Racine, WI
Freight hub guide — rates, shippers, parking, and opportunities for owner-operators in Racine.
Regional hub
Population
Fair
Truck Parking
Midwest
Region
Average Rates Per Mile
| Equipment Type | Rate / Mile |
|---|---|
| Dry Van | $2.44 |
| Reefer | $2.81 |
| Flatbed | $3.02 |
Rates by Equipment Type
Key Highways
I-94WI-20WI-31WI-32US-41
Top Industries
Consumer products
Agricultural equipment
Manufacturing
Healthcare
Food processing
Major Distribution Centers
SC Johnson distribution center
CNH parts distribution
InSinkErator DC
Top Shippers
S
SC JohnsonC
CNH Industrial (Case)I
InSinkEratorM
Modine ManufacturingT
Twin DiscNearby Ports
Nearest major port accessible via I-94
Truck Stops
Love's Travel Stop (I-94 & WI-20)
Kwik Trip (WI-20 & US-41)
Challenges
- Downtown weight restrictions, Lake Michigan weather effects, and congested I-94 corridor between Milwaukee and Chicago.
- 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 Racine — FAQ
Average rates per mile out of Racine: Dry Van $2.44, Reefer $2.81, Flatbed $3.02. Rates vary by season, lane, and current market conditions.
Truck parking in Racine is rated "fair." Popular stops include Love's Travel Stop (I-94 & WI-20), Kwik Trip (WI-20 & US-41). Parking is manageable but can get tight during peak hours and weekends.
Top shippers operating in the Racine freight market include SC Johnson, CNH Industrial (Case), InSinkErator, Modine Manufacturing, Twin Disc. Key industries driving freight demand are consumer products, agricultural equipment, manufacturing.
The biggest challenges for truckers in Racine include: Downtown weight restrictions, Lake Michigan weather effects, and congested I-94 corridor between Milwaukee and Chicago.; 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.