Adams County, Illinois
Payson Real Estate and Local Guide
Small rural village south of Quincy in the Quincy micropolitan area, originally laid out New-England style around a central town square. Ranked Realty pairs verified local data with the agents who know Payson best.
About the area
Living in Payson, IL
Payson Township was the site of the 1860 Stone's Prairie Riot, a Civil War-era clash tied to a Wide Awakes political rally.
The housing market
Homes in Payson
- About 84.1% of housing units are owner-occupied.
- About 85.1% of homes are single-family detached houses.
- The median home value is about $118,000.
Landmarks and lifestyle
What makes Payson home
Payson Old Settlers
Annual community festival held the first full weekend of August since 1893, with a parade, carnival, and pageants
Payson town square
The village was platted New-England style around a central town square in the 1830s
Payson Memorial Park
Village park with a playground, pickleball courts, a basketball court, and a stage
North and South Park
Adjoining village parks that host the annual Old Settlers festival
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Local facts on this page are verified against public sources as part of the AppWT local-data project. Data reflects the most recent available figures.