Moab
City in Grand County, Utah

Moab is a city in Grand County, Utah, with 5,366 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 4,026 ft (1,227 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Castle Valley, 9.2 miles NE.
- 5,366residents (2020 Census)
- 4,026 ftelevation · 1,227 m
- 4.8 sq miland area · 12.5 km²
- 1,115 / sq mipopulation density
- 84532ZIP code
About Moab
Moab ( ) is the largest city in and the county seat of Grand County in eastern Utah in the western United States, known for its dramatic scenery. The population was 5,366 at the 2020 census. Moab attracts many tourists annually, mostly visitors to the nearby Arches and Canyonlands National Parks. The town is a popular base for mountain bikers who ride the extensive network of trails including the Slickrock Trail, and for off-roaders who come for the annual Moab Jeep Safari.
Moab is home to one of the nine regional campuses of Utah State University.
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Living in Moab
- Median household income
- $61,667
- Median home value
- $518,900
- Median rent
- $969/mo
- Median age
- 35.8
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Moab had 5,366 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 5,366 |
|---|---|
| Density | 1,115 per sq mi (431 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Moab at a glance
| State | Utah (UT) |
|---|---|
| County | Grand County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 5,366 (2020) |
| Land area | 4.81 sq mi (12.5 km²) |
| Elevation | 4,026 ft (1,227 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.5701° N, 109.5478° W |
| ZIP code | 84532 |
| Official website | moabcity.org |
| Census code (GEOID) | 4950700 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Moab
- Castle Valley9.2 mi NE
- Spanish Valley9.5 mi SE
- La Sal24.1 mi SE
- Thompson Springs28.5 mi N
- Green River44.5 mi NW
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Moab
What county is Moab in?
Moab is in Grand County, Utah.
What is the population of Moab, UT?
5,366 people lived in Moab at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Moab, UT?
The ZIP code of Moab is 84532.
What is the elevation of Moab?
4,026 feet (1,227 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Moab?
Castle Valley (9.2 mi), Spanish Valley (9.5 mi), La Sal (24.1 mi), Thompson Springs (28.5 mi), Green River (44.5 mi).
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