--- title: Moving from Nevada to Maine | O'Brien's Moving url: https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/nevada-to-maine/ 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 Maine # Moving from Nevada to Maine Maine gives new residents 30 days to register a vehicle and 30 days to get a Maine license, and its top income tax rate for 2026 is 7.15 percent. About 144 people moved from Nevada to Maine in the Census 2024 survey, a thin and uneven flow across the width of the country. 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/) ## Maine and Nevada at a glance - Moved from Nevada to Maine in 2024 about 144 - Moved into Washoe County from Maine, per year about 82 - State capital Augusta - State individual income tax collected, FY2024 $2,398,949 thousand - Median household income (state) $74,733 - Median rent (state) $1,139 - Register a car after moving to Maine within 30 days (29-A M.R.S. Sec. 351(1-A) (Maine Legislature)) - Get a Maine driver license after moving within 30 days (Maine Secretary of State BMV - I Moved to/from a Different State) - State income tax, top rate 7.15% (Maine Revenue Services - 2026 Individual Income Tax Rate Schedules) - State sales tax, base rate 5.5% (Maine.gov - Residents: Taxes & Finances (36 M.R.S. Sec. 1811)) 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); [29-A M.R.S. Sec. 351(1-A) (Maine Legislature)](https://legislature.maine.gov/statutes/29-A/title29-Asec351.html); [Maine Secretary of State BMV - I Moved to/from a Different State](https://www.maine.gov/sos/bmv/driver-licenses-and-ids/i-moved-to-from-a-different-state); [Maine Revenue Services - 2026 Individual Income Tax Rate Schedules](https://www.maine.gov/revenue/sites/maine.gov.revenue/files/2026-05/ind_tax_rate_sched_2026_rev.pdf); [Maine.gov - Residents: Taxes & Finances (36 M.R.S. Sec. 1811)](https://www.maine.gov/portal/residents/tax_finance.html). Maine is a long way from the Truckee Meadows, and the tax difference is the part most Nevada households feel first. Nevada has no state personal income tax; Maine runs three brackets. The facts below come from Maine's legislature, Bureau of Motor Vehicles and Revenue Services, so you can plan the first 30 days before the shipment leaves. ## What Maine requires in the first 30 days Maine's motor vehicle statute says an owner who becomes a resident must register the vehicle in the state within 30 days of establishing residency, and the Bureau of Motor Vehicles tells new residents to obtain a Maine license within 30 days of becoming a resident. The clock starts at residency, which is usually the day you move in or sign a lease, not the day the van is loaded. Bring your Nevada title or registration, proof of address and your current license to the first visit. Keep that folder with you in the car; the truck is the wrong place for papers you need in week one. ## Maine's income tax, bracket by bracket Maine Revenue Services publishes 2026 individual rates of 5.8 percent, 6.75 percent and 7.15 percent. The state sales tax is 5.5 percent. For a household coming from Nevada, where wages carry no state income tax, the 7.15 percent top rate is the most visible change in take-home pay, though the lower brackets apply to the first slices of income. Whether a part-year Maine return applies depends on your move date and your income, so ask a tax professional rather than guessing. Our [moving expenses and taxes guide](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-expenses-and-taxes/) explains the federal side. ## Housing and household income in Maine The Census American Community Survey lists Maine's median household income at 74,733 dollars, its median gross rent at 1,139 dollars a month and its median home value at 296,600 dollars. About a quarter of Maine households rent, and the statewide median age is 44.8. Those are statewide medians. Augusta is the capital, but coastal and inland markets differ a great deal, so compare the specific town you are considering before you set a housing budget. ## A move of this distance, handled in two ends Leaving Northern Nevada, O'Brien's does the estimate, the packing and the loading, and the Bekins network carries your household goods east. You book with O'Brien's in Sparks; your written estimate sets the delivery window, and a free in-home estimate comes with 10 free heavy-duty boxes you keep. Because Maine is far from Nevada, closings and lease start dates seldom match the shipment. Short-term goods storage in the Sparks warehouse, described in [storage between homes](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/full-service-storage/storage-between-moves/), holds a shipment until you are ready for it. Read [released value versus full value protection](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/valuation-released-vs-full-value/) before you choose coverage for a cross-country shipment. ## Planning checklist Start with the [long-distance moving checklist](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/long-distance-moving-checklist/), then sort what ships, what sells and what stays. Winter coats and boots are worth keeping in your own car if your arrival falls in the cold months. Update your mailing address with the [change-of-address checklist](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/change-of-address-checklist/) a few weeks ahead. ### Sources (checked October 18, 2026) - [Maine Legislature, 29-A M.R.S. Sec. 351](https://legislature.maine.gov/statutes/29-A/title29-Asec351.html) - [Maine Bureau of Motor Vehicles, moving to Maine](https://www.maine.gov/sos/bmv/driver-licenses-and-ids/i-moved-to-from-a-different-state) - [Maine Revenue Services, 2026 individual rate schedules](https://www.maine.gov/revenue/sites/maine.gov.revenue/files/2026-05/ind_tax_rate_sched_2026_rev.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 Maine](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/from-maine/) - [Moving out of Nevada: state-by-state guides](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/moving-out-of-nevada/) - [Free in-home moving estimate (plus 10 free heavy-duty boxes)](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/free-estimate/) 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 Maine - [Moving to Reno from Maine](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/from-maine/) - [Long-distance moving as a Bekins agent](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/) Answers ## Moving from Nevada to Maine 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 Maine? Maine's statute, 29-A M.R.S. Sec. 351, says an owner who becomes a resident must register the vehicle in the state within 30 days of establishing residency. ### How long do I have to get a Maine license? The Maine Bureau of Motor Vehicles says you must obtain a new Maine license within 30 days of becoming a resident. ### What is Maine's income tax rate? For 2026 the rates are 5.8, 6.75 and 7.15 percent by bracket, according to Maine Revenue Services. Nevada has no state personal income tax. ### Does O'Brien's move people to Maine? Yes. You book the move with O'Brien's in Sparks, packing and loading happen in Northern Nevada, and the Bekins network carries the shipment. Your written estimate sets the delivery window. ## 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) N Nicole B. June 25, 2025 The crew worked extremely hard and treated our belongings with care. Customer service was outstanding leading up to, during, and after move. Thank you! C Charles C. May 31, 2025 Great company, I'd highly recommend for any move!!! ### Owner's reply Charles, It was a pleasure working with you on your moves. We hope your trip is amazing and if you ever come back our way, we will be happy to help. Thank you for taking time out of your busy schedule to complete this review on our behalf. N Nadine K. May 15, 2025 The guys were very friendly and hard working. Would definitely use them again! ### Owner's reply Nadine, We are pleased you chose us for your move, it was a pleasure working with you! We are extremely happy the move was a success. ## 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