Payson Population 2026
Payson has a population of 15,345, making it the #3041 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Arizona. It is about 574× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,345
Rank in United States
#3041
Coordinates
34.23°N, 111.33°W
~1,500 m elevation · America/Phoenix
Distance to capital (Washington)
3,087 km
1,917 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Arizona
Cities near Payson
- Apache Junction38,074 people · ~93 km away
- Scottsdale236,839 people · ~96 km away
- Prescott Valley42,197 people · ~100 km away
- Mesa471,825 people · ~101 km away
- Tempe175,826 people · ~106 km away
- Gilbert247,542 people · ~107 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Payson?
Payson has a population of 15,345 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #3041 biggest city in United States.
What state is Payson in?
Payson is located in Arizona, United States.
Is Payson the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 3,087 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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