--- title: Moving from Reno to Houston | O'Brien's Moving url: https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/reno-to-houston/ 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 Houston # Moving from Reno to Houston Houston records 55.62 inches of precipitation a year in NOAA's normals, about seven and a half times Reno's 7.35, and Texas gives new residents 30 days to register a vehicle. The city is about 1,846 miles from our 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 Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX 1,846 miles by road - Driving time (free-flow) about 33 h 56 min - Days behind the wheel at 500 miles a day 4 - Main roads I-40, US 84, US 95 **Both ends of the move (Census ACS 2020-2024; NOAA normals 1991-2020)** | Measure | Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX | Reno-Sparks | | --- | --- | --- | | Median household income | $82,168 | $87,485 | | Median gross rent | $1,430 | $1,592 | | Median home value | $298,000 | $502,300 | | January average high | 64 F | 48 F | | July average high | 93 F | 94 F | | Snow in a normal year | not published | 20.9 in | - Moved from Texas to Nevada (2024) about 8,327 - Moved from Nevada to Texas (2024) about 6,147 - Moved into Washoe County from Fort Bend County, Texas, Galveston County, Texas, Harris County, Texas, per year about 195 - Moved from Washoe County to them, per year about 119 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). Houston is a long drive, 1,846 miles on the route data. Census flows show about 195 people a year coming to Washoe County from the Houston area. This page covers the Gulf Coast end of the trip. ## Rain and humidity are what change At Hobby Airport, NOAA lists a January high of 63.8 degrees and low of 46.1, a July high of 92.9 and low of 76.6, and 55.62 inches of precipitation a year. Reno's station shows 7.35 inches, a July low of 60.4 and a lot more snow. A household leaving a dry climate should expect books, leather and wood to take on moisture. Keep documents and electronics in sealed bags during the first summer, and open boxes soon after delivery. ## Texas rules for new residents TxDMV says you have 30 days from the time you move to register your vehicle. The Department of Public Safety requires a Texas driver license within 90 days of moving. The vehicle registration has the shorter clock. Texas has no personal income tax, and the state's sales and use tax rate is 6.25 percent. Cities, counties and special districts can add up to 2 percentage points, to a combined maximum of 8.25 percent. A tax professional can explain the property tax side before you buy. ## Houston housing The American Community Survey shows the city of Houston with a median home value of $277,800, median gross rent of $1,361 and median household income of $64,813. The Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands metro lists medians of $298,000, $1,430 and $82,168. Reno's metro medians are $502,300, $1,592 and $87,485. About 57.9 percent of Houston households rent. The median age in the city is 34.4, younger than the Reno metro's 39.5. ## A long haul planned in advance You book with O'Brien's. An estimator visits your Reno or Sparks home for a free, no-obligation estimate that includes 10 free heavy-duty boxes. The Bekins network carries the shipment and your written estimate sets the delivery window. The [interstate guide](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/how-interstate-moves-work/) lists each step. The route data counts 4 driving days at 500 miles a day. Vault storage from $40 per month holds goods in Sparks until your Houston home is ready. ### Sources (checked October 18, 2026) - [Texas DMV, New to Texas](https://www.txdmv.gov/motorists/new-to-texas) - [Texas Comptroller, Sales and use tax](https://comptroller.texas.gov/taxes/sales/) - [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 from Houston to Reno](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/houston-to-reno/) - [Moving between Reno and Texas](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/texas/) - [State taxes and DMV deadlines for movers, all 50 states](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/data/state-tax-and-dmv-table/) - [Cost of living: Reno vs major metros](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/data/cost-of-living-by-metro/) 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 Texas? TxDMV says 30 days from the time you move to the state. ### Does Houston get more rain than Reno? Yes. NOAA lists 55.62 inches a year at Hobby Airport against 7.35 at Reno. ### What is the Texas sales tax? The state rate is 6.25 percent, and local taxes can raise the combined rate to as much as 8.25 percent. ## 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) 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. F Francie H. February 20, 2026 We were referred to O'Brien's Moving and Storage though a friend in Reno. We couldn't be more pleased with the Professionalism and Service. They were quick to set up Luke to come out and give us a quote and scheduled the actual move date right away. Luke was on time for our quote as were the movers on our moving day. All three of the gentlemen who moved us were professional and courteous from start to finish. From the initial phone call to the completion of our move, we felt like we were treated as family. We would definitely use them again and recommend O'Brien's Moving and Storage to our friends in the future. ### Owner's reply Francie, Thank you for this amazing review. The result you have expressed is exactly what we all strive to accomplish. I love that you walked away knowing you are now a part of the O'Brien's family, whenever you need us we are a phone call away! I will let the movers know about the kind words expressed about them, that will be very satisfying for all of them. We will look forward to any referrals you send our way, thank you for the opportunity! 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. ## 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