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Moscow, Idaho

Drone view of Moscow, Idaho State, USA
Overall fit
Moderate3.3 / 5
Care access
Good
Safety
Good3.0 / 5
Climate
Moderate2.4 / 5
Daily life
2 / 5 · Moderate

Is Moscow a good place to retire?

There is enough here to deserve a closer look. The monthly budget is worth a closer look.

What it may cost

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

Local monthly estimate

$3,210

Traveler estimate
$4,336
Couple estimate
$4,777
Typical 1BR rent
$811
Cost pressure
Moderate
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Everyday life

Nearby air service can make family visits simpler. The age mix includes a smaller 50+ community.

19.8%

Residents age 50+

Walkability
Moderate

2 / 5

A car will likely make everyday errands easier.

Median broadband
319 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 good as a starting point. Country-level life expectancy is about 78.9 years.

1

Hospitals nearby

Healthcare access
Good
Country life expectancy
About 78.9 years
Primary care
Good
Pharmacy access
Very Good
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Understanding safety

Violent crime looks better; property crime is the part to examine more closely.

Overall safety

Good

3.0 / 5

Violent crime
Excellent
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

Moderate2.4 / 5

Summer

83°F

Average high

27 days/year above 90°F

4.1 / 5 · Very Good

Winter

25°F

Average low

138 days/year below freezing

1 / 5 · Poor

Air quality

Excellent

4.7 / 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 good.
  • 1 hospitals within 12 km are nearby.
  • Primary care access is rated good.

What to plan for

  • The local monthly estimate is $3,210, including a typical 1BR rent of $811.
  • Summer comfort is rated very good; the average summer high is Mild · 83°F and 27 days/year are above 90°F.
  • Review both crime measures: Excellent for violent crime and Very Good for property crime.

Questions retirees ask

What should I budget for retirement in Moscow?

The current local-resident estimate is $3,210 per month, with a typical 1BR rent of $811. 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 Moscow?

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

What are the seasons like in Moscow?

Summer comfort is very good, with an average high of Mild · 83°F and 27 days/year above 90°F. Winter comfort is poor, with an average low of 25°F / -4°C.

Could this place work for you?

There is enough here to deserve a closer look. Before adding it to your shortlist, take a closer look at the monthly budget.

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