--- title: Moving from Nevada to North Dakota | O'Brien's Moving url: https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/nevada-to-north-dakota/ 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 North Dakota # Moving from Nevada to North Dakota North Dakota lets a new resident use an out-of-state non-commercial license for 60 days, and its top income tax rate is 2.5 percent. About 165 people moved from Nevada to North Dakota in the Census 2024 survey, far fewer than the 880 estimated to have come the other way. 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/) ## North Dakota and Nevada at a glance - Moved from North Dakota to Nevada in 2024 about 880 - Moved from Nevada to North Dakota in 2024 about 165 - Moved into Washoe County from North Dakota, per year about 12 - State capital Bismarck - State individual income tax collected, FY2024 $356,475 thousand - Median household income (state) $76,657 - Median rent (state) $954 - Get a North Dakota driver license after moving within 60 days (North Dakota Highway Patrol - How long do I have to obtain a North Dakota driver's license?) - State income tax, top rate 2.5% (ND Office of State Tax Commissioner - Individual Income Tax) - State sales tax, base rate 5% (ND Office of State Tax Commissioner - Sales and Use Tax) 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); [North Dakota Highway Patrol - How long do I have to register my vehicle in North Dakota?](https://www.statepatrol.nd.gov/); [North Dakota Highway Patrol - How long do I have to obtain a North Dakota driver's license?](https://www.statepatrol.nd.gov/); [ND Office of State Tax Commissioner - Individual Income Tax](https://www.tax.nd.gov/individual-income-tax); [ND Office of State Tax Commissioner - Sales and Use Tax](https://www.tax.nd.gov/sales-and-use-tax). North Dakota has a top income tax rate of 2.5 percent and the smallest population of any state in this series. The paperwork has a twist: registration is due when residency begins or when you take a job, not after a grace period. The details come from the Highway Patrol, the Department of Transportation and the tax department. ## Registration on residency or employment The North Dakota Highway Patrol says vehicles must be registered when residency is established or when employment is accepted, whichever occurs first. The state publishes no grace period in days for registration, so none is given here. For a license, the Highway Patrol says a non-commercial license from another state can be used for 60 days after you become a resident. Bring your Nevada title, proof of insurance and proof of your North Dakota address. Commercial license holders follow a different window, so check the Highway Patrol page. ## A low top rate For tax year 2025, the North Dakota Tax Department lists a single-filer rate of zero up to 48,475 dollars, 1.95 percent up to 244,825 dollars and 2.5 percent above it. The state sales tax is 5 percent for most retail sales, and cities add their own. Nevada has no state personal income tax, so North Dakota withholding is new, though small for most households. A tax professional can explain a part-year return. ## Housing and income The Census American Community Survey lists North Dakota's median household income at 76,657 dollars, its median gross rent at 954 dollars a month and its median home value at 249,900 dollars. About 37 percent of households rent, and the median age is 35.9, the youngest in this series. Bismarck is the capital; the Census county series counts about 14 Washoe County residents a year moving to North Dakota, with a very wide margin. ## From Sparks to the Northern Plains 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 take place in Northern Nevada, and the Bekins network carries the goods to North Dakota. Your written estimate sets the delivery window. North Dakota winters are long and snowy, so a winter delivery calls for a cleared drive and parking space. Read [moving-day tips from a family mover](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-day-tips/) and plan the [first-night box](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/first-night-box/) as the one thing that rides with you. ## If the house is not ready Seasonal timing can leave a gap. [Long-term household storage](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/full-service-storage/long-term-storage/) in Sparks holds your goods until the North Dakota address is ready, and the [long-distance checklist](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/long-distance-moving-checklist/) helps with the rest. ### Sources (checked October 18, 2026) - [North Dakota Highway Patrol, registering a vehicle](https://www.statepatrol.nd.gov/) - [North Dakota Tax Department, individual income tax](https://www.tax.nd.gov/individual-income-tax) - [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 North Dakota](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/from-north-dakota/) - [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 North Dakota - [Moving to Reno from North Dakota](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/from-north-dakota/) - [Long-distance moving as a Bekins agent](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/) Answers ## Moving from Nevada to North Dakota 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/). ### When must I register a car in North Dakota? The Highway Patrol says vehicles must be registered when residency is established or employment is accepted, whichever occurs first. ### How long can I use my Nevada license in North Dakota? A non-commercial license from another state can be used for 60 days after you become a North Dakota resident. ### What is North Dakota's top income tax rate? 2.5 percent on single-filer income above 244,825 dollars for tax year 2025. ### Does O'Brien's move people to North Dakota? 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) R Robert B. June 22, 2026 The movers were very professional and took care of my stuff there were no worries and stress free amazing job. J Janet M. May 16, 2026 I was so impressed with the way the crew handled and packed each piece of furniture for short term storage. They were polite and professional. I would highly recommend them to anyone planning a move. ### Owner's reply Janet we are so glad to hear that your move was a great success and we sincerely appreciate you providing us with this wonderful review. We will continue to provide you with the best service as we move forward. J Judy H. April 7, 2026 I was so satisfied and impressed with O'Brien. My move went perfectly. If I have another move, it will be O'Brien for sure!! ### Owner's reply WE ARE THRILLED TO HEAR THE MOVE WENT SO WELL!!!! Thank you so much for taking time out of your day to let us know. ## 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