Moving from Mississippi to Minnesota ($1,350-$6,850)
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The cost to move from Mississippi to Minnesota ranges from $1,350 to $6,850 with full-service movers, based on 1,022 real quotes from moveBuddha users. Our moving cost calculator weighs your exact distance, home size, and move date together, so your estimate reflects this specific Mississippi to Minnesota route rather than a flat average.
How much does it cost to move from Mississippi to Minnesota?
The average cost of moving from Mississippi to Minnesota with full-service movers typically ranges between $1,350 to $6,850 for a studio to 3-bedroom home. We calculated this average by reviewing 1,022 real-time quotes provided to moveBuddha users over the past 90 days. The average moving distance quoted was 1,193 miles.
The final price of your Mississippi to Minnesota move will be dependent on the type of mover you choose, how much you're moving, time of year, distance, access, and add-on services. Get a free and accurate estimate using our moving cost calculator.
The rates below are for full-service movers, meaning the crew loads, transports, and unloads your belongings for you:
| Move Size | Full-Service Mover Cost |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | $1,350 - $5,080 |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | $2,940 - $6,850 |
| 4+ bedrooms | $4,780 - $9,230 |
How much do moving containers cost from Mississippi to Minnesota?
A moving container from Mississippi to Minnesota costs between $910 and $4,440, depending on how much you're moving. For a 2-3 bedroom home, expect $1,720 to $3,490, roughly 50% less than full-service movers on this route. You pack and load the container yourself; the container company handles the 1,193-mile drive.
| Move Size | Moving Container Cost |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | $910 - $2,380 |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | $1,720 - $3,490 |
| 4+ bedrooms | $2,310 - $4,440 |
18% of movers in Mississippi offer climate-controlled storage, worth asking about if your container needs to sit before delivery.
How much does a rental truck cost from Mississippi to Minnesota?
A rental truck from Mississippi to Minnesota costs between $770 and $2,210. For a 2-3 bedroom home, budget $810 to $1,850, about 75% less than hiring full-service movers. That figure covers the truck itself; with gas in Mississippi averaging $2.58 per gallon, fuel for the 1,193-mile drive, plus insurance, equipment rental, and lodging, all land on top of the base rate.
| Move Size | Rental Truck Cost |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | $770 - $1,460 |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | $810 - $1,850 |
| 4+ bedrooms | $1,030 - $2,210 |
Add-on costs for a Mississippi to Minnesota move
The figures above are linehaul: crew time on both ends plus 1,193 miles of transport. Accessorial charges are quoted separately, and on a Mississippi to Minnesota route they commonly add 10% to 22% to the final invoice.
At 1,193 miles, a Mississippi to Minnesota move is typically a one-to-two-day haul. That's the range where storage-in-transit and shuttle fees start appearing on quotes, since your shipment may sit briefly before a delivery window opens in Minnesota. Guaranteed-delivery upgrades are available but uncommon at this distance.
Minnesota's cost of living runs about 10% above Mississippi's, so destination-side charges on this route price above national averages, including shuttle service, long carries, and storage near Minneapolis. Origin-side labor in Mississippi is the cheaper end of this move.
| Add-On Service | Typical Cost (Mississippi to Minnesota) |
|---|---|
| Full packing service | $530 - $1,370 |
| Packing materials only | $130 - $360 |
| Specialty item (piano, safe, pool table) | $290 - $800 |
| Appliance disconnect & reconnect | $90 - $230 |
| Stair or elevator carry | $70 - $240 |
| Storage-in-transit (per month) | $160 - $400 |
| Shuttle service at delivery | $190 - $540 |
| Auto transport (1 vehicle) | $640 - $950 |
| Full-value protection | 1% - 2% of declared shipment value |
Released-value protection at 60¢ per pound is included at no charge on every interstate move, but it pays out almost nothing on a damaged item. A 40-pound TV settles at $24. Full-value protection is the line item most worth the money on a 1,193-mile haul. Our moving cost calculator prices these accessorials into your Mississippi to Minnesota estimate up front instead of leaving them to surface on moving day.
68% of movers in Mississippi handle piano moves, 23% handle pool tables, and 32% handle safes — confirm your mover covers whichever specialty item you're moving before booking. 14% of Mississippi movers require a deposit to book, and 32% offer full-value protection as an add-on rather than folding it into every quote.
Our recommended Mississippi to Minnesota Movers
These movers average a 83% positive review rate among Mississippi movers we track.
Compare movers for your Mississippi to Minnesota move
We've vetted the long-distance movers operating out of Mississippi, so you can shortlist a few before requesting quotes for your Minnesota move:
9% of Mississippi movers we track offer instant online quotes, below the 45% national average, so you can compare several before picking up the phone.
First Class Moving Systems, Inc.
2400 34th St, Gulfport, MS 39501
4613 Tennessee Ave, Gulfport, MS 39501
1223 Highway 51, Suite A, Madison, MS 39110
John Fayard Moving & Warehousing, LLC
10323 Express Dr, Gulfport, MS 39503
602 Adeline St, Hattiesburg, MS 39401
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Alternate Mississippi to Minnesota moving options
DIY moving options offer real cost savings on a Mississippi to Minnesota move, with the right choice depending on how hands-on you want to be. Moving containers run about 50% less than full-service interstate movers, and rental trucks come in around 75% less.
With a rental truck (ex: U-Haul), you handle all the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus added costs like fuel, insurance, and equipment rentals on top of the base rate. If you'd rather skip the heavy lifting, local labor-only crews in Mississippi run $60 - $79 per hour to load the truck for you, while you still drive and unload on the Minnesota end. 41% of movers in Mississippi offer labor-only service, so finding one shouldn't take long.
With a moving container (ex: PODS), you handle the packing and loading in Mississippi on your own timeline, and the container company will drop it off in Minnesota for you to unload. A standard 16-foot container (the size most 2-3 bedroom interstate moves need) typically runs $319 - $837 to rent in Mississippi, before the long-distance haul fee shown above is added.
Why book your mover through moveBuddha:
moveBuddha has processed 1,022 real quotes from Mississippi to Minnesota in the past 3 months alone, keeping our pricing data current. Run your numbers through our moving cost calculator before you talk to movers to avoid low-ball or inflated estimates and steer clear of bad actors.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Minnesota to Mississippi guide.
Mississippi to Minnesota cost of living comparison
Cost of living, job markets, housing affordability, and lifestyle tend to drive most state-to-state moves, which is why we track moving trends across every major U.S. route. Here's how Mississippi stacks up against Minnesota on the factors that matter most for this move:
| Factor | Mississippi | Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Cost of living index | 85 | 94 |
| Average household income | $68,505 | $84,313 |
| Median home value | $181,313 | $334,119 |
| Unemployment rate | 2.9% | 3.4% |
| State income tax | 4.7% | 9.85% |
| Average monthly rent | $896 | $1,178 |
| Average sales tax | 7.0% | 8.03% |
| Crime index | 19.92 | 22.47 |
| College graduation rate | 24.78% | 38.9% |
| Population | 2,943,045 | 5,737,915 |
Minnesota has a higher cost of living than Mississippi, so most people moving in this direction are doing so for career, family, or lifestyle reasons rather than affordability. Budget for higher housing costs and day-to-day expenses compared to what you're used to in Mississippi.
Minnesota's largest industries are Manufacturing ($52.2 billion), Professional and business services ($48.5 billion), and Real estate and rental and leasing ($40.5 billion), worth a look if a job change is part of this move.
FAQs: Moving from Mississippi to Minnesota
Are full-service movers worth it for a Mississippi to Minnesota move?
People making this move are often chasing ample economic opportunity in Minnesota.Full-service makes sense for a large home (3+ bedrooms), a tight timeline, or high-value items. DIY fits a smaller home (1-2 bedrooms) when cost matters most and you have time to spare. Moving containers, about 50% less than full-service, split the difference by skipping the drive.
How does the cost of living in Minnesota compare to Mississippi?
Minnesota's cost of living index of 94 is higher than Mississippi's 85 (100 is the national average), so day-to-day costs should feel pricier. Average rent runs $896 in Mississippi versus $1,178 in Minnesota. Crime index is 19.92 in Mississippi vs 22.47 in Minnesota. 38.9% of Minnesota adults hold a college degree, versus 24.78% in Mississippi.
What's the cheapest way to move from Mississippi to Minnesota?
A rental truck is cheapest: $810 - $1,850 for a 2-3 bedroom move, about 75% less than full-service. At 1,193 miles, that's 3 days behind the wheel, plus around $360 in fuel. Moving containers ($1,720 - $3,490, about 50% less than full-service) skip the drive entirely. Use our moving cost calculator to compare all 3 for your move size.
How do I get a moving quote from Mississippi to Minnesota?
Use our moving cost calculator for an instant estimate on this 1,193-mile route. Full-service runs $1,350-$6,850, or a rental truck starts at $768. Take a room-by-room inventory of your furniture and bulky items so your quote matches your final bill. Then collect a few real quotes and confirm whether each is binding or non-binding — moveBuddha has reviewed 22 movers in Mississippi alone.
Who regulates interstate moves?
Interstate moves are regulated federally by the FMCSA. Verify your mover's USDOT number for free at FMCSA's carrier lookup tool. Report violations at 1-888-368-7238. You can also look up licensed movers in Mississippi at Mississippi's official regulatorandin Minnesota at Minnesota's official regulator.
Popular Mississippi to Minnesota moving routes
These are the most common city-to-city moves on the Mississippi to Minnesota corridor. Each guide covers local mover recommendations, cost estimates specific to those metro areas, and neighborhood information to help you plan your destination.
Moving from Mississippi to Minnesota: the bottom line
The cost to move from Mississippi to Minnesota ranges from $1,350 - $6,850 for a studio to 3-bedroom home with full-service movers. Moving containers and rental trucks cost 50% - 75% less for the same move. For most people making this 1,193-mile relocation, hiring a full-service mover is the most reliable option, especially for larger homes, time-sensitive moves, or relocations involving high-value items.
To get the best price, collect at least 3 quotes, book 4 - 12 weeks in advance depending on your season, and schedule a mid-week, mid-month pickup date when possible. Use our moving cost calculator to compare costs across all service types for your specific home size.
