--- title: Moving to Reno from Wisconsin | O'Brien's Moving url: https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/from-wisconsin/ 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: Bohao Zhao, CC BY 3.0, 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 Wisconsin # Moving to Reno from Wisconsin Wisconsin taxes income at rates from 3.5 to 7.65 percent and charges a 5 percent state sales tax, and WisDOT gives new residents 60 days to get a license. About 209 people a year move from Wisconsin into Washoe County. 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/) ## Wisconsin and Nevada at a glance - Moved from Wisconsin to Nevada in 2024 about 362 - Moved from Nevada to Wisconsin in 2024 about 964 - Moved into Washoe County from Wisconsin, per year about 209 - State capital Madison - State individual income tax collected, FY2024 $9,487,251 thousand - Median household income (state) $77,485 - Median rent (state) $1,087 - Get a Wisconsin driver license after moving within 60 days (Wisconsin DMV - New residents) - State income tax, top rate 7.65% (Wisconsin Legislative Council Information Memorandum IM-2026-07) - State sales tax, base rate 5% (Wisconsin DOR Publication 201) 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); [Wisconsin DMV - New residents](https://wisconsindot.gov/Pages/dmv/vehicles/title-plates/new-res-default.aspx); [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); [Wisconsin DOR Publication 201](https://www.revenue.wi.gov/DOR%20Publications/pb201.pdf). Wisconsin and Nevada are about as different in winter as two Western states can be. A Madison or Milwaukee household moving to Reno trades lake-effect winters for a high desert with its own snow season. ## What WisDOT says WisDOT requires a new resident to title and register a vehicle upon establishing residency, without a stated number of days, and to get a Wisconsin license within 60 days, or 30 days for commercial licenses. Those rules are for arrivals. When you leave, keep your Wisconsin license valid until Nevada issues one. ## Taxes: 3.5 to 7.65 percent Wisconsin's marginal individual income tax rates range from 3.5 percent to 7.65 percent, and the sales tax is 5 percent, with counties and some cities adding more. Milwaukee adds 2 percent city and 0.9 percent county, and Dane County adds 0.5 percent. Nevada has no state personal income tax. A tax professional can confirm how a mid-year move changes your own return. ## Wisconsin in the Census The 2020 to 2024 American Community Survey lists Wisconsin at about 5.91 million people, with a median household income of $77,485, median gross rent of $1,087 and a median home value of $266,500; 32.2 percent of households rent. Census county data put the flow into Washoe at about 209 people a year over 2018 to 2022. ## How the move works from Wisconsin You book the move with O'Brien's, and we coordinate it from your Wisconsin home through the Bekins network. In Sparks we deliver, unpack and store when the new home is not ready. Your written estimate sets the delivery window. Route pages cover [Milwaukee](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/milwaukee-to-reno/) and [Madison](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/madison-to-reno/), each with the drive, the passes and the Census numbers on both ends. ## Lake houses and cottages A move out of Wisconsin sometimes includes a second property up north. Boats, trailers and seasonal gear can travel with the household; ask the estimator at the free in-home estimate. For vehicles see [shipping a car](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/shipping-a-car-when-you-move/). ## 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) - [WisDOT, new Wisconsin residents](https://wisconsindot.gov/Pages/dmv/vehicles/title-plates/new-res-default.aspx) - [Wisconsin Legislative Council, information memo 2026-07](https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/misc/lc/information_memos/2026/im_2026_07) - [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 Milwaukee to Reno](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/milwaukee-to-reno/) - [Shipping a car when you move](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/shipping-a-car-when-you-move/) 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 Wisconsin - [Moving from Nevada to Wisconsin](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/nevada-to-wisconsin/) - [Moving to Reno and Sparks: the complete guide](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/) - [Moving from Milwaukee to Reno](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/milwaukee-to-reno/) - [Moving from Madison, Wisconsin to Reno](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/madison-to-reno/) - [Moving from Reno to Milwaukee](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/reno-to-milwaukee/) - [Moving from Reno to Madison, Wisconsin](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/reno-to-madison/) Answers ## Moving to Reno from Wisconsin 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/). ### How long do I have to get a Wisconsin license? Sixty days for a regular license when you arrive in Wisconsin. Nevada has a 30-day rule. ### Does Wisconsin tax more than Nevada? Wisconsin tops out at 7.65 percent on income; Nevada has no state personal income tax. ### Can you store goods 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) 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. A Ami M. February 7, 2023 O'Brien's is great! They made my move easy. They were responsive, professional and accommodating. Trusting them with my move was one less thing I had to worry about. ### Owner's reply Ami thank you so much! It was a pleasure to assist you with your move and knowing that we were able to lessen any stress you may have had with the moving process, makes us so happy!! If you need anything in the future please let us know. M Mike K. August 30, 2019 The best customer service ever! ### Owner's reply Thanks Mike we sincerely appreciate you and your business! ## 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