Chicago to Jacksonville Freight Rates

Current Spot Rate

$1.85/mi

Dry van (DAT-indexed)

Market Average

$1.82/mi

30-day corridor avg

7-Day Forecast

▲ +3.5% (rates rising)

medium confidence

Rate Forecast

▲ +3.5% (rates rising)

Mid-July typically sees increased freight demand as retailers build inventory for back-to-school season and summer peak freight periods. Chicago-Jacksonville is a high-demand corridor with steady volumes, supporting modest rate increases as capacity tightens.

Carrier Capacity

🟡 Moderate

This major corridor maintains steady carrier availability year-round, though summer demand reduces empty backhauls and increases competition for southbound loads to Florida.