Where do I stand with the rest with about 8000 miles per month?

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  1. Cattleman84

    Cattleman84 Road Train Member

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    That depends on what part of the country,try you live I, amd what type of wagon you pull... In my part of the country thats about average for van/reefer
     
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  3. Chinatown

    Chinatown Road Train Member

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    Many new cdl grads are starting out at 43 - 45 cpm even with starter companies such as Prime and Jim Palmer Trucking.
    I don't have a list, but many companies have a guaranteed minimum paycheck where you can make more, but not less than the guarantee. Simply, don't refuse loads and don't be late for appointments because you're goofing off, and the guarantee is yours.
     
  4. 77fib77

    77fib77 Road Train Member

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    Why not pneumatic home every night. Should do better than 3200 a month.
     
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  5. Moosetek13

    Moosetek13 Road Train Member

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    Most people feel inadequate about something. Get used to it.
     
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  6. Chinatown

    Chinatown Road Train Member

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    Where is your location; maybe we can help you find something better.
    Do you have endorsements?
     
  7. Chinatown

    Chinatown Road Train Member

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    True, and also if you prefer OTR, you get paid the same loaded or empty.
     
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  8. M T

    M T Bobtail Member

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    I have hazmat, doubles/triples, and tankers, but have no experience with them. I have interest in learning how to operate them though. Around Portland OR is where I live.
     
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  9. tommymonza

    tommymonza Road Train Member

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    Shoot I like to to do about 1500 miles a week than throw another $ 600 on there for detention and accessory pay.

    Driving to Make a livin sucks .
     
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  10. F4T6UY

    F4T6UY Medium Load Member

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    My best month was just over 16,000 last year. I’m at .42 cpm and ran 175k miles in 2018. I’m not bragging. I’m tired of running that hard, but at the same time, I’m grateful to be able to earn. If I can say anything about this (nameless) company, they do give you the miles.
     
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  11. Omega1

    Omega1 Heavy Load Member

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    If you have 2 years experience and a clean record, you can do much better driver. It's hard to make a living at 2000K miles per week at 40 cpm. Good Luck to you.
     
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