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Elvis lived on Graceland's back yard. Martin Luther King Jr. was killed at the Lorraine Motel. Beale Street birthed the blues. And FedEx moves half the world's express cargo through Memphis every night. That's a lot of city for 620,000 people.

  • 620,000 City population
  • 1,350,000 Metro area
  • 1819 Founded
  • West Tennessee (Mississippi River) Region
What Memphis Is Known For

Why people move to Memphis.

  • The birthplace of the blues — Beale Street, Sun Studio (where Elvis recorded), and Stax Records all shaped American music
  • Elvis Presley's Graceland — the second-most-visited home in the US after the White House
  • National Civil Rights Museum at the Lorraine Motel — where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated
  • Memphis BBQ — dry-rubbed ribs and pulled pork that anchor one of America's great regional food traditions
  • FedEx global hub — 'the super hub' moves 1.5 million packages every night from Memphis International
  • The Mississippi River — Memphis's defining geographic feature and former commercial lifeblood
Fun Fact

The Peabody Hotel in downtown Memphis is famous for its twice-daily Duck March. Five live mallard ducks live in a rooftop penthouse and are paraded down the elevator to the hotel's marble lobby fountain every morning at 11 AM and back up at 5 PM. The tradition started as a drunken prank in the 1930s and is now a formal ceremony with a red carpet and a 'Duckmaster.'

Neighborhoods

Where people live in Memphis.

A quick guide to Memphis's most moved-to neighborhoods.

  • Downtown / South Main

    Beale Street, FedExForum, the Mississippi Riverwalk. High-rise condos and lofts; parking coordination needed.

  • Midtown

    Eclectic neighborhood with historic bungalows, craft beer, Overton Park, and Memphis Zoo. Memphis's most walkable urban area.

  • East Memphis

    Affluent neighborhoods with top schools, Shelby Farms Park, and established residential streets. Memphis's suburban core.

  • Cooper-Young

    Walkable historic neighborhood with restaurants, coffee shops, and restored bungalows. One of Memphis's hippest areas.

  • Germantown (separate city)

    Upscale suburb east of Memphis proper. Own school district, high-end retail, family-oriented.

  • Cordova

    Fast-growing unincorporated Shelby County suburb. Master-planned family communities and new construction.

Things To Do

Where people spend their time in Memphis.

  • Graceland (Elvis's home) Whitehaven
  • National Civil Rights Museum (Lorraine Motel) South Main
  • Beale Street Downtown
  • Sun Studio Midtown
  • The Peabody Duck March Downtown
  • Stax Museum of American Soul Music Soulsville
What To Know

Planning a Memphis move.

  • Memphis is on the Mississippi River; flood-zone considerations matter for anyone moving to South Memphis or riverside neighborhoods. Check FEMA flood-zone status and historical water levels before closing on a Memphis property.
  • Tornado season (March–May) is a real risk — Memphis sits in the southern reach of Tornado Alley and the heart of Dixie Alley. The 2023 Rolling Fork MS tornado was about 90 miles away. Confirm weather-reschedule clauses for spring moves.
  • FedEx peak-season relocations (October–November and post-peak in February) drive mover demand spikes. Memphis's FedEx 'Super Hub' at Memphis International is the largest cargo airport in North America.
  • Summer heat + humidity is brutal (mid-90s with dew points in the 70s June–September). Morning-only move scheduling is standard; heat-sensitive items need careful handling.
Common Questions

Moving in Memphis: FAQ.

How much does it cost to move within Memphis?

Local moves under 50 miles run $700–$2,400 for a 1–2 bedroom and $2,300–$5,400 for a 3–4 bedroom. Memphis is among the cheaper major metros in the Southeast — typically 15–25% below the national average. East Memphis and Germantown moves are slightly pricier.

Is Memphis safe?

A mixed picture. Memphis has higher crime rates than national averages, concentrated in specific neighborhoods. East Memphis, Germantown, Cordova, Collierville, and Midtown are generally safe and family-oriented. Research your specific neighborhood and block before committing to any Memphis address.

Do Memphis movers need a state license?

Yes. Tennessee household-goods movers must be licensed by the Tennessee Public Utility Commission (TPUC). Verify any Memphis mover's license at the TPUC public lookup before signing. Unlicensed movers are persistent in the market.

Is Memphis good for FedEx careers?

Yes. FedEx employs roughly 30,000 people in Memphis — corporate HQ functions, the Super Hub, and ground logistics. Most are based near Memphis International Airport (South Memphis) or at corporate offices in East Memphis. Relocations for FedEx positions are a regular part of the local moving market.

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