($642+) Lansing, MI to Jackson, MS Movers

Full-service moving costs from Lansing, MI to Jackson, MS

For the 922-mile move from Lansing, Michigan, to Jackson, Mississippi, full-service movers cost between $2,039 and $8,887. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $242 - $1,616 (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 Lansing generally start around $570 plus $240 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,039 - $4,796
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,510 - $6,361
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,412 - $8,887

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 Lansing to Jackson.

Specialty moving services from Lansing, MI to Jackson, MS

Specialty needs vary by market — 82% of Lansing movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Jackson, 100% of movers offer the same service.

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

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 customer support, and 30 days of free storage are included with every move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list, 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, combining fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Lansing, MI to Jackson, MS

Moving containers from Lansing, Michigan, to Jackson, Mississippi, cost between $1,116 and $3,723. 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 Lansing typically costs about $60/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,116 - $2,045
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,465 - $2,960
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,134 - $3,723

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Lansing, MI 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 $566 in Lansing, MI, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $61 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $121 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.

What are the best moving containers Lansing 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 Lansing, MI to Jackson, MS

Plan on $661 - $1,682 for a rental moving truck on the 922-mile route from Lansing, Michigan, to Jackson, Mississippi. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $237 - $271
• Daily insurance: $24/day
• Equipment rentals: $6 - $16
• Lansing daily rental rate: $19 - $29
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $661 - $1,214
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $659 - $1,500
• 4+ bedrooms: $896 - $1,682

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 $61 and $283.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $121.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $237 and $271 for the 922-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 $566 for 2 movers in Lansing, Michigan, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Lansing 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 Lansing, MI to Jackson, MS

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Lansing, Michigan, 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 $727 and $2,368.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,099 - $1,977
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,257 - $2,368
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,659 - $3,010

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Lansing, Michigan, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $566.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $61 - $121 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 Lansing 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.
3. Dtx, Inc. (4.62/5 stars): Dtx, Inc. is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned facilities and accessible live support staff make scheduling and route coordination easier on local-area routes than what most national freight providers can offer.

Cost of living: Lansing, MI vs Jackson, MS

Day-to-day costs in Jackson are close to what you're used to in Lansing: cost of living index of 76 versus 84, with average rent of $1,170/mo compared to $1,129/mo. Housing, income, and taxes are all in a similar range, so budgeting for this move mostly comes down to the moving costs above rather than a shift in your monthly expenses. Walkability and safety scores are close too, at 46/100 and 51.34/100 in Lansing versus 26/100 and 17.62/100 in Jackson.