Shipping from Arizona
Arizona freight rates Arizona freight rates are substantially affected by the produce market. Outbound freight can be expensive in the spring, summer and even fall months due to the warmer desert climate which creates a longer growing season. Products arriving from Mexico can also affect freight rates in Arizona. Arizona is a medium consumption state, so LTL freight rates are relatively cheap due to a moderate amount of freight moving in the state. There are numerous unpopulated desert areas, so shipping to those zip codes can be high cost. The copper industry is strong and with major railroad access, intermodal freight rates are reasonable. The ease and cost of shipping into or out of Arizona can be heavily based on proximity to major metro areas.
Shipping to Arkansas
Arkansas freight rates Arkansas freight rates, like most Midwest states, are fairly balanced both inbound and outbound. Arkansas is a mid-consumption state with exports such as poultry, beef, metal materials and machinery that make freight shipping easy and regular. LTL freight rates in Arkansas are reasonable, but can be more expensive in the many rural areas. The ease and cost of shipping into or out of Arkansas can be heavily based on proximity to major metro areas.