The Illinois Freight Market
Illinois—specifically the Chicagoland area—serves as the primary intersection of North American rail and truck freight. The massive bottleneck of intermodal containers moving from train to truck creates endless demand for dedicated regional drivers, prompting local carriers to cover tuition for new CDL students.
Average Starting Pay
$76k - $83k
For first-year drivers in IL
Freight Ranking
Top Midwest Hub
Regional DistributionDedicated Freight