Local hourly rates, insurance costs, the general contractors and quarries actually buying hauling in Cincinnati, and what the Ohio rules require before your first load.
Brent Spence corridor work, warehouse construction, and northern Kentucky spillover.
Running loads across into Kentucky triggers interstate authority — know the line before you cross it.
| Truck | Hourly | Typical per load |
|---|---|---|
| Single-axle | $75–$110/hr | $190–$280 |
| Tandem-axle | $95–$140/hr | $250–$360 |
| Tri-axle | $115–$170/hr | $320–$470 |
| Quad / super dump | $135–$195/hr | $390–$570 |
Per-load figures assume a 45–75 minute cycle. Use the cycle-time calculator to convert any per-load offer into a real hourly number before you accept it.
Martin Marietta and Hanson quarries along the river.
$4,900–$9,200 per year for a single tandem with $1M primary liability, cargo, and physical damage. Most GCs in Cincinnati require you to name them as additional insured before your first load.
Estimate your premium →LLC, EIN, USDOT number, state motor carrier registration, and permits are all state-level in Ohio.
Full Ohio setup guide →The full course covers the LLC/USDOT/insurance sequence, the GC outreach scripts, and pricing math for every material moving in Cincinnati right now.
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