What tandem, tri-axle, and quad dump trucks actually bill per hour, per load, and per ton across Florida in 2026 — plus when to quote hourly instead of per load.
| Truck | Hourly | Per load | Per ton (10–25 mi haul) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single-axle | $80–$125/hr | $200–$310 | $6–$12/ton |
| Tandem-axle | $100–$155/hr | $260–$400 | $7–$14/ton |
| Tri-axle | $120–$190/hr | $340–$530 | $7–$15/ton |
| Quad / super dump | $140–$215/hr | $410–$640 | $8–$16/ton |
Peak Nov–May (dry season). Summer afternoon storms shut sites down by 3pm most days in Jun–Sep.
Cycles under 45 minutes, sites with loader or paver wait time, and anything where the GC controls your pace. Always attach a two-hour minimum.
Long, predictable quarry-to-site runs over 90 minutes where you control the cycle. Convert the offer to an hourly figure first — if it lands under $100/hr, counter.
$6,400–$12,500/yr — Florida runs 20% above the national median because of storm and litigation risk. Florida overweight permits are straightforward through the FDOT permit office. Blanket permits available for aggregate haulers running the same route.
Full Florida startup guide →The course includes the rate-quote worksheet, cycle-time math, and the exact language for holding your number when a GC pushes back.