--- title: Moving from Reno to Milwaukee | O'Brien's Moving url: https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/reno-to-milwaukee/ 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 Milwaukee # Moving from Reno to Milwaukee Milwaukee averages 48.7 inches of snow a year in NOAA's 1991-2020 normals, and its metro median home value is $306,400 in the Census Bureau's American Community Survey. The drive from our Sparks warehouse is about 1,956 road miles. 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 Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI 1,956 miles by road - Driving time (free-flow) about 33 h 19 min - Days behind the wheel at 500 miles a day 4 - Main roads I-80, I-88, I-43 **Both ends of the move (Census ACS 2020-2024; NOAA normals 1991-2020)** | Measure | Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI | Reno-Sparks | | --- | --- | --- | | Median household income | $78,218 | $87,485 | | Median gross rent | $1,139 | $1,592 | | Median home value | $306,400 | $502,300 | | January average high | 31 F | 48 F | | July average high | 82 F | 94 F | | Snow in a normal year | 48.7 in | 20.9 in | - Moved from Wisconsin to Nevada (2024) about 362 - Moved from Nevada to Wisconsin (2024) about 964 - Moved into Washoe County from Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, Waukesha County, Wisconsin, per year about 18 - Moved from Washoe County to them, per year about 37 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). Milwaukee sits on Lake Michigan, and the lake sets the tone for the weather, the housing stock and the calendar. Wisconsin asks new residents to register vehicles on establishing residency and to get a license within 60 days. Here is what a household from Reno finds on arrival and how O'Brien's plans the shipment. ## The lake and the snow NOAA's 1991-2020 normals for Mitchell Airport list a January high of 30.9 degrees with a low of 17.2, and a July high of 81.9 with a low of 64.7. Annual precipitation is 34.57 inches and snow averages 48.7 inches. Reno's January high is 47.7, and its July high is 93.9. A winter delivery in Milwaukee calls for a cleared drive and a plan for where wet boots and coats go. If you can pick a date between late spring and early fall, your crew works in easier conditions, though the written estimate also covers winter work. ## Housing: city and suburbs differ widely The American Community Survey lists a median home value of $184,000 in the city of Milwaukee and $306,400 in the Milwaukee-Waukesha metro. Median gross rent is $1,059 in the city and $1,139 in the metro, and median household income is $54,234 against $78,218. The renter share is 58.2 percent in the city and 39.6 percent in the metro. Reno's metro medians are $502,300 for a home and $1,592 for rent. The spread between city and metro is a reminder to pick a neighborhood before deciding how much furniture to bring. ## Wisconsin's rules and taxes Wisconsin DMV says that upon establishing residency you must title and register your vehicle, with no grace period stated in days. A regular driver license is due within 60 days, and a commercial license within 30. Plan the vehicle visit for your first week. Wisconsin's marginal individual income tax rates range from 3.5 percent to 7.65 percent. The state sales tax is 5 percent, and counties and cities add local tax. Nevada has no individual income tax, so the year of the move needs a tax professional. ## How the move works with O'Brien's You book the move with O'Brien's. We visit your Reno or Sparks home for a free, no-obligation in-home estimate, hand over 10 free heavy-duty boxes and write an itemized written estimate. The shipment moves through the Bekins Van Lines network, and your written estimate sets the delivery window. Read [how an interstate move works with a Bekins agent](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/how-interstate-moves-work/) for the full sequence. If your Milwaukee address is not ready, goods can wait in vault storage in our Sparks warehouse, from $40 per month, and ship on about 2 to 3 weeks of notice. ### Sources (checked October 18, 2026) - [Wisconsin DMV - New residents](https://wisconsindot.gov/Pages/dmv/vehicles/title-plates/new-res-default.aspx) - [Wisconsin Legislative Council Information Memorandum IM-2026-07](https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/misc/lc/information_memos/2026/im_2026_07) - [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 Milwaukee to Reno](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/milwaukee-to-reno/) - [Moving between Reno and The East, South and Midwest](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/east-and-midwest/) - [Moving from Nevada to Wisconsin](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/nevada-to-wisconsin/) - [Moving weather calendar for Reno, Tahoe and Elko](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/data/moving-weather-calendar/) 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 much snow does Milwaukee get? NOAA 1991-2020 normals give 48.7 inches a year at Mitchell Airport. ### How many days do I have for a Wisconsin driver license? Wisconsin DMV says 60 days for a regular license and 30 days for a commercial license. ### Is Milwaukee's sales tax only 5 percent? The state rate is 5 percent, and counties and cities add local tax. ## 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 Jennifer C. August 3, 2023 Customer service, packers, and loaders were very responsive, professional, and did an overall great job. C Christy R. March 25, 2023 All of the above! Have used o'briens several times in the past and always had great timely service! ### Owner's reply Christy thank you so much, not just for the 5 star review but also for continuing to stay a O'Brien's Customer. We appreciate your repeat business and you know we love talking with you anytime! You know where to find us when you need us! J Jessica D. February 14, 2023 I have always had a really good experience with Obriens delivery service. I've been a girl scout volunteer for 6 years now and they are always very friendly and helpful. Thank you for all you do!! ### Owner's reply Jessica, thank you so much for the kind words. We love the Girl Scout cookie distribution time. It gives us the chance to interact with you ladies that are out there making a difference in our community every day! Thank you for everything you do. ## 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