Move Your Shed Jackson · 2026 Cost Guide

Shed Moving Cost in Jackson, MS

Most Jackson shed moves cost $500–$1,500 . Below are 2026 price ranges by shed size and distance, plus what Mississippi permits add.

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Average cost to move a shed in Jackson

Small (≤ 8x10) $300–$800 Medium (10x12 – 12x16) $800–$1,500 Large (12x20+) $1,500–$3,000

Jackson (143,709 residents) is a mid-size city, so local hauling rates run about 0% above the national baseline. Central Mississippi dealer network serves a wide rural delivery area.

Shed Moving Cost Calculator — Jackson

1. Shed size 2. How far is it going? 3. Site access Estimated cost in Jackson, Mississippi $800–$1,500

Ballpark only. Real quotes depend on the hauler, permits, and your exact sites — most homeowners get competing quotes within 24–48 hours.

Jackson shed moving cost by size

Local Jackson-area move with normal access. Long hauls, tight lots, and cranes add to these numbers.

Shed size	Footprint	Typical Jackson cost	Size guide
8×8	64 sq ft	$350 – $900	8×8 in Jackson
8×10	80 sq ft	$400 – $1,000	8×10 in Jackson
8×12	96 sq ft	$450 – $1,100	8×12 in Jackson
10×10	100 sq ft	$500 – $1,200	10×10 in Jackson
10×12	120 sq ft	$550 – $1,400	10×12 in Jackson
10×14	140 sq ft	$600 – $1,500	10×14 in Jackson
10×16	160 sq ft	$650 – $1,700	10×16 in Jackson
12×16	192 sq ft	$750 – $1,900	12×16 in Jackson
12×20	240 sq ft	$850 – $2,200	12×20 in Jackson
12×24	288 sq ft	$950 – $2,500	12×24 in Jackson
12×32	384 sq ft	$1,100 – $3,000	12×32 in Jackson
14×24	336 sq ft	$1,200 – $3,200	14×24 in Jackson
14×32	448 sq ft	$1,400 – $3,600	14×32 in Jackson
16×32	512 sq ft	$1,600 – $4,000	16×32 in Jackson
16×40	640 sq ft	$1,900 – $4,500	16×40 in Jackson

Cost by distance from Jackson

Distance is the single biggest price driver after size. These bands assume a mid-size (10x12–12x16) building.

Same-town move in Jackson (under 15 mi) Single trip, good driveway access, no permit in most cases. $450 – $950 Across the Jackson metro (15–40 mi) Typical local haul here runs 15–45 miles. $650 – $1,400 Regional Mississippi move (40–150 mi) Longer drive time, more likely to need an oversize permit. $1,100 – $2,400 Long distance (150+ mi) Priced per loaded mile, plus permits and escorts where required. $2,000 – $4,500+

Haulers working Jackson typically route via I-220, I-55, I-20 and US-49. Wet winters and spring; late summer and fall are the firmest.

Permit costs for a Jackson shed move

Mississippi treats a shed on a trailer as an oversize load once it exceeds 8'6" wide or 13'6" tall. Permits come from the Mississippi DOT and generally run $10–$100 per single-trip move. Single escort above 12' wide. Escort vehicles, when required, typically add $250–$600 per day on top of the haul price.

In Jackson specifically: City of Jackson permitting with the Mississippi DOT permit. Yazoo clay shifts and holds water — pad prep matters more here than in most markets.

Your hauler pulls the permits and folds the cost into the bid, so the quotes you compare on MoveYourShed are the all-in number. See full Mississippi permit rules.

What raises or lowers your Jackson quote

Site access

Gate width, slope, soft ground, and overhead lines at both ends. Mississippi crews price extra time for Gulf-coast humidity and flood-zone elevation work.

Foundation and blocking

Re-leveling on new blocks or a gravel pad is usually included; a new concrete pad is not.

Disassembly

Sheds wider than the legal limit may need the roof removed or be moved in sections, which adds labor.

Scheduling

Wet winters and spring; late summer and fall are the firmest

Backhaul luck

Haulers already running near Jackson bid lower to fill empty miles — posting early exposes your job to more of them.

Number of bids

Comparing three or more bids on the same job is the most reliable way to bring the price down.

Jackson shed moving cost FAQ

How much does it cost to move a shed in Jackson?

Most Jackson homeowners pay $500–$1,500 for a local shed move in 2026. Small sheds (8x10 and under) run $300–$800, mid-size buildings (10x12–12x16) run $800–$1,500, and 12x20 or larger buildings run $1,500–$3,000. Jackson is a mid-size city, so pricing sits about 0% above the national baseline.

What affects shed moving cost in Jackson?

Distance, shed size and weight, site access at both ends, and permits. In Mississippi the biggest local factors are Gulf-coast humidity and flood-zone elevation work, plus yazoo clay shifts and holds water — pad prep matters more here than in most markets.

Do I need a permit to move a shed in Jackson, MS?

Mississippi requires an oversize permit once a load exceeds 8'6" wide or 13'6" tall. Permits are issued by the Mississippi DOT and typically cost $10–$100 for a single-trip shed move. Single escort above 12' wide. Locally, City of Jackson permitting with the Mississippi DOT permit.

Is it cheaper to move a shed or buy a new one in Jackson?

A local move in Jackson usually costs $500–$1,500, while a comparable new building often runs several thousand dollars. Moving is almost always cheaper unless the shed is structurally unsound or the haul distance is long.

How do I get an exact price for my Jackson shed move?

Post your move on MoveYourShed with the shed size, both addresses, and access notes. Local haulers who already run Jackson send free bids so you can compare real prices instead of estimates.

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