Memphis, AL

Living in Memphis, AL is a unique and exciting experience. The city's southern charm and vibrant culture create an atmosphere that is both relaxing and energizing. There are plenty of things to do and see, from exploring the historic district or enjoying some of the local music venues to shopping at the many boutiques or taking in a show at the famous Orpheum Theatre. There are also plenty of outdoor activities ranging from fishing on the Wolf River to visiting Mud Island Park. With a low cost of living and friendly people, Memphis is an excellent place to call home. College town - West-central Alabama along I-20/I-59, 60 miles west of Birmingham.

State: Alabama
County: Pickens County
Metro Area: Tuscaloosa Metro Area
City: Memphis

Zip Codes: No Zip Codes Here.
Cost of Living: -21.0% lower
Time zone: Central Standard Time (CST)
Elevation: 160 ft above sea level

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Pros
College-town amenities
Strong economy
Healthcare

Cons
Summer heat and humidity
Educational attainment
Isolation

What Bert Has To Say About Tuscaloosa Metro Area

Tuscaloosa is home to the University of Alabama, a large quality institution known among other things for its sports programs, notably football’s “Crimson Tide.” The city has a strong college-town character with the usual entertainment and cultural amenities. For such a college town, the economy has always been fairly diverse, but more recently, the arrival of a Mercedes-Benz plant has done a lot for the city’s economy as well as its image. As found elsewhere in the South, the new auto plant not only brings direct employment but also supports smaller businesses, further strengthening the economy, and that pattern is evident in the strong job statistics.

Highlights

ECONOMY

The unemployment rate in Memphis is 3.8% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%). Recent job growth is Positive. Memphis jobs have increased by 1.7%. More Economy

COST OF LIVING

Compared to the rest of the country, Memphis's cost of living is 21.0% lower than the U.S. average. More Cost of Living or Compare Memphis's Cost of Living

WEATHER & CLIMATE

May, October and April are the most pleasant months in Memphis, while July and August are the least comfortable months. Today's Weather | Climate Averages

VOTING

In the last Presidential election, Pickens county remained very strongly Republican, 57.9% to 41.6%. More Voting Stats

POPULATION

Memphis's population is 6 people. Since 2020, it has had a population growth of 675.0%. Learn More...

TRANSPORTATION

Average Commute time is 29.5 minutes. The National Average is 26.4 minutes. Learn More...

REAL ESTATE

The median home cost in Memphis is . Home appreciation the last 10 years has been 10.8%.

SCHOOLS

Memphis public schools spend $9,520 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $12,383. There are about 13.7 students per teacher in Memphis. More Education

Memphis Rankings

#64	America's Most (and Least) Stressful Cities (117 Smallest Metro Areas)
#100	America's Best and Worst Cities for Crime (Smallest Metro Areas)
#111	2005 Best Places to Live
#299	Best Green Cities

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Housing Market in Memphis

It's a good time to buy in Memphis. Home Appreciation is up 10.8% in the last 12 months.
The median home price in Memphis is .

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