--- title: Moving from Nevada to Rhode Island | O'Brien's Moving url: https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/nevada-to-rhode-island/ 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 Rhode Island # Moving from Nevada to Rhode Island Rhode Island gives new residents 30 days to title and register a vehicle and 30 days to get a Rhode Island license, with income tax rates that top out at 5.99 percent and a 7 percent sales tax. O'Brien's books your move from Sparks and the Bekins network carries it to Rhode Island. 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/) ## Rhode Island and Nevada at a glance - Moved into Washoe County from Rhode Island, per year about 48 - State capital Providence - State individual income tax collected, FY2024 $1,593,218 thousand - Median household income (state) $87,796 - Median rent (state) $1,342 - Register a car after moving to Rhode Island within 30 days (Rhode Island DMV - Moving into RI from Out of State) - Get a Rhode Island driver license after moving within 30 days (Rhode Island DMV - Out of State Transfers (cites RIGL 31-10-1)) - State income tax, top rate 5.99% (RI Division of Taxation Advisory ADV 2025-22 (Nov 3, 2025)) - State sales tax, base rate 7% (RI Division of Taxation - Sales & 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); [Rhode Island DMV - Moving into RI from Out of State](https://dmv.ri.gov/registrations-plates-titles/registration/moving-ri-out-state); [Rhode Island DMV - Out of State Transfers (cites RIGL 31-10-1)](https://dmv.ri.gov/licenses-permits-ids/drivers-licenses/out-statecountry-transfers); [RI Division of Taxation Advisory ADV 2025-22 (Nov 3, 2025)](https://tax.ri.gov/sites/g/files/xkgbur541/files/2025-11/ADV_2025_22_Inflation_Adjustments.pdf); [RI Division of Taxation - Sales & Use Tax](https://tax.ri.gov/tax-sections/sales-excise-taxes/sales-use-tax). Rhode Island is the smallest state by area and about as far from a Sparks warehouse as the lower 48 allow, which makes planning matter more than any map. The rates and deadlines below come from its DMV and Division of Taxation. ## Thirty days at the Rhode Island DMV The Rhode Island DMV tells people moving in from another state to title and register their vehicle within 30 days, and to obtain a Rhode Island operator's license within 30 days of moving and establishing residency. Check the DMV site directly for the current document list before your first visit. Pack the paperwork where you can reach it: the Nevada title, your registration, proof of insurance and a lease or closing statement that proves the new address. ## Rhode Island's tax schedule Nevada collects no state personal income tax. Rhode Island's uniform schedule for tax year 2026 charges 3.75 percent up to $82,050, 4.75 percent from $82,050 to $186,450, and $8,035.88 plus 5.99 percent above that. Most households live in the first two bands. The sales tax is 7 percent, a single statewide rate with no general local sales tax added on top. Rhode Island does have a separate local meals and beverage tax and a hotel tax. Compare that with Nevada's 6.85 percent statewide minimum. ## A cross-country booking Shipping from Northern Nevada to New England is a long-distance, weight-priced move. You book with O'Brien's, an estimator writes an itemized written estimate at your door, and the Bekins network carries the load. The estimate sets your delivery window in writing. Tell the estimator what the destination looks like, including stairs and entries, so the plan fits the new home. More on the process is in [how an interstate move works](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/how-interstate-moves-work/). ## Holding things in Sparks If your Rhode Island lease starts later than your Nevada one ends, wooden vaults in our Sparks warehouse hold the household from $40 per month. Ship with about 2 to 3 weeks notice. The in-home estimate includes 10 free heavy-duty boxes you keep. Start with the [free estimate](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/free-estimate/). ### Sources (checked October 18, 2026) - [Rhode Island DMV, moving to Rhode Island with a vehicle](https://dmv.ri.gov/registrations-plates-titles/registration/moving-ri-out-state) - [Rhode Island DMV, out-of-state license transfers](https://dmv.ri.gov/licenses-permits-ids/drivers-licenses/out-statecountry-transfers) - [Rhode Island Division of Taxation, sales and use tax](https://tax.ri.gov/tax-sections/sales-excise-taxes/sales-use-tax) ### 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 Rhode Island](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/from-rhode-island/) - [Moving between Reno and The East, South and Midwest](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/east-and-midwest/) - [Short-term storage between homes (storage in transit)](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/full-service-storage/storage-between-moves/) 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 Rhode Island - [Moving to Reno from Rhode Island](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/from-rhode-island/) - [Long-distance moving as a Bekins agent](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/) - [Moving from Providence to Reno](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/providence-to-reno/) - [Moving from Reno to Providence](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/reno-to-providence/) Answers ## Moving from Nevada to Rhode Island 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 many days do I have to register in Rhode Island? The DMV says 30 days after moving to Rhode Island. ### What is Rhode Island's top income tax rate? 5.99 percent on income above $186,450 in the 2026 schedule. ### What is the sales tax in Rhode Island? 7 percent, with no general local sales tax. ### Can I store my things in Nevada first? Yes. Vault storage in Sparks starts from $40 per month. ## 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) E Edward G. September 14, 2025 James and the crew were terrific. 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. ## 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