United States
Cost of Living in Memphis, TN
Monthly Total
$2,851
$49,893
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,222
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$54
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$1,222
$21,385
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$258
$4,515
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$191
$3,343
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$216
$3,780
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$270
$4,725
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$298
$5,215
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$290
$5,075
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$106
$1,855
Monthly Total
$2,851
$49,893
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