--- title: New in Winnemucca, NV: Utilities, Schools, DMV url: https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/moving-to-winnemucca/ 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 Winnemucca: new-resident guide # Moving to Winnemucca: a new-resident guide Winnemucca is the Humboldt County seat with about 8,361 residents and a median age of 32.7, the youngest of the towns in this series. The Nevada DMV office is at 3505 Construction Way, and public schools belong to Humboldt County School District. 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/) ## Winnemucca by the numbers - Drive from our Sparks warehouse 163 mi, about 2 h 46 min via I-80, I-80 BUS - Population 8,361 - Households 3,444 - Homes owned / rented 60.5% / 39.5% - Median year built 1987 - Median home value $309,100 - Moved in the past year 11% - Elevation 4,430 ft - County Humboldt County - ZIP codes 89445 Data (read 2026-10-19): [U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates](https://www.census.gov/data/developers/data-sets/acs-5year.html); [OSRM routing on OpenStreetMap data, free-flow drive from 2277 Glendale Ave, Sparks](https://project-osrm.org/); [USGS Elevation Point Query Service](https://apps.nationalmap.gov/epqs/). At 4,430 feet and 163.3 miles from the Sparks warehouse, Winnemucca is a 166-minute drive almost entirely on I-80, ZIP code 89445. About 39.5 percent of households rent, so a share of newcomers here arrive as tenants. Both renters and buyers need the same first documents, and this guide lists them. ## Start the accounts that prove your address The Nevada DMV wants two proofs of Nevada residential address, with a utility bill or a lease as examples. Open the electric account with NV Energy using its start, stop or transfer page, and ask your landlord or the seller which city or county accounts apply for water, sewer and trash. Keep the first bills in a folder for the DMV visit. ## Humboldt County School District Winnemucca's public schools are run by Humboldt County School District, whose website carries enrollment information, a calendar and school contacts. Bring a birth certificate, immunization records and proof of address. Families moving mid-year should call the school office before arriving so records can be requested from the previous school. ## Humboldt County offices Humboldt County's official site, humboldtcountynv.gov, is the starting point for the Assessor, the Recorder and the Clerk-Treasurer. The Recorder holds deeds; the Assessor values property. Winnemucca's median home value is about $309,100 in the Census Bureau's 2020 to 2024 estimates, and the median year built is 1987. Our [property tax guide](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/property-taxes/) explains how Nevada property tax bills work. ## DMV: 3505 Construction Way The Nevada DMV lists its Winnemucca office at 3505 Construction Way, open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays with appointments required. You have 30 days from becoming a resident to get a Nevada license and register your vehicle. Out-of-state insurance is not accepted, so buy a Nevada policy first. See [vehicle registration](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/vehicle-registration/) for details. ## A long drive from Sparks Winnemucca is 160 miles on I-80 from our Sparks warehouse. I-80 can close or slow in winter storms, so check road conditions before any trip. Our [winter driving guide](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/winter-driving/) has a checklist for the car. If your new home is not ready on time, [storage between homes](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/full-service-storage/storage-between-moves/) in Sparks bridges the gap. ### Sources (checked October 18, 2026) - [Humboldt County](https://www.humboldtcountynv.gov/) - [Humboldt County School District](https://www.hcsdnv.com/) - [Nevada DMV office locations](https://dmv.nv.gov/locat.htm) ### 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 - [Movers in Winnemucca](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/areas/winnemucca/) - [Moving to Elko: new-resident guide](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/moving-to-elko/) - [New Nevada resident checklist: first 30, 60, 90 days](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/new-resident-checklist/) New-resident guides by town ## Read next - [Moving to Lovelock: new-resident guide](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/moving-to-lovelock/) - [Moving to Kings Beach and Tahoe City: new-resident guide](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/moving-to-kings-beach-and-tahoe-city/) - [Moving to Stateline and Zephyr Cove: new-resident guide](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/moving-to-stateline-and-zephyr-cove/) - [Moving to Susanville: new-resident guide](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/moving-to-susanville/) - [Moving to Virginia City: new-resident guide](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/moving-to-virginia-city/) - [Moving to Sparks: new-resident guide](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/moving-to-sparks/) - [Moving to Carson City: new-resident guide](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/moving-to-carson-city/) - [Moving to Minden and Gardnerville: new-resident guide](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/moving-to-minden-gardnerville/) Answers ## Questions people ask Still have a question? Call [775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683), Mon-Fri 8-5, or see the [moving FAQ](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/). ### Is Winnemucca the county seat? Yes, Winnemucca is the seat of Humboldt County, and the county's offices are listed on humboldtcountynv.gov. ### Where is the Winnemucca DMV? 3505 Construction Way. The state requires appointments. ### How far is Winnemucca from Sparks? About 163.3 miles and 166 minutes. See the [Winnemucca area page](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/areas/winnemucca/). ### What share of households rent? About 39.5 percent, per the Census Bureau's 2020 to 2024 estimates. ## 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) 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. 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. ## 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