Moab, UT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 5/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
5,316 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
35.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$55,333 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
76.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
13 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$478,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$420 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$807 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
51.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Grand County
5
Utah
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Grand County
3
Utah
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 3 30
Feb 1 1 37
Mar 1 2 46
Apr 1 0 54
May 1 0 64
Jun 0 0 74
Jul 1 0 80
Aug 1 0 77
Sep 1 0 68
Oct 1 0 55
Nov 1 1 42
Dec 1 3 31

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 35% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 46%
Hillary Clinton 36%
Other 17%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, UT State Senate District 26, UT State House District 69, UT
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Schools

Grand County Middle
<1 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Moab Charter School
<1 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Grand County High
<1 miles, S • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Colorado Mesa University
64 miles, E • 1.9 star
Technical College of the Rockies
82 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Community Hospital
62 miles, E • 5 star
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Airports

Canyonlands Field
17 miles, N • 1 star
Grand Junction Regional Airport
67 miles, E • 1.4 star
Montrose Regional Airport
90 miles, SE • 1 star
Vernal Regional Airport
129 miles, NE • 1 star
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