Livability Score

67
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities A+

There are lots of amenities close to this location.
Coffee (6) A+
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
King's Palace Cafe
Coffee Shop
Tamp and Tap
Coffee Shop
Bluff City
Coffee Shop
Cafe Keough
Coffee Shop
Cafe Eclectic
Coffee Shop
Plaza Coffee Shop
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Cat House Cafe
Coffee Shop
Otherlands
Coffee Shop
Bluff City Coffee & Bakery
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (36) A+
Memphis Rock 'N Soul Museum
Museum
Gibson Guitar Factory Tour
Attraction
FedExForum
Stadium
WKND Hang Suite
Nightclub
The Eel on Beale (Withers Museum)
Museum
Handy Park Stage
Theatre Arts
Club Rumba
Nightclub
Memphis Music Hall of Fame
Museum
New Daisy Theatre
Theatre Arts
Halloran Centre for Performing Arts & Education
Theatre Arts
Halloran Centre Theater
Theatre Arts
W. C. Handy Home and Museum
Museum
Sidewalk of Stars at the Orpheum
Attraction
The Orpheum
Theatre Arts
National Civil Rights Museum
Museum
Belz Museum of Asian and Judaic Art
Museum
Joysmith Gallery
Art Gallery
Blues Hall of Fame
Attraction
Beale Street Landing
Attraction
The Cotton Museum at the Memphis Cotton Exchange
Museum
Memphis Riverboats
Attraction
Memphis Railroad and Trolley Museum
Museum
Paula & Billford
Nightclub
Powerhouse Cinema Grill and Bar
Cinema
Magevney House
Museum
Food and Drink (28) A+
Silky O'Sullivans
Bar
Silky O'Sullivan's
Bar
A. Schwab's Soda Fountain
Sweets
Wet Willie's Bar
Bar
Tin Roof
Bar
Blues Hall
Bar
B B King Blues Club
Bar
Cupcake Cutie Etc.
Sweets
Jerry Lee Lewis Bar
Bar
Wiseacre Brewing Co.
Bar
Primetime Sports Bar and Club Chill
Bar
The Flying Saucer
Bar
South of Beale
Bar
The Silly Goose
Bar
Makeda’s Homemade Butter Cookies
Sweets
Peabody Deli & Desserts
Sweets
The Peabody Lobby Bar
Bar
local gastro pub
Bar
Calhoun's
Bar
Ernestine & Hazel's
Bar
High Cotton Brewing Co
Bar
Wendy's
Fast Food
Taco Bell
Fast Food
Ghost River Brewery
Bar
KFC
Fast Food
Fitness (4) F
South City Community Resource Center
Community Centre
Gaston Community Center
Community Centre
CrossFit Hit & Run - Midtown
Gym
Planet Fitness
Gym
Riverview Community Center
Community Centre
Pine Hill Community Center
Community Centre
Raymond Skinner Community Center
Community Centre
Groceries (1) F
Viet Hoa Food Market
Grocery Store
Kroger
Grocery Store
Juice Bar
Health Food
Lucy J's Bakery
Bakery
Curb Market
Grocery Store
Cash Saver
Grocery Store
Kroger
Grocery Store
Kroger
Grocery Store
The Fresh Market
Grocery Store
Parks (66) A+
"I am a Man" Plaza
Park
MLK Reflections Park
Park
Handy Park
Park
Robert Church Park
Park
Navy Park
Park
Army Park
Park
Vance Park
Park
Island Play (Beale Street Landing Playground)
Playground
Court Square
Park
Tom Lee Park
Park
Memphis Park
Park
The Fourth Bluff
Park
Mississippi River Park
Park
Brown Park
Park
Mud Island Park
Park
Civic Center Plaza
Park
Ashburn-Coppock Park
Park
Health Sciences Park
Park
Brinkley Park
Park
Morris Park
Park
Martyr's Park
Park
Gaston Park
Park
Winchester Park
Park
Crump Park
Park
Legends Park
Park
Shops (9) C+
A. Schwab
Clothing
Studio 1A
Hairdresser
Peabody Place
Mall
Feathers Spa
Beauty
South Front Antiques
Furniture
M Town Apparel Co.
Clothing
Book Juggler
Books
ALSAC Gift Shop
Gift Shop
Nina's Nails
Beauty
Bland's Barber & Beauty Shop
Hairdresser
Family Dollar
Discount Store
Cricket Wireless
Electronics
OOTHOON'S
Gift Shop
Dawg Team Apparel USA
Pets
The Home Depot
Home Improvement
Next Up Barbershop
Hairdresser
Hi-Tech Wireless
Electronics
Royal Bee Beauty
Beauty
Nail Art
Beauty
T-Mobile
Electronics
Tangles
Hairdresser
Las Savell Jewelery
Fashion
K Circle Convenience Store
Convenience Store
Fantastic Sams
Hairdresser
Lavogue Hair Salon
Hairdresser
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Neighborhoods with high amenity scores:

1. Midtown (A+)

2. Downtown (A+)

3. East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire (D-)

4. Hickory Ridge-South Riverdale (F)

5. River Oaks-Kirby-Balmoral (F)

commute A+

Of all people who commute, 4.3% take public transportation in Downtown.
Public Transit Stops (44)
Stops & Stations A+
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Transit Stop
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Transit Stop
Beale Street
Transit Stop
Beale Street
Transit Stop
Huling
Transit Stop
Peabody Place
Transit Stop
Peabody Place
Transit Stop
Huling
Transit Stop
Beale Street Landing
Transit Stop
Butler
Transit Stop
Butler
Transit Stop
Union
Transit Stop
Union
Transit Stop
Huling Avenue
Transit Stop
Union Avenue
Transit Stop
Central Station
Transit Stop
Central Station
Transit Stop
Central Station
Transit Stop
Memphis Central Station
Transit Station
Third Street
Transit Stop
Third Street
Transit Stop
Madison
Transit Stop
South Court
Transit Stop
North Court
Transit Stop
Danny Thomas
Transit Stop
Workers Taking Public Transit
4.3% C-
See more Downtown commute data

Neighborhoods with high commute scores:

1. Midtown (D-)

2. Downtown (A+)

3. Shelby Forest-Frayser (F)

4. East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire (F)

5. White Haven-Coro Lake (F)

cost of living A+

The cost of living in Downtown is 86/100 - which is 4% lower than Tennessee.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc. A+
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax A+
See more Downtown cost of living data

Neighborhoods with high cost of living scores:

1. Cordova-Appling (A+)

2. River Oaks-Kirby-Balmoral (A+)

3. Eads-Fisherville (A)

4. Windyke-Southwind (B+)

5. Berclair-Highland Heights (A+)

crime F

Downtown crime rates are 13,246 per 100k, which is 353% higher than Tennessee
Property Crime
9,491 crimes per 100k F
Violent Crime
3,755 crimes per 100k F
See more Downtown crime data

Neighborhoods with high crime scores:

1. Windyke-Southwind (B+)

2. Eads-Fisherville (B-)

3. Cordova-Appling (F)

4. River Oaks-Kirby-Balmoral (F)

5. Hickory Ridge-South Riverdale (F)

employment F

The median income in Downtown is $30,027 - which is 36% lower than Tennessee.
Med. Household Income
$30,027 F
Unemployment Rate
7.6% F
See more Downtown employment data

Neighborhoods with high employment scores:

1. River Oaks-Kirby-Balmoral (A+)

2. Cordova-Appling (B)

3. Eads-Fisherville (C)

4. East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire (C)

5. Hickory Ridge-South Riverdale (D-)

health A+

There are many hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (20)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc. A+
Memphis Police Department Entertainment District Unit
Police
Fire Station 2
Fire Station
Fire Station 5
Fire Station
Fire Station 8
Fire Station
Memphis Central Police Station
Police
Van Vleet Memorial Cancer Center
Clinic
Dunn Dental Building
Dentist
Fire Station 1
Fire Station
Outpatient Center
Clinic
Regional Medical Center
Hospital
Le Bonheur Children's Hospital
Hospital
Hamilton Eye Institute
Clinic
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
Hospital
Crump Station
Police
Coleman College of Medicine Building
Doctor
Memphis Fire Department
Fire Station
Memphis VA Medical Center
Hospital
Outpatient Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Methodist Central Hospital
Hospital
Medical Arts Center
Clinic
Satellite Healthcare Poplar Avenue
Clinic
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Fire Station 6
Fire Station
Fire Station 15
Fire Station
Madison Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Air Quality
Median Air Quality C-
See more Downtown health & safety data

Neighborhoods with high health & safety scores:

1. Midtown (A+)

2. Downtown (A+)

3. River Oaks-Kirby-Balmoral (A)

4. Berclair-Highland Heights (F)

5. Cordova-Appling (F)

housing A+

Downtown home prices are $112,443 - which is 23% lower than Tennessee
Home Price
$112,443 F
Home Appreciation Rate
50% A+
Home Affordability
3.7x (home price to income ratio) C
See more Downtown housing data

Neighborhoods with high housing scores:

1. Windyke-Southwind (A+)

2. River Oaks-Kirby-Balmoral (A+)

3. Cordova-Appling (A+)

4. Midtown (A+)

5. Hickory Ridge-South Riverdale (A+)

schools F

The Downtown graduation rate is 73% - which is 8% lower than Tennessee
School Test Scores
16% F
High School Grad. Rates
73% D-
Elementary Schools (22) D-
Downtown Elementary
Kaleidoscope School Of Memphis
Martin Luther King Transition Center
Memphis Grizzlies Preparatory Charter School
B. T. Washington High
Larose Elementary
Ida B. Wells Academy Es/Ms
Carnes Elementary
Bruce Elementary
Bellevue Middle
A. B. Hill Elementary
Cummings Elementary/Middle
Soulsville Charter School
Memphis Academy Of Science Engineering Middle/High
Creative Life Preparatory School
Memphis Scholars Florida Kansas
Memphis Scholars Raleigh-Egypt
Memphis Delta Preparatory Charter School
Kipp Memphis Collegiate Elementary
Circles Of Success Learning Academy
Humes Preparatory Academy Middle School
Aster College Preparatory
Memphis Scholars Caldwell-Guthrie
St Augustine Catholic School
Grace-St Lukes Episcopal School
High Schools (8) D-
Martin Luther King Transition Center
B. T. Washington High
Southwest Early College High School
Hollis F. Price Middle College
Central High
Soulsville Charter School
Memphis Academy Of Science Engineering Middle/High
Creative Life Preparatory School
Memphis Recovery Center
Northwest Prep Academy
Crosstown High School
Manassas High
Hamilton School
Memphis Catholic Middle & High School
Grad Academy Memphis
Compass Community School Midtown Campus
Hamilton High
See more Downtown education data

Neighborhoods with high education scores:

1. Eads-Fisherville (D+)

2. Cordova-Appling (D+)

3. Hickory Ridge-South Riverdale (D-)

4. East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire (F)

5. Windyke-Southwind (F)

ratings D+

Downtown has an overall rating of 58% from 7 reviews.
User Reviews (3)
From AreaVibes F
User Surveys (4)
From AreaVibes A+
See more Downtown user rating data

Neighborhoods with high user rating scores:

1. Midtown (A+)

2. White Haven-Coro Lake (A+)

3. East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire (A+)

4. Cordova-Appling (A-)

5. Hickory Ridge-South Riverdale (B)

Amenities Commute Cost of Living Crime Employment Health & Safety Housing Schools User Ratings

Downtown, Memphis, TN Area Guide

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Most Dangerous Metro City and Homicides Have Increased 0.5 rating By Anonymous ( Dec 14, 2021) We feel like prisoners because it's too dangerous to go outside at any time. It has gotten worse since we moved here 9 years ago. We are planning to move out of Memphis and we are not moving to the outer areas. The crime is bad all over. The city is trying to build up Downtown bu ...Read More t the crime keeps us from enjoying it So, I'm rating at the lowest. Don't move here! Read Less
Not Worth It 2.5 rating By FrasierID ( Sep 27, 2019) Downtown Memphis has improved greatly over the last 30+ years. Remember, this is the place where MLK was assassinated in 1968, and in many respects, the city remains stuck in 1968. The city is obsessed over race, it is sadly unescapable and it makes living in Memphis more stressf ...Read More ul than it should be. The CEO of the Memphis Chamber of Commerce was murdered in early evening in September 2018 in a random robbery attempt in one of Downtown Memphis' newest, nicest areas. Some like this area, many do not. Take your chances, if you like, but know that there are highly dangerous, virtually uninhabitable areas of downtown very close to some of the nicest tourist areas. In addition, the skyline is not impressive (my opinion), and bear in mind that many of the old, larger buildings you see on the skyline are empty. Don't believe the marketing and the hype. Read Less
Downtown Memphis - Rich with Memphians and Barbeque 3.5 rating By Anonymous ( Jun 09, 2014) I've lived in the downtown Memphis area for approximately 5 years. It's encircled by Krump Blvd, the Wolf River, Danny Thomas and Poplar. The area is full of diversity, culture and history. Many types of races and nationalities combine together to form the downtown Memphis are ...Read More a. It's full of those who prefer to travel by foot, bus or car. The public transportation is not as good as Chicago or New York, but it will get you where you need to go.

One of the bigger attractions for this area is the University of Memphis. It's long-standing educational base attracts students from all areas, all walks of life including, but not limited to students overseas. There are several fields in which to major that will produce a very lucrative career.

Moreover, Memphis is known for it's food, especially the barbecue. Practically anywhere you travel in the city, you'll be bombarded and overwhelmed by the smells and tastes the food has to offer. As a tourist, you'll definitely want to take advantage of the many food options that Memphis provides. Barbecue is not only popular; the fried fish can hold it's own among many other options.

Additionally, not only is the food great, but the people that live in the neighborhood and surrounding areas really know how to extend southern hospitality. The generosity and genuineness of the people really make you want to unpack your bags and stay if you're a tourist. If you live there, it's enough to make you not want to pack up your bags and go. You'll always find someone willing to help in some type of way if you find yourself in need, and, if they can't help you, they'll find someone who can.

On the down side, Memphis is known for its crime, and the downtown area is no exception. However, it's not so bad that the area is not livable. You just have to be more cautious of your surroundings and, if you notice anything suspicious, contact MPD, the Memphis Police Department. They are here to help and are always alert and on duty.
So, if you're thinking of moving to Memphis, come on down. Memphians are waiting to shower you with their southern hospitality, and the food is ready to be devoured. Again, you might have to be more cautious than other places, but you will definitely not regret your decision to visit Memphis. Read Less
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Downtown Memphis - Rich with Memphians and Barbeque 3.5 rating By Anonymous ( Jun 09, 2014) I've lived in the downtown Memphis area for approximately 5 years. It's encircled by Krump Blvd, the Wolf River, Danny Thomas and Poplar. The area is full of diversity, culture and history. Many types of races and nationalities combine together to form the downtown Memphis are ...Read More a. It's full of those who prefer to travel by foot, bus or car. The public transportation is not as good as Chicago or New York, but it will get you where you need to go.

One of the bigger attractions for this area is the University of Memphis. It's long-standing educational base attracts students from all areas, all walks of life including, but not limited to students overseas. There are several fields in which to major that will produce a very lucrative career.

Moreover, Memphis is known for it's food, especially the barbecue. Practically anywhere you travel in the city, you'll be bombarded and overwhelmed by the smells and tastes the food has to offer. As a tourist, you'll definitely want to take advantage of the many food options that Memphis provides. Barbecue is not only popular; the fried fish can hold it's own among many other options.

Additionally, not only is the food great, but the people that live in the neighborhood and surrounding areas really know how to extend southern hospitality. The generosity and genuineness of the people really make you want to unpack your bags and stay if you're a tourist. If you live there, it's enough to make you not want to pack up your bags and go. You'll always find someone willing to help in some type of way if you find yourself in need, and, if they can't help you, they'll find someone who can.

On the down side, Memphis is known for its crime, and the downtown area is no exception. However, it's not so bad that the area is not livable. You just have to be more cautious of your surroundings and, if you notice anything suspicious, contact MPD, the Memphis Police Department. They are here to help and are always alert and on duty.
So, if you're thinking of moving to Memphis, come on down. Memphians are waiting to shower you with their southern hospitality, and the food is ready to be devoured. Again, you might have to be more cautious than other places, but you will definitely not regret your decision to visit Memphis. Read Less

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      A+ Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Downtown? Yes, there are lots of amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      "I am a Man" Plaza
      MLK Reflections Park
      Handy Park
      Robert Church Park
      Navy Park
      Army Park
      Vance Park
      Island Play (Beale Street Landing Playground)

      Entertainment

      Memphis Rock 'N Soul Museum
      Gibson Guitar Factory Tour
      FedExForum
      WKND Hang Suite
      The Eel on Beale (Withers Museum)
      Handy Park Stage
      Club Rumba
      Memphis Music Hall of Fame

      Food & Drink

      Silky O'Sullivans
      Silky O'Sullivan's
      A. Schwab's Soda Fountain
      Wet Willie's Bar
      Tin Roof
      Blues Hall
      B B King Blues Club
      Cupcake Cutie Etc.

      A+ Commute

      Is public transit available in Downtown? Of all people who commute, 4.3% take public transportation in Downtown.
      Drive to Work
      77%

      7% lower than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      4%

      4% higher than the US average

      Walk to Work
      5%

      4% higher than the US average

      A+ Cost of Living

      What is the cost of living in Downtown? The cost of living in Downtown is 86/100 - which is 4% lower than Tennessee.
      Downtown
      86

      14% less expensive than average

      Memphis
      86

      14% less expensive than average

      United States
      100

      National cost of living index

      F Crime

      What is the crime rate in Downtown? Downtown crime rates are 13,246, which are 353% higher than Tennessee
      Total Crime
      13,246 per 100k people

      470% higher than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in 8

      470% higher than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      24%

      Year over year crime is up

      F Employment

      What is the median income in Downtown? The median income in Downtown is $30,027 which is 36% lower than Tennessee.
      Median household income
      $30,02746% lower than the US average
      Income per capita
      $22,25525% lower than the US average
      Unemployment rate
      8%

      63% higher than the US average

      A+ Health & Safety

      Is Downtown a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      The Oaks at La Paloma Treatment Center
      Mid South Urology
      Spence and Becky Wilson Baptist Children's Hospital
      St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
      Methodist Central Hospital
      Le Bonheur Children's Hospital
      Memphis VA Medical Center
      Regional Medical Center

      Pharmacies

      Walgreens
      CVS Pharmacy
      Walgreens
      Walgreens
      Rite Aid
      Outpatient Pharmacy
      Madison Pharmacy
      Christ Community Health Services

      Doctors

      Hudson Health Center
      Regional One Health Women's Services
      Coleman College of Medicine Building
      Oakville Mental Health Center
      Just For Women
      Magnolia Clinic
      Sanitas Medical Center
      Zenith Health and Aesthetics

      A+ Housing

      What are Downtown home prices? Downtown home prices are $112,443 - which is 23% lower than Tennessee
      Median home value
      $112,44339% lower than the US average
      Median rent price
      $83312% lower than the US average
      Home Ownership
      33%

      49% lower than the US average

      F Schools

      Does Downtown have good schools? The Downtown graduation rate is 73% - which is 8% lower than Tennessee
      High school grad. rates
      73%

      12% lower than the US average

      School test scores
      16%

      67% lower than the US average

      Student teacher ratio
      0:1

      100% lower than the US average

      D+ User Ratings

      Is Downtown a good place to live? Downtown has an overall rating of 58% from 7 reviews.
      Overall user rating
      58%

      7 total ratings

      User reviews rating
      43%

      3 total reviews

      User surveys rating
      94%

      4 total surveys

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