Kenosha, WI
Freight hub guide — rates, shippers, parking, and opportunities for owner-operators in Kenosha.
Regional hub
Population
Fair
Truck Parking
Midwest
Region
Average Rates Per Mile
| Equipment Type | Rate / Mile |
|---|---|
| Dry Van | $2.49 |
| Reefer | $2.85 |
| Flatbed | $3.07 |
Rates by Equipment Type
Key Highways
I-94WI-50WI-158US-41WI-31
Top Industries
E-commerce fulfillment
Distribution
Manufacturing
Snap-on tools
Food distribution
Major Distribution Centers
Amazon MKE1 fulfillment center
Uline corporate DC
Snapon distribution
FedEx Ground hub
Top Shippers
A
AmazonU
UlineS
Snap-on ToolsJ
Jockey InternationalK
Kenall ManufacturingNearby Ports
Nearest major port accessible via I-94
Truck Stops
Pilot Travel Center (I-94 Exit 344)
Love's Travel Stop (I-94 & WI-50)
BP (WI-50 & I-94)
Challenges
- State line toll transition to Illinois, heavy I-94 traffic between Milwaukee and Chicago, and warehouse dock congestion during peak e-commerce periods.
- Winter weather creates hazardous driving conditions November through March
- Spring flooding can close river-adjacent highways
- High competition from large carrier fleets based in the region
Opportunities
- Central location provides access to loads heading in every direction
- Massive intermodal and rail hub infrastructure in Chicago area
- Strong agricultural freight during harvest season
- Lower cost of living and operating costs improve net margins
Seasonal Freight Patterns
Harvest season (August-November) generates enormous grain and produce volume. Holiday retail peaks September through December. Winter weather (November-March) causes delays but also rate spikes. Spring flooding can disrupt river-adjacent routes.
Trucking in Kenosha — FAQ
Average rates per mile out of Kenosha: Dry Van $2.49, Reefer $2.85, Flatbed $3.07. Rates vary by season, lane, and current market conditions.
Truck parking in Kenosha is rated "fair." Popular stops include Pilot Travel Center (I-94 Exit 344), Love's Travel Stop (I-94 & WI-50), BP (WI-50 & I-94). Parking is manageable but can get tight during peak hours and weekends.
Top shippers operating in the Kenosha freight market include Amazon, Uline, Snap-on Tools, Jockey International, Kenall Manufacturing. Key industries driving freight demand are e-commerce fulfillment, distribution, manufacturing.
The biggest challenges for truckers in Kenosha include: State line toll transition to Illinois, heavy I-94 traffic between Milwaukee and Chicago, and warehouse dock congestion during peak e-commerce periods.; Winter weather creates hazardous driving conditions November through March; Spring flooding can close river-adjacent highways. However, opportunities include central location provides access to loads heading in every direction.