Moving in Nebraska: Regulations, Rights & Costs
Everything you need before hiring a mover in Nebraska — the regulator, how to verify a license, where to complain, your protections, and typical local move costs.
Who regulates movers in Nebraska?
Nebraska Public Service Commission (NPSC)
- License required (intrastate): Yes
- License lookup: verify a mover
- Deposit cap: No specific state deposit cap identified; verify with NPSC.
How to file a complaint in Nebraska
Online: https://psc.nebraska.gov
Phone: 1-800-526-0017
Mail: Nebraska Public Service Commission, 1200 N St, Suite 300, Lincoln, NE 68508
For interstate moves, also use FMCSA (1-888-368-7238) and the DOT OIG (1-800-424-9071). Full guide.
Your consumer protections in Nebraska
- Movers must hold a Certificate of Authority from the NPSC Motor Carrier Department
- Public list of valid permit holders maintained by the Commission
Key statutes & rules
- Nebraska Revised Statutes Chapter 75 (motor carriers)
- Certificate of Authority required (Form A for household goods movers)
Nebraska regulates intrastate household goods movers through the NPSC.
Typical local move cost in Nebraska
Local move estimate for Midwest region (2 movers + truck, excludes packing/materials). Figures are model estimates, not quotes.
| Home size | Estimated range |
|---|---|
| Studio | $287 – $918 |
| 1 bed | $372 – $1,317 |
| 2 bed | $543 – $1,916 |
| 3 bed | $714 – $2,514 |
| 4 bed | $885 – $3,113 |
Estimates use the ReloFig model (BLS wages × regional × Midwest factor). Always get three written quotes. Methodology.
Cities in Nebraska
Sources: psc.nebraska.gov www.mymovingreviews.com . ReloFig does not sell your information.