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Moab, Utah

View north along Main Street (U.S. Highway 191) in Moab, Utah, with the downtown below the red rock cliffs and mesas of surrounding canyons.
Overall fit
Moderate3.1 / 5
Care access
Excellent
Safety
Good3.0 / 5
Climate
Moderate2 / 5
Daily life
2.5 / 5 · Good

Is Moab a good place to retire?

Healthcare access is a real strength here. Take a closer look at how the seasons may feel day to day.

What it may cost

Start with the local estimate. Traveler and couple budgets show how the monthly total can change.

Local monthly estimate

$3,012

Traveler estimate
$4,003
Couple estimate
$5,164
Typical 1BR rent
$613
Cost pressure
Good
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Everyday life

Nearby air service can make family visits simpler. There is an established 50+ community.

31.9%

Residents age 50+

Walkability
Good

2.5 / 5

Some errands may work on foot; a car may still be useful.

Median broadband
159 Mbps

Plenty for video calls and streaming.

Family visits
Airport connected visit
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Getting the care you need

The care picture looks excellent as a starting point. Country-level life expectancy is about 78.9 years.

1

Hospitals nearby

Healthcare access
Excellent
Healthcare quality
Very Poor
Country life expectancy
About 78.9 years
Primary care
Very Poor
Pharmacy access
Excellent
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Understanding safety

Property crime looks better; violent crime is the part to examine more closely.

Overall safety

Good

3.0 / 5

Violent crime
Moderate
Property crime
Very Good
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Living through the seasons

Summers are the easier season. Winter comfort deserves a closer look.

Overall climate comfort

Moderate2 / 5

Summer

89°F

Average high

51 days/year above 90°F

3.4 / 5 · Very Good

Winter

22°F

Average low

144 days/year below freezing

1 / 5 · Poor

Air quality

Excellent

4.9 / 5

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Retirement fit

Why it may fit

A move feels more comfortable when care, costs, seasons, and the places you go each day work together.

Reasons it may fit

  • Healthcare access is rated excellent.
  • 1 hospitals within 12 km are nearby.
  • Primary care access is rated very poor.

What to plan for

  • The local monthly estimate is $3,012, including a typical 1BR rent of $613.
  • Summer comfort is rated very good; the average summer high is Warm · 89°F and 51 days/year are above 90°F.
  • Review both crime measures: Moderate for violent crime and Very Good for property crime.

Questions retirees ask

What should I budget for retirement in Moab?

The current local-resident estimate is $3,012 per month, with a typical 1BR rent of $613. Treat it as a planning starting point and compare the detailed cost categories with your own housing, travel, and healthcare needs.

How is healthcare access in Moab?

Healthcare access is rated excellent, with 1 hospitals within 12 km nearby. Primary care access is rated very poor. Insurance, appointment availability, and the drive from home still matter.

What are the seasons like in Moab?

Summer comfort is very good, with an average high of Warm · 89°F and 51 days/year above 90°F. Winter comfort is poor, with an average low of 22°F / -5°C.

Could this place work for you?

People who value easy access to care may find a lot to like here. Before adding it to your shortlist, take a closer look at violent crime.

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