New Mexico State Information

Welcome to the New Mexico information page! Learn more about New Mexico's rich cultural and historical background through New Mexico trivia, history and facts. You can explore all that New Mexico has to offer with our suggested scenic road trips and information about driving in New Mexico. If you are thinking about moving to the great state of New Mexico, check out tips to help you get started and the handy Allstate Moving Checklist.

Little Bit of History

The state of New Mexico encompasses 121,665 square miles and is ranked 5th in the nation's total area. It was the 47th state to enter the union on January 6, 1912. New Mexico was named by 6th century Spanish explorers who hoped to find gold and wealth equal to that of Mexico's Aztec treasures.

Essentials

Motto-

Crescit eundo
It grows as it goes

Capital-

Santa Fe

Time Zone-

Mountain

Demonym-

New Mexican

Quarter

Introduced - 2008

Song

O, Fair New Mexico

Under a sky of azure,
Where balmy breezes blow,

Kissed by the golden sunshine,
Is Nuevo Mejico.

Did You Know?

• Santa Fe is the highest capital city in the United States at 7,000 feet above sea level.
• Each October Albuquerque hosts the world's largest international hot air balloon fiesta.
• The Palace of Governors in Santa Fe, built in 1610, is one of the oldest public buildings in America.
• Since New Mexico's climate is so dry 3/4 of the roads are left unpaved. The roads don't wash away.

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Are you considering moving to the great state of New Mexico? Here are some tips to help you get a head start right from your computer at home.

Driving in New Mexico
Visit the New Mexico Motor Vehicle Division for important information on obtaining your New Mexico driver's license, requirements for ID Cards, and vehicle registration.

Moving Checklist and Home Inventory Record
There are so many things to remember when moving from Moving can be daunting, especially because there are so many things to remember from getting the storage boxes to calling the utility companies. Don't forget anything with our useful moving tools:

• The Allstate Moving Checklist (PDF format) will help you stay on track!
• Use Know Your Stuff, our online home inventory tool or download the Allstate Household Inventory Record to record your belongings. You can assist your movers and protect yourself by taking a full inventory of your belongings.

Regardless of where your move is, always find the moving company's registration number and check references and complaint history. This information is available at Relocation.com

Need an Insurance Policy in New Mexico?
It's easy to get an auto insurance quote from Allstate and find out if switching to Allstate might help you save money on car insurance. You can also talk to an Allstate agent or call 1-866-621-6900 to get a quote over the phone.

Scenic Drives

Some suggested scenic road trips.

Preview upcoming events, historic sites and museums. Find transportation information along with state maps at the New Mexico State Tourism site.

For more information specific to New Mexico visit:

• New Mexico State Catastrophe Information
• New Mexico Auto Insurance Coverages

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