Top 7 Busiest Container Ports Of USA

Situated in San Pedro Bay, this port handles over 10 million TEUs annually and is a key driver of Southern California’s economy.

The largest port on the eastern coast, it handled 9.49 million TEUs in 2022, serving as a major center for international trade and commerce.

Located near the Port of Los Angeles, it handled 9.13 million TEUs in 2022. Known for its eco-friendly policies, it’s a primary channel for U.S.-Asian maritime trade.

The biggest single container terminal in North America, handling 5.76 million TEUs in 2022. It’s a key route for U.S. trade with Asia, Latin America, and Europe.

The busiest port for foreign waterborne tonnage in the U.S., handling over 3.9 million TEUs in 2022. It’s a major hub for petrochemical exports.

Strategically positioned on the eastern coast, it handled 3.69 million TEUs in 2022, known for its deep-water channels and modern infrastructure.

Combining the ports of Seattle and Tacoma, it handled 3.38 million TEUs in 2022, serving as a gateway for U.S.-Asian trade.