Georgia State Information

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

Little Bit of History

The state of Georgia encompasses 59,425 square miles and is ranked 24th in the nation's total area. It was the 4th state to enter the union on January 2, 1788. Georgia was named after King George II of England.

Essentials

Motto -

Wisdom, Justice, and Moderation

Capital -

Atlanta

Time Zone -

Eastern

Demonym -

Georgian

Quarter

Introduced - 1999

Song

Georgia on My Mind

Georgia, Georgia, the whole day through,

Just an old sweet song keeps Georgia on my mind.

Did You Know?

Georgia is the nation's number one producer of the three Ps—peanuts, pecans, and peaches.
Athens is the location of the first university chartered and supported by state funds.
Coca-Cola was invented in May 1886 by Dr. John S. Pemberton in Atlanta, Georgia.
Known as the sweetest onion in the world, the Vidalia onion can only be grown in the fields around Vidalia and Glennville.

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Driving in Georgia
Browse through the Georgia Department of Driver Services website and prepare yourself with important information such as requirements for obtaining your Georgia driver's license and vehicle registration information.

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 Georgia.

Need an Insurance Policy in Georgia?
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 Georgia
Preview upcoming events, historic sites and museums. Find transportation information along with state maps at the Georgia 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 Georgia. The suggested minimum liability limits for Allstate policyholders in Georgia are noted as well.

Please note there may be state minimums which also may change from time to time. Check with your state if you have additional questions about current state minimum.