Payson, Utah
Quick Statistics
Payson is a community in Utah County, Utah, home to about 23,039 people spread across 13.2 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $35,286 a year, and a typical home is worth about $429,600. About 38.3% of adults hold a college degree, and 92.6% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 26 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Utah towns GeoStat tracks, Payson ranks number 42 of 326 in population, number 139 in median household income, number 152 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Payson typically top out near 93°F in July, while January nights average about 22°F. The area sees roughly 66 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Spring Lake, UT | 2.0 mi. | 657 |
| 2. | West Mountain, UT | 2.6 mi. | 1,282 |
| 3. | Elk Ridge, UT | 3.7 mi. | 4,898 |
| 4. | Salem, UT | 4.0 mi. | 10,324 |
| 5. | Benjamin, UT | 4.2 mi. | 864 |
| 6. | Woodland Hills, UT | 4.6 mi. | 1,559 |
| 7. | Santaquin, UT | 5.4 mi. | 16,436 |
| 8. | Genola, UT | 6.0 mi. | 1,842 |
What is the population of Payson, Utah?
Payson has a population of about 23,039 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Payson, Utah in?
Payson is located in Utah County, Utah.
What is the median home value in Payson, Utah?
The median home value in Payson is about $429,600, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Payson, Utah?
The median personal income in Payson is about $35,286 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Payson, Utah?
Since 1950, 10 tornadoes have been recorded in Utah County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Payson, Utah?
Typical July highs run about 93 degrees and January lows about 22 degrees, with around 66 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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