Payson Property Tax
When Payson incorporated in 1973, the roughly 2500 residents supported incorporation with the understanding that property taxes would not increase to pay for services they already had through the county. At the time property owners paid a tiny percentage for an early fire district that serviced the area. Almost 53 years later, that percentage has not changed. In fact, a town code limits Town of Payson (TOP) property tax increases. For 2025, the TOP collected just $717,831.00 from residential and commercial property taxes, an inadequate amount to operate and improve town infrastructure. Click on the QR code to the right to look up the property tax for a Payson address.

Frequently Asked Questions
It is worth examining your property tax bill to understand how your payment is distributed. Additionally, your diligence may be rewarded by catching billing oversights.
How do I view a property tax report?
Activate the QR code above or click here and choose the Public User Login. Enter an address by House Number and Street Name (Don't include Street, Drive, Lane, etc.). Under Print Forms choose "Statement of Taxes Due." Then open the file.
About 40% of the property tax you pay goes to Gila County. Property taxes are public records. Look up other addresses to confirm that the Town of Payson receives less than 3% of what property owners pay.
Am I eligible for any property tax credits?
If your home is your primary residence, you should see a "State Aid for Education" credit listed in parentheses based on your home's valuation (maximum $600). This is described in A.R.S. 15-972. If you do not see this credit, visit the Assessor's office after completing this form: Owner's Request for Address and/or Occupancy Classification Change
Why aren't we renovating the existing pool?
After the May 14th presentation focusing on the feasibility of renovating Taylor Pool, including the Taylor Pool Assessment dated May 5, 2025, the Town Council approved, on a 4-3 vote, to pursue the Malibu site. Much was done to explore the possibilities with the existing pool beyond the assessment such as a cost estimate and even a Rumsey Park parking study, all used to inform the Council's decision. A summary of the options can be found in the decision request.
What will prevent maintenance from being deferred again with a new pool?
When Council approved the 1% sales tax increase, the original plan was to use the proceeds from that 1% tax toward a bond to pay for a host of capital projects including Green Valley Parkway, the event center, and an aquatic center. Due to threats of litigation at the time, that bond never happened, but 25% of the 1% sales tax revenue is now budgeted for maintenance and operations to prevent any future deferred maintenance.
What is the projected cost for maintenance and operation of the Malibu pool?
At the September 24, 2025 Town Council meeting, the town manager announced a predicted M&O cost of $482,240.00 a year.
How will the $16 million pool bond impact my residential property tax?
The maximum interest rate on the $16 million is 6%; this could be less based on the recent Federal Reserve reduction of interest rates. The maximum number of years to pay off this loan is 25 years, which could be less due to additional principal payments.
That said, the predicted impact to $100,000 of home valuation is $41.27 per year or $3.44 a month. For a $300,000 home, the impact would be $123.81 a year or $10.32 per month.
How will the $16 million pool bond impact my commercial property tax?
The maximum interest rate on the $16 million is 6%; this could be less based on the recent Federal Reserve reduction of interest rates. The maximum number of years to pay off this loan is 25 years, which could be less due to additional principal payments.
That said, the predicted impact to $452,000 of commercial property valuation is $298 per year or $24.83 a month.
I don't own a Payson home, business, or property. How will this cost impact me?
Depending on your landlord, you may see an increase in your rent, but this decision is wholly up to the property owner. When you shop and dine out in Payson, however, you contribute to the operation of the town through sales taxes. Thank you!
It's an investment
Just as most homeowners take out a mortgage to purchase their homes, the Town of Payson requires a loan to pay for significant infrastructure construction. It's a common practice across the country to finance large municipal projects through the sale of bonds. WHY? It's SMART financial practice.
- Because it's cheap: Bonds offer low interest rates.
- Local government can invest general fund income in higher earning interest accounts to build needed reserves.
- Local government doesn't divert income intended for operations to build capital projects to ensure necessary funding for effective operations. Operational funding prevents deferred maintenance.

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