Load Evaluation
Deadhead Calculator
Calculate the true cost of deadheading to a load. See your effective rate per loaded mile, per total mile, and whether the load is worth the empty drive.
Load Details
The load you're considering picking up.
Operating Costs
Your fuel and variable costs for this run.
Driver Pay
Factor in driver compensation to see true profitability.
VerdictWORTH IT
This load covers your deadhead cost and clears a healthy rate per total mile.
Key Numbers
Rate / loaded mile$3.00
Rate / total mile$2.52
Cost / total mile$1.33
Net profit$639
Break-even rate$711
Deadhead ratio19%
Deadhead Cost
$113
Cost of driving 85 empty miles
Fuel$51
Wear & maintenance$15
Driver pay (proportional)$47
Trip Totals
535 total miFuel$320
Wear & maintenance$96
Driver pay$294