Zip 85541 (Payson, AZ) Cost of Living


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Payson cost of living score
92.4
Less expensive
7.6% lower
than the US average
13.2% lower
than the Arizona average
Payson (zip 85541), Arizona gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 92.4, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 7.6% lower than the U.S. average and 13.2% lower than the average for Arizona.

Zip 85541 (Payson, AZ)

Housing costs in Payson?
A typical home costs $402,100, which is 18.9% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 1.3% less expensive than the average Arizona home, at $407,400. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Payson costs $1,120 per month, which is 27.7% cheaper than the national average of $1,550 and close to the state average of $1,100.

Can I afford Payson?
To live comfortably in Payson (zip 85541), Arizona, a minimum annual income of $77,040 for a family, and $34,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Payson?
The cost of living in 85541 Payson, AZ is relatively low compared to many other cities around the country. The median home value in the area is just $164,400, a full 21 percent lower than the national median. Average rental rates are also lower than average for the state and nation. The overall cost of living is also 4 percent less than the national average, making it a great place to live for those on a budget. Additionally, taxes are much lower than most other places in Arizona; property tax rates are safe at 0.77% and sales tax is only 6.6%. All these factors make 85541 Payson, AZ an ideal location for people who want to save money on their living expenses while still enjoying all that the city has to offer.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesPaysonArizonaUnited States
  92.4106.4100.0
  97.396.1100
  106.997.3100.0
  114.2119.7100.0
  $402,100$407,400$338,100
  105.2%102.7%100.0%
  75.2107.0100.0
  80.993.7100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 6 years ago

Good stuff....Beautiful! Mild climate, lots of sunshine. Lots of outdoorsy activities because Payson is surrounded by national forest. 2 beautiful safe gated golf  More

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Over 7 years ago

Four seasons, but rarely too cold or too  More

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