Payson, UT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
22,205 332.4M (US)
Median Age
29.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
82.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
26.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$84,286 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$388,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$512 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,100 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
79.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Utah County
1
Provo-Orem-Lehi Metro Area
1
Utah
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Utah County
3
Provo-Orem-Lehi Metro Area
3
Utah
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 10 27
Feb 1 9 32
Mar 2 5 41
Apr 2 3 48
May 2 0 57
Jun 1 0 67
Jul 1 0 75
Aug 1 0 73
Sep 1 0 63
Oct 2 1 50
Nov 1 5 38
Dec 1 10 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 6% of residents leaning left and 83% leaning right.

Liberal (6%) (85%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 60%
Hillary Clinton 7%
Other 33%

Schools

Wilson School
<1 miles, NW 2.3 star
Park View School
<1 miles, E 2.3 star
Mt Nebo Junior High
<1 miles, NW 1.4 star
Payson Jr High
<1 miles, S 1.9 star

Colleges

Hospitals

Mountain View Hospital
1 miles, E 3.2 star
Utah Valley Hospital
15 miles, NE 5 star

Airports

Provo Municipal Airport
13 miles, NE 1 star
Ogden-Hinckley Airport
81 miles, N 1 star
Vernal Regional Airport
121 miles, E 1 star