--- title: Moving from Reno to Boise | O'Brien's Moving url: https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/reno-to-boise/ 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/) - [Long-distance routes to and from Reno](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/) - Moving from Reno to Boise # Moving from Reno to Boise Reno to Boise is about 418 road miles, roughly 7 h 36 min of free-flow driving over US 95 and I-80. O'Brien's moves it as a Bekins Van Lines agent (U.S. DOT No. 30611) from the Sparks warehouse. 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/) Reno-Sparks Boise City, ID 418 miles by road - Driving time (free-flow) about 7 h 34 min - Days behind the wheel at 500 miles a day 1 - Main roads US 95, I-80, ID 55 **Both ends of the move (Census ACS 2020-2024; NOAA normals 1991-2020)** | Measure | Boise City, ID | Reno-Sparks | | --- | --- | --- | | Median household income | $85,987 | $87,485 | | Median gross rent | $1,487 | $1,592 | | Median home value | $468,900 | $502,300 | | January average high | 39 F | 48 F | | July average high | 93 F | 94 F | | Snow in a normal year | 17.6 in | 20.9 in | - Moved from Idaho to Nevada (2024) about 2,150 - Moved from Nevada to Idaho (2024) about 3,270 - Moved into Washoe County from Ada County, Idaho, Canyon County, Idaho, Owyhee County, Idaho, per year about 70 - Moved from Washoe County to them, per year about 257 Data (read 2026-10-19): [OSRM routing on OpenStreetMap data, free-flow drive from 2277 Glendale Ave, Sparks](https://project-osrm.org/); [U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates](https://www.census.gov/data/developers/data-sets/acs-5year.html); [NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020](https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/products/land-based-station/us-climate-normals); [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 county-to-county migration flows 2016-2020](https://www.census.gov/topics/population/migration/guidance/county-to-county-migration-flows.html). Boise is a one-day drive for many households and a very different state to pay taxes in. Idaho is one of the few places on the route list where the move changes income tax, sales tax and winter all at once, and the Census figures describe a city with moderate rents and a steady stream of Nevadans. ## Idaho's 30-day deadlines The Idaho Transportation Department's New to Idaho page says you must title and register your vehicle within 30 days of moving to Idaho, even if the out-of-state registration has not expired. The ITD driver handbook gives the same 30 days to apply for an Idaho driver license. Older ITD fact sheets mention 90 days, which is the period the agency uses to define residency. The current guidance is the 30-day figure, so plan the DMV visit for the first month. ## Income and sales tax The Idaho State Tax Commission's rate schedule lists a flat 5.3 percent income tax above a small zero-rate band, and a 6 percent sales and use tax. Nevada has no individual income tax and a 6.85 percent statewide minimum sales tax, so the Boise paycheck changes while the register total stays similar. Some Idaho resort towns add local option taxes. ## Boise winters and summers NOAA's normals for the Boise Air Terminal show a January high of 38.8 degrees and a low of 25.5, a July high of 92.7 and a low of 61.9, with 11.51 inches of precipitation and 17.6 inches of snow a year. Boise is drier than Portland and colder in January than Sacramento, similar in many ways to Reno. The mix of cold nights and snow means winter delivery is planned with the forecast in mind, and your written estimate sets the window. ## Housing in the Treasure Valley The ACS lists Boise City at 237,242 residents with a median household income of $83,904, median gross rent of $1,446 and a median home value of $484,800. Renters are 36.8 percent of households. Across the Boise City metro the median home value is $468,900 and median rent $1,487. Census flows from 2016-2020 show about 257 people a year moving from Washoe County to the Ada, Canyon and Owyhee county area, and the other direction is smaller than its margin of error, so people move both ways. ## How the move works with O'Brien's You book the move with O'Brien's in Sparks. The free in-home estimate is itemized and in writing, and it comes with 10 free heavy-duty boxes that are yours to keep. We coordinate the move through the Bekins Van Lines network. The route uses US 95, I-80 and I-84, and your written estimate sets the delivery window. See [how an interstate move works](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/how-interstate-moves-work/) for the steps, or compare with [moving from Boise to Reno](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/boise-to-reno/). ### Sources (checked October 18, 2026) - [Idaho Transportation Department, New to Idaho](https://itd.idaho.gov/guide/new-to-idaho/) - [Idaho State Tax Commission, Individual Income Tax Rate Schedule](https://tax.idaho.gov/taxes/income-tax/individual-income/individual-income-tax-rate-schedule/) - [NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020](https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/products/land-based-station/us-climate-normals) - [U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey](https://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/acs) ### 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 between Reno and Oregon, Washington and Idaho](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/pacific-northwest/) - [Moving from Boise to Reno](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/boise-to-reno/) - [Moving to Reno from Idaho](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/from-idaho/) - [Moving in winter in the Sierra](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-in-winter/) 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. 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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 vehicle in Idaho? The Idaho Transportation Department says within 30 days of moving to Idaho. ### What is Idaho's income tax rate? The Idaho State Tax Commission lists a flat 5.3 percent rate for 2025, with a small zero-rate band. ### How much snow does Boise get? NOAA's normals for the Boise Air Terminal show about 17.6 inches a year. ## 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) M Mark S. January 22, 2026 Great company and local. They take great care of your moving needs. They are very accommodating and quick to respond. Highly recommend them for your moving needs and storage needs. Thanks to the O'Brien team for doing a fantastic job. 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! ## 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