Moving in New Mexico: Regulations, Rights & Costs
Everything you need before hiring a mover in New Mexico — the regulator, how to verify a license, where to complain, your protections, and typical local move costs.
Who regulates movers in New Mexico?
New Mexico Public Regulation Commission (NMPRC)
- License required (intrastate): Yes
- License lookup: verify a mover
- Deposit cap: No specific state deposit cap identified; verify with NMPRC.
How to file a complaint in New Mexico
Online: https://www.nmprc.state.nm.us
Phone: 1-888-427-5772
Mail: NM Public Regulation Commission, 1120 Paseo De Peralta, Santa Fe, NM 87501
For interstate moves, also use FMCSA (1-888-368-7238) and the DOT OIG (1-800-424-9071). Full guide.
Your consumer protections in New Mexico
- Movers must obtain a certificate from the NMPRC
- Public directory of registered household goods movers maintained
- Complaints filed via the NMPRC complaint page
Key statutes & rules
- New Mexico Statutes Chapter 65 (Public Utility Act / motor carriers)
- Certificate required for intrastate household goods movers
New Mexico regulates intrastate household goods movers through the NMPRC.
Typical local move cost in New Mexico
Local move estimate for West region (2 movers + truck, excludes packing/materials). Figures are model estimates, not quotes.
| Home size | Estimated range |
|---|---|
| Studio | $322 – $1,027 |
| 1 bed | $419 – $1,481 |
| 2 bed | $613 – $2,161 |
| 3 bed | $808 – $2,842 |
| 4 bed | $1,002 – $3,522 |
Estimates use the ReloFig model (BLS wages × regional × West factor). Always get three written quotes. Methodology.
Cities in New Mexico
Sources: www.nmprc.state.nm.us www.mymovingreviews.com . ReloFig does not sell your information.