Cost of Living in Payson, UT
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
131.8
100 = national avg
+31.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$58,009
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$137,113
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing161.7
Food114.4
Transportation103.4
Healthcare111.5
Utilities121.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,265
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,460
per month
The overall cost of living index in Payson is 131.8, which is 31.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 161.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $58,009 per year to cover basic expenses.