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MA — 2026 Rankings

Best Trucking Companies in Massachusetts

9 top-ranked carriers hiring in Massachusetts. Compare pay, hiring status, and find the right fit for your driving career.

Massachusetts Trucking Market Overview

Massachusetts pays among the highest trucking wages in the nation due to its high cost of living, congested urban driving conditions, and strong demand from the biotech, pharmaceutical, technology, and academic sectors. The Boston metro area's density creates a premium on experienced LTL city drivers. The Mass Pike (I-90) and I-93/I-95 corridors handle the bulk of commercial freight, while seasonal challenges include severe winter weather.

Top 9 Companies in Massachusetts

1

ODFL's Massachusetts terminals pay some of the highest LTL rates in the country, reflecting the state's cost of living and freight demand.

Avg: $86,000/yrBest for: Premium LTL
2
XPOActively Hiring

XPO's extensive Massachusetts terminal network serves the Boston metro area and western MA with home-daily LTL positions.

Avg: $84,000/yrBest for: LTL home daily
3

FedEx Freight's Massachusetts operations handle priority freight for the state's biotech and tech industries.

Avg: $80,000/yrBest for: Priority freight
4

Estes provides reliable LTL service across Massachusetts with competitive New England pay and ESOP ownership.

Avg: $78,000/yrBest for: ESOP benefits
5

TForce's Teamsters contract ensures premium wages for Massachusetts drivers in one of the highest cost-of-living states.

Avg: $80,000/yrBest for: Union drivers
6

Penske operates dedicated fleet contracts for Massachusetts biotech and pharmaceutical companies around Route 128.

Avg: $76,000/yrBest for: Biotech logistics
7

Central Transport's Northeast network provides competitive linehaul pay for Massachusetts-based drivers.

Avg: $74,000/yrBest for: Linehaul drivers
8
Saia Inc.Actively Hiring

Saia's expanding New England presence includes Massachusetts terminals with growing freight volumes and hiring needs.

Avg: $76,000/yrBest for: City drivers
9
Amazon FreightActively Hiring

Amazon's Massachusetts fulfillment centers create middle-mile CDL positions with premium Northeast pay.

Avg: $74,000/yrBest for: Home daily

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Frequently Asked Questions About Trucking in Massachusetts

What is the best trucking company to work for in Massachusetts?

Based on our 2026 rankings, Old Dominion Freight Line ranks #1 in Massachusetts with an average pay of $86,000 per year. They earned the top spot because odfl's massachusetts terminals pay some of the highest ltl rates in the country, reflecting the state's cost of living and freight demand. The best choice for you depends on your experience level, preferred driving type, and home time needs.

How much do truck drivers make in Massachusetts?

Pay varies by carrier and position type. Among the top companies in Massachusetts, average pay ranges from $74,000 to $86,000 per year for company drivers. Owner-operators and specialized drivers (tanker, HazMat) can earn significantly more. The state's top industries — Biotech & Pharmaceutical, Technology Logistics, Healthcare Supply Chain — influence which types of driving pay the most.

Which trucking companies are hiring in Massachusetts right now?

As of 2026, XPO, Saia Inc., Amazon Freight are all actively hiring in Massachusetts. 5 additional companies are also hiring at a steady pace. Companies marked as "Selective" are hiring but have stricter experience requirements.