($648+) Jackson, MS to Detroit, MI Movers

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

For the 945-mile move from Jackson, Mississippi, to Detroit, Michigan, full-service movers cost between $2,109 and $8,059. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $247 - $1,648 (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 Detroit:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,109 - $4,767
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,493 - $5,795
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,973 - $8,059

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 Detroit.

Specialty moving services from Jackson, MS to Detroit, MI

Specialty needs vary by market: 82% of Jackson movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Detroit, 59% of movers offer the same service.

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

Movers licensed to operate in Michigan are typically members of the Michigan Movers Association, worth checking for before you book any of the three below.

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.

Moving container costs from Jackson, MS to Detroit, MI

Moving containers from Jackson, Mississippi, to Detroit, Michigan, cost between $1,129 and $3,815. 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 Jackson runs about $70/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,129 - $1,970
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,438 - $2,937
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,014 - $3,815

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 $577 in Jackson, MS. 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 $62 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $124 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 Detroit, MI, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Jackson to Detroit?

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 Detroit, MI

Renting a moving truck for the 945-mile move from Jackson, Mississippi, to Detroit, Michigan, costs between $648 and $1,773, before these typical add-ons:

• Fuel for the drive: $248 - $283
• Daily insurance: $25/day
• Equipment rentals: $6 - $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 Detroit based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $648 - $1,122
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $640 - $1,334
• 4+ bedrooms: $828 - $1,773

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $248 - $283 for the 945-mile drive, depending on whether your rental truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: You'll handle the heavy lifting unless you bring in help. Two movers in Jackson, Mississippi, for about 5 hours typically costs around $577.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 945-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $124 per night, adding $247 - $371 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $41 and $247.

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

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 Detroit, MI

For larger DIY moves from Jackson, Mississippi, freight trailers give you plenty of room without putting you behind the wheel. Standard trailers are 28 feet long. You load the section you need, and the carrier transports everything to Detroit, Michigan.

Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For a 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,196 and $2,259.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,007 - $1,865
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,196 - $2,259
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,580 - $2,963

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Jackson, Mississippi, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $577.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $62 - $124 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 Jackson to Detroit?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Primarily known as a top moving container option for its DIY hybrid model where customers load and the company drives, MovingYourself also functions as a strong freight option thanks to its 53-foot trucks and pay-only-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. Best known for its container service, U-Pack also runs a top-notch freight trailer operation with the same no-deposit, pay-by-the-foot approach that keeps overall costs lower than most freight competitors.

Cost of living: Jackson, MS vs Detroit, MI

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Detroit, 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.

Our take

For a move from Jackson, MS, to Detroit, MI, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $2,109 for a studio to $8,059 for a 4+ bedroom home on the 945-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,129 - $3,815. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $648 - $1,773, though you'll be handling the driving and loading yourself. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with quotes starting around $2,493 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage included, and 24/7 live customer support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include General Motors and Henry Ford Health System.