Average ground shipping in Illinois (IL) costs $4.70/lb, 9.8% below the national average. Shipping volume rank: #5 of 51.
Avg Ground Cost
$4.70
per lb
vs National Avg
-9.8%
$5.21/lb avg
Volume Rank
#5
of 51
Shipping Hubs
3
major cities
Chicago
USPS, UPS, FedEx distribution center
Rockford
USPS, UPS, FedEx distribution center
Springfield
USPS, UPS, FedEx distribution center
USPS
Full service across Illinois. Best for lightweight packages under 1 lb. Priority Mail and First-Class options available at all post offices.
UPS
Full ground and air network in Illinois. UPS Ground typically 1-5 business days for domestic. Strong commercial and business shipping presence.
FedEx
Full Express and Ground service in Illinois. FedEx Ground 1-5 days, Express overnight available. SmartPost for lightweight ecommerce.
Illinois has 2 ports of entry handling international shipments, containerized cargo, and cross-border freight.
Illinois is one of the top 10 shipping states by volume, which means dense carrier networks, frequent pickup schedules, and generally competitive rates. High-volume lanes like Chicago to major metros typically get the best negotiated rates from all three major carriers.
For international shipments originating from Illinois, goods can be exported through Port of Chicago. Compare international rates using our shipping calculator.
The average ground shipping cost in Illinois is $4.70 per pound, which is 9.8% below the national average of $5.21/lb. Actual rates depend on package dimensions, carrier, distance, and service level.
The major shipping hubs in Illinois are Chicago, Rockford, Springfield. These cities serve as key distribution and logistics centers for USPS, UPS, and FedEx operations in the state.
All major carriers operate in Illinois: USPS, UPS, FedEx. Each carrier has distribution centers and drop-off locations across Chicago and other major cities.
Illinois has 2 ports of entry: Port of Chicago, Chicago O'Hare International Airport. These handle international imports including containerized cargo, air freight, and cross-border ground shipments.
Illinois ranks #5 out of 51 (50 states + DC) for total shipping volume. As a top-10 shipping state, it benefits from dense carrier networks and competitive rates.
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Data verified · Source: Published carrier rate cards + USPS, UPS, FedEx zone pricing