Why Memphis
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Welcome to Memphis!
A city that offers a unique blend of small-town charm and big-city potential. With its distinctive Memphis soul, a touch of grit and grind, and a healthy dose of can-do spirit, it’s no wonder this city breeds artists, entrepreneurs, innovators, and business and community leaders.
Mid-Sized City, Greater Vibe.
Memphis has an undeniable energy and a vibe that’s hard to match, experienced by both locals and visitors. From our vibrant Downtown overlooking the mighty Mississippi River to our eclectic, leafy neighborhoods and surrounding communities steeped in sounds, sights and history, it’s no surprise that Memphis is the most referenced U.S. city in song lyrics.
Our Quality of Living Makes Us Greater.
Offering an abundance of outdoor adventures, cultural hotspots, and a cost of living that won’t break the bank, Greater Memphis boasts year-round professional and collegiate sports, live music venues, cultural institutions, and a central U.S. location that puts you within a two-day drive to most of the country’s population. As it’s home to some of the most recognizable and respected global brands, including FedEx, AutoZone, International Paper, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and Terminix, Memphis’s thriving business environment continually evolves and offers new growth opportunities.
There’s More to Love in Memphis
- Cost of living is 10.6 percent below the national average
- No state income tax
- Ideal market for younger home buyers
- Competitive combined utility rates
- The 100-trillion-gallon Memphis Aquifer provides some of the planet’s cleanest water
- Centrally located in the U.S.
- Average commute time: 22.5 minutes
- Reach 40 percent of the U.S. population within a day’s drive
- Nonstop flights to 32 destinations
- Numerous performing arts centers and entertainment options, from live theater to professional ballet, symphony and opera, and the latest in arena shows and Broadway tours
- Music venues for all tastes and ages
- World-class attractions, including the Memphis Zoo, Stax Museum, The National Civil Rights Museum, the Home of Elvis Presley, Beale Street, B.B. King’s, The Peabody, The Brooks Museum, Crosstown, The Rock n’ Soul Museum, Southland Casino, Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid, just to name a few. Visit Memphis Travel for more.
- Home to Memphis Grizzlies (NBA), Memphis Redbirds (MiLB), Memphis 901FC (USL), plus the University of Memphis Tigers
- Abundant green spaces and urban parks, including Shelby Farms Park and Overton Park
- Extensive network of trails and cycling routes, including Memphis Greenline and Memphis Big River Crossing
- Food festivals, music festivals, arts & crafts festivals, and cultural celebrations
