Best Trucking Companies in New Jersey
10 top-ranked carriers hiring in New Jersey. Compare pay, hiring status, and find the right fit for your driving career.
New Jersey Trucking Market Overview
New Jersey is the most freight-dense state in the nation per square mile. Port Newark-Elizabeth, the largest port complex on the East Coast, generates enormous drayage volume. The NJ Turnpike and I-95 corridor move more commercial truck traffic than almost any road in America. Pay rates are among the highest in the country, reflecting the cost of living, congestion, and complexity of operating in the tristate area.
Top 10 Companies in New Jersey
NFI is headquartered in Camden, NJ, and dominates the state's port drayage and dedicated contract carriage market with the most positions available.
UPS tractor-trailer operations in the NJ/NY metro area pay among the highest in the country with full Teamsters benefits.
Amazon's massive New Jersey fulfillment center network (20+ facilities) creates thousands of middle-mile CDL positions.
ODFL's NJ terminals pay some of the highest LTL rates in their system due to the metro area's freight density and cost of living.
XPO's dense NJ terminal network provides abundant home-daily LTL positions in the nation's most freight-intensive corridor.
FedEx Freight's NJ operations handle massive Turnpike corridor freight volume with premium Northeast pay.
Estes' NJ terminals offer LTL positions with ESOP ownership and competitive pay in the Port Newark area.
Penske, headquartered in nearby Reading, PA, operates extensive dedicated fleets throughout New Jersey's industrial corridor.
TForce's NJ terminals provide Teamsters union wages in one of the highest-cost, highest-demand freight markets in the U.S.
Ryder manages dedicated fleet operations for NJ pharmaceutical companies and major retailers along the Turnpike.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Trucking in New Jersey
What is the best trucking company to work for in New Jersey?
Based on our 2026 rankings, NFI Industries ranks #1 in New Jersey with an average pay of $80,000 per year. They earned the top spot because nfi is headquartered in camden, nj, and dominates the state's port drayage and dedicated contract carriage market with the most positions available. The best choice for you depends on your experience level, preferred driving type, and home time needs.
How much do truck drivers make in New Jersey?
Pay varies by carrier and position type. Among the top companies in New Jersey, average pay ranges from $76,000 to $80,000 per year for company drivers. Owner-operators and specialized drivers (tanker, HazMat) can earn significantly more. The state's top industries — Port Drayage (Newark-Elizabeth), Pharmaceutical & Chemical, E-Commerce Fulfillment — influence which types of driving pay the most.
Which trucking companies are hiring in New Jersey right now?
As of 2026, NFI Industries, Amazon Freight, XPO are all actively hiring in New Jersey. 5 additional companies are also hiring at a steady pace. Companies marked as "Selective" are hiring but have stricter experience requirements.