($1,099+) Long Beach, CA to Jackson, MS Movers
The cost to move from Long Beach, CA to Jackson, MS ranges from $1,388 to $10,436, with an average cost of $3,900. Moves can be as low as $1,099 if you're wanting to DIY it.
This move covers about 1,846 miles and usually takes 5 to 16 days door to door. Use our moving cost calculator to compare estimates and options for your specific move.
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Compare moving options from Long Beach, CA to Jackson, MS
Moving options from Long Beach to Jackson fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. Full-service costs run $1,388 - $10,436 on this route depending on how much you're moving, with an average cost of $3,900, and movers handle all labor and transportation. Moving containers come in around 30% less for the same home size, and rental trucks are around 60% less, though both require you to handle the loading. This particular route covers 1,846 miles and typically takes 5 to 16 days depending on the service you pick.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 1,846-mile route from Long Beach to Jackson, broken down by home size:
- Studio / 1 bedroom: full-service $1,388 - $5,753, container $1,512 - $3,101, rental truck $1,110 - $2,095, freight trailer $1,418 - $2,682.
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: full-service $3,401 - $7,125, container $2,099 - $4,300, rental truck $1,190 - $2,441, freight trailer $1,564 - $3,542.
- 4+ bedrooms: full-service $6,263 - $10,436, container $2,870 - $5,613, rental truck $1,454 - $3,018, freight trailer $2,228 - $4,445.
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 Long Beach, CA to Jackson, MS
A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 1,846-mile move from Long Beach, California, to Jackson, Mississippi, with prices running from $1,388 - $10,436. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $383 - $2,552 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Long Beach and Jackson are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Long Beach movers tend to run around $162 as a base rate plus $75/hour per mover, for comparison.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Long Beach to Jackson:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,388 - $5,753
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,401 - $7,125
- 4+ bedrooms: $6,263 - $10,436
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 Long Beach to Jackson.
The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from California 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 Long Beach, CA to Jackson, MS
Specialty needs vary by market — 87% of Long Beach 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 packing100% of local movers | $638 - $6,380 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready87% of local movers85% nationallyTop pick: Sterling Van Lines | $255 - $1,531/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $383 - $3,062 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage40% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs55% of local movers | $1,276 - $3,828 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $3,190 - $12,760 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $956 - $1,816 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items67% of local movers46% nationallyTop pick: Sterling Van Lines | $1,276 - $3,190 |
| Piano | Any piano type79% of local movers71% nationallyTop pick: Sterling Van Lines | $1,021 - $4,466 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling39% of local movers | $383 - $1,914 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect29% of local movers22% nationallyTop pick: Sterling Van Lines | $829 - $2,552 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $383 - $19,140+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $383 - $4,466+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Long Beach to Jackson?
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national carriers are typically lower-priced than local moving companies in Long Beach, CA. At that distance, local movers often charge 30% - 40% more because they don't spread long-haul costs across multiple shipments the way national carriers do. If a direct route and faster delivery (averaging 2 days) are priorities, a local mover may be worth considering, but that service comes at a higher price.
Moving container costs from Long Beach, CA to Jackson, MS
Moving containers from Long Beach, California, to Jackson, Mississippi, cost between $1,512 and $5,613. 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 Long Beach typically costs about $90/month.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Long Beach to Jackson:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,512 - $3,101
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,099 - $4,300
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,870 - $5,613
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Access: Most major container brands operate in both Long Beach, CA and Jackson, MS. Still, double-check that a nearby facility is available if you need to access your belongings before delivery.
- Moving labor: Because containers are self-loaded, many customers hire hourly help. Two movers for about 5 hours typically cost around $893 in Long Beach, CA, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
- Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $96 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $191 for larger ones (12 - 16 feet).
- Added contents protection: For more coverage beyond the standard minimum, full-value protection is the typical upgrade, generally 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value. On a $50,000 household, that's roughly $500 - $1,000 as a one-time fee.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a California 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 $1,512. Underestimating and needing 1 - 2 additional containers can push your total to $2,099 - $4,300, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise.
What are the best moving containers Long Beach 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 Long Beach 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 Long Beach:
- Sterling Van Lines (4.6/5), 35 years in business
- Merit Moving Systems (4.9/5), 39 years in business
- Box-N-Go, LLC (4.8/5), 19 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Long Beach, CA to Jackson, MS
Truck rentals from Long Beach, California, to Jackson, Mississippi, range from $1,110 - $3,018 for the 1,846-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:
- Fuel for the drive: $749 - $857
- Daily insurance: $38/day
- Equipment rentals: $9 - $26
- Long Beach daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $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 Long Beach to Jackson based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,110 - $2,095
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,190 - $2,441
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,454 - $3,018
Pro tip: Budget beyond the advertised rate of $1,110 - $3,018 when pricing out a rental truck from Long Beach to Jackson. Fuel alone runs ($749 - $857) , and overnight lodging ($191/night), meals, and equipment rentals add up quickly. Most people spend an additional $600 - $1,200 beyond the base rate by the time the move is done.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $191 per night. Most long-distance moves with rental trucks require 1 - 3 overnight stops.
- Equipment: Tow dollies, auto trailers, and specialty moving equipment can add between $83 and $415 to your total.
- Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
- Gas: Plan on spending $749 - $857 in fuel for the 1,846-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
- Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $893 in Long Beach, California, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Long Beach 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 Long Beach, CA to Jackson, MS
If you're moving a larger household from Long Beach, California, and want to stay in control of the loading process, freight trailers offer a practical middle ground between hiring movers and renting a truck yourself. A 28-foot trailer is delivered to your door, you load what you need, and the carrier handles the drive to Jackson, Mississippi.
Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. Most moves on this route fall between $1,564 and $3,542.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Long Beach to Jackson:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,418 - $2,682
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,564 - $3,542
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,228 - $4,445
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?
- Demand cycles: Trailer costs climb during peak moving season, especially from mid-May through mid-September when demand is at its highest.
- More space: You're billed only for the linear feet you use, but underestimating your inventory means paying for extra space, typically around $96 - $191 more per foot.
- Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Long Beach, California, for about five hours typically runs $893.
What are the best freight companies from Long Beach 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.
- Sea-Logix, LLC (4.76/5 stars): Sea-Logix, LLC 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 move fast, making them one of the quickest ways to get your belongings from Long Beach to Jackson. If you have a hard move-in date and want your stuff there as soon as possible, freight is hard to beat. It's worth noting that freight works best when you're ready to receive your delivery, so if your move-in date is still up in the air or you'll need short-term storage, a moving container is likely the more practical choice.
Cost of living: Long Beach, CA 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 Long Beach on housing, income, and taxes.
| Measure | Long Beach, CA | Jackson, MS |
|---|---|---|
| Cost of living index | 162 | 76 |
| Average rent | $2,075/mo | $1,170/mo |
| Median home value | $762,188 | $107,872 |
| Average income | $83,969/yr | $43,238/yr |
| Unemployment rate | 5.2% | 7.7% |
| State income tax | Up to 13.3% | Up to 4.7% |
| Walkability score | 73/100 | 26/100 |
| Safety index | 41.42/100 | 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.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Jackson, MS to Long Beach, CA guide.
Why you should use moveBuddha to find a mover:
In the past 3 months, we've processed 10 real quotes from California to Mississippi, so our pricing data stays current. Use our moving cost calculator before you talk to movers to avoid low-ball or inflated estimates and spot bad actors early. We track 374 movers licensed in California, useful context for sizing up this 1,846-mile move.
Our take
For a move from Long Beach, CA, to Jackson, MS, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $1,388 for a studio to $10,436 for a 4 - 5 bedroom home on the 1,846-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,512 - $5,613. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $1,110 - $3,018, 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 $3,401 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.
FAQs: Moving from Long Beach, CA, to Jackson, MS
What size moving truck do I need for this route?
Rental trucks generally range from 10 to 26 feet. A 15- to 17-foot truck covers most 2-bedroom moves, while a smaller 10- to 12-foot truck works for a studio or 1-bedroom. Homes with 3 or more bedrooms usually need a 20- to 26-foot truck, and anything that size typically runs on diesel rather than gas.
What do local movers charge in Long Beach?
Local movers based in Long Beach typically start around $162 as a base rate, plus $75/hour per mover. That's a useful baseline if you're hiring help just to load a rental truck or container rather than booking a full long-distance move. Rates in Jackson run similarly and are worth checking if you need help unloading on the other end.
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 are the best neighborhoods in Jackson?
For families, Madison, Clinton, and Flowood are worth a look in Jackson. If you're moving solo or without kids, Ridgeland, Flowood, and Madison tend to be popular picks instead.
How walkable is Jackson?
Jackson has a walkability score of 26 out of 100 and a bike-friendliness score of 33, compared to 73 and 70 in Long Beach. If you're used to getting around on foot or by bike, this is worth factoring into which neighborhood you pick.
What percentage of Long Beach movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 79% of movers in Long Beach handle piano moves, and 67% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 71% and 46% nationally.
