Payson is a town located in Gila County, in the state of Arizona (AZ), United States. Nestled in the Mountain division of the West region, it covers an area of 19.5 square miles (51.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 4921 ft. With a population of approximately 13,620 residents, Payson offers a vibrant community life.
The town's population is composed of about 47.96% males and 52.04% females, and it has a population density of 698.46 people per square mile (269.68/km²). Payson lies at a latitude of 34.24 and a longitude of -111.33, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (6.3%), followed by English (16.3%), German (23.1%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 85541.