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Semi / Dry Van Cost Per Mile in New Hampshire

Know your true cost per mile before evaluating any load. CPM is the baseline metric for every carrier — if you don't know your cost, you can't know your profit.

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Semi operations combine the largest revenue potential with the highest cost exposure, making disciplined cost tracking non-negotiable.

Fuel, insurance, maintenance reserves, and compliance overhead all materially shift your true breakeven CPM from month to month.

Fixed Costs (Monthly)

Variable Costs

Operating Profile

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Cost per mile

$1.39/mi

Operating: vs avg $1.27/miAbove avgTarget rate: vs avg $2.26/miBelow avg

Cost Breakdown

Fuel$0.77/mi55%
Maintenance$0.38/mi27%
Tires$0.06/mi4%
Fixed costs$0.18/mi13%

Target rate (incl. income goal)

$1.82/mi

Cost per day

$532.73/day

Monthly operating cost

$15,982

Monthly operating + income goal

$20,982

Fuel cost per mile

$0.77/mi

Fixed cost per mile

$0.18/mi

Semi / Dry Van Costs in New Hampshire

Diesel fuel in New Hampshire currently averages $5.24 per gallon, which includes a state fuel tax of 23.8¢ per gallon. This fuel tax is near the national average and should be factored into your semi / dry van rate calculations.

Average commercial semi / dry van insurance in New Hampshire runs approximately $287/month. This moderate premium is typical for the region and should be reviewed annually to ensure you're not overpaying.

Semi trucks average 5.5–7.5 MPG, making fuel the largest single expense — typically 30–40% of total CPM. At these consumption rates, even a $0.20/gallon price difference between states changes your CPM by $0.03–$0.04/mile, which compounds to $300–$450/month at 11,500 miles.

New Hampshire has no state income tax or sales tax, making it attractive for owner-operators. The state's small geography limits in-state mileage, but proximity to the Boston metro creates lane opportunities along I-93.

Semi insurance premiums are the highest of any equipment class, reflecting the higher liability exposure and cargo values. Tire costs ($0.04–$0.06/mile), DEF fluid, and DPF maintenance add meaningful variable costs that lighter equipment classes don't face.

Compare in neighboring states: Maine · Massachusetts · Vermont
Compare other equipment in New Hampshire: Cargo Van · Sprinter · Box Truck

Cost Per Mile by State

Select your state for local diesel prices, insurance rates, and region-specific cost data. Coverage includes 49 states.

These tools are provided for informational purposes and should not be treated as legal, tax, or financial advice.