If you love all the dining, music, shopping, and nightlife in
Memphis, but are looking for a peaceful suburb to settle down in, these five spots should be at the top of your list.
We looked at a whole bunch of data and got input from local
Movoto real estate agent JoAnn Hughes to figure out the best Memphis suburbs for young couples.
These are the suburbs that made the cut.
Key Stats:
- High school graduation rate: 94 percent
- Residents married: 66.7 percent
- PlayScore rating: 64 out of 100
- Movoto Agent Pick
Arlington kicks off our list of the best Memphis suburbs for young couples with a nod from local real estate agent, JoAnn Hughes. Home buyers in this historic town will find spacious craftsman, Tudor, and ranch style homes.
Hughes recommends the suburb to young couples for the school systems, community parks, and proximity to downtown Memphis.
Check out a new book at the Sam T. Wilson Public Library, or stay fit at the Arlington Sports Complex.
Key Stats:
- Median household income: $109,674
- Residents married: 65.9 percent
- Total crimes per 100k: 1,423
- Movoto Agent Pick
Germantown also earned a nod from local real estate agent, JoAnn Hughes, fro the good schools, proximity to downtown Memphis, and community parks. Home buyers will find spacious ranch, farmhouse, and Colonial style homes.
Active young couples will love strolls and picnics in Cameron-Brown Park, while avid readers flock to the Germantown Community Library. Residents can also grab fresh local produce at the farmer’s market, or get to know new neighbors and enjoy local talent at annual events like the Germantown Festival.
Key Stats:
- Median household income: $101,000
- Residents married: 64.7 percent
- High school graduation rate: 94 percent
- Movoto Agent Pick
The thriving suburb of Collierville earns the third spot on our list with a range of options for home buyers. Bungalows, cottages, and farmhouse style homes are common picks.
Residents enjoy convenient shopping from brand name retailers and casual dining at The Shops at Carriage Crossing.
Key Stats:
- Residents married: 62.3 percent
- Total crimes per 100k: 1,530
Young couples looking for a peaceful small town vibe will love the Memphis suburb of Atoka, which has spacious craftsman and farmhouse style homes with room to grow.
Active young couples will love hiking, biking, and picnics at Atoka’s numerous public parks and greenways. Get to know new neighbors and enjoy local talent at annual community events like the Atoka BBQ Fest.
Key Stats:
- Residents under age 5: 9.2 percent
- Residents age 22-34: 19.2 percent
The small town of Munford rounds out our list of the best Memphis suburbs for young couples with a range of housing options. Ranch style homes are great picks for two, while sprawling Colonial style homes give young couples room to grow.
Avid readers will flock to the Munford Memorial Library to check out a new book, while nature lovers can enjoy a picnic and stroll in Centennial Park. Annual events like Celebrate Munford are a great way to meet new neighbors.
Our Methodology
To create our list of the best places near to live near Memphis for young couples, we took at look at the following important criteria:
Percentage of residents age 22-34
Percentage of residents married
Median household income
Median home value
Total crimes per 100k
PlayScore rating
High school graduation rate
Then, we ranked each Memphis suburb in the above categories and averaged the scores into one overall score. The suburbs with the lowest overall scores made up our 5 best Memphis suburbs for young couples.
Want to see how the other suburbs ranked? Check out the table below.
Like This Post? You’ll Definitely Love These:
