This guide is not meant as an endorsement of a particular neighborhood or city but is intended to help candidates who are relocating to the Memphis area find an area of Memphis that suits their and their family’s needs. When available, we have added quotes from current employees who live there. Employees are encouraged to research and visit before making a decision.
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To me, Midtown is home. It is a walkable, vibrant community with lots of activity.
We love being able to go out to dinner almost every night, and not break the bank.
We love being able to go out to dinner almost every night, and not break the bank.
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Is Memphis a nice place to live?
I love music and the free concerts at Overton Park; when I’m there, I feel a sense of belonging—families hanging out together and kids running around.
Chenchen Sun
Project Coordinator
Travel addict
Germantown
For gardeners, Memphis is a great place. You can grow basically anything—even into the fall and the early winter.
Amanda Green
Instructor
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Midtown
In my 15 years living in Memphis, I haven’t had any issues with safety.
Marta Jarquin-Pardo
Program Manager
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