($432+) Jacksonville, FL to Jackson, MS Movers

Full-service moving costs from Jacksonville, FL to Jackson, MS

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 591-mile move from Jacksonville, Florida, to Jackson, Mississippi, with costs ranging from $1,117 - $6,879. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $264 - $1,760. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Jacksonville and Jackson. Local movers in Jacksonville typically start around $220 as a base rate plus $95/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,117 - $3,350
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,940 - $4,800
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,168 - $6,879

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 Jacksonville to Jackson.

Specialty moving services from Jacksonville, FL to Jackson, MS

Specialty needs vary by market: 66% of Jacksonville 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 Jacksonville to Jackson?

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.

Moving container costs from Jacksonville, FL to Jackson, MS

Moving containers from Jacksonville, Florida, to Jackson, Mississippi, cost between $959 and $3,147. You're in charge of loading, and the timeline is yours to set. U-Haul allows 3 days while PODS gives you a full 30. After that, the company picks it up and delivers it to your new address. Running behind schedule? Storage in Jacksonville costs roughly $70/month if you need it.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $959 - $1,676
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,180 - $2,316
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,641 - $3,147

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 $616 in Jacksonville, FL. 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 $66 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $132 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 Jacksonville 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 Jacksonville, FL to Jackson, MS

Truck rentals from Jacksonville, Florida, to Jackson, Mississippi, range from $432 - $1,215 for the 591-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $165 - $189
• Daily insurance: $26/day
• Equipment rentals: $6 - $18
• Jacksonville daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.89

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $432 - $839
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $461 - $977
• 4+ bedrooms: $624 - $1,215

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 $66 and $308.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $132.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $165 and $189 for the 591-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 $616 for 2 movers in Jacksonville, Florida, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Jacksonville 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 Jacksonville, FL to Jackson, MS

For larger DIY moves from Jacksonville, Florida, 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 Jackson, Mississippi.

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 $954 and $2,008.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $855 - $1,586
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $954 - $2,008
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,260 - $2,443

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Jacksonville, Florida, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $616.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $66 - $132 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 Jacksonville to Jackson?

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: Jacksonville, FL 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 Jacksonville 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

Full-service movers on the 591-mile route from Jacksonville, FL, to Jackson, MS, run $1,117 - $6,879 depending on home size. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack are a middle-ground option at $959 - $3,147, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul start as low as $432 for the most budget-conscious movers. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $1,940, 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.