--- title: Moving from Nevada to New Mexico | O'Brien's Moving url: https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/nevada-to-new-mexico/ 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 New Mexico # Moving from Nevada to New Mexico New Mexico publishes no day count for a new resident's registration or license, and its top income tax rate is 5.9 percent. About 898 people moved from Nevada to New Mexico in the Census 2024 survey, and roughly 146 Washoe County residents a year moved there in the 2016 to 2020 county data. 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/) ## New Mexico and Nevada at a glance - Moved from New Mexico to Nevada in 2024 about 1,320 - Moved from Nevada to New Mexico in 2024 about 898 - Moved into Washoe County from New Mexico, per year about 129 - State capital Santa Fe - State individual income tax collected, FY2024 $2,171,700 thousand - Median household income (state) $64,059 - Median rent (state) $1,067 - State income tax, top rate 5.9% (NM Taxation and Revenue Department bill analysis (HB-93, Jan 27 2026), hosted on nmlegis.gov) - State sales tax, base rate 4.875% (NM Taxation and Revenue Department - GRT Filer's Kit (July 2023)) 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); [NM MVD Vehicle Procedures Manual, Chapter 2](https://www.mvd.newmexico.gov/chapter-2-title-and-registration-general-information/); [NM MVD - Driver's Licenses & IDs](https://www.mvd.newmexico.gov/nm-drivers-licenses-ids/drivers-license/); [NM Taxation and Revenue Department bill analysis (HB-93, Jan 27 2026), hosted on nmlegis.gov](https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/26%20Regular/AgencyAnalysis/HB0093_333.pdf); [NM Taxation and Revenue Department - GRT Filer's Kit (July 2023)](https://www.tax.newmexico.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/July-2023_GRT-Filers-Kit.pdf). New Mexico is the state in this series where the paperwork rules are the hardest to boil down to a number. The Motor Vehicle Division speaks in terms of residency rather than days, and the state taxes sales through a gross receipts tax rather than a sales tax. This page reports what the state's own pages say, and leaves a figure out where they give none. ## Residency, not a day count The New Mexico Motor Vehicle Division says that once you have established residency in New Mexico you are required to surrender your license from any other state and apply for a New Mexico license. For vehicles, its procedures manual lets a nonresident owner with current out-of-state plates use a vehicle in the state for a limited period. Neither rule is a published deadline for a new resident, so no deadline is printed here. The practical advice is to ask the MVD, or visit a field office, in your first week, with your Nevada title, proof of insurance and proof of address in hand. ## Income tax and gross receipts tax New Mexico's personal income tax brackets top out at 5.9 percent, according to the Taxation and Revenue Department's current table. Instead of a sales tax, New Mexico levies a gross receipts tax on businesses, which is usually passed through to customers, and the state portion of the rate is 4.875 percent. Local governments add to it, so the rate at the register depends on the town. Nevada has no state personal income tax, so New Mexico withholding is new. A tax professional can explain how a part-year return applies to your move date. ## Housing and household income In the Census American Community Survey, New Mexico's median household income is 64,059 dollars, its median gross rent is 1,067 dollars a month and its median home value is 248,100 dollars. Santa Fe is the capital. The Albuquerque area is the usual destination, and [Reno to Albuquerque](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/reno-to-albuquerque/) gives the miles, the passes and the numbers at both ends. ## How the move works You book with O'Brien's in Sparks. A free in-home estimate prices the move by weight and includes 10 free heavy-duty boxes. Packing and loading happen in Northern Nevada, and the Bekins network carries your goods to New Mexico. Your written estimate sets the delivery window. Ask your estimator about any special items, such as pianos or large glass pieces, and read the [moving inventory guide](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-inventory/) so high-value items are listed on the inventory. ## Dry air and old wood Northern Nevada and New Mexico both have dry air, but wood furniture can still move when the humidity changes. Give wood pieces and instruments a few days indoors before you judge them. If the New Mexico home is not ready, [storage between homes](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/full-service-storage/storage-between-moves/) holds furniture in the Sparks warehouse. ### Sources (checked October 18, 2026) - [New Mexico MVD, vehicle procedures manual chapter 2](https://www.mvd.newmexico.gov/chapter-2-title-and-registration-general-information/) - [New Mexico MVD, driver's licenses and IDs](https://www.mvd.newmexico.gov/nm-drivers-licenses-ids/drivers-license/) - [New Mexico Legislature, income tax brackets](https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/26%20Regular/AgencyAnalysis/HB0093_333.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 New Mexico](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/from-new-mexico/) - [Moving out of Nevada: state-by-state guides](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/moving-out-of-nevada/) - [Moving from Reno to Albuquerque](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/reno-to-albuquerque/) 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 New Mexico - [Moving to Reno from New Mexico](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/from-new-mexico/) - [Long-distance moving as a Bekins agent](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/) - [Moving from Albuquerque to Reno](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/albuquerque-to-reno/) - [Moving from Reno to Albuquerque](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/reno-to-albuquerque/) Answers ## Moving from Nevada to New Mexico 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 New Mexico? The New Mexico MVD does not publish a day count for new-resident registration, so none is given here. Contact an MVD field office in your first week. ### How long do I have to get a New Mexico license? The MVD says that once you establish residency you must surrender any other state's license and apply for a New Mexico license; it gives no number of days. ### What is New Mexico's income tax? The top personal income tax rate is 5.9 percent. The state portion of the gross receipts tax is 4.875 percent. ### Does O'Brien's move people to New Mexico? Yes. You book in Sparks, packing and loading happen in Northern Nevada and the Bekins network carries the shipment. The 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) 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