($778+) Fargo, ND to Jackson, MS Movers

Full-service moving costs from Fargo, ND to Jackson, MS

For the 1,259-mile move from Fargo, North Dakota, to Jackson, Mississippi, full-service movers cost between $2,443 and $10,655. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $255 - $1,700 (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 Fargo generally start around $264 plus $99 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,443 - $5,897
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,323 - $7,519
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,744 - $10,655

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 Fargo to Jackson.

Specialty moving services from Fargo, ND to Jackson, MS

Specialty needs vary by market: 33% of Fargo movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Jackson, 88% of movers offer the same service.

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

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is our pick for best overall value. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 support, and 30 days of free storage make Safeway the clearest value on this list.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. AVL has been moving customers since 1995 and uses full-time in-house crews trained on high-value items like art and antiques.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. One of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, 24/7 monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan against damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Fargo, ND to Jackson, MS

Moving containers from Fargo, North Dakota, to Jackson, Mississippi, cost between $1,234 and $4,329. 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 Fargo typically runs around $90/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,234 - $2,341
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,689 - $3,329
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,311 - $4,329

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 Fargo, ND, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $595, 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 $64 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $128 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Fargo, ND, and Jackson, MS, 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 Fargo 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 Fargo, ND to Jackson, MS

A rental truck for this 1,259-mile move from Fargo, North Dakota, to Jackson, Mississippi, costs between $778 and $2,285. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $341 - $389
• Daily insurance: $26/day
• Equipment rentals: $6 - $17
• Fargo daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $778 - $1,440
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $832 - $1,820
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,111 - $2,285

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $341 - $389 for the 1,259-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 Fargo, North Dakota, for about 5 hours typically costs around $595.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 1,259-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $128 per night, adding $255 - $383 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $43 and $255.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Fargo 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 Fargo, ND to Jackson, MS

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Fargo, North Dakota, to Jackson, Mississippi, 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 $1,298 and $2,664.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,202 - $2,043
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,298 - $2,664
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,849 - $3,568

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 $64 and $128.
• 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 Fargo, North Dakota, for roughly five hours typically average $595.

What are the best freight companies from Fargo to Jackson?

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.

Cost of living: Fargo, ND 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 Fargo 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 Fargo, ND, to Jackson, MS, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $2,443 for a studio to $10,655 for a 4+ bedroom home on the 1,259-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,234 - $4,329. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $778 - $2,285, 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 $3,323 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 Newk's Eatery and Cal-Maine Foods.