Local hourly rates, insurance costs, the general contractors and quarries actually buying hauling in Jacksonville, and what the Florida rules require before your first load.
Port logistics build-out, warehouse construction, and steady residential in St. Johns County.
Port and warehouse pad work is the most consistent year-round demand here.
| Truck | Hourly | Typical per load |
|---|---|---|
| Single-axle | $80–$110/hr | $200–$280 |
| Tandem-axle | $100–$140/hr | $260–$360 |
| Tri-axle | $120–$170/hr | $340–$470 |
| Quad / super dump | $140–$195/hr | $410–$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.
Vulcan and local sand mines west of I-295.
$6,400–$12,000 per year for a single tandem with $1M primary liability, cargo, and physical damage. Most GCs in Jacksonville require you to name them as additional insured before your first load.
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