SPOTLIGHT ON MEMPHIS

WELCOME TO MEMPHIS,

Memphis is a city on the River in southwest Tennessee, famous for the influential strains of , soul and rock ‘n’ roll that originated there. , B.B. King and recorded albums at the legendary , and Presley’s mansion is a popular attraction. Other music landmarks include the Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum, Blues Hall of Fame and Stax Museum of American Soul Music.

Contents

Climate and Geography 02

Cost of Living and Transportation 03

Sports and Outdoor Activities 04

Shopping and Dining 05

Schools and Education 06

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CLIMATE Memphis, TN Climate Graph

Memphis has a humid subtropical climate with four distinct seasons. Winter weather comes alternately from the upper Great Plains and the Gulf of Mexico, which can lead to drastic swings in temperature. Summer weather may come from Texas (very hot and humid) or the Gulf (hot and very humid). Afternoon and evening thunderstorms are frequent during summer, but usually brief, lasting no longer than an hour. Early autumn is pleasantly drier and mild, but can be hot until late October. Late autumn is rainy and cooler; precipitation peaks again in November and December. Winters are mild Average High/Low Temperatures to chilly with sporadic snowfall. Awesome Low / High thunderstorms can occur at any time of January 33oF / 50oF the year, though mainly during the spring o o months. The air quality index for Memphis July 74 F / 92 F is 11% better than the national average and the pollution index is 43% better than the Average Precipitation national average. Rain 54 in.

Snow 3 in. GEOGRAPHY

Memphis is located in the southwest corner of Tennessee and downtown rises from a bluff along the . The city and metro area spread out through suburbanization and several large parks were founded in the city in the early 20th century, notably in Midtown and . In 2013, USA Today readers voted as America’s Best Iconic Street and Graceland as the Best Iconic American Attraction. The National Civil Rights Museum (at the Lorraine Motel, the site of Rev. Martin Luther King’s assassination) ranked third in the poll of national attractions. The Memphis Riverfront stretches along the Mississippi River from the Meeman-Shelby State Park in the north, to the T. O. Fuller State Park in the south. The River Walk is a park system that connects downtown Memphis from Mississippi River Greenbelt Park in the north, to in the south.

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COST OF LIVING

Compared to the state average of Tennessee the cost of living is 7% lower than the average in Tennessee and compared to the national average it is 16% lower than. Memphis proves to be a very affordable city. Residents enjoy saving on goods and services that are 7% less expensive than the national average. Additionally, groceries are 9% less, utilities are 3% less, and transportation costs are 11% less than the national averages.

Memphis Real Estate

Median Home Purchase Price Median Monthly Rent $75,000 $895

TRANSPORTATION

Highways Interstate Highways 22, 40, 55, 240, 269 US Highways 51, 61, 64, 72, 78, 79 State Highways 14, 23, 175, 176, 385

Airport

Memphis International Airport (MEM)

Department of Motor Vehicles 3200 E. Shelby Drive Memphis, TN 38118 http://www.dmv.org/tn-tennessee

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LIFESTYLE & ENTERTAINMENT

From the foothills of the beautiful Smoky Mountains to the broad banks of the Mississippi, the Volunteer State spans three distinct regions, each with its own personality. You’ll have plenty of room to stretch your legs and plant your roots. There’s plenty here to amuse and entertain you, from our legendary music and arts to our stunning scenery to the endless options for outdoor recreation. Tennessee’s music and arts pedigree is unlike any other. After all, it is the birthplace of rock ‘n’ roll and , the home of the blues and the starting point of soul. Music is only the beginning. Tennessee is legendary for breathtaking landscapes, from lush and crystal-clear rivers to rolling hills and awe-inspiring mountain vistas. People come from all over the world to take advantage of the state’s abundant resources for fishing, , boating, , horseback riding, rock climbing and more.

SPORTS

Teams NBA - Memphis Grizzlies NPSL - Memphis City FC PCL - Memphis Redbirds SPHL - Mississippi RiverKings

Major Venues AutoZone Park FedEx Forum Landers Field Memphis Int’l Raceway Tobey Field

OUTDOORS & ADVENTURE

Parks & Fun on the Water Attractions Discover More

Overton Park Herb Parsons Lake Graceland memphistn.gov Shelby Farms Park Poplar Tree Lake Memphis Botanical Gardens memphistravel.com T.O. Fuller State Park Stanky Creek tnvacation.com

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SHOPPING & DINING

There’s a Reason It’s Called “Memphis Barbecue” From Kitschy to Couture

Eating in Memphis is an experience for the soul, not just the Shopping reigns supreme in Memphis, where you can check stomach. Our specialty may be barbecue (Memphis is home everything off your list. Modern malls selling the latest to more than 100 barbecue restaurants) but – make no fashions? Check. Antiques shops offering vintage goods? bones about it – dining out here doesn’t stop there. There’s Check. Funky record stores, folksy art galleries and historic Southern-style soul food, fine dining, authentic Italian department stores? Check. Even Memphis’ museums and and Mexican cuisine, burger joints, award-winning chefs, attractions have one-of-a-kind souvenirs in their gift shops. breweries, bars and local eateries serving everything from American classics to eclectic dishes.

ART & CULTURE

Memphis is much more than country, soul and blues music. There are theaters and galleries, as well as a rich history represented by its many museums.

Theaters: l Bartlett Performing Arts Center l Hattiloo Theatre l Orpheum Theatre l Theatre Memphis

Museums: l Museum l Civil Rights Museum l Memphis Brooks Museum of Art l Rock N’ Soul Museum l Withers Collection Museum & Gallery

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EDUCATION IN MEMPHIS, TN

Notable Colleges & Elementary & High School

Christian Brothers Memphis, TN Schools There are 187 public schools in Memphis. The LeMoyne-Owen College average student-to-teacher ratio is less than 15:1. Memphis, TN This is better than the national average of 16:1.

Rhodes College Memphis Educational Attainment Memphis, TN High School Graduates or higher 79% Bachelor’s Degree or higher 24%

University of Memphis Contact Memphis, TN Francis E. Coe Administration Building 3890 Hickory Hill Road Memphis, TN 38115 Health Science Center (901) 542-2239 Memphis, TN

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