Music and BBQ per dollar; safety drags scores. Median home price runs about $248K with an effective property tax near 0.67% — roughly $1,662/yr on the median home.
Scorecard
Dimension
Memphis
Median home price
$248K
Effective property tax
0.67%
Tax friendliness
9/10
Winter mildness
7/10
Summer comfort
5/10
Walkability
5/10
Outdoor access
4/10
Culture & food
8/10
Healthcare
7/10
Airport connectivity
7/10
Schools
4/10
Safety
3/10
Hazard safety (10 = lowest risk)
5/10
Growth trajectory
3/10
Who it fits: tax-sensitive movers, budget-first buyers. Who should look elsewhere: