Question 1

Is 38104 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 38104 in Memphis has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Memphis city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 38104 and checking the local police department's crime mapping tool for current incident patterns before making decisions is recommended.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 38104?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 38104 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 38104. Schools in this area perform significantly above state averages — proficiency rates consistently outpace both the city and national benchmarks. For families prioritizing public school quality, 38104 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Memphis. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 EdFacts assessment data; individual school performance may vary, and reviewing each school's most recent state report card is recommended.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 38104?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 38104 is approximately $257K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 38104 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 38104 is available in the Full Market Report. Prices fluctuate with market conditions; Zillow data reflects trailing sale prices, not current listing prices.

Question 4

Is 38104 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 38104 has an overall NeighborScore of 68/100, placing it in the moderate range for Memphis. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 68/100, 38104 scores similarly to the middle tier of Memphis neighborhoods — neither among the strongest nor the weakest performers. Individual priorities (commute, school age, budget) should guide how much weight you give this composite vs. the component scores.

Memphis — ZIP 38104

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Bellevue Middle	06–08	—	—	—
Bruce Elementary	PK–05	—	—	—
Central High	09–12	—	—	—
Idlewild Elementary	KG–05	—	—	—
Peabody Elementary	PK–05	—	—	—
Middle College High	09–12	—	—	—
Memphis Academy Of Science Engineering Middle/High	06–12	—	—	—
Memphis Learning Academy	PK–PK	—	—	—
Early Childhood Education	PK–PK	—	—	—
Maxine Smith STEAM Academy	06–08	—	—	—
Crosstown High School	09–12	—	—	—
Compass Community School Midtown Campus	09–12	—	—	—