Memphis, TN

Memphis, TN

Updated May 1, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Think twice

Verdict

$375K

Median Price

48/100

Walk Score

7/10

Schools

30 min

to Downtown Memphis

Score Breakdown

DWalkability
48/100
D+Quietness
50/100
D+Safety
55/100
CAffordability
63/100
B-Schools
70/100
B+Commute
85/100
WYLT Score62/100

Our Take

The area offers decent bike routes and solid schools, but the median home price is high relative to median income and walkability is low. Public transit is limited and crime levels are moderately above average. It might work if you need proximity to downtown, but it could stretch your budget.

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The Good

  • Very bikeable with a score of 80
  • Average school rating of 7, many high‑quality schools nearby
  • Low flood risk (Zone X)
  • Good grocery, pharmacy, and medical access

Real Talk

  • !Median home price (375k) is high relative to median income (89k), making ownership expensive
  • !Walk score of 48 means you’ll almost always need a car for errands
  • !Public transit is limited and crime levels in parts of the ZIP are moderate
  • !Noise from highways and occasional nightlife can be disruptive
  • $High property taxes for the area
  • $Utility bills can be high due to older infrastructure
  • $Potential HOA fees in condominiums or planned communities

Best For

young professionalsfamilies with childrenstudentsremote workers

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Memphis, TN

D+

Safety grade

Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate
3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

5% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

Verify with real-time data

Rates are estimated from neighborhood characteristics using national FBI baselines. Actual figures vary by block — always verify with local sources before making decisions.

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