Payson, UTAH

Zip Codes 84651

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Statistics & Facts

The population of Payson is approximately 14,951 (2002).
The approximate number of families is 2,659 (1990).
The amount of land area in Payson is 14.637 sq. kilometers.
The amount of surface water is 0 sq kilometers.
Payson is positioned 40.03 degrees north of the equator and 111.72 degrees west of the prime meridian. Payson elevation is 4,648 feet above sea level.

Location

Payson location: in the Utah County area, just south Provo on Interstate 15.

Climate & Weather

The climate for Payson is Moderate. There are approximately 10 to 20 inches of snow each year with much more in the mountain areas.
Payson average annual rainfall is 16 inches per year
Payson average temperature is (January) 21 (July) 83 degrees F.

History & History Related Items

Payson history:

The city was named for James Pace and founded in 1850 on the banks of Peteetneet Creek. The first spelling was Pacen, but that was changed when the community was incorporated to Payson. Peteetneet was also an early name for the area after a local Indian Chief, Peteetneet, and his people. The downtown business area has been renovated with a turn of the century motif. Payson is the gateway to many surrounding outdoor recreational areas.
The founding of Payson: October, 1850
The incorporation date of Payson: 21 January 1853

Attractions

Payson attractions:

Mount Nebo Scenic Loop. Call (801) 785-3563 for information. The road reaches elevations of 8,000 fet and beautiful vistas. Four campgrounds are on the trail. The road is open May through October. Cross-country skiers and snowmobilers are allowed use of the area during the winter.

75th Annual Payson Golden Onion Days. Call (801) 465-0533 for more information. Fireworks, flower and art shows and lots of other fun activities. For more information, please call Diana Erb the Onion Days Coordinator at (801) 465-5226.

Annual Scottish Festival
Payson is famous for its annual Scottish Festival held each year during the 2nd weekend in July. Featured are Scottish games, contests, competitions in dance and on the pipes, vendors, Scottish food and entertainment. It is one of the best celebrations in Payson.

The Ute Indian Chief, "BlackHawk," is buried at the BlackHawk Memorial Park 2 miles south of Payson. He was a key figure in Utah's BLACKHAWK WAR of 1865-1872. His bones were dug up by miners in 1917 and he was on display at the LDS CHURCH HISTORY MUSEUM IN Salt Lake City until 1997 when he was re-buried in the land of his fathers - the land he protected and loved! REST IN PEACE.

Visit the Museuum at Peteetneet Academy for the Arts located at 10 South 600 East. The beautifully landscaped grounds add asthetic beauty to one of the most attractive schools in Utah. Named for Chief Peteetneet, who lived on the banks of Peteetneet Creek, the Museum now houses 8 rooms of local History, a fascinating communications room, a costume/clothing room, A school room and a fine arts gallery which features a different artist monthly. A must-see-while-you’re-in-PAYSON!
Hours 9-4 Monday thru Friday
Visit the Ashley National Forest Information booth

GLADSTAN GOLF COURSE - One of the finest in the State, Try- me you'll like it! And you'll be glad you did. Call for T-Times - 801-465-2549

The home of the once proud "Mud Castle," the home of B.F. Johnson, a friend of the Prophet, Joseph Smith, father of 55 children with 7 wives. Here was located a pharmacy, A greenhouse (he sent plants all over the Western U.s. during 1860's), a molasses factory, and a leather works

General Information
Payson is a small, historic community located at the entrance to a beautiful 30-mile long valley near Mt. Nebo in southern Utah County. In just a ten minute drive, residents can enjoy hunting, fishing, camping, and other nature-related activities. Each summer, Payson hosts three well-known festivals: The Scottish Festival, The Salmon Supper, and Golden Onion Days. Payson also boasts a 400-acre campus style industrial center that is adjacent to I-15 and two rail lines.

Between 1998 and 2000, Payson experienced some rapid growth, gaining nearly 1,800 new residents. Payson's median age, 24.4, and household size, 3.71, are both above the county's averages.

Origin of City's Name
Payson was named for James Pace, one of the original Mormon pioneers, who settled there in 1850. For a while the settlement was known as Pacen, which changed when the town was incorporated.

Largest Employer: Mountain View Hospital: 480 employees

State Rank by Population: 34

Political Profile
Out of the 5,984 registered voters, 4,600 cast ballots in the 2000 November election.
 

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Parkview Elementary School

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Payson High

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Payson Jr High

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Taylor Elementary School

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Wilson Elementary School

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Link to Payson City Website: http://www.payson.org

Sources: Payson Chamber of Commerce, Utah County Assessor, Utah County Elections, U.S. Census, State Bureau of Criminal Identification, "Utah: A Guide to the State," by Ward Roylance, and "Utah Place Names," by John Van Cott.