USA (3PL) Third-Party Logistics Market Size - Industry Report on Share, Growth Trends & Forecasts Analysis (2025 - 2030)

The Market Report Covers 3PL Companies in the USA and is Segmented by Services (Domestic Transportation Management, International Transportation Management, and Value-added Warehousing and Distribution) and End Users (Aerospace, Automotive, Consumer and Retail, Energy, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Technology, and Other End Users). The market size and forecasts for the US 3PL market are provided in terms of value (USD Billion) for all the above segments.

USA (3PL) Third-Party Logistics Market Size - Industry Report on Share, Growth Trends & Forecasts Analysis (2025 - 2030)

US (3PL) Third-Party Logistics Market Size

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US 3PL Market Size
Study Period 2020 - 2030
Base Year For Estimation 2024
Forecast Data Period 2025 - 2030
Market Size (2025) USD 246.25 Billion
Market Size (2030) USD 290.78 Billion
CAGR (2025 - 2030) 3.38 %
Market Concentration Low

Major Players

US 3PL Market Companies

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

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US (3PL) Third-Party Logistics Market Analysis

The United States 3PL Market size is estimated at USD 246.25 billion in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 290.78 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 3.38% during the forecast period (2025-2030).

COVID-19 has transformed businesses across the world, with greater attention given to supplying chain optimization, growth of 3PL, and meeting essential and non-essential delivery challenges. Building supply chains more resistant to shocks like COVID-19 requires a blended approach by shippers to localized and global sourcing. With the implementation of the lockdown, the transportation sector, upon which supply-chain activities are dependent, has remained partially closed. Consequently, there were constraints to the smooth functioning of the supply chains, and this has had an adverse impact on global business and industrial activities. The shipping industry, which accounts for about 90% of trade activities, was impacted by the pandemic.

The 3PL market in the United States is driven by the increasing level of cross-border trade. The cost benefits of using 3PL are anticipated to boost the growth of the 3PL market. Consequently, 3PLs are going through a digital transformation and are investing in end-to-end solutions and end-to-end visibility to meet growing customer demand.

However, 3PL operators also face various challenges. Firstly, the development of the e-commerce sector and the consequent increase in the demand for services that manage supply chains around the world are expected to pose issues to the operation of the market.

Manufacturers and retailers are focusing on their core competencies and are now more readily subcontracting functions such as logistics to those with the expertise. Thus, the increase in competition has diverted the focus of manufacturers to promote their respective specializations in production and distribution.

Major third-party logistics providers are heavily investing in novel technologies, expanding their service portfolio, and widening their global reach. Software solutions are widely being used by companies for logistics applications.

US (3PL) Third-Party Logistics Industry Overview

The market is relatively fragmented, with the presence of a large number of local and international players, including CH Robinson, XPO Logistics, UPS Supply Chain, Expeditors, and JB Hunt. Fragmentation in the market is expected to decrease with companies in the space actively merging and consolidating to get the benefits of economies of scale.

US (3PL) Third-Party Logistics Market Leaders

  1. C.H. Robinson

  2. XPO Logistics

  3. UPS

  4. Expeditors

  5. J.B. Hunt

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
C.H. Robinson, XPO Logistics, UPS, Expeditors, J.B. Hunt
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US (3PL) Third-Party Logistics Market News

  • In January 2022, J.B. Hunt announced that it was acquiring the assets of Zenith Freight Lines from Bassett Furniture Industries, a leading manufacturer of quality furniture. The acquisition is worth USD 87 million. From now on, J.B. Hunt will continue to provide the services for Bassett. This investment helps J.B. Hunt to enhance its furniture delivery capabilities by expanding nationwide.
  • In January 2022, XPO Logistics announced the opening of two LTL terminals to increase its customer service capacity. In October 2021, the company launched a 264-door terminal in Chicago Heights, Illinois, and took steps to increase freight flows in the face of rising demand.
  • In December 2021, DHL Supply Chain collaborated with TuSimple to adopt and implement autonomous trucking operations. With this partnership, DHL made a reservation for 100 autonomous trucks designed by TuSimple and Navistar in the United States.

US (3PL) Third-Party Logistics Market Report - Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1 Study Deliverables
  • 1.2 Study Assumptions
  • 1.3 Scope of the Study

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

  • 2.1 Analysis Methodology
  • 2.2 Research Phases

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

4. MARKET DYNAMICS AND INSIGHTS

  • 4.1 Market Overview
  • 4.2 Market Dynamics
    • 4.2.1 Drivers
    • 4.2.2 Restraints
    • 4.2.3 Opportunities
  • 4.3 Value Chain/Supply Chain Analysis
  • 4.4 Industry Policies and Regulations
  • 4.5 Demand From Other Segments, such as CEP, Last Mile Delivery, Cold Chain Logistics, Etc.
  • 4.6 Technological Developments in the Logistics Sector
  • 4.7 Industry Attractiveness - Porter's Five Forces Analysis
  • 4.8 General Trends in the Warehousing Market
  • 4.9 Impact of COVID-19 on the Market

5. MARKET SEGMENTATION (Market Size By Value)

  • 5.1 By Services
    • 5.1.1 Domestic Transportation Management
    • 5.1.2 International Transportation Management
    • 5.1.3 Value-added Warehousing and Distribution
  • 5.2 By End User
    • 5.2.1 Aerospace
    • 5.2.2 Automotive
    • 5.2.3 Consumer and Retail
    • 5.2.4 Energy
    • 5.2.5 Healthcare
    • 5.2.6 Manufacturing
    • 5.2.7 Technology
    • 5.2.8 Other End Users

6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 6.1 Market Concentration Overview
  • 6.2 Company Profiles
    • 6.2.1 C.H. Robinson
    • 6.2.2 XPO Logistics
    • 6.2.3 United Parcel Service
    • 6.2.4 Fedex
    • 6.2.5 J.B. Hunt
    • 6.2.6 DHL Supply Chain Logistics
    • 6.2.7 D.B. Schenker
    • 6.2.8 Kuehne + Nagel
    • 6.2.9 Hub Group
    • 6.2.10 Ryder Supply Chain Solutions
  • *List Not Exhaustive

7. FUTURE OF THE US 3PL MARKET

8. DISCLAIMER

9. APPENDIX

  • 9.1 GDP Distribution, By Activity
  • 9.2 Insights on Capital Flows
  • 9.3 Economic Statistics - Export and Import by Product
  • 9.4 Insights on Key Export Destinations
  • 9.5 Insights on Key Import Origin Countries
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US (3PL) Third-Party Logistics Industry Segmentation

Airfreight is another term for air cargo, which refers to the shipment of goods by air. The United States 3PL market is segmented by services (Domestic Transportation Management, International Transportation Management, and Value-added Warehousing and Distribution) and End User (Aerospace, Automotive, Consumer and Retail, Energy, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Technology, and Other End Users). The report offers market size and forecasts for the United States market in value (USD Billion) for all the above segments.

By Services Domestic Transportation Management
International Transportation Management
Value-added Warehousing and Distribution
By End User Aerospace
Automotive
Consumer and Retail
Energy
Healthcare
Manufacturing
Technology
Other End Users
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US (3PL) Third-Party Logistics Market Research FAQs

How big is the United States 3PL Market?

The United States 3PL Market size is expected to reach USD 246.25 billion in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 3.38% to reach USD 290.78 billion by 2030.

What is the current United States 3PL Market size?

In 2025, the United States 3PL Market size is expected to reach USD 246.25 billion.

Who are the key players in United States 3PL Market?

C.H. Robinson, XPO Logistics, UPS, Expeditors and J.B. Hunt are the major companies operating in the United States 3PL Market.

What years does this United States 3PL Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?

In 2024, the United States 3PL Market size was estimated at USD 237.93 billion. The report covers the United States 3PL Market historical market size for years: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the United States 3PL Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

USA (3PL) Third-Party Logistics Industry Report

The U.S. third-party logistics (3PL) market is witnessing significant growth, propelled by the increasing demand for specialized logistics services aimed at optimizing supply chains and boosting operational efficiency. This surge is attributed to the rise in e-commerce, international trade, and the necessity for cost-effective logistics solutions. US 3PL companies are leading the charge in embracing digital technologies like artificial intelligence, big data analytics, and the Internet of Things, set to enhance logistics efficiency and slash operational costs further. The competitive market landscape emphasizes technological advancements, strategic partnerships, and service expansion. With the market segmented by mode of transport, service type, and industry, it serves a wide array of sectors such as technology, automotive, retail, food & beverage, and healthcare. The ongoing digital transformation and commitment to end-to-end solutions by US 3PL companies are vital for addressing the increasing customer demand and the challenges from the dynamic e-commerce sector and global trading activities. For detailed statistics on the USA (3PL) Third-Party Logistics market share, size, revenue growth rate, and a forecast outlook, Mordor Intelligence™ Industry Reports offer a comprehensive analysis, available as a free report PDF download.