This Shelby County, Tennessee map provides a detailed overview of the county's major cities, towns, transportation network, and natural features. It highlights Memphis, the county seat, along with Bartlett, Germantown, Collierville, Arlington, Millington, Lakeland, and several smaller communities. Interstate highways, U.S. routes, state highways, rivers, and county boundaries are clearly marked for easy navigation and geographic reference.
The map also identifies important landmarks such as Memphis International Airport, Shelby Farms Park, Sea Isle Park, and the Mississippi River. Neighboring counties, including Tipton and Fayette, along with the Arkansas state border, are shown for regional context. This map is ideal for travelers, researchers, educators, businesses, and anyone seeking a comprehensive view of Shelby County's geography and transportation system.
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Name | Shelby County |
| State | Tennessee |
| Country | United States |
| Founded | November 24, 1819 |
| Incorporated | 1819 (County Established) |
| Population | Approximately 930,000 (2025 estimate) |
| County | Memphis |
| Area | 785 sq mi (2,033 km²) – 763 sq mi land, 22 sq mi water |
| Time Zone | Central Time (CT) – UTC-6 (CST), UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Codes | 38002–38197 (includes Memphis, Bartlett, Germantown, Collierville, Millington, Arlington, Lakeland, and surrounding communities) |
| Area Code | 901 |
| Known For | Memphis, blues and rock 'n' roll music, FedEx global hub, Mississippi River, barbecue, Graceland |
| Major Airport | Memphis International Airport (MEM) |
| Climate | Humid Subtropical (Köppen: Cfa) with hot summers and mild winters |
| Nickname | Home of Memphis; Bluff City County |
| Major Highways | I-40, I-55, I-69 (future), I-240, US 51, US 61, US 64, US 70, US 72, US 78, US 79 |
| Nearby Border | Arkansas (west across the Mississippi River), Mississippi (south), Tipton County (north), Fayette County (east) |
| Major Attractions | Graceland, Beale Street, National Civil Rights Museum, Shelby Farms Park, Memphis Zoo, Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid, Sun Studio, Mississippi Riverfront |