Lydia M. moving May 25, 2025

Moving from Charlotte to Payson next month

Been meaning to ask this. Just moved here 17 months ago and The unemployment rate is 3.3%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average around $84,286 in Payson. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Am I wrong here? Thanks in advance! Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

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Amelia K. Jun 23, 2025

accurate

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Ryan O. May 29, 2025

Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.

If you value safety, you'll love it. The community vibe is genuinely average and I've found it's improved dramatically in recent years. My neighborhood (West) is wild and I feel safe walking around at night.

But if you're coming from Boston, be prepared for the culture shock. walkability is completely different here. And Rising rent and home prices.

My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.

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