Sioux Falls, SD → Jackson, MS · Long-distance move

Movers from Sioux Falls to Jackson

About 1,006 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,240–$6,310, delivery in 3–7 days, 79 carriers on the Sioux Falls side and 173 in Jackson.

1,006 miroad distance
18 h 3 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$4,240–$6,3102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Sioux Falls, South Dakota
To: Jackson, Mississippi
Road distance: ≈ 1,006 miles (852 straight-line)
Drive time: 18 h 3 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 79 (59 interstate)
Movers at destination: 173 (113 interstate)

Reverse: Jackson → Sioux Falls

The route from Sioux Falls, SD to Jackson, MS covers roughly 1,006 miles by road, a southeast-bound trip that falls into the long-distance move category for pricing purposes.

At this distance carriers price by shipment weight and mileage rather than by the hour. A two-bedroom home (around 5,000 lb of goods) typically costs $4,240 to $6,310 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 18 h 3 min.

On the Sioux Falls side there are 79 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (59 of them authorized for interstate work), and 173 around Jackson (113 interstate). For an interstate move you can book from either end; movers near the origin handle loading and are usually the better first call, while a destination-side company can be useful if you need storage or delivery-day help in Jackson.

Sioux Falls has a population of about 213,748 and Jackson about 141,196. Sioux Falls is considerably denser (2,434 people per square mile versus 1,376), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Note that Mississippi does collect a state income tax, unlike South Dakota, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Sioux Falls to Jackson

Full-service estimate for 1,006 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,700	$2,070	$2,530
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,550	$3,100	$3,790
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,240	$5,170	$6,310
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,790	$8,280	$10,100
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,340	$11,380	$13,890

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,480–$2,090

One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.

Portable container

$1,920–$2,820

Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.

Full-service mover

$4,240–$6,310

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Sioux Falls (origin)

K & J Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 171766
MC: 146600
Based in: Sioux Falls, SD 57104 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 132 trucks, 149 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (605) 332-5531 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dakota Carriers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 492947
MC: 255930
Based in: Sioux Falls, SD 57107 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 85 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (605) 338-0002 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rude Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1391
MC: 64732
Based in: Sioux Falls, SD 57107 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 68 trucks, 62 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (605) 335-6575 Route Verify on FMCSA

Silver Creek Carriers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3093770
MC: 73394
Based in: Chancellor, SD 57015 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 34 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (605) 647-1380 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lloyd Bultsma Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 692522
MC: 320802
Based in: Sioux Falls, SD 57104 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (605) 759-2247 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sioux Steel Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 66163
MC: 488257
Based in: Sioux Falls, SD 57101 (0 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (605) 650-0342 Verify on FMCSA

Nationwide Transfer INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1741852
MC: 637914
Based in: Sioux Falls, SD 57104 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (605) 333-0620 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mueller Pallets LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 776880
MC: 412614
Based in: Sioux Falls, SD 57108 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (605) 368-2440 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 79 movers in Sioux Falls

Near Jackson (destination)

Gulf Relay LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2068379
MC: 723111
Based in: Clinton, MS 39056 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 249 trucks, 247 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (601) 487-4853 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kllm Expedited Services LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 749588
MC: 339564
Based in: Richland, MS 39218 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 146 trucks, 271 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (800) 925-1000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sysco Jackson LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 327397
MC: 1099753
Based in: Jackson, MS 39209 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 64 trucks, 72 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (346) 422-3019 Route Verify on FMCSA

Baxter Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4130332
MC: 1581497
Based in: Jackson, MS 39213 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (479) 236-2820 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Allegiance LLC

USDOT: 913816
MC: 395598
Based in: Ridgeland, MS 39157 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (601) 853-9644 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ajc Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2816501
MC: 1033161
Based in: Jackson, MS 39201 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (470) 252-2002 Route Verify on FMCSA

Honorable Jones Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Dinero Xchange LLC

USDOT: 4109408
MC: 1670838
Based in: Jackson, MS 39203 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (504) 298-8778 Route Verify on FMCSA

Invictus Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3469769
MC: 1161870
Based in: Jackson, MS 39211 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (347) 556-7152 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 173 movers in Jackson

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Sioux Falls to Jackson?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,700 to $2,530 for a studio, $2,550 to $3,790 for a one-bedroom, $4,240 to $6,310 for a two-bedroom, $6,790 to $10,100 for a three-bedroom and $9,340 to $13,890 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Jackson from Sioux Falls?

About 1,006 road miles (852 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 18 h 3 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 days after pickup. Carriers give a spread rather than a fixed date because long-distance trucks carry several shipments; a dedicated truck or expedited service shortens the window for an extra fee.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from South Dakota into Mississippi makes this an interstate move, so the carrier must hold active FMCSA operating authority (an MC number) in addition to its USDOT number. The company cards on this page flag which carriers are authorized for interstate work.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Sioux Falls to Jackson?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,480 to $2,090 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,920 to $2,820. Both save money versus a full-service crew but you do the loading, and container transit can take longer than a mover's delivery window.

When is the least expensive time to book this move?

Rates are highest in summer and around the last days of any month, when demand peaks. Mid-month, mid-week and winter dates are usually quoted below the standard rate. Booking four to eight weeks ahead gives you the widest choice of carriers on the Sioux Falls–Jackson corridor.