Gresham, OR
Freight hub guide — rates, shippers, parking, and opportunities for owner-operators in Gresham.
Regional hub
Population
Fair
Truck Parking
West Coast
Region
Average Rates Per Mile
| Equipment Type | Rate / Mile |
|---|---|
| Dry Van | $2.71 |
| Reefer | $3.17 |
| Flatbed | $3.34 |
Rates by Equipment Type
Key Highways
I-84US-26OR-213Burnside RoadDivision Street
Top Industries
Manufacturing
Distribution
Construction
Technology
Major Distribution Centers
US Foods Portland division
HD Supply
Top Shippers
B
Boeing Portland (nearby)P
Precision CastpartsU
US FoodsNearby Ports
Nearest major port accessible via I-84
Truck Stops
Pacific Pride (Powell Blvd)
Jubitz Travel Center (I-5 Exit 307 via I-84 west)
Challenges
- Oregon weight-mile tax applies to all commercial trucks.
- Urban congestion on Powell and Burnside corridors.
- Limited truck parking within city limits.
Opportunities
- Port-driven import freight creates consistent outbound load demand
- Produce freight runs nearly year-round from California's Central Valley
- Premium rates compensate for higher operating costs
- Tech sector growth fuels e-commerce distribution expansion
Seasonal Freight Patterns
California produce runs nearly year-round, with peak harvest June through October. Holiday retail surge is strong September through December. Wildfire season (July-October) can disrupt routes. Winter mountain pass closures affect I-80 and I-70 corridors.
Trucking in Gresham — FAQ
Average rates per mile out of Gresham: Dry Van $2.71, Reefer $3.17, Flatbed $3.34. Rates vary by season, lane, and current market conditions.
Truck parking in Gresham is rated "fair." Popular stops include Pacific Pride (Powell Blvd), Jubitz Travel Center (I-5 Exit 307 via I-84 west). Parking is manageable but can get tight during peak hours and weekends.
Top shippers operating in the Gresham freight market include Boeing Portland (nearby), Precision Castparts, US Foods. Key industries driving freight demand are manufacturing, distribution, construction.
The biggest challenges for truckers in Gresham include: Oregon weight-mile tax applies to all commercial trucks.; Urban congestion on Powell and Burnside corridors.; Limited truck parking within city limits.. However, opportunities include port-driven import freight creates consistent outbound load demand.