Home Value
$183,300
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
2.0%
94% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Memphis Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population115
Median Age22.4 yrs
Density1,278/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans67.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$24,723
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,090M
Commute29 min
Housing
Home Value$183,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity39.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.0%
Heart Disease4.9%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain30.1 in/yr
Elevation1,093 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+2.0%
High School+92.2%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute29 min
Broadband36.0%
Libraries6
Is Memphis a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Memphis receives an overall livability score of 1.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Memphis faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Memphis is $183,300, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.
Education
2.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Memphis experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.1 inches, including 20.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Memphis has a population of 115 with a density of 1,278 people per square mile. The median age is 22.4 years, 42% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.6%), with 4.3% Hispanic.
Population
22.4yrs
Median Age
42% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 83.8% |
| 7% above US avg |
| Spanish | 16.3% |
| 22% above US avg |
The median household income in Memphis is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $24,723 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $960 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $104,730 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 656 |
| County GDP | $1,090M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 41 |
| Healthcare | 33 |
| Retail | 72 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,137 |
| 75% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.35% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.9 min |
| Work from Home | 9.1% |
The median home value in Memphis is $183,300, 35% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $183,300 |
| 35% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,137 |
| 75% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.35% |
In Memphis, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.0% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Memphis vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.2% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.3% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.5% |
| Asthma | 9.6% |
| COPD | 5.1% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 23.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.1% |
| Depression | 18.0% |
| Mental Distress | 14.8% |
| Physical Distress | 10.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.2% |
| Premature Death | 6,667/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 61.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 33 |
Crime Rates: Memphis vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Memphis has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-5°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 50.0°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 22°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 30.1 inches |
| 21% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 20.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,093 ft (333 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,278/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.0946°N, 96.4331°W |
| County FIPS | 31155 |