MoveCostGuide

Moving to Memphis, TN

City Overview

Cost of Living

84

Avg Temperature

52°–72°F

State Income Tax

None

Population

633K

Birthplace of rock and roll and home to legendary barbecue, Memphis has deep musical roots and a soulful character. The cost of living is low, and Beale Street is only the beginning.

Cooper-YoungMidtownHarbor TownOverton ParkDowntown

Average Moving Costs to Memphis

Estimated costs for a 2-bedroom move from the top 10 US cities by population.

FromDistanceFull-ServiceDIY
New York, NY953 mi$2,615$4,101$1,327$2,506
Los Angeles, CA1,600 mi$2,913$4,609$1,693$2,961
Chicago, IL483 mi$2,230$3,506$1,062$2,177
Houston, TX484 mi$2,198$3,464$1,062$2,178
Phoenix, AZ1,260 mi$2,657$4,208$1,500$2,723
Philadelphia, PA879 mi$2,462$3,881$1,285$2,455
San Antonio, TX632 mi$2,269$3,585$1,145$2,281
San Diego, CA1,558 mi$2,880$4,556$1,670$2,932
Dallas, TX420 mi$2,178$3,427$1,025$2,133
San Jose, CA1,772 mi$3,076$4,854$1,789$3,082

Neighborhoods in Memphis

Cooper-Young

A popular neighborhood in Memphis, TN for newcomers and residents alike.

Midtown

A popular neighborhood in Memphis, TN for newcomers and residents alike.

Harbor Town

A popular neighborhood in Memphis, TN for newcomers and residents alike.

Overton Park

A popular neighborhood in Memphis, TN for newcomers and residents alike.

Downtown

A popular neighborhood in Memphis, TN for newcomers and residents alike.

Cost of Living in Memphis

84

Cost of Living Index

16% below the national average of 100

Index: 100 = national average. Scale capped at 150.

Avg 1BR Rent

$900/mo

Avg 2BR Rent

$1,050/mo

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