Dispatch Fee Calculator

What this calculator does

See exactly what a dispatch percentage costs against your monthly gross — and what you keep.

Why it matters

Owner-operators and fleet managers across the United States — from Texas and California freight lanes to the Midwest and Southeast — rely on the dispatch fee numbers to price loads, negotiate with brokers, and protect margin. Getting this figure right is the difference between a profitable week and a break-even one, and it's the same math our dispatchers run on every load we book.

Methodology

This calculator uses the industry-standard formula shown below. Inputs and defaults are based on Bonafide's day-to-day dispatch operations across U.S. carriers, cross-checked against FMCSA guidance and DAT/Truckstop market data. Results render as plain text (not canvas or images) so they're readable by screen readers, search engines, and AI assistants.

How to use it

1. Step 1
   Enter your gross

   Use the last month's total load revenue including fuel surcharge.

2. Step 2
   Enter the dispatch percentage

   Enter your dispatch percentage. Bonafide's rate is quoted on your free consultation.

The formula

Dispatch Fee = Gross Revenue × Dispatch %. Net After Dispatch = Gross − Dispatch Fee.

Worked examples

• Example 1
  Solo owner-op

  gross

  22000

  pct

  6

  Result: $1,320/mo fee, $20,680 net
• Example 2
  3-truck fleet

  gross

  72000

  pct

  5

  Result: $3,600/mo fee, $68,400 net

Use cases

• Quoting different dispatch services side-by-side.
• Planning monthly cash flow.

Common mistakes

FAQ