Tuscaloosa, AL -- (SBWIRE) -- 09/17/2014 -- The need for truckers is estimated to grow by 11% between now and 2022, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. With over 1.7 million truckers already on the highways, this equates to roughly 200,000 new jobs in the next 10 years. The trucking industry will grow at a similar rate to other industries. As the economy continues to grow, so will the need for truckers. The American Trucking Association (ATA) projects growth in the overall freight industry. However, the projections see trucking as the dominant method of freight transportation. In fact, the average revenues will increase 72% by 2015, and total freight tonnage will increase 23.5% during the same time period.

What does that mean when considering trucking for a living? It means that odds are good about having a long career in trucking. However, there are some states where the need is greater than others. This article lists the states with the most trucking jobs in the current economy.

The following 10 states have the most active trucking firms:

1. Ohio 155 companies
2. Illinois 149 companies
3. Indiana 146 companies
4. Pennsylvania 139 companies
5. Tennessee 135 companies
6. Georgia 131 companies
7. Texas 130 companies
8. Kentucky 129 companies
9. Michigan 121 companies
10. North Carolina 120 companies

The nation's largest trucking employers include United Parcel Service (UPS), FedEx, Schneider, Yellow Transportation and Roadway. UPS, based in Georgia delivers over 15 million packages daily to approximately six million customers. Its closest competitor, FedEx employs over 70,000 people throughout the United States.

Schneider, based in Wisconsin, is the largest privately owned freight firm in the U.S. The company delivers to nearly two-thirds of the Fortune 500. On any given day, Schneider travels over five million miles. Yellow Freight, based in Kansas, is one of the largest shippers in the United States. It is also the fastest growing freight company.

Because of the growth potential in trucking, it may be feasible to relocate to one of the states with the most trucking jobs. Of course this approach carries with it a certain level of uncertainty. However, if a job in trucking is in the future, and one lives in a state with fewer opportunities, relocation may be the best option. if that is the case, consider firms that are located in the states with the most trucking companies.

It is reported that Walmart is the highest paying employer for truckers, providing a salary average over $70,000 per year. Specialty drivers, such as ice road or mining drivers are the highest paid trucking occupation. The highest paying states include: Mississippi ($68,000); Wyoming ($61,000); and New York ($60,000). There are a number of factors to consider when searching for a trucking job. Location, salary, benefits and perks must be considered as well.

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