New York State Information

Thanks for visiting the New York information page! This page is your resource for New York. Learn about state facts, history, trivia, scenic routes and information about New York's auto insurance laws. If you are planning to move to the great state of New York you will find our moving tips and the Allstate Moving Checklist and Household Inventory Record very useful.

Little Bit of History

New York covers 54,475 square and ranks as the 27th largest state by size. It was the 11th state to join the union on July, 26, 1788. New York was named after the 17th century Duke of York. Musicians coined the term The Big Apple meaning to play the big time.

Essentials

Motto-

Excelsior
Ever Upward

Capital-

Albany

Time Zone-

Eastern

Demonym-

New Yorker

Quarter

Introduced - 2001

Song

I Love New York

There isn't another like it.
No matter where you go.

And nobody can compare it.
It's win and place and show

Did You Know?

• The first railroad in America ran a distance of 11 miles between Albany and Schenectady.
• Gennaro Lombardi opened the first United States pizzeria in 1895 in New York City.
• The first Boys' Club was established in New York City in 1876.
• New York was the first state to require license plates on cars.

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

Driving in New York
Visit the New York Department of Motor Vehicles for important information on obtaining your New York driver's license, requirements for ID Cards, and vehicle registration.

Moving Checklist and Home Inventory Record
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 York?
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 York State Tourism site.

Click on the links below for more information specific to New York:

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

Click on the state listed below for information from other states.
Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Vermont, Connecticut, New Hampshire, Maine