Moab, UT
Full City Profile · Utah · Grand County County
Moab, UT
At a Glance
How Moab Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Moab's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Moab a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Moab residents earn a median household income of $55,333 , which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,350. The unemployment rate stands at 5.3% (47% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 688 business establishments, including 110 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Moab is $478,700 , 70% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $581,076. Median rent is $945/month, with 31.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 98.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1975.
Safety & Crime
Moab reports 734 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 93% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,198/100K.
Education
35.4% of adults in Moab hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% above the national average). 91.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Moab has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 9.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.