--- title: Moving to Reno from Montana | O'Brien's Moving url: https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/from-montana/ 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/) - [Moving resources: guides, checklists, tools and data](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/resources/) - [Moving to Reno and Sparks: the complete guide](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/) - Moving to Reno from Montana # Moving to Reno from Montana Montana converts licenses within 60 consecutive days of residence and taxes income at up to 5.65 percent in 2026, with no state sales tax. Nevada has no state personal income tax but does collect sales tax, and its license and registration window is 30 days. 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/) ## Montana and Nevada at a glance - Moved from Montana to Nevada in 2024 about 521 - Moved from Nevada to Montana in 2024 about 226 - Moved into Washoe County from Montana, per year about 90 - State capital Helena - State individual income tax collected, FY2024 $2,246,570 thousand - Median household income (state) $72,509 - Median rent (state) $1,081 - Get a Montana driver license after moving within 60 days (MCA 61-5-103 ("A person who has resided in Montana for more than 60 consecutive days is considered to be a resident for the purpose of being licensed"); quote from the Montana Driver Manual (opifiles.mt.gov/Portals/182/.../Montana-Driver-Manual.pdf)) - State income tax, top rate 5.65% (Montana Department of Revenue - HB337: 2026-2027 Montana Individual Income Tax Changes) - State sales tax, base rate 0% (Montana Department of Revenue - Sales Tax Guidance) 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); [Montana Code Annotated 61-3-303 (Montana Legislature)](https://mca.legmt.gov/bills/mca/title_0610/chapter_0030/part_0030/section_0030/0610-0030-0030-0030.html); [MCA 61-5-103 ("A person who has resided in Montana for more than 60 consecutive days is considered to be a resident for the purpose of being licensed"); quote from the Montana Driver Manual (opifiles.mt.gov/Portals/182/.../Montana-Driver-Manual.pdf)](https://mca.legmt.gov/bills/mca/title_0610/chapter_0050/part_0010/section_0030/0610-0050-0010-0030.html); [Montana Department of Revenue - HB337: 2026-2027 Montana Individual Income Tax Changes](https://revenue.mt.gov/news/recent-news/HB-337); [Montana Department of Revenue - Sales Tax Guidance](https://revenue.mt.gov/taxes/general-sales-tax). Montana and Nevada are neighbors in the Mountain West, but a move between them still crosses Idaho or Utah and a lot of high country. The tax shape changes, too: Montana has an income tax and no sales tax, and Nevada is the reverse. ## Montana's license and vehicle rules Montana law treats a person who has lived in the state more than 60 consecutive days as a resident for licensing, and new residents must convert their license within 60 consecutive days. For vehicles, Montana Code 61-3-303 requires registration in the owner's county but states no day count for newcomers. Those apply to arrivals. Leaving, ask your county treasurer how to cancel registration after Nevada's is issued. Montana also has local resort taxes in some towns, so ask your own town about what applies. ## Income tax in, sales tax out For 2026 Montana's top income tax rate is 5.65 percent on taxable income above $47,500 for single filers, and the state has no general sales tax. Nevada has no state personal income tax on wages and does charge a sales tax. A household that spends on goods will feel the sales tax; a household that earns a salary will feel the missing income tax. Ask a tax professional about a part-year return. For housing, see Census numbers in our [cost-of-living compare](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/tools/cost-of-living-compare/) tool. ## Moving out of the Mountain West You book the move with O'Brien's, and we coordinate it from your Montana home through the Bekins network. The [Southwest and Mountain West routes page](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/southwest-and-mountain-west/) covers the region, and the [Boise to Reno route page](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/boise-to-reno/) shows a nearby drive with passes and both-end numbers. Our Sparks crews deliver and unpack. Your written estimate sets the delivery window. Montana households often move with outdoor gear, horse tack and trailers; tell the estimator, and see [what movers will not move](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/what-movers-will-not-move/) for items that need separate handling. ## Nevada's rules A license and registration within 30 days of becoming a resident. No state income tax on wages. See the [moving to Reno guide](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/). ## Winter passes Mountain passes close in storms in both states. Read the [best-time-to-move guide](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/best-time-to-move/), and ask the estimator about the delivery window your written estimate sets. ### Sources (checked October 18, 2026) - [Montana Code Annotated 61-3-303](https://mca.legmt.gov/bills/mca/title_0610/chapter_0030/part_0030/section_0030/0610-0030-0030-0030.html) - [Montana Code Annotated 61-5-103](https://mca.legmt.gov/bills/mca/title_0610/chapter_0050/part_0010/section_0030/0610-0050-0010-0030.html) - [Nevada Revised Statutes 482.385 (vehicle registration)](https://www.leg.state.nv.us/NRS/NRS-482.html) - [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 between Reno and Arizona, Utah, Colorado, New Mexico and Montana](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/southwest-and-mountain-west/) - [Moving to Reno and Sparks: the complete guide](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/) - [Moving from Boise to Reno](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/boise-to-reno/) 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 Montana - [Moving from Nevada to Montana](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/nevada-to-montana/) - [Moving to Reno and Sparks: the complete guide](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/) - [Moving from Reno to Missoula](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/reno-to-missoula/) Answers ## Moving to Reno from Montana 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/). ### Does Montana have a registration deadline for newcomers? The statute requires registration in the owner's county but states no day count for newcomers. Nevada gives 30 days. ### Does Nevada have a sales tax? Yes, Nevada charges sales tax while Montana has no general sales tax. Nevada does not tax wages at the state level. ### Can O'Brien's move a horse trailer? Tell the estimator about trailers and vehicles so they are listed in the written estimate. ## 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 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. 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! ## 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