Memphis, Tennessee

City Profile — Demographics, Income, Education & Housing
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 5-Year Estimates
630,027
Population
$48,090
Median Income
$139,600
Home Value
34.5
Median Age

Demographics

Memphis has a population of 630,027 with a median age of 34.5. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:

Black
64.4%
White
26.5%
Hispanic
8.0%
Asian
1.6%
Demographic Value
Total Population630,027
Median Age34.5
White26.5%
Black or African American64.4%
Asian1.6%
Hispanic or Latino8.0%

Income & Economy

The median household income in Memphis is $48,090, which is 36.0% below the national median of $75,149. The per capita income is $31,060. The poverty rate is 23.6%.

$48,090
Median Household Income
$31,060
Per Capita Income
23.6%
Poverty Rate

Employment

The unemployment rate in Memphis is 8.6%, compared to the national rate of 5.4%.

Education

In Memphis, 87.2% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 27.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10.9% with a graduate or professional degree).

HS Diploma+
87.2%
Bachelor's+
27.9%
Graduate+
10.9%
Education Level % of Adults (25+)
High School Diploma or Higher87.2%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher27.9%
Graduate or Professional Degree10.9%

Housing

The median home value in Memphis is $139,600, below the national median of $281,900. The median monthly rent is $1,050. The homeownership rate is 46.6%.

$139,600
Median Home Value
$1,050/mo
Median Rent
46.6%
Homeownership Rate
Housing Metric Value
Median Home Value$139,600
Median Monthly Rent$1,050
Homeownership Rate46.6%
Vacancy Rate13.3%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Memphis, Tennessee?
The population of Memphis, Tennessee is 630,027 according to U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Memphis, Tennessee?
The median household income in Memphis, Tennessee is $48,090. This is 36.0% below the national median of $75,149.
What is the median home value in Memphis, Tennessee?
The median home value in Memphis, Tennessee is $139,600. The median monthly rent is $1,050.
What percentage of people in Memphis have a college degree?
In Memphis, Tennessee, 27.9% of adults age 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 87.2% have a high school diploma or higher.
Is Memphis, Tennessee an affordable place to live?
The home price-to-income ratio in Memphis, Tennessee is 2.9x (median home value $139,600 vs. median income $48,090), making it relatively affordable by that measure. A ratio under 4.0 is generally considered affordable.

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