Thanks for asking about shipping costs from our outdoor bench factory to the Midwest. While every order is unique, here is a clear breakdown to help you budget.

Typical freight range: For a standard pallet of 8 to 12 outdoor benches, expect to pay between $350 and $800 for LTL (less-than-truckload) shipping to most Midwestern states — including Illinois, Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, Wisconsin, and Missouri. The final number depends on several variables.

What affects the price?

1. Pallet weight and dimensions: A pallet of powder-coated steel or recycled plastic benches typically weighs 700 to 1,500 lbs. Heavier pallets push into higher freight classes, which increases cost.

2. Distance and delivery zone: Shipping from our factory in the Southeast to Chicago or Minneapolis will cost more than to closer states like Kentucky or Tennessee. Freight carriers divide regions into pricing lanes, and longer lanes mean higher base rates.

3. Liftgate and residential delivery: If your delivery location doesn’t have a loading dock or forklift, you may need a liftgate, which adds $50 to $150. Residential deliveries also carry an extra accessorial fee compared to commercial drop-offs.

4. Fuel surcharges and seasonal demand: Diesel prices and peak shipping seasons (spring through early fall) can shift quotes by 10% to 20%.

How to get the exact number: The best way to know your precise shipping cost is to request a quote with your ZIP code, the number of pallets, and the bench model you’re ordering. We can also quote full truckload pricing if you’re ordering 20+ pallets, which lowers the per-bench freight cost significantly.

We also offer freight consolidation for larger regional orders, and we can hold your shipment for a week if you want to combine multiple purchases into one pallet to save money. Just let your sales representative know your timeline, and we’ll recommend the most economical shipping method for your project.