Cost of Living in Payson, AZ
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
118.8
100 = national avg
+18.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$52,253
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$123,508
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing151.1
Food99.8
Transportation99.6
Healthcare99.9
Utilities110.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,127
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,479
per month
The overall cost of living index in Payson is 118.8, which is 18.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 151.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $52,253 per year to cover basic expenses.