($434+) Knoxville, TN to Jackson, MS Movers

Full-service moving costs from Knoxville, TN to Jackson, MS

For the 492-mile move from Knoxville, Tennessee, to Jackson, Mississippi, full-service movers cost between $1,242 and $8,196. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $257 - $1,712 (1 - 5+ bedrooms), crews will pack your boxes. The weight of your shipment and the mileage between the two cities are what drive your final cost. For scale, local movers in Knoxville generally start around $170 plus $113 per hour, per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Knoxville to Jackson:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,242 - $4,206
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,259 - $5,436
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,760 - $8,196

Packing, storage, shuttle fees, and added coverage can stack on top of the base price. See the full add-ons and specialty services table below for what each runs from Knoxville to Jackson.

Specialty moving services from Knoxville, TN to Jackson, MS

Specialty needs vary by market — 67% of Knoxville movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Jackson, 100% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Knoxville to Jackson?

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 customer support, and 30 days of free storage are included with every move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list, with 30+ years in business since 1995. AVL is one of the few national carriers that uses full-time in-house crews instead of contracted labor.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, combining fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

How much do local movers cost in Knoxville, TN?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Knoxville to Jackson with a local mover averages $2,147 - $5,165. For moves under 500 miles, local moving companies in Knoxville, TN can be a practical and cost-effective alternative to national carriers. Many price shorter moves using hourly or regional rates that may come in lower overall, with leaner operations and tighter service areas often translating to more flexible scheduling and a more personalized experience.

Keep in mind that not every local mover is authorized for moves that cross city or state lines. Always confirm interstate licensing and proper insurance before booking.

Moving container costs from Knoxville, TN to Jackson, MS

Moving containers from Knoxville, Tennessee, to Jackson, Mississippi, cost between $953 and $3,270. You load everything on your own schedule (U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30). When you're ready, the company takes care of getting the container from point A to point B. Need more time than that? Extra storage in Knoxville typically runs around $60/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Knoxville to Jackson:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $953 - $1,741
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,232 - $2,523
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,740 - $3,270

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $64 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $128 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Jackson, MS, if you need to retrieve anything while items are still in storage.
• Moving labor: Since you're responsible for loading the container yourself, many customers bring in hourly help. Based on moveBuddha data, hiring 2 movers for approximately 5 hours costs about $599 in Knoxville, TN. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection goes beyond the standard minimum and covers repair, replacement, or reimbursement at declared value. Pricing is typically 1% - 2% of your total shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 move.

What are the best moving containers Knoxville to Jackson?

1. Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
2. U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
3. MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)

Moving truck rental costs from Knoxville, TN to Jackson, MS

Plan on $409 - $1,135 for a rental moving truck on the 492-mile route from Knoxville, Tennessee, to Jackson, Mississippi. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $134 - $153
• Daily insurance: $26/day
• Equipment rentals: $6 - $17
• Knoxville daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.79

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Knoxville to Jackson based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $409 - $818
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $436 - $952
• 4+ bedrooms: $537 - $1,135

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Knoxville, Tennessee, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $599.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $134 - $153 for the 492-mile drive, depending on whether your truck takes gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, auto transport trailers, and furniture pads are separate rentals. Expect to spend between $51 and $278, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $128 per night for hotel stops on the 492-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $257 - $385.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Knoxville to Jackson?

1. Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
2. Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
3. U-Haul Truck Rental (4.2/5 stars)

The best truck rental companies for this route, based on moveBuddha's ratings.

Freight trailer costs from Knoxville, TN to Jackson, MS

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Knoxville, Tennessee, to Jackson, Mississippi. Standard trailers run 28 feet long, and you're only charged for the portion you actually fill. The carrier drops the trailer off, you load it at your own pace, and they handle the drive to your new city.

Pricing is based entirely on the linear footage your shipment occupies, not the full trailer length. Most long-distance freight moves land somewhere between $770 and $1,902.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Knoxville to Jackson:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $928 - $1,630
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $997 - $1,902
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,405 - $2,441

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Knoxville, Tennessee, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $599.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $64 - $128 per additional foot to your total.
• Time of year: Rates tend to climb during peak moving season (mid-May through mid-September) when trailer demand is at its highest.

What are the best freight companies from Knoxville to Jackson?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the pick for best for large moves. The company is well-regarded as a top moving container option for its load-it-yourself, we-drive-it model, and that same model makes it a strong freight option for larger homes that benefit from the company's 53-foot trucks and footage-based pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Alongside their flagship container service, U-Pack provides a top-notch freight trailer option that follows the same model: no deposits, no upfront fees, and pricing based on the linear footage you actually use.
3. Hittman Transport Services, Inc. (4.26/5 stars): Hittman Transport Services, Inc. is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and based facilities mean accessible support staff and area-specific scheduling flexibility that national-only freight carriers typically don't match.

Cost of living: Knoxville, TN vs Jackson, MS

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Jackson, side by side with Knoxville on housing, income, and taxes.

Cost of living index is relative to the U.S. average of 100. Figures reflect the latest available city and state data.