--- title: Moving to Reno from New York | O'Brien's Moving url: https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/from-new-york/ 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 New York # Moving to Reno from New York New York's top income tax rate is 10.9 percent on income over $25 million, and its state sales tax of 4 percent is topped up by city and county rates; Nevada has no state personal income tax. About 214 people a year move from New York into Washoe County, and New York's own DMV gives newcomers 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/) ## New York and Nevada at a glance - Moved from New York to Nevada in 2024 about 2,584 - Moved from Nevada to New York in 2024 about 1,153 - Moved into Washoe County from New York, per year about 214 - State capital Albany - State individual income tax collected, FY2024 $53,840,077 thousand - Median household income (state) $85,974 - Median rent (state) $1,621 - Register a car after moving to New York within 30 days (NY DMV - Register an Out-of-State Vehicle) - Get a New York driver license after moving within 30 days (NY DMV - Moving to or from New York State) - State income tax, top rate 10.9% (NYS Department of Taxation and Finance - 2026 personal income tax expenditure estimates) - State sales tax, base rate 4% (NYS Department of Taxation and Finance - Find sales tax rates) 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); [NY DMV - Register an Out-of-State Vehicle](https://dmv.ny.gov/registration/register-an-out-of-state-vehicle); [NY DMV - Moving to or from New York State](https://dmv.ny.gov/more-info/moving-to-or-from-new-york-state); [NYS Department of Taxation and Finance - 2026 personal income tax expenditure estimates](https://www.tax.ny.gov/data/stats/ter/fiscal-year27/personal-income-tax.htm); [NYS Department of Taxation and Finance - Find sales tax rates](https://www.tax.ny.gov/bus/st/rates.htm). New York is a large origin by population, and it covers very different homes: a Manhattan co-op, a Long Island split-level, an Albany duplex and a farmhouse near the Canadian border. The move differs with each, and so does the paperwork. ## Taxes: where the gap shows up New York taxes personal income at graduated rates, reaching 10.30 percent between $5 million and $25 million and 10.90 percent above that, according to the state tax department's published tables. Sales tax is the state's 4 percent plus local city, county or school district rates, and the Metropolitan Commuter Transportation District adds more in the New York City area. Nevada collects no state personal income tax. Part-year filers should talk to a tax professional about the year of the move. ## Leaving New York: the DMV clock runs the other way The New York DMV gives new residents 30 days to register a car and 30 days to exchange an out-of-state license. Those deadlines apply to people arriving in New York. Leaving, surrender plates the way your insurer and the DMV instruct, and keep your New York license until Nevada issues one. ## What New York households look like in the Census The 2020 to 2024 American Community Survey lists New York at about 19.85 million people, with a median household income of $85,974, median gross rent of $1,621 and a median home value of $423,800. Nearly half of households, 45.7 percent, rent, and a renter often owns more furniture than space. Census estimates for 2024 count about 2,584 people living in Nevada who lived in New York a year earlier, though the margin of error is wide. ## How the move works from New York You book the move with O'Brien's. We coordinate it from your New York home through the Bekins network, then handle delivery, unpacking and storage in Sparks. Your written estimate sets the delivery window, and long-distance moves are priced by weight with an itemized written estimate. Walk-ups, doormen, co-op rules and elevator reservations are common in New York, and building managers often ask for proof of insurance. Raise those at the in-home estimate. For specific origins see [New York to Reno](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/new-york-to-reno/), [Buffalo](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/buffalo-to-reno/) and [Rochester](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/rochester-to-reno/). ## Cutting down before the move Many New Yorkers decide to sell furniture rather than ship it. Our [moving checklist](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-checklist/) helps you sort what travels, what is donated and what waits in a Sparks vault. ## Nevada in one short block Nevada gives new residents 30 days to register a car and get a Nevada license, and the [new resident checklist](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/new-resident-checklist/) covers the first 90 days. ### Sources (checked October 18, 2026) - [New York DMV, moving to or from New York State](https://dmv.ny.gov/more-info/moving-to-or-from-new-york-state) - [New York State Department of Taxation and Finance](https://www.tax.ny.gov/data/stats/ter/fiscal-year27/personal-income-tax.htm) - [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 to Reno and Sparks: the complete guide](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/) - [Moving from New York to Reno](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/new-york-to-reno/) - [New Nevada resident checklist: first 30, 60, 90 days](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/new-resident-checklist/) 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 New York - [Moving from Nevada to New York](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/nevada-to-new-york/) - [Moving to Reno and Sparks: the complete guide](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/) - [Moving from New York to Reno](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/new-york-to-reno/) - [Moving from Buffalo to Reno](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/buffalo-to-reno/) - [Moving from Rochester, New York to Reno](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/rochester-to-reno/) - [Moving from Reno to New York](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/reno-to-new-york/) - [Moving from Reno to Buffalo](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/reno-to-buffalo/) - [Moving from Reno to Rochester, New York](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/reno-to-rochester/) Answers ## Moving to Reno from New York 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 New York require me to do anything when I leave? Surrender plates as instructed, cancel local registrations, and ask a tax professional about a part-year return. ### Is Reno a common choice for New York movers? The Census counts about 214 people a year moving from New York into Washoe County, according to 2018 to 2022 data. ### Does O'Brien's handle apartment moves in New York? The estimator notes the building details at the free in-home estimate, which also includes 10 free heavy-duty boxes. ## 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) 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. N Nadine K. May 15, 2025 The guys were very friendly and hard working. Would definitely use them again! ### Owner's reply Nadine, We are pleased you chose us for your move, it was a pleasure working with you! We are extremely happy the move was a success. ## 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