--- title: Moving From Nevada to Connecticut | O'Brien's Moving url: https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/nevada-to-connecticut/ business: O'Brien's Moving & Storage address: 2277 Glendale Ave, Sparks, NV 89431 phone: 775-359-6683 (toll-free 1-800-253-7814) hours: Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm licenses: U.S. DOT No. 30611, MC-109375, Nevada CPCN 1070; interstate agent for Bekins Van Lines since 1955 type: Moving and storage company, family owned since 1941 --- - [Home](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/) - [Long-distance moving as a Bekins agent](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/) - Moving from Nevada to Connecticut # Moving From Nevada to Connecticut Connecticut gives new residents 90 days to transfer both a driver's license and a vehicle registration, and its top income tax rate is 6.99 percent. The state sales tax is 6.35 percent with no local sales tax added on top. or call [775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683) [4.3 on Google · 71 reviews](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/reviews/) Family owned since 1941 [U.S. DOT No. 30611](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/about/licenses-and-authority/) ## Connecticut and Nevada at a glance - Moved from Connecticut to Nevada in 2024 about 832 - Moved from Nevada to Connecticut in 2024 about 893 - State capital Hartford - State individual income tax collected, FY2024 $10,034,028 thousand - Median household income (state) $95,781 - Median rent (state) $1,488 - Register a car after moving to Connecticut within 90 days (Connecticut DMV - Transfer out-of-state registration) - Get a Connecticut driver license after moving within 90 days (Connecticut DMV - Transfer Your Out-of-State License to CT) - State income tax, top rate 6.99% (Connecticut Department of Revenue Services - 2025 CT-1040 instructions) - State sales tax, base rate 6.35% (Connecticut DRS - Sales and Use Tax Information) Data: [U.S. Census Bureau, State-to-State Migration Flows (ACS 1-year 2024)](https://www.census.gov/topics/population/migration/guidance/state-to-state-migration-flows.html); [U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2018-2022 state-to-county migration flows](https://www.census.gov/topics/population/migration/guidance/county-to-county-migration-flows.html); [U.S. Census Bureau, Annual Survey of State Government Tax Collections, FY2024](https://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/stc.html); [U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates](https://www.census.gov/data/developers/data-sets/acs-5year.html); [Connecticut DMV - Transfer out-of-state registration](https://portal.ct.gov/dmv/vehicle-services/transfer-registration-ct); [Connecticut DMV - Transfer Your Out-of-State License to CT](https://portal.ct.gov/dmv/licenses-permits-ids/transfer-out-of-state-license); [Connecticut Department of Revenue Services - 2025 CT-1040 instructions](https://portal.ct.gov/-/media/drs/forms/2025/income/2025-ct-1040-instructions_1225.pdf); [Connecticut DRS - Sales and Use Tax Information](https://portal.ct.gov/drs/sales-tax/tax-information). Connecticut sits on the far side of the country from Sparks, and the Census shows a nearly even exchange: about 893 people moved from Nevada to Connecticut in 2024 and about 832 moved the other way. The details below come from Connecticut's own agencies. ## Ninety days for license and registration The Connecticut DMV says that once you establish residency you have 90 days to transfer your vehicle registration, and 90 days to transfer an out-of-state license. Older DMV pages still show 60 days, so confirm at the DMV before you plan around the longer window. Bring your Nevada license, title or registration, proof of insurance and proof of address to the DMV. Connecticut treats a commercial license on a different, shorter clock. ## Taxes: seven brackets Connecticut's 2025 income tax runs through seven brackets from 3.0 percent to a top marginal rate of 6.99 percent. The Department of Revenue Services sets the sales and use tax at 6.35 percent and says no local jurisdiction adds another. Nevada has no state personal income tax. For a household with a Connecticut salary, the new state income tax is a real part of the budget, so run the numbers before choosing between towns. ## What the neighborhood data shows Connecticut's ACS median household income is 95,781 dollars, its median home value is 366,900 dollars and its median gross rent is 1,488 dollars a month. The county flow data shows almost no measured movement from Washoe County to Connecticut, so most Nevadans heading there come from other parts of the state. Hartford is the largest metro, with its own page at [Reno to Hartford](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/reno-to-hartford/). ## How the move works O'Brien's books the move at your Nevada home and coordinates the long trip east through the Bekins network. An estimator comes out for a free, no-obligation estimate with 10 free heavy-duty boxes, and every estimate is itemized and in writing. Your written estimate sets the delivery window. New England streets and older homes can be narrow, so tell the estimator about stairs, tight driveways and anything fragile. Full packing, partial packing and custom crating are all part of our service, and storage in Sparks can hold goods if your closing slips. ### Sources (checked October 18, 2026) - [Connecticut DMV - Transfer out-of-state registration](https://portal.ct.gov/dmv/vehicle-services/transfer-registration-ct) - [Connecticut DMV - Transfer Your Out-of-State License to CT](https://portal.ct.gov/dmv/licenses-permits-ids/transfer-out-of-state-license) - [Connecticut Department of Revenue Services - 2025 CT-1040 instructions](https://portal.ct.gov/-/media/drs/forms/2025/income/2025-ct-1040-instructions_1225.pdf) - [U.S. Census Bureau, State-to-State Migration Flows](https://www.census.gov/topics/population/migration/guidance/state-to-state-migration-flows.html) ### Licensed movers U.S. DOT No. 30611 MC-109375 Nevada CPCN 1070 Cal PUC T-90973 (as published by O'Brien's) Bekins Van Lines interstate agent since 1955 [Check our USDOT record](https://safer.fmcsa.dot.gov/query.asp?searchtype=ANY&query_type=queryCarrierSnapshot&query_param=USDOT&query_string=30611) · [Ready to Move? (FMCSA)](https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/sites/fmcsa.dot.gov/files/ReadytoMoveBrochure_2022Update.pdf) [Licenses and authority](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/about/licenses-and-authority/) ### Visit or call the office 2277 Glendale Ave, Sparks, NV 89431 [775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683) | Monday to Friday | 8:00 am to 5:00 pm | | --- | --- | | Saturday and Sunday | Closed | [Get my free estimate](#estimate) ### Related - [Moving to Reno from Connecticut](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/from-connecticut/) - [Moving from Reno to Hartford](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/reno-to-hartford/) - [Moving between Reno and The East, South and Midwest](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/east-and-midwest/) - [Moving out of Nevada: state-by-state guides](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/moving-out-of-nevada/) Route lookup ## How far is the drive? ### How far is your move? Where are you moving from (or to)? Your city Sparks, NV Interstate moves travel on the Bekins Van Lines network; O'Brien's has been a Bekins agent since 1955. [Get a long-distance estimate](#estimate)[See the route guide](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/) Popular: [Sacramento](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/sacramento-to-reno/) [Las Vegas](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/reno-to-las-vegas/) [Boise](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/reno-to-boise/) [Phoenix](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/reno-to-phoenix/) [Portland](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/reno-to-portland/) Bekins Van Lines network ## How a long-distance move works with a Bekins agent O'Brien's Moving & Storage has been an agent for Bekins Van Lines since 1955. On an interstate move the Bekins network carries your shipment under the van line's interstate system; O'Brien's books the move in either direction. Leaving Northern Nevada, we give the free in-home estimate, pack, store in our Sparks warehouse if you need it, and load. Moving here from another state, you book with us and we coordinate the move from your origin through the Bekins network, then handle delivery, unpacking and storage in Sparks. Your written estimate sets the delivery window. [What being a Bekins agent means](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/about/bekins-agent/). Your rights on an interstate move ## Federal booklets every interstate mover must give you - [Ready to Move? Tips for a Successful Interstate Move](https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/sites/fmcsa.dot.gov/files/ReadytoMoveBrochure_2022Update.pdf) (FMCSA) - [Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move](https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/sites/fmcsa.dot.gov/files/2023-10/FMCSA_R%26R_Handbook_Web_v1.pdf) (FMCSA) - [Protect Your Move](https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/protect-your-move): check any mover's USDOT number. Ours is U.S. DOT No. 30611. Next ## Routes and guides for Connecticut - [Moving to Reno from Connecticut](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/from-connecticut/) - [Long-distance moving as a Bekins agent](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/) - [Moving from Hartford to Reno](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/hartford-to-reno/) - [Moving from Reno to Hartford](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/reno-to-hartford/) Answers ## Moving from Nevada to Connecticut questions Still have a question? Call [775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683), Mon-Fri 8-5, or see the [moving FAQ](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/). ### How long do I have to register a car in Connecticut? The Connecticut DMV says 90 days after you establish residency. ### What is Connecticut's top income tax rate? 6.99 percent on the highest bracket, according to the 2025 CT-1040 instructions. ### Does Connecticut add a local sales tax? No. The Department of Revenue Services says no additional sales taxes are imposed by local jurisdictions; the statewide rate is 6.35 percent. ## 4.3 stars from 71 Google reviews What customers say about O'Brien's [Read more reviews](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/reviews/)[See them on Google](https://maps.google.com/maps?cid=17335326057105140938) D Debbie G. October 17, 2025 Both movers were courteous, efficient and very carful with my furniture. Also, talking with Janet over the phone was a pleasure. L Laurie I. September 28, 2025 The two employees showed up on time and were very polite and ready to work. Our quote was 8 hours and they finished in 5 hours. Office staff checked in prior to move and confirmed all details and check in after move to make sure everything was taken care of. Would use this company again for sure! ### Owner's reply Laurie, Thank you for the awesome review! We are glad to hear everything went smoothly, and you were satisfied with the service. We want to also thank you for your business we appreciate you! E Edward G. September 14, 2025 James and the crew were terrific. ## Get a long-distance estimate Tell us where you are going. The estimate for a long-distance move starts with a survey of your Reno-area home. Rather talk? [Call 775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683) Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm Our estimators: Sean, Luke, Christa and Janet. 2277 Glendale Ave Sparks, NV 89431 [4.3 on Google · 71 reviews](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/reviews/) Family owned since 1941 U.S. DOT No. 30611 · MC-109375 · Nevada CPCN 1070