Moffat County in Colorado is a rural county located in the northwest corner of the state. It has a total population of 13,795 people according to the 2019 census. The county is known for its rugged beauty with vast expanses of open land and breathtaking mountain views. The area is popular for outdoor activities including hunting, fishing, and camping. In terms of rankings, Moffat County ranks highly in terms of overall quality of life, education system, cost of living, health's care access and employment opportunities. According to BestPlaces, Moffat county has an overall rank of 70 out of 3,090 counties in the US. It also ranks highly among counties in Colorado with a rank of 6 out of 64 counties in the state. The county has been ranked as one of the best places in Colorado to retire due to its low crime rate and low cost of living. Additionally it receives high marks for air quality and housing affordability making it attractive to families as well as retirees looking for an idyllic place to settle down and enjoy the great outdoors.
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