Memphis

Memphis Facts and Figures

The Memphis Skyline

Photo by Megan E. Hinds

Whether you are new to Memphis or just brushing up on information, here are some facts and figures that may be of interest to you.

Population of Memphis: 680,768
Population of the Memphis metropolitan area (includes Shelby, Tipton, Fayette, Desoto, Marshall, Tate, Tunica, and Crittenden counties): 1,230,303
Total land area of Memphis: 296.03 miles
Elevation: 262 feet
Average annual temperature: 62 °F
Average winter temperature: 43 °F
Average summer temperature: 80 °F
Average annual precipitation: 54 inches
Racial Make Up: Black -- 61.1% White -- 33.6% Asian -- 2.4% Other Races -- 2.9%
Gender Make Up: Male -- 47.5% Female -- 52.5%
Median Age: 33.4 years
Median Income: $35,807
City Flower: Crape Myrtle
City Tree: Dogwood
Founded: 1819 by John Overton, James Winchester, and Andrew Jackson
Incorporated: December 19, 1826