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Memphis, AL

Alabama

Memphis is a small town in Alabama with a population of 27. Residents earn $2,499 per year, which is 97% below the national average.

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
27 Population 69/sq mi density
$2,499 Median Income $17,589 per capita
$57,900 Home Value
63°F Avg Temperature 323 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$2,499 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$57,900 home value
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
30.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $2,499
97% lower than US avg
Home Value $57,900
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.8%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 60.0%
384% higher than US avg

How Memphis Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population27
Median Age23.8 yrs
Density69/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 44%
Veterans24.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$2,499
Per Capita$17,589
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty60.0%
County GDP$346M
Commute38 min

Housing

F
Home Value$57,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units17
Rent Burden34.9%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation172 ft (52 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.8%
High School+84.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 26% / D 73%
Commute38 min
Broadband14.0%
Libraries3

Is Memphis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Memphis receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Memphis has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Memphis is $2,499, 97% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 60.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Memphis is $57,900, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. With a home price-to-income ratio of 23.2x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

30.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Memphis enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 323 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Memphis has a population of 27 with a density of 69 people per square mile. The median age is 23.8 years, 39% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (55.6%), with 44.4% White.

Population

27
Total Population
69
People / sq mi
23.8yrs
Median Age
39% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.7%
Female 59.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Memphis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Memphis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Memphis is $2,499, which is 97% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 60.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Memphis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$2,499
97% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,589
Avg Weekly Wage$817
IRS Avg AGI$40,003

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate60.0%
384% above US avg
Establishments (County)235
County GDP$346M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare15
Retail32
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,608
25% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.9 min
Drive Alone41.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home41.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Memphis is $57,900, 79% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$57,900
79% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden34.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$716
1 Bedroom$772
2 Bedrooms$936
3 Bedrooms$1,206
4 Bedrooms$1,381

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.6%
Housing Units17
Median Year Built1979

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,608
25% below US avg
Effective Rate4.50%
Memphis has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area enjoys 323 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.3°F
17% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation172 ft (52 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density69/sq mi
Coordinates33.1370°N, 88.3059°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28103
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 30.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 47.6-point margin. 14.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 25.9%
D 73.5%

Winner: Democrat by 47.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.8%
9% below US avg
High School+84.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.40
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density69/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access14.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants12
Retail Stores32

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.9 min
Drive Alone41.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home41.7%

Nearby Cities

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