2026 Compare Cities :
Murphys, CA vs Payson, AZ

Change Cities
 Murphys, CAPayson, AZUnited States
 Rainfall  Unlock21.638.1
 Snowfall4.9  Unlock27.8
 Precipitation Days67.964.6106.2
 Sunny257  Unlock205
 Avg. July High  Unlock90.485.8
 Avg. Jan. Low31.8  Unlock21.7
 Comfort Index (higher=better)  Unlock7.97
 UV Index5.3  Unlock4.3
 Elevation ft.217249212443
Reviews for Murphys    2 Reviews

Over 18 years ago

First I should say that Murphys elevation is about 2000 feet despite what the info on this site says. The summers are hot! Very close to Central Valley of California  More

   |    Reply

Over 20 years ago

Murphys is a quaint little town with many activities within a short driving distance but the cost of living in this part of California is high. Many Bay area residents  More

   |    Reply

Start Your Review of Murphys

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

   |    Reply

Over 7 years ago

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

   |    Reply

Over 7 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

   |    Reply

Start Your Review of Payson


Premium Subscription
Includes Cost of Living compares for child care, utilities, transportation, health, taxes, housing for home owners vs renters, weather, insurance premiums and so much more.


The premier source for comprehensive city data for over 30 years.

© Best Places. All rights reserved.