($919+) Phoenix, AZ to Jackson, MS Movers

Full-service moving costs from Phoenix, AZ to Jackson, MS

Full-service movers for the 1,467-mile relocation from Phoenix, Arizona, to Jackson, Mississippi, cost between $2,246 and $8,847. With a long-distance moving company, loading, transportation, and unloading are all taken care of. If you want to skip packing boxes, too, that can be added for $295 - $1,964, depending on your home size. What you pay in the end is mainly a function of how much your shipment weighs and how far it's traveling. As a point of reference, local movers in Phoenix typically charge a base rate around $140 plus $85 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,246 - $4,945
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,855 - $6,842
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,181 - $8,847

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 Phoenix to Jackson.

Specialty moving services from Phoenix, AZ to Jackson, MS

Specialty needs vary by market: 66% of Phoenix movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Jackson, 82% of movers offer the same service.

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

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving offers the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing locks in your cost upfront, and 24/7 customer support is available throughout the move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. Operating since 1995, AVL staffs every move with full-time in-house crews trained on antiques, art, and other high-value items.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. As one of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, real-time shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan.

Moving container costs from Phoenix, AZ to Jackson, MS

Moving containers from Phoenix, Arizona, to Jackson, Mississippi, cost between $1,409 and $4,818. With a moving container, you load on your own schedule. U-Haul gives you 3 days to fill yours, while PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're ready, the company transports it straight to your new place. Need more time first? Storage in Phoenix typically costs about $90/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,409 - $2,637
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,715 - $3,473
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,237 - $4,818

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 $687 in Phoenix, AZ. 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 $74 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $147 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 Phoenix 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 Phoenix, AZ to Jackson, MS

Renting a moving truck for the 1,467-mile move from Phoenix, Arizona, to Jackson, Mississippi, costs between $919 and $2,312, before these typical add-ons:

• Fuel for the drive: $458 - $524
• Daily insurance: $29/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Phoenix daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $919 - $1,708
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $927 - $2,092
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,250 - $2,312

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $147 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 Phoenix, Arizona, usually costs about $687 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 1,467-mile drive falls between $458 and $524, 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 $49 and $295 to your total.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Phoenix 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 Phoenix, AZ to Jackson, MS

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Phoenix, Arizona, 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 $884 and $2,805.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,244 - $2,215
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,316 - $2,805
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,903 - $3,742

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 $74 - $147 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 Phoenix, Arizona, typically costs $687.

What are the best freight companies from Phoenix 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: Phoenix, AZ 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 Phoenix 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 Phoenix, AZ, to Jackson, MS, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $2,246 for a studio to $8,847 for a 4+ bedroom home on the 1,467-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,409 - $4,818. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $919 - $2,312, 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 $2,855 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.