($544+) Durham, NC to Jackson, MS Movers

Full-service moving costs from Durham, NC to Jackson, MS

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 764-mile move from Durham, North Carolina, to Jackson, Mississippi, with costs ranging from $1,517 - $7,518. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $269 - $1,796. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Durham and Jackson. Local movers in Durham typically start around $240 as a base rate plus $122/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,517 - $3,990
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,065 - $5,229
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,809 - $7,518

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 Durham to Jackson.

Specialty moving services from Durham, NC to Jackson, MS

Specialty needs vary by market: 59% of Durham movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Jackson, 88% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Durham 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 Durham, NC to Jackson, MS

Moving containers from Durham, North Carolina, to Jackson, Mississippi, cost between $1,078 and $3,608. The container gets dropped at your door and you load it at your own pace. U-Haul gives you 3 days to load and PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're done, the company handles all the transportation. If you need extra time, storage in Durham runs about $100/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,078 - $1,940
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,411 - $2,638
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,800 - $3,608

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Because loading is on you with a container move, hourly labor help is a popular add-on. In Durham, NC, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $629, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: After the first month, ongoing rental fees kick in. A small container (7 - 8 feet) averages about $67 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $135 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Durham, NC, and Jackson, MS, but confirm a facility is within reasonable distance if you need to retrieve items while in storage.
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection provides broader coverage than the standard liability in your contract. It typically costs 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on $50,000 worth of belongings.

What are the best moving containers Durham 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 Durham, NC to Jackson, MS

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 764 miles from Durham, North Carolina, to Jackson, Mississippi, running $544 - $1,457. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $218 - $249
• Daily insurance: $27/day
• Equipment rentals: $6 - $18
• Durham daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.89

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $544 - $1,012
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $586 - $1,166
• 4+ bedrooms: $749 - $1,457

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $135 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 Durham, North Carolina, usually costs about $629 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 764-mile drive falls between $218 and $249, 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 $45 and $269 to your total.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Durham 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 Durham, NC to Jackson, MS

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Durham, North Carolina, to Jackson, Mississippi, when you want to do the loading yourself without having to drive a massive vehicle. The trailer is delivered, you pack it up, and the carrier handles the long haul.

What sets freight trailers apart is the pay-for-what-you-use pricing model. Each additional foot of trailer space you occupy adds to the cost. Pricing for a 2 - 3 bedroom move of this distance typically lands between $1,140 and $2,131.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $913 - $1,730
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,140 - $2,131
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,484 - $2,748

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Seasonal demand: Pricing tends to rise during peak moving season, particularly between mid-May and mid-September.
• Moving labor: Most customers hire loading help since freight is self-loaded. Two movers in Durham, North Carolina, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $629.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $67 and $135 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Durham to Jackson?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the best for large moves pick. While it's a top moving container option for the DIY hybrid setup (you handle the loading, they handle the driving), the same approach makes it a strong freight choice for 3 to 5+ bedroom homes that need 53 feet of trailer capacity with pay-as-you-go pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer here. In addition to their popular container service, U-Pack delivers a top-tier freight trailer option that uses the same pay-by-the-foot pricing model and skips deposits and upfront fees entirely.

Cost of living: Durham, NC 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 Durham 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 Durham, NC, to Jackson, MS, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $1,517 for a studio to $7,518 for a 4+ bedroom home on the 764-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,078 - $3,608. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $544 - $1,457, 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 $2,065 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.