Phoenix to Chicago Freight Rates

Current Spot Rate

$1.78/mi

Dry van (DAT-indexed)

Market Average

$1.72/mi

30-day corridor avg

7-Day Forecast

▲ +3.5% (rates rising)

medium confidence

Rate Forecast

▲ +3.5% (rates rising)

July freight typically sees mid-summer demand increases as retail prepares fall inventory, while carrier capacity remains constrained due to vacation schedules. Phoenix-Chicago is a high-utilization lane with consistent import/export activity supporting upward rate pressure.

Carrier Capacity

🟡 Moderate

Midwest-bound lanes from Southwest typically experience moderate tightness in summer months as carriers balance regional demand with longer-haul opportunities.