What this tracks
This dataset defines the official boundary of Memphis city limits as established by local ordinances.
Why it matters to you
Knowing whether a property falls inside Memphis city limits determines which services you receive (like trash pickup) and which taxes you pay. A South Cordova business owner could use this to verify if they need a Memphis business license or Shelby County permit. Residents near Windyke could check if their home falls under city police jurisdiction or county sheriff patrols.
How to read this data
CITY — Always “Memphis” in this dataset, confirming these boundaries apply to Memphis specifically.
SQUARE_MIL — Shows total area in square miles (sample value 0 indicates this calculation needs updating from the geometry fields).
Try it yourself
Check if your address falls within Memphis city limits by comparing your location to the boundary map at [Memphis Open Data Portal], especially if you live near Southwind or Rocky Point areas affected by recent deannexations.