Reno is slightly better for brands primarily targeting the Northern California/Bay Area market. Salt Lake City is superior for brands that need to reach the entire "Intermountain West" (Utah, Colorado, Idaho) while still maintaining fast access to all major Pacific Coast cities.

The Utah Inland Port facilitates direct rail transfer from the Ports of Oakland and LA/Long Beach. This allows 3PLs to receive containers via rail, which is often 30-50% cheaper than long-haul trucking and significantly reduces the carbon footprint of your supply chain.

Containers moved by truck from the Port of Oakland or LA to SLC typically cost $1,500 to $2,200. While higher than local drayage, the month-over-month savings on rent and labor in Utah usually offset this cost for any business storing more than 300 pallets.

Yes. FTZ #30 covers the Salt Lake City region. Utilizing an FTZ-certified 3PL allows you to defer or eliminate customs duties on imported goods until they enter U.S. commerce, a critical cash-flow advantage for international brands.