Washington State Information

Welcome to the Washington information page! Discover Washington by browsing this page for interesting pieces of Washington trivia, history, state facts and scenic road trip ideas. If you are planning to move to the great state of Washington or are just thinking about it, download the Allstate Moving Checklist and Household Inventory Record to help you stay on track.

Little Bit of History

The state of Washington encompasses 71,342 square miles and is ranked 18th in the nation's total area. It was the 42nd state to enter the union on November 11, 1889. Washington was named after the founder of the state, George Washington.

Essentials

Motto-

Alki
Eventually

Capital-

Olympia

Time Zone-

Pacific

Demonym-

Washingtonian

Quarter

Introduced - 2007

Song

Washington, My Home

This is my country;
God gave it to me;
I will protect it, ever keep it free.
Small towns and cities rest here in the sun, Filled with our laughter, "Thy will be done."

Did You Know?

Seattle is home to the first revolving restaurant, 1961.
Washington State produces more apples than any other state in the union.
Popular games Pictionary, Pickle-ball, and Cranium were all invented in Washington.
The oldest operating gas station in the United States is in Zillah.

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Driving in Washington
Visit the Washington State Department of Licensing for important information on obtaining your Washington driver's license, requirements for ID Cards, and vehicle registration.

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 Washington.

Need an Insurance Policy in Washington?
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 Washington
Preview upcoming events, historic sites and museums. Find transportation information along with state maps at the Washington 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 Washington. Please note state minimums may change from time to time. Check with your state if you have additional questions about current state minimum.