FedEx Freight vs Saia Inc.
FedEx Freight is the largest LTL carrier with corporate backing and pension. Saia is a fast-growing national LTL with stock purchase. Both offer competitive LTL pay and home-daily city positions.
FedEx Freight
- Pay
- $60,000 - $95,000
- Fleet
- 15,000+ tractors
- Rating
- 4.1/5
Saia Inc.
- Pay
- $60,000 - $90,000
- Fleet
- 5,500+ tractors
- Rating
- 4/5
Head-to-Head Comparison
Pay
FedEx Freight
FedEx pays $60K-$95K with structured increases.
Saia Inc.
Saia pays $60K-$90K with hourly rates and stock purchase.
Home Time
FedEx Freight
City daily; road predictable.
Saia Inc.
City daily; linehaul scheduled.
Benefits
FedEx Freight
Pension, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, FedEx corporate.
Saia Inc.
401(k), stock purchase, health, PTO.
Training/Support
FedEx Freight
1 year required. FedEx Learning programs.
Saia Inc.
1 year required. Expansion creates advancement.
Equipment/Technology
FedEx Freight
15,000+ tractors with FedEx standards.
Saia Inc.
Heavy investment in new fleet and terminals.
Our Verdict
FedEx Freight wins on benefits (pension, tuition reimbursement). Saia wins on growth opportunities (new terminals, more openings). Both are strong LTL employers. FedEx for long-term benefits; Saia for faster advancement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does FedEx Freight have a pension?
Yes, through FedEx corporate. Rare in trucking.
Is Saia expanding?
Yes, aggressively opening new terminals nationwide.
Which has more openings?
Saia, due to rapid expansion and new terminal staffing needs.