($635+) Jackson, MS to Akron, OH Movers

Full-service moving costs from Jackson, MS to Akron, OH

For the 914-mile move from Jackson, Mississippi, to Akron, Ohio, full-service movers cost between $2,018 and $8,197. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $234 - $1,560 (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 Jackson generally start around $279 plus $127 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,018 - $4,796
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,510 - $6,361
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,633 - $8,197

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 Akron.

Specialty moving services from Jackson, MS to Akron, OH

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

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

If you're vetting a mover on your own instead, membership in Ohio Association of Movers is a good first thing to confirm.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving offers the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing locks in your cost upfront, and 24/7 customer support is available throughout the move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. Operating since 1995, AVL staffs every move with full-time in-house crews trained on antiques, art, and other high-value items.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. As one of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, real-time shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan.

Moving container costs from Jackson, MS to Akron, OH

Moving containers from Jackson, Mississippi, to Akron, Ohio, cost between $1,151 and $3,762. 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 Jackson typically runs around $70/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,151 - $2,088
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,555 - $3,080
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,971 - $3,762

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Jackson, MS and Akron, OH. Still, double-check that a nearby facility is available if you need to access your belongings before delivery.
• Moving labor: Because containers are self-loaded, many customers hire hourly help. Two movers for about 5 hours typically cost around $546 in Jackson, MS, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $59 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $117 for larger ones (12 - 16 feet).
• Added contents protection: For more coverage beyond the standard minimum, full-value protection is the typical upgrade, generally 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value. On a $50,000 household, that's roughly $500 - $1,000 as a one-time fee.

What are the best moving containers Jackson to Akron?

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 Akron, OH

A rental truck for this 914-mile move from Jackson, Mississippi, to Akron, Ohio, costs between $642 and $1,805. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $227 - $259
• Daily insurance: $23/day
• Equipment rentals: $5 - $16
• 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 Akron based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $642 - $1,214
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $680 - $1,428
• 4+ bedrooms: $835 - $1,805

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $117 per night if your drive requires an overnight stop. Typically, you'll make 1 - 3 overnight stops, depending on move distance.
• Moving labor: Bringing in professional loading help in Jackson, Mississippi, usually costs about $546 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 914-mile drive falls between $227 and $259, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, moving pads, and vehicle trailers are easy to overlook but can add between $39 and $234 to your total.

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

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 Akron, OH

If you're moving a larger household from Jackson, Mississippi, and want to stay in control of the loading process, freight trailers offer a practical middle ground between hiring movers and renting a truck yourself. A 28-foot trailer is delivered to your door, you load what you need, and the carrier handles the drive to Akron, Ohio.

Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. Most moves on this route fall between $1,160 and $2,488.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,036 - $1,899
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,160 - $2,488
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,577 - $3,041

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight pricing is based on exactly how much of the trailer you fill. If your items take up more than expected, the added footage can increase your cost by between $59 and $117.
• Peak season impact: Moving during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) often means higher trailer rates as demand increases across the board.
• Moving labor: Unless you plan to load everything yourself, factor in labor costs. Two movers in Jackson, Mississippi, for roughly five hours typically average $546.

What are the best freight companies from Jackson to Akron?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is our pick for best for large moves. The company is best known as a top moving container option for its hybrid model where you load and they drive, and that same model translates well to freight thanks to their 53-foot trucks and pay-by-the-foot pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Beyond their flagship container service, U-Pack also runs freight trailers with the same no-deposit, no-upfront-fee model, charging only for the linear footage you actually fill.
3. Kllm Transport Services (4.88/5 stars): Kllm Transport Services is our pick for best locally owned freight company. Their locally owned and operated facilities mean you work with support staff who know the route and the area, giving you more responsive scheduling than national-only carriers typically offer.

Cost of living: Jackson, MS vs Akron, OH

There's not a big cost-of-living gap between Jackson and Akron to plan around. Cost of living index: 76 vs. 81. Average rent: $1,170/mo vs. $950/mo. The bigger factor in your budget is the one-time cost of the move itself, covered above. Walkability: 26 vs. 48. Safety index: 17.62 vs. 50.39.