Memphis to Portland 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)

Summer peak season typically drives rates upward in July as retail restocking increases and agricultural freight from the Pacific Northwest ramps up. Memphis-Portland is a long-haul lane with moderate return load potential, supporting modest rate appreciation.

Carrier Capacity

🟡 Moderate

Mid-July capacity is balanced; carriers have adequate availability on the westbound lane but limited backhaul options from Portland reduce supply efficiency.