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Moving from Reno to Austin
Austin's July high averages 96.6 degrees in NOAA's normals, with a low of 75.0, and Texas gives new residents 30 days to register a vehicle and 90 days to get a Texas license. The city is about 1,689 miles from our Sparks warehouse.
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- 1,689 miles
- about 31 h of driving
Reno-SparksAustin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX
1,689 miles by road
- Driving time (free-flow)about 31 h
- Days behind the wheel at 500 miles a day4
- Main roadsI-40, US 95, US 84
| Measure | Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX | Reno-Sparks |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $100,431 | $87,485 |
| Median gross rent | $1,726 | $1,592 |
| Median home value | $465,000 | $502,300 |
| January average high | 62 F | 48 F |
| July average high | 97 F | 94 F |
| Snow in a normal year | 0.2 in | 20.9 in |
- Moved from Texas to Nevada (2024)about 8,327
- Moved from Nevada to Texas (2024)about 6,147
- Moved into Washoe County from Hays County, Texas, Travis County, Texas, Williamson County, Texas, per yearabout 81
- Moved from Washoe County to them, per yearabout 108
Data (read 2026-10-19): OSRM routing on OpenStreetMap data, free-flow drive from 2277 Glendale Ave, Sparks; U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates; NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020; U.S. Census Bureau, State-to-State Migration Flows (ACS 1-year 2024); U.S. Census Bureau, ACS county-to-county migration flows 2016-2020.
Austin is the Texas capital and a university and technology city, 610 feet above sea level, on the edge of the Hill Country. This page covers the Texas end of the trip: the two DMV windows, the tax picture, the heat and humidity, and housing medians.
Texas wants plates first, license second
TxDMV tells new residents they have 30 days from the time they move to register their vehicle, and the Department of Public Safety requires a Texas driver license within 90 days. Plan the vehicle first.
Texas has no personal income tax. The state charges a 6.25 percent sales and use tax, and local jurisdictions can add up to 2 percentage points, for a combined maximum of 8.25 percent. Property taxes are set locally, so look at them before you buy.
Hot summers and a humid air mass
NOAA's normals for Camp Mabry in Austin show a July high of 96.6 degrees and a low of 75.0, a January high of 62.5 and low of 41.8, and 36.25 inches of precipitation a year. Reno's July low is 60.4 and its precipitation is 7.35 inches.
The change is humidity. Wood furniture, musical instruments and leather adjust to moist air over the first weeks, so avoid forcing doors and drawers that stick.
Austin housing
The American Community Survey puts the median home value in the city of Austin at $555,300, median gross rent at $1,729 and median household income at $93,658. The Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos metro lists medians of $465,000, $1,726 and $100,431. Reno's metro medians are $502,300, $1,592 and $87,485.
About 56.6 percent of Austin households rent. Renters often start with furniture sized for an apartment.
A four-day haul
You book with O'Brien's, and an estimator visits your Reno or Sparks home for a free, no-obligation estimate with 10 free heavy-duty boxes. We coordinate the move through the Bekins network, and your written estimate sets the delivery window. The interstate guide lists each step.
The route data counts 4 driving days at 500 miles a day. Vault storage in Sparks starts at $40 per month if your Austin lease starts later.
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
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Licenses and authorityVisit or call the office
2277 Glendale Ave, Sparks, NV 89431
| Monday to Friday | 8:00 am to 5:00 pm |
|---|---|
| Saturday and Sunday | Closed |
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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.
Your rights on an interstate move
Federal booklets every interstate mover must give you
- Ready to Move? Tips for a Successful Interstate Move (FMCSA)
- Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move (FMCSA)
- Protect Your Move: check any mover's USDOT number. Ours is U.S. DOT No. 30611.
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Moving from Reno to Austin questions
Still have a question? Call 775-359-6683, Mon-Fri 8-5, or see the moving FAQ.
How long do I have to register a car in Texas?
TxDMV says 30 days from the time you move to the state.
How long to get a Texas driver license?
The Department of Public Safety requires one within 90 days of moving.
Does Texas tax income?
No. Texas has no personal income tax. The state sales tax rate is 6.25 percent.
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What customers say about O'Brien's
Janet M.
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.
Judy H.
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.
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