Moab

Unique outdoor playgrounds and parks to exciting hiking and mountain biking.

Welcome to Moab

A scenic, welcoming community with unique landscapes.

Moab is a bustling, attractive community in Grand County, surrounded by massive naturally carved red rock formations and beautiful, rugged desert terrain. It lies in the heart of the Colorado Plateau, featuring vast mountain valleys and alpine beauty that contrast against the panoramic view of the deserts and canyons below. Residents access numerous fun-filled destinations in Moab, from unique outdoor playgrounds and parks to exciting hiking and mountain biking.

With a perfect year-round climate, Moab delivers nonstop fun and excitement. When looking to live in the community, you will find various homes, including beautiful condos, luxury real estate, townhouses, and apartments. In addition, Moab is home to various fine dining places, boutique shopping areas, and unforgettable nightlife.

What to Love

Excellent small-town hospitality
A world-class base camp for mountain biking and hiking
An outdoor recreation mecca
Panoramic views

Local Lifestyle

Moab offers a suburban feel with a desert and mountain lifestyle and is Utah's adventure epicenter, where world-recognized natural destinations are distributed around a town brimming with local charm. It is the gateway to two of Utah's top and most spectacular national parks, packed with several activities. Exploring downtown Moab allows you to access numerous dining and shopping destinations as well as parks and famous movie sites.

Dining, Entertainment, & Shopping

From food trucks to fine dining, there is no shortage of restaurants in Moab, whether looking for breweries, boutique cafes, or diners. For delicious Mexican eats, visit Giliberto's Mexican Taco Shop on Main Street, known for plentiful portions of traditional Mexican dishes with outdoor tables. Fiesta Mexicana is a great alternative offering mouthwatering margaritas, carne asada, and tacos.

Check out Dewey's Restaurant and Bar for perfectly cooked American foods, serving great pasta, meat plates, burgers, sandwiches, and craft beer. Arches Thai is a great spot to explore Asian fares like pho, classic Asian dishes, and curries in a relaxed eatery with a warm space and fireplace. You will find several other eateries along downtown Moab, from fast food restaurants to upscale pizza joints.

Shopping enthusiasts will find Moab a unique place with multiple charming retail shops and malls. Visit The Haberdasher for all your clothing needs.

Things to Do

Moab features a bountiful of things to do, from visiting the gorgeous red rock formations to connecting with residents at one of the city’s many recurring events and festivals. Dead Horse Point State Park is an attractive, expansive state park sitting on a 5,362-acre land with a dramatic observatory of the Colorado River and Canyonlands National Park. This cliffside park offers numerous fun activities like camping spots and biking and hiking trails where you will find outstanding views of the river and surrounding canyon country.

Residents and visitors of Moab can enjoy part of the scenic rocky terrains and find exciting rugged viewpoints. You can explore nine spectacular peaks, hike alpine trails, and visit Mill Creek, Grandstaff Canyon, and Professor Creek, featuring waterfalls amid the desert landscape. Professor Valley can also be ideal, comprising an area featured several times on the big screen due to its iconic, austere beauty.

Moab also hosts several recurring special events and festivals to celebrate various accomplishments. The annual Moab Music Festival, held every September, is an award-winning festival that brings notable musicians to exquisite red rock venues around Moab. Canyonlands Half Marathon is another fantastic event, boasting thousands of runners in March who enjoy running across the scenic red rock formations and winding Colorado River.

Demographics and Employment Data for Moab, UT

Population Households Employment

Moab has 2,364 households, with an average household size of 2.23. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Moab do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 5,329 people call Moab home. The population density is 1,109.97 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

5,329

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

39

Median Age

48.68 / 51.32%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

2,364

Total Households

2.23

Average Household Size

$26,826

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Around Moab, UT

There's plenty to do around Moab, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

66

Somewhat Walkable

Walking Score

96

Biker's Paradise

Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including El Local, Chill and shakes, and Rock Star Catering.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the El Local page on Yelp Search 56 W 100th S on Google Maps	Dining	0.26 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Chill and shakes page on Yelp Search 39 W 100th N on Google Maps	Dining	0.37 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Rock Star Catering page on Yelp	Dining	0.25 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Mas cafe page on Yelp Search 344 S 400th E on Google Maps	Dining	0.29 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Bitsy's Brew page on Yelp	Dining	0.02 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Birdy's Finer Diner page on Yelp Search 989 N Hwy 191 on Google Maps	Dining	1.44 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Windgate Adventures page on Yelp	Active	0.25 miles	22 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Deep Desert Expeditions page on Yelp	Active	0.25 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Momentum Mountain Biking Instruction page on Yelp	Active	0.25 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Moab Reservation Center page on Yelp Search 2182 S Hwy 191 on Google Maps	Active	2.69 miles	16 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the E bike moab page on Yelp Search 825 Kane Creek Blvd on Google Maps	Active	1.1 miles	18 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Corona Arch Trail page on Yelp Search 82 East Dogwood on Google Maps	Active	0.65 miles	15 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Moab Cliffs & Canyons page on Yelp Search 253 N Main St on Google Maps	Active	0.53 miles	49 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Desert Highlights page on Yelp Search 16 S 100th E on Google Maps	Active	0.21 miles	52 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Magpie Cycling page on Yelp Search 711 N 500th W on Google Maps	Active	1.22 miles	27 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Moab Canyon Tours page on Yelp	Active	0.25 miles	19 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the BIG IRON TOURS page on Yelp	Active	0.25 miles	20 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Desert Power Yoga page on Yelp Search 420 N 500th W on Google Maps	Active	0.97 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Bighorn Mountain Biking page on Yelp	Active	0.25 miles	12 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Portal Offroad Tours page on Yelp Search 1261 N Hwy 191 on Google Maps	Active	1.84 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Pedego Electric Bikes Moab page on Yelp Search 1076 S Main St on Google Maps	Active	1 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Epic 4X4 Adventures page on Yelp Search 1041 S Main St on Google Maps	Active	0.92 miles	62 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Moab Tourism Center page on Yelp Search 606 S Main St on Google Maps	Active	0.44 miles	115 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Legends Barber Shop page on Yelp Search 225 S 400 E on Google Maps	Beauty	0.28 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars