Moreno Valley, CA 55+ Active Adult Retirement Communities

Homebuyers seeking 55+ communities in Moreno Valley will enjoy the city's proximity to major metro areas and warm weather. Moreno Valley is part of the Inland Empire area in Riverside County, California.

Climate & Geography

Moreno Valley features a mild semi-arid climate. Summer temperatures reach the 90s, while winter temperatures dip into the 40s, precipitation is minimal, averaging only 10 inches of rainfall annually.

Recreation, Culture & Entertainment

The consistently warm weather in Moreno Valley enables active adults to hike or bike along The M Hike in Box Springs Mountain Park throughout the year. Perris Reservoir in Lake Perris State Recreation Area attracts visitors for fishing, boating, and camping.

Local shopping includes farmers markets, antique shops, and high-end fashion boutiques. Retirees can find brand names and chain restaurants at Moreno Valley Mall, Towngate Shopping Center, and Rio Rancho Super Mall.

San Bernardino, offering more entertainment options, is located a half-hour away. Additionally, the amenities of Los Angeles are just under two hours away.

Cost of Living & Taxes

High housing and transportation costs contribute to Moreno Valley's cost of living being higher than the national average. However, Moreno Valley’s housing costs are much lower than the state average.

California does not tax Social Security or Railroad Retirement benefits. However, all other forms of retirement income are fully taxed, although retirees over 65 can claim a $118 exemption. Property taxes remain below average, while sales taxes are very high.

Health Care

Residents of 55+ communities in Moreno Valley are part of the San Bernardino metro area which ranks in the top 70 communities on Gallup’s Well-Being Index.

Residents of Moreno Valley can easily access quality health care facilities. U.S. News rates Kaiser Permanente Moreno Valley Medical Center, located in the city, as high performing in treating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and heart failure. Additionally, nearby Redlands Community Hospital is high performing, and Loma Linda University Medical Center, located nine miles from Moreno Valley, is nationally ranked.