Trucking Companies in Georgia
9,020 registered carriers · 205,587 trucks · 198,021 drivers
With 198,021 commercial drivers and a fleet of 205,587 trucks, Georgia is home to 9,020 FMCSA-registered carriers — 3.7% of the national total. The state moves approximately 1,156 million tons of freight by truck annually. Major operations are concentrated in ATLANTA (615 carriers) and MARIETTA (215).
9,020
Carriers
205,587
Trucks
198,021
Drivers
$49,850
Avg Trucker Salary
1,156M
Freight Tons/Year
84.1
Carriers per 100K
4%
Transport Workforce
Top Cities in Georgia
ATLANTA
615 carriers
MARIETTA
215 carriers
LAWRENCEVILLE
177 carriers
SAVANNAH
176 carriers
CUMMING
166 carriers
NORCROSS
165 carriers
MACON
148 carriers
ALPHARETTA
146 carriers
GAINESVILLE
145 carriers
CONYERS
121 carriers
AUGUSTA
107 carriers
CANTON
100 carriers
BUFORD
98 carriers
NEWNAN
84 carriers
COLUMBUS
83 carriers
DULUTH
81 carriers
VALDOSTA
80 carriers
LITHONIA
79 carriers
ALBANY
78 carriers
KENNESAW
76 carriers
Largest Carriers in Georgia
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many trucking companies are in Georgia?
There are 9,020 FMCSA-registered motor carriers in Georgia, operating a combined fleet of 205,587 commercial vehicles with 198,021 drivers. This makes Georgia the 8th largest state by carrier count in the United States.
What is the largest trucking company in Georgia?
The largest trucking company in Georgia by fleet size is SAIA MOTOR FREIGHT LINE LLC, based in JOHNS CREEK, with 6,896 power units and 7,586 drivers.
Which city in Georgia has the most trucking companies?
ATLANTA has the most trucking companies in Georgia with 615 registered carriers, representing 6.8% of the state total. MARIETTA is second with 215 carriers.
How do I verify a trucking company's DOT number in Georgia?
You can verify any Georgia trucking company's USDOT number using our search tool or the FMCSA SAFER database. Enter the company name, USDOT number, or MC number to view their safety rating, inspection history, insurance status, and BASICs scores.
What is the average fleet size for trucking companies in Georgia?
The average FMCSA-registered carrier in Georgia operates 22.8 power units, which is below the national average of 24.2 power units per carrier.
How much do truck drivers earn in Georgia?
Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers in Georgia earn an average of $49,850 per year, according to BLS data. This is below the national average of $51,894.
How much freight moves through Georgia?
Georgia handles approximately 1,156 million tons of freight by truck annually, according to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics. This ranks the state among the top freight corridors in the nation.
Source: FMCSA Safety and Fitness Electronic Records (SAFER) System