($910+) Boston, MA to Jackson, MS Movers
Moving from Boston, MA, to Jackson, MS, runs anywhere from $874 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $9,139 for full-service movers handling a larger 4 - 5 bedroom household. The two cities sit about 1,418 miles apart, and a move on this route usually takes 3 to 8 days door to door. Use our moving cost calculator to compare estimates and options for your specific move.
- Full-service moves for smaller spaces (studio apartments and 1-bedrooms) start around $2,346, while larger 4 - 5 bedroom relocations can reach $9,139 or more.
- Moving containers run $1,372 - $5,108, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $874 - $2,455.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Boston, MA, to Jackson, MS. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $3,040 on this route. They also throw in 30 days of free storage and have 24/7 customer support.
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Compare moving options from Boston, MA to Jackson, MS
Moving options from Boston to Jackson fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. A 2-3 bedroom full-service move on this route costs $3,040 - $6,973 and includes all labor and transportation. Moving containers come in around 30% less for the same home size, while rental trucks land about 60% less, though both require you to load the truck or container yourself. This route spans 1,418 miles and typically takes 3 to 8 days.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 1,418-mile route from Boston to Jackson, broken down by home size:
- Full-service movers: $2,346 for a studio up to $9,139 for a 4+ bedroom home.
- Moving containers: $1,372 - $5,108 depending on home size.
- Rental trucks: $874 - $2,455, the lowest-cost option across the board.
- Freight trailers: $1,210 - $3,931, billed by the space you actually use.
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated September 16, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Boston, MA to Jackson, MS
Hiring full-service movers from Boston, Massachusetts, to Jackson, Mississippi, costs between $2,346 and $9,139. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 1,418-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $363 - $2,420, 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 Boston and Jackson. For a rough baseline, movers based in Boston tend to start around $340 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 Boston to Jackson:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,346 - $5,064
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,040 - $6,973
- 4+ bedrooms: $4,907 - $9,139
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 Boston to Jackson.
The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from Massachusetts to Mississippi. Prices are based on 1,500+ monthly pricing data points collected across our network of vetted movers and updated monthly.
Pro tip: Demand for full-service movers surges during peak moving season from May - September, pushing prices higher. Shifting your move to a cooler month could save you a meaningful amount on your total bill.
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Specialty moving services from Boston, MA to Jackson, MS
Specialty needs vary by market — 96% of Boston movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Jackson, 100% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing99% of local movers | $605 - $6,050 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready96% of local movers85% nationallyTop pick: Boston Best Rate Movers | $242 - $1,452/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $363 - $2,904 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage48% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs57% of local movers | $1,210 - $3,630 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $3,025 - $12,100 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $906 - $1,722 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items58% of local movers46% nationallyTop pick: Boston Best Rate Movers | $1,210 - $3,025 |
| Piano | Any piano type88% of local movers71% nationallyTop pick: Boston Best Rate Movers | $968 - $4,235 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling21% of local movers | $363 - $1,815 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect21% of local movers22% nationallyTop pick: Boston Best Rate Movers | $787 - $2,420 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $363 - $18,150+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $363 - $4,235+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Boston to Jackson?
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national van lines are the smarter financial choice over local movers in Boston, MA. Local companies can run 30% - 40% more at that range since they don't consolidate shipments the way interstate carriers do. If a direct, dedicated route with an average 2-day delivery appeals to you, a local mover could be worth it, but that convenience comes at a cost.
Moving container costs from Boston, MA to Jackson, MS
Moving containers from Boston, Massachusetts, to Jackson, Mississippi, cost between $1,372 and $5,108. A container is delivered to your home and you load it on your own time. Loading windows vary by company: U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30. From there, the company takes over and transports it to Jackson. If you go over that window, storage in Boston adds around $145/month.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Boston to Jackson:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,372 - $2,512
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,734 - $3,653
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,405 - $5,108
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 $847 in Boston, MA. 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 $91 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $182 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.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a Massachusetts to Mississippi move in the past 90 days. Our pricing data is drawn from 1,500+ monthly data points across our vetted mover network and refreshed every month.
Pro tip: Before ordering moving containers, take a careful inventory of everything you're moving. A typical 1-bedroom home weighs around 3,000 pounds and fits in a single container starting at $1,372. Underestimating and needing 1 - 2 additional containers can push your total to $1,734 - $3,653, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise.
What are the best moving containers Boston to Jackson?
- Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
- U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
- MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)
Want a hand without paying for full service? A container or truck move does not mean doing all the heavy lifting yourself. You can hire a labor-only crew in Boston to load and unload while you handle the drive, then book full help later if you change your mind. Three top-rated local crews for labor-only help in Boston:
- Boston Best Rate Movers (4.7/5), 21 years in business
- StairHopper Movers (5.0/5), 23 years in business
- Exela Movers (4.9/5), 11 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Boston, MA to Jackson, MS
A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 1,418 miles from Boston, Massachusetts, to Jackson, Mississippi, running $874 - $2,455. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:
- Fuel for the drive: $546 - $624
- Daily insurance: $36/day
- Equipment rentals: $8 - $24
- Boston daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.89 - $1.09
| Home size | Typical truck size |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | 10 - 12 ft |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | 15 - 17 ft |
| 4+ bedrooms | 20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel) |
These are typical moving truck rental costs from Boston to Jackson based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $874 - $1,708
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $936 - $2,031
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,214 - $2,455
Pro tip: Truck rental pricing for a move from Boston to Jackson starts at $874 - $2,455, but that number does not tell the whole story. Fuel ($546 - $624) , overnight lodging ($182/night), meals, and equipment rentals are all separate. Plan for an additional $600 - $1,200 on top of your base rate to cover those costs.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Equipment: Tow dollies, appliance dollies, and moving pads are not included in the base rate. These extras often total between $91 and $424.
- Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $182.
- Gas: Expect fuel to run between $546 and $624 for the 1,418-mile drive, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
- Moving labor: If you'd rather not do all the heavy lifting, budget around $847 for 2 movers in Boston, Massachusetts, for about 5 hours.
- Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Boston to Jackson?
- Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
- Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
- 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 Boston, MA to Jackson, MS
Freight trailers are a good fit for medium-to-large moves where you need more space than a container but don't want to drive a rental truck from Boston, Massachusetts, to Jackson, Mississippi. The trailer is delivered to your address, you load it, and the carrier takes it the rest of the way.
Unlike truck rentals with flat rates, freight trailers scale with your shipment. Every additional section of trailer space you fill increases your total. Most long-distance moves using this method run roughly between $1,459 and $3,010.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Boston to Jackson:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,210 - $2,260
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,459 - $3,010
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,865 - $3,931
Pro tip: Freight pricing rewards efficient packing. Trailers are 8 feet tall and accessed via a 4-foot ramp, so technique matters, especially for heavy pieces. Since each additional linear foot adds to your quote, packing strategically is one of the easiest ways to control costs.
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 Boston, Massachusetts, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $847.
- More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $91 and $182 per foot.
What are the best freight companies from Boston to Jackson?
- 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.
- 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.
- Clean Harbors Environmental Services, Inc. (4.7/5 stars): Clean Harbors Environmental Services, 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.
Pro tip: Freight trailers are one of the fastest ways to move your belongings interstate, often beating full-service movers on delivery time. If getting your stuff to Jackson quickly is a priority, freight is worth a hard look. That said, freight carriers typically require you to be available to receive your shipment within a set window, so if you need short-term storage or your new place won't be ready right away, a container or full-service mover may give you more flexibility.
Cost of living: Boston, MA 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 Boston on housing, income, and taxes.
| Measure | Boston, MA | Jackson, MS |
|---|---|---|
| Cost of living index | 151 | 76 |
| Average rent | $3,400/mo | $1,170/mo |
| Median home value | $710,400 | $107,872 |
| Average income | $94,755/yr | $43,238/yr |
| Unemployment rate | 6.2% | 7.7% |
| State income tax | Up to 9.0% | Up to 4.7% |
| Walkability score | 98/100 | 26/100 |
| Safety index | 60.12/100 | 17.62/100 |
| Air quality | Good | Good |
Cost of living index is relative to the U.S. average of 100. Figures reflect the latest available city and state data.
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Our take
Full-service movers on the 1,418-mile route from Boston, MA, to Jackson, MS, run $2,346 - $9,139 depending on home size. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack are a middle-ground option at $1,372 - $5,108, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul start as low as $874 for the most budget-conscious movers. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $3,040, 30 days of free storage, and a 24/7 support team you can actually reach.
Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Newk's Eatery and Cal-Maine Foods.
FAQs: Moving from Boston, MA, to Jackson, MS
What is the best time of year to move from Boston, MA to Jackson, MS?
Aim for a move between October and March, when demand drops and rates tend to be lower across all service types. Peak season runs mid-May through mid-September, and weekends and month-end dates are pricier regardless of season. Mississippi also has a hurricane season running June through November, worth factoring into your timing if you have flexibility. A midweek, mid-month date outside peak season is your best bet for saving money.
How do I know a mover is licensed in Mississippi?
Like in many other states, movers in Mississippi are regulated by the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT). When considering hiring a local mover, you’ll want to check that they have an up-to-date MSPC Number. If they do, it means that they’re authorized to move household goods within the state.
What extra costs come with a truck rental on this route?
The base rate only covers the vehicle. Expect to add fuel ($546 - $624), daily insurance ($36/day), and equipment rentals ($8 - $24) on top. Overnight stops can add another $182/night for lodging if your drive spans more than a day.
How walkable is Jackson?
Jackson has a walkability score of 26 out of 100 and a bike-friendliness score of 33, compared to 98 and 86 in Boston. If you're used to getting around on foot or by bike, this is worth factoring into which neighborhood you pick.
How much does it cost to move from Boston, MA to Jackson, MS?
Costs on this route range from around $2,346 to $9,139, depending on your home size and which service you choose. Full-service movers typically fall between $2,346 and $9,139, while DIY options like rental trucks and containers come in lower. Moving during peak season (May - September) tends to push prices higher across the board.
What percentage of Boston movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 88% of movers in Boston handle piano moves, and 58% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 71% and 46% nationally.
