($399+) Jackson, MS to McKinney, TX Movers

Full-service moving costs from Jackson, MS to McKinney, TX

Full-service movers for the 427-mile relocation from Jackson, Mississippi, to McKinney, Texas, cost between $1,249 and $7,675. With a long-distance moving company, loading, transportation, and unloading are all taken care of. If you want to skip packing boxes, too, that can be added for $271 - $1,808, depending on your home size. What you pay in the end is mainly a function of how much your shipment weighs and how far it's traveling. As a point of reference, local movers in Jackson typically charge a base rate around $279 plus $127 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,249 - $4,162
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,956 - $5,581
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,511 - $7,675

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 Jackson to McKinney.

Specialty moving services from Jackson, MS to McKinney, TX

Specialty needs vary by market — 100% of Jackson movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In McKinney, 95% of movers offer the same service.

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

All three below meet the standards set by the Southwest Movers Association, the group most Texas movers are affiliated with.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list, with flat-rate pricing that holds firm on moving day and a customer support team available around the clock.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here. With 30+ years of interstate moves behind them, AVL uses full-time in-house crews instead of the contracted labor most national carriers rely on.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan available on every long-distance move.

How much do local movers cost in Jackson, MS?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Jackson to McKinney with a local mover averages $2,034 - $5,804. For moves under 500 miles, local moving companies in Jackson, MS 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 Jackson, MS to McKinney, TX

Moving containers from Jackson, Mississippi, to McKinney, Texas, cost between $998 and $2,959. With a moving container, you load on your own schedule. U-Haul gives you 3 days to fill yours, while PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're ready, the company transports it straight to your new place. Need more time first? Storage in Jackson typically costs about $70/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $998 - $1,729
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,192 - $2,407
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,549 - $2,959

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $68 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $136 per month for larger units (12 - 16 feet).
• Moving labor: Containers don't come with loading help, so many customers hire hourly movers for the job. Two movers for about 5 hours will run you around $633 in Jackson, MS, per moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: Standard coverage only reimburses by weight. Full-value protection gives you more complete coverage for higher-value items and typically costs 1% - 2% of your total declared value, around $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 shipment.
• Access: National providers generally operate in both cities, but verify that a facility near your McKinney, TX, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.

What are the best moving containers Jackson to McKinney?

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 Jackson, MS to McKinney, TX

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 427 miles from Jackson, Mississippi, to McKinney, Texas, running $399 - $1,048. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $123 - $140
• Daily insurance: $27/day
• Equipment rentals: $6 - $18
• Jackson daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $399 - $742
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $413 - $829
• 4+ bedrooms: $540 - $1,048

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Jackson, Mississippi, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $633.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $123 - $140 for the 427-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 $54 and $294, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $136 per night for hotel stops on the 427-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $271 - $407.

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

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 Jackson, MS to McKinney, TX

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Jackson, Mississippi, to McKinney, Texas. 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 $814 and $1,926.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $890 - $1,617
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $992 - $1,926
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,343 - $2,367

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Seasonal demand: Pricing tends to rise during peak moving season, particularly between mid-May and mid-September.
• Moving labor: Most customers hire loading help since freight is self-loaded. Two movers in Jackson, Mississippi, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $633.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $68 and $136 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Jackson to McKinney?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the best for large moves pick. While it's a top moving container option for the DIY hybrid setup (you handle the loading, they handle the driving), the same approach makes it a strong freight choice for 3 to 5+ bedroom homes that need 53 feet of trailer capacity with pay-as-you-go pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer here. In addition to their popular container service, U-Pack delivers a top-tier freight trailer option that uses the same pay-by-the-foot pricing model and skips deposits and upfront fees entirely.
3. Kllm Transport Services (4.88/5 stars): Kllm Transport Services is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Local ownership translates to accessible support staff and facilities based in the communities they serve, giving customers more direct communication than they'd typically get from a national-only freight network.

Cost of living: Jackson, MS vs McKinney, TX

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in McKinney, side by side with Jackson 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.