Moving from Memphis, TN to New York, NY
Your Complete Guide
1,239
Miles
22.5 hrs
Drive Time
I-40 East
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
Memphis, TN
New York, NY
Cost of Living Index
82
187
Median Home Price
$165,000
$680,000
Median 1BR Rent
$900/mo
$3,200/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$130
$180
Grocery Index
91
116
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 1,239-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between Memphis, TN and New York, NY.
Nashville, TN
Music City USA, the undisputed capital of country music and a booming destination city. One of the fastest-growing cities in America.
Grand Ole Opry, honky-tonks on Broadway, and hot chicken
Birmingham, AL
Alabama's largest city with profound civil rights history and a booming food scene. Known as the Magic City for its rapid growth.
Civil Rights Institute, James Beard Award-winning restaurants, and Vulcan statue
State Transition Guide: Tennessee → New York
Moving from Tennessee to New York? Here's what you need to know about updating your documents.
Driver's License
Update within 30 days of establishing residency in New York
Vehicle Registration
Register vehicle within 30 days in New York
Vehicle inspection: Required annually
Things to Know About New York
- NYC has additional city income taxes up to 3.88%
- Annual vehicle safety and emissions inspections required
- Upstate and downstate have dramatically different costs of living
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive is approximately 1,239 miles via I-40 East, taking about 22.5 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 3 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.