Memphis is a city on the line between Macomb and St. Clair counties in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 1,183 at the 2010 census. The area of Memphis was first settled by members of the Wells family from Albany, with Anthony Wells residing in the area from 1834 and James Wells from 1835. The fledgling community was originally called Wells Settlement with the name "Memphis" first being applied in 1848 with the local postal outlet opening that 8 December as Memphis Post Office, "Memphis" being chosen due to the community's location of a bluff overlooking a river paralleling the location of ancient Memphis "the City on the Nile". Memphis would be incorporated as a village 4 April 1865 with status as a city granted in 1953.
Welcome to the City of Memphis! First settled in the 1830's, Memphis is a city with a rich past and an exciting future. Straddling the border of Macomb and St. Clair counties, Memphis is located along state highway M-19, midway between Metro Detroit and the gorgeous Thumb of Michigan. This location offers an excellent balance of proximity to the amenities and employment opportunities a big city has to offer, yet offers the unique small-town atmosphere in which to raise a family.
Memphis offers its residents and visitors a quality school system, a variety of local businesses providing both goods and services, as well as a number of parks to relax and play. Whether you're passing through or putting down roots, Memphis is an incredible community! Check it out!
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