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Kahului, HI vs Payson, AZ

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Are people in Payson older or younger than people in Kahului?
- The Median Age in Payson is 18.3 years older than in Kahului.

Are housing costs cheaper in Payson or Kahului?
- Payson housing costs are 56.6% less expensive than Kahului housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Payson or Kahului?
- The average commute for residents of Payson is 1.7 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Kahului.

Things to do in Kahului?
Kahului, HI can be found on Maui island’s northern coastin Hawaiiand has grown over recent years due to its proximity to several notable tourist destinations including Haleakala National Park and Iao Valley State Park. Kahului also experiences exceptional weather all year round which makes it one of those rare places where you can enjoy hot summer days while enjoying the tropical climate at night.

Things to do in Payson?
Payson, AZ is an incorporated town located in Gila County with a population of around fifteen thousand people. Payson offers plenty of outdoor activities perfect for anyone looking to explore nature through hiking trails or fishing at the local rodeo pond! Additionally there are many stores, eateries, and entertainment spots available offering its community something fun to do all year round.

 Kahului, HIPayson, AZUnited States
 Population  Unlock16,229329,725,481
 Median Income$82,219  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock59.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$922,100  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock6.7%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time20.47  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Kahului    3 Reviews

I guess they spray for the bugs at the resorts and keep the a/c blasting, but when you live here you're on your own. Having come from California with no bugs and no  More

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Over 17 years ago

This is definitely the most expensive place I have ever  More

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Over 20 years ago

Playground of the rich and not for working  More

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Reviews for Payson    15 Reviews

We have lived in Payson for over 5 years and love it. It has two large grocery stores, a Walmart, Home Depot, a dozen thrift/ treasure shops, more local shops than we  More

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Over 6 years ago

Payson is a wonderful town especially for retired people and people that want a slower pace... Lots of outdoor activities  More

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Over 6 years ago

I've lived in Payson for 25 years, thank god I worked out of town. There is a saying GO TO PAYSON ON VACATION GO HOME ON PROBATION TURN IN THREE YOU GO  More

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