South Jordan, UT
Freight hub guide — rates, shippers, parking, and opportunities for owner-operators in South Jordan.
Regional hub
Population
Fair
Truck Parking
Mountain West
Region
Average Rates Per Mile
| Equipment Type | Rate / Mile |
|---|---|
| Dry Van | $2.59 |
| Reefer | $2.98 |
| Flatbed | $3.27 |
Rates by Equipment Type
Key Highways
I-15 (nearby)SR-154 (Bangerter Hwy)SR-85 (Mountain View Corridor)
Top Industries
Technology
Healthcare
Retail
Construction
Major Distribution Centers
Amazon SLC delivery station
FedEx Ship Center
Top Shippers
P
PluralsightM
MX TechnologiesI
Intermountain HealthcareNearby Ports
Nearest major port accessible via I-15 (nearby)
Truck Stops
Love's #571 (I-15 Exit 291 Draper)
Maverik (10600 South)
Challenges
- Rapid development creates constant road construction.
- Residential growth encroaching on commercial delivery zones.
- I-15 Draper interchange congestion.
- Limited industrial zoning for truck operations.
Opportunities
- Elevated rates compensate for longer distances and deadhead risk
- Growing population centers (Denver, Phoenix, Salt Lake City) drive demand
- Energy sector creates premium-rate specialized freight opportunities
- Less carrier competition than coastal and Midwest markets
Seasonal Freight Patterns
Ski resort supply season runs October through March. Construction peaks April through October. Mining and energy freight is relatively steady year-round. Winter mountain pass closures can create significant delays and rate spikes.
Trucking in South Jordan — FAQ
Average rates per mile out of South Jordan: Dry Van $2.59, Reefer $2.98, Flatbed $3.27. Rates vary by season, lane, and current market conditions.
Truck parking in South Jordan is rated "fair." Popular stops include Love's #571 (I-15 Exit 291 Draper), Maverik (10600 South). Parking is manageable but can get tight during peak hours and weekends.
Top shippers operating in the South Jordan freight market include Pluralsight, MX Technologies, Intermountain Healthcare. Key industries driving freight demand are technology, healthcare, retail.
The biggest challenges for truckers in South Jordan include: Rapid development creates constant road construction.; Residential growth encroaching on commercial delivery zones.; I-15 Draper interchange congestion.. However, opportunities include elevated rates compensate for longer distances and deadhead risk.