Colorado State Information

Thanks for visiting the Colorado information page! If you're looking for information about Colorado, you've come to the right place. Here you will find information about Colorado's history, facts, trivia and tips for scenic road trips. If you are considering moving to Colorado you might be interested in our tips to help you get started, including a moving checklist and information about Colorado home and auto insurance.

Little Bit of History

The state of Colorado encompasses 104,185 square miles and is ranked 8th in the nation's total area. It was the 38th state to enter the union on August 1, 1876. Colorado, meaning red colored in Spanish, was named after the ground, which is a reddish color.

Essentials

Motto -

Nil sine numine
Nothing without God's Will

Capital -

Denver

Time Zone -

Mountain

Demonym -

Coloradan

Quarter

Introduced - 2006

Song

Where the Columbines Grow

Where the snowy peaks gleam in the moonlight, above the dark forests of pine,
And the wild foaming waters dash onward, toward lands where the tropic stars shine;

Did You Know?

The United States Air Force Academy is located in Colorado Springs.
Colorado contains 75% of the land area of the U.S. with an altitude over 10,000 feet.
Katherine Lee Bates wrote "America the Beautiful" after being inspired by the view from Pikes Peak.
The world's largest natural hot springs pool located in Glenwood Springs.

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Driving in Colorado
Be prepared with need-to-know basics such as obtaining your driver's license, vehicle registration, and requirements for ID cards by visiting the Colorado Department of Revenue Division of Motor Vehicles online.

The First Step When Moving
Contact your Allstate agent or call 1-800-ALLSTATE (1-800-255-7828).

Things to Consider Before Moving
Will I need to change my insurance coverage? Should I buy or rent my new place? What can I afford? Relax! We'll help you sort through your options.

Moving Tools and Tips
There's a lot to keep track of when you move. Our checklists will help you so moving will be a breeze. Always check out the moving company's registration number, references and complaint history at Relocation.com. This is important, even if your move is within Colorado.

Need an Insurance Policy in Colorado?
Find out if switching to Allstate might save you money by getting an auto insurance quote today (it's easy!). You can also talk to an Allstate agent right in your neighborhood or call 1-866-621-6900 to get a quote over the phone.

Scenic Drives

Some suggested scenic road trips.
Scenic Drives in Colorado
Preview upcoming events, historic sites and museums. Find transportation information along with state maps at the Colorado State Tourism site.

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Coverage limits/deductibles identified as "most common" in the chart above are the most popular limits/deductibles selected by Allstate Insurance Company policyholders in Colorado. Please note state minimums may change from time to time. Check with your state if you have additional questions about current state minimum.