FedEx Freight vs Saia Inc.
FedEx Freight is the largest LTL carrier with corporate backing and pension. Saia is a fast-growing national LTL with stock purchase. Both offer competitive LTL pay and home-daily city positions.
FedEx Freight
- Pay
- $60,000 - $95,000
- Fleet
- 15,000+ tractors
- Rating
- 4.1/5
Saia Inc.
- Pay
- $60,000 - $90,000
- Fleet
- 5,500+ tractors
- Rating
- 4/5
Head-to-Head Comparison
Pay
FedEx Freight
FedEx pays $60K-$95K with structured increases.
Saia Inc.
Saia pays $60K-$90K with hourly rates and stock purchase.
Home Time
FedEx Freight
City daily; road predictable.
Saia Inc.
City daily; linehaul scheduled.
Benefits
FedEx Freight
Pension, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, FedEx corporate.
Saia Inc.
401(k), stock purchase, health, PTO.
Training/Support
FedEx Freight
1 year required. FedEx Learning programs.
Saia Inc.
1 year required. Expansion creates advancement.
Equipment/Technology
FedEx Freight
15,000+ tractors with FedEx standards.
Saia Inc.
Heavy investment in new fleet and terminals.
Where they actually differ
The scores above are our reading. This part is just the two carriers' profiles side by side — divisions, what they ask of a new hire, where they run, and which benefits only one of them lists.
FedEx Freight
- Founded
- 2001
- Fleet
- 15,000+ tractors
- Drivers
- 14,000+
- Divisions
- Local, Regional, LTL
- Experience wanted
- 1 year CDL-A
- Strongest states
- Tennessee, Texas and California
FedEx Freight is the LTL division of FedEx Corporation and one of the largest LTL carriers in North America. The company offers local and regional driving positions with the backing of one of the world's most recognized brands.
Only FedEx Freight is strong in: Tennessee and California — worth knowing if you want to be domiciled there.
Listed by FedEx Freight and not by Saia Inc.
- • FedEx corporate benefits package
- • Health, dental, and vision insurance
- • Pension plan and 401(k)
- • Tuition reimbursement
- • Home daily for most routes
Saia Inc.
- Founded
- 1924
- Fleet
- 5,500+ tractors
- Drivers
- 6,000+
- Divisions
- Local, Regional, LTL
- Experience wanted
- 1 year CDL-A
- Strongest states
- Georgia, Texas and Louisiana
Saia is a leading LTL carrier with a growing terminal network across the U.S. The company has rapidly expanded from its Southeast roots to become a national carrier, investing heavily in new service centers and equipment.
Only Saia Inc. is strong in: Georgia and Louisiana — worth knowing if you want to be domiciled there.
Listed by Saia Inc. and not by FedEx Freight
- • Competitive hourly pay
- • Medical, dental, and vision
- • 401(k) with company match
- • Stock purchase plan
- • Home daily for city positions
Our Verdict
FedEx Freight wins on benefits (pension, tuition reimbursement). Saia wins on growth opportunities (new terminals, more openings). Both are strong LTL employers. FedEx for long-term benefits; Saia for faster advancement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does FedEx Freight have a pension?
Yes, through FedEx corporate. Rare in trucking.
Is Saia expanding?
Yes, aggressively opening new terminals nationwide.
Which has more openings?
Saia, due to rapid expansion and new terminal staffing needs.