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Reefer Freight Rates in Wisconsin

Current per-mile reefer freight rates for loads in, out of, and through Wisconsin (WI). Baseline reefer rates run around $2.35/mile and flex with lane distance, fuel, season, and capacity around Milwaukee and Madison.

Sample reefer rates from Wisconsin

LaneMilesMarket range$/mile
Intra-WI (regional)50$402 – $448$2.77
WI → TX1,262$2,469 – $2,633$2.02
WI → CA2,091$4,091 – $4,361$2.02
WI → IL341$765 – $837$2.35
WI → GA1,049$2,182 – $2,354$2.16

Sample rates only. Use the calculator for an exact reefer rate on your lane.

Top Wisconsin reefer freight hubs

Milwaukee, WI
Madison, WI
Green Bay, WI

What drives reefer rates in Wisconsin

Wisconsin reefer freight rates move with lane distance, fuel, seasonality, and capacity balance. Typical reefer loads in Wisconsin include produce, meat and seafood, dairy. Shippers using reefer equipment out of Milwaukee usually price at or near the $2.35/mile national baseline, adjusted for the specific lane.

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Reefer freight rates in Wisconsin — FAQ

What is the average reefer rate per mile in Wisconsin?+

Reefer freight in Wisconsin generally prices near $2.35 per mile, with short runs inside WI carrying a per-mile premium and long hauls amortizing lower.

How much does reefer shipping cost from Milwaukee, WI?+

Cost depends on distance and timing. Minimums for reefer freight start around $425; run your exact lane through the free rate tool for a current market range.

Which Wisconsin markets have the most reefer capacity?+

Milwaukee, Madison, Green Bay carry the deepest reefer capacity in Wisconsin, so rates out of those markets are usually more competitive.

What drives reefer rates in WI up or down?+

Fuel prices, seasonality, weather, and the balance of inbound versus outbound freight in Wisconsin all move reefer pricing week to week.

Is this a binding reefer freight quote?+

No. These are non-binding market benchmarks for budgeting and negotiation. Use the rate tool for a current market range on your specific lane.

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