--- title: Moving to Reno from West Virginia | O'Brien's Moving url: https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/from-west-virginia/ 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 --- Photo: Famartin, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons - [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 West Virginia # Moving to Reno from West Virginia West Virginia cut its income tax by 5 percent across the board for 2026, leaving a top rate of 4.58 percent, and its sales tax is 6 percent with municipal add-ons up to 1 percent. The state's DMV gives new residents 30 days for both a license and a vehicle. 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/) ## West Virginia and Nevada at a glance - Moved into Washoe County from West Virginia, per year about 10 - State capital Charleston - State individual income tax collected, FY2024 $2,269,859 thousand - Median household income (state) $59,608 - Median rent (state) $872 - Register a car after moving to West Virginia within 30 days (West Virginia DMV - New Residents) - Get a West Virginia driver license after moving within 30 days (WV DMV - Driver's Licenses and ID Cards; WV Code 17B-2-1a) - State income tax, top rate 4.58% (West Virginia Tax Division - 2026 Income Tax Rate Cut) - State sales tax, base rate 6% (West Virginia Tax Division - TSD 100 Business Taxes / Tax Expenditure Study) 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); [West Virginia DMV - New Residents](https://dmv.wv.gov/new-residents); [WV DMV - Driver's Licenses and ID Cards; WV Code 17B-2-1a](https://dmv.wv.gov/driver-services/drivers/drivers-licenses-and-id-cards); [West Virginia Tax Division - 2026 Income Tax Rate Cut](https://tax.wv.gov/Individuals/Pages/PersonalIncomeTaxReductionBill.aspx); [West Virginia Tax Division - TSD 100 Business Taxes / Tax Expenditure Study](https://tax.wv.gov/Documents/TSD/tsd100.pdf). West Virginia has a low median home value, about $162,600, which shapes the move. A seller there arrives in Reno with different numbers to compare. ## The 2026 income tax cut Senate Bill 392, signed on March 31, 2026, reduced West Virginia's rates by 5 percent, retroactive to January 1, 2026, taking the top rate from 4.82 to 4.58 percent. The sales tax is 6 percent, and municipalities may add up to 1 percent. Nevada has no state personal income tax. A tax professional can confirm how a mid-year move affects your West Virginia return. ## West Virginia's DMV rules The West Virginia DMV says new residents have 30 days to title and register a vehicle and 30 days to get a West Virginia license, under state code. They are rules for people arriving. When you leave, keep your license valid until Nevada issues one. ## The Census numbers The 2020 to 2024 American Community Survey lists West Virginia at about 1.78 million people, with a median household income of $59,608, median gross rent of $872 and a median home value of $162,600; 25.1 percent of households rent. State-to-state flows with Nevada are too small to measure in the latest tables, so the pages that matter are the housing ones: our [Reno housing page](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/housing-market/) shows the figures to compare. ## How the move works from West Virginia You book the move with O'Brien's, and we coordinate it from your West Virginia home through the Bekins network. In Sparks we deliver, unpack and store when needed. Your written estimate sets the delivery window, with pricing by weight and an itemized written estimate. The [East and Midwest routes page](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/east-and-midwest/) covers the long hauls from Appalachia. ## Mountain roads on both ends Hollows and narrow roads can limit truck access. Tell the estimator about steep drives or narrow bridges at the free in-home estimate, which comes with 10 free heavy-duty boxes. Our [moving timeline](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-timeline/) shows when to book. ## Nevada in one short block Nevada gives new residents 30 days to register a car and get a Nevada license. The [moving to Reno guide](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/) has the rest. ### Sources (checked October 18, 2026) - [West Virginia DMV, new residents](https://dmv.wv.gov/new-residents) - [West Virginia State Tax Department, personal income tax reduction](https://tax.wv.gov/Individuals/Pages/PersonalIncomeTaxReductionBill.aspx) - [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 between Reno and The East, South and Midwest](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/east-and-midwest/) - [Reno housing: owning vs renting (Census data)](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/housing-market/) 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 West Virginia - [Moving from Nevada to West Virginia](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/nevada-to-west-virginia/) - [Moving to Reno and Sparks: the complete guide](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/) Answers ## Moving to Reno from West Virginia 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/). ### What is West Virginia's top income tax rate? It is 4.58 percent for 2026 after the 5 percent reduction. ### Is Reno much more costly than West Virginia? Compare the Census medians on the housing market page and the cost of living page. ### Can I store things in Sparks? Yes. Vault storage starts from $40 per month. ## 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) B Bruce E. December 25, 2024 My family moved exclusively with Bekins when I was young and O'Brien's made it a pleasure to return to this fine local company. I would be pleased to have any members of O'Brien's as friends and highly recommend O'Brien's to anyone needing the services they provide! ### Owner's reply Bruce thank you so much for taking the time to review our company. It was an extreme pleasure to work for you, please do not hesitate to call us for any help you need in the future. L Leticia H. November 1, 2024 O'Brien's Moving and Storage packing crew were great!! They were fast, friendly and most importantly, very professional. Thank you guys. M Michelle C. August 28, 2024 Extremely happy with the moving experience. The moving team showed up on time, friendly and polite. They did a wonderful job moving our boxes and furniture to the new location. We moved a three bedroom home and I could not be more pleased with the employees who assisted with the move. Highly recommend O'Brien moving for your move. ### Owner's reply Michelle, thank you so much for taking the time to write this review. We are so happy to hear about the move experience you had with our company and glad to know we met your expectations! It means a lot to us to know that. Thank you for choosing us as your moving partner. ## 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