Tucson is the winner for brands heavily involved in Mexican trade or those seeking lower overhead for large-scale storage. Phoenix is better for brands that prioritize being at the absolute center of a 5-million-person local consumer market and need the highest density of air-cargo options.

Tucson offers some of the most competitive rates in the Southwest, with industrial space typically ranging from $0.75 to $0.95 per square foot (NNN). This makes it one of the few remaining major West Coast-adjacent markets where a sub-$1.00 rate is still achievable for high-quality space.

Yes. Tucson is approximately 450 miles from Los Angeles. A truck leaving Tucson in the late afternoon can reach a Southern California sorting facility by the next morning, allowing for a 1-day shipping promise to one of the world’s largest consumer pools.

Tucson 3PLs often use Section 321 to help eCommerce brands import goods valued at $800 or less duty-free. By warehousing goods in Mexico and fulfilling them through a Tucson-based hub, brands can legally eliminate duties and taxes on individual consumer orders, significantly increasing profit margins.

Tucson is geographically stable with virtually no risk of natural disasters like earthquakes or hurricanes. While summer heat is a factor, 3PLs in the region are specialists in climate-controlled storage, ensuring that heat-sensitive items like supplements, cosmetics, and electronics stay at a consistent temperature year-round.