85541 Zip Code, Payson

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Payson

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 110 / 300 High
Violent Crime 109
9% above national avg
Property Crime 110
10% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 85541 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 85541 in Payson, AZ has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 110, which is 10% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Payson.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 121, 21% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 96).

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 121 (21% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 96 (4% below avg)

85541 Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Payson city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
100 0% Average
Assault
121 +21% Moderate
Robbery
102 +2% Moderate
Rape
112 +12% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
121 +21% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
112 +12% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
96 -4% Average

85541 Crime Map

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85541 Demographics & Context

Population
24,139
Median Income
$55,720
Home Value
$489,105
Median Age
56
Pop. Density
18/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.5%
Graduate Degree 8%

Housing

77%
23%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 89.7%
Black 0.7%
Hispanic 9.5%
Asian 1.1%
85541 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 85541, Payson?

Zip code 85541 in Payson, AZ has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 110, which is 10% above the national average. Zip code 85541 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Payson.

Is Zip code 85541 a safe neighborhood in Payson?

Zip code 85541 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Payson, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 121), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 96). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Payson.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 85541?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 85541 is Assault, with a crime index of 121 (21% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 85541?

Zip code 85541 has a population of approximately 24,139. The median household income is $55,720. The median home value is $489,105. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 85541 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 85541's overall crime rate is 10% above the national average (index 110 vs 100). Within Payson, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated April 2026.