($687+) Detroit, MI to Jackson, MS Movers

Full-service moving costs from Detroit, MI to Jackson, MS

Hiring full-service movers from Detroit, Michigan, to Jackson, Mississippi, costs between $2,215 and $8,459. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 946-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $257 - $1,712, depending on the size of your home. Your final cost comes down to two things: the total weight of your shipment and the distance between Detroit and Jackson. For a rough baseline, movers based in Detroit tend to start around $248 plus $100/hour per mover on local jobs, before long-distance pricing takes over for a move this size.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,215 - $5,258
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,750 - $6,661
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,346 - $8,459

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 Detroit to Jackson.

Specialty moving services from Detroit, MI to Jackson, MS

Specialty needs vary by market — 89% of Detroit 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 Detroit to Jackson?

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.

Moving container costs from Detroit, MI to Jackson, MS

Moving containers from Detroit, Michigan, to Jackson, Mississippi, cost between $1,209 and $4,164. 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 Detroit typically runs around $85/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,209 - $2,198
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,601 - $2,993
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,053 - $4,164

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Containers are self-loaded, so many people hire hourly help for the heavy lifting. moveBuddha data shows two movers for about five hours runs around $599 in Detroit, MI. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: If you want stronger coverage than the default liability, full-value protection is the upgrade to consider. Most providers charge 1% - 2% of your shipment value, roughly $500 - $1,000 for $50,000 in contents.
• Storage: After the first month, rental fees average $64 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $128 per month for a larger 12- to 16-foot unit.
• Access: If you anticipate needing to access items while in storage, confirm there's a facility conveniently located near your Jackson, MS, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Detroit 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 Detroit, MI to Jackson, MS

Plan on $629 - $1,862 for a rental moving truck on the 946-mile route from Detroit, Michigan, to Jackson, Mississippi. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $258 - $294
• Daily insurance: $26/day
• Equipment rentals: $6 - $17
• Detroit daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $629 - $1,227
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $742 - $1,444
• 4+ bedrooms: $923 - $1,862

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Detroit, Michigan, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $599.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $258 - $294 for the 946-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 946-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $257 - $385.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Detroit 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 Detroit, MI to Jackson, MS

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Detroit, Michigan, 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 $2,540.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,057 - $1,997
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,268 - $2,540
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,576 - $3,237

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Detroit, Michigan, 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 Detroit 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. XPO Logistics Freight, Inc. (4.66/5 stars): XPO Logistics Freight, 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: Detroit, MI 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 Detroit 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.