($1,608+) Jacksonville, FL to Tacoma, WA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Jacksonville, FL to Tacoma, WA

For the 2,994-mile move from Jacksonville, Florida, to Tacoma, Washington, full-service movers cost between $2,491 and $11,340. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $320 - $2,136 (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 Jacksonville generally start around $220 plus $95 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,491 - $5,666
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,608 - $7,167
• 4+ bedrooms: $7,282 - $11,340

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 Jacksonville to Tacoma.

Specialty moving services from Jacksonville, FL to Tacoma, WA

Specialty needs vary by market: 66% of Jacksonville movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Tacoma, 57% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Jacksonville to Tacoma?

Washington Movers Conference membership is a quick way to confirm a mover is legitimate in Washington, on top of the picks below.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing means no surprise charges on moving day, and their support team is consistently rated among the most responsive in the industry.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here, 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, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Jacksonville, FL to Tacoma, WA

Moving containers from Jacksonville, Florida, to Tacoma, Washington, cost between $2,035 and $7,415. The container gets dropped at your door and you load it at your own pace. U-Haul gives you 3 days to load and PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're done, the company handles all the transportation. If you need extra time, storage in Jacksonville runs about $70/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Jacksonville to Tacoma:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,035 - $3,815
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,536 - $5,205
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,541 - $7,415

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Because loading is on you with a container move, hourly labor help is a popular add-on. In Jacksonville, FL, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $748, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: After the first month, ongoing rental fees kick in. A small container (7 - 8 feet) averages about $80 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $160 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Jacksonville, FL, and Tacoma, WA, but confirm a facility is within reasonable distance if you need to retrieve items while in storage.
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection provides broader coverage than the standard liability in your contract. It typically costs 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on $50,000 worth of belongings.

What are the best moving containers Jacksonville to Tacoma?

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 Jacksonville, FL to Tacoma, WA

Truck rentals from Jacksonville, Florida, to Tacoma, Washington, range from $1,608 - $4,515 for the 2,994-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $1,017 - $1,163
• Daily insurance: $32/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
• Jacksonville daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.89

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Jacksonville to Tacoma based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,608 - $3,056
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,689 - $3,790
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,134 - $4,515

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $160 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 Jacksonville, Florida, usually costs about $748 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 2,994-mile drive falls between $1,017 and $1,163, 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 $53 and $320 to your total.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Jacksonville to Tacoma?

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 Jacksonville, FL to Tacoma, WA

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Jacksonville, Florida, to Tacoma, Washington, when you want to do the loading yourself without having to drive a massive vehicle. The trailer is delivered, you pack it up, and the carrier handles the long haul.

What sets freight trailers apart is the pay-for-what-you-use pricing model. Each additional foot of trailer space you occupy adds to the cost. Pricing for a 2 - 3 bedroom move of this distance typically lands between $2,029 and $4,164.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,905 - $3,434
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,029 - $4,164
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,775 - $5,812

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight trailers are billed by the section you fill. If you misjudge your shipment size, each extra foot of trailer space adds around $80 - $160 to your final bill.
• Peak season pricing: Expect higher rates during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) when trailer availability tightens across the country.
• Moving labor: Loading is on you unless you hire outside help. A half-day crew of two movers in Jacksonville, Florida, typically costs $748.

What are the best freight companies from Jacksonville to Tacoma?

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.

Cost of living: Jacksonville, FL vs Tacoma, WA

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

Our take

How you handle your interstate move from Jacksonville, FL, to Tacoma, WA, comes down to your budget and how much time and work you're able to put into it. Hands-off relocations handled by full-service movers range from $2,491 - $11,340 on the 2,994-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $2,035 - $7,415 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $1,608 - $4,515 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $3,608 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and 24/7 live support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Joint Base Lewis-McChord and MultiCare Health System.