Texas State Information
Welcome to the Texas information page! Take a look around and learn more about Texas's history, and view some interesting facts and pieces of trivia. You can also find tips for scenic road trips and information about TX auto insurance. If you are moving to the great state of Texas, you will be interested in tips to help you get started including: information about changing your driver's license, help with getting an auto insurance quote and even a handy Allstate Moving Checklist to get you organized.
Little Bit of History
The state of Texas encompasses 267,339 square miles and is ranked second in the nation's total area. It was the 28th state to enter the union, joining the United States on December 29, 1845. Texas was named after the Hasinai Indian word tejas meaning friends or allies.
Motto-
Friendship
Capital-
Austin
Time Zone-
Central & Mountain
Demonym-
Texan
Introduced - 2004
Texas, Our Texas
Texas, Our Texas!all hail the mighty State!
Texas, Our Texas!so wonderful so great!
Did You Know?
- Pecos is the home of the world's first rodeo, held on July 4, 1883.
- More land is farmed in Texas than in any other state.
- Austin is considered the live music capital of the world.
- The first major oil well in Texas was Spindletop, striking oil on January 10, 1901.
Want more state information like this? Look it up at 50states.com
Driving in Texas
Take a spin through the Be prepared with need-to-know basics such as obtaining your driver's license, vehicle registration, and requirements for ID cards by visiting the Texas Department 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 Texas.
Need an Insurance Policy in Texas?
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.
Preview upcoming events, historic sites and museums. Find transportation information along with state maps at the Texas State Tourism site.
For more information specific to Texas visit:
Click on the state listed below for information from other states.
New Mexico,
Colorado,
Oklahoma,
Kansas,
Missouri,
Arkansas,
Louisiana,
Mississippi
Coverage limits/deductibles identified as "most common" in the chart above are the most popular limits/deductibles selected by Allstate Insurance Company policyholders in Texas. Please note state minimums may change from time to time. Check with your state if you have additional questions about current state minimum.