ZIP Code 38142: Memphis, TN
Memphis in Shelby County, Tennessee uses ZIP code 38142. Its reference point is at latitude 35.2017 and longitude -89.9715 (35°12'06.1"N 89°58'17.4"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 38142
Memphis has 70 ZIP codes in our directory, and Shelby County has 84.
Tennessee has 820 ZIP codes listed in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 38014 (Brunswick), which shares the same reference point.
| ZIP code | 38142 |
|---|---|
| Place | Memphis |
| County | Shelby County |
| State | Tennessee |
| Country | United States |
| Latitude | 35.2017 |
| Longitude | -89.9715 |
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Map of ZIP Code 38142
Map centred on 35.2017, -89.9715. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Memphis, Tennessee
Video: Memphis, Tennessee
Top 10 Best things to do in Memphis, Tennessee [Memphis Travel Guide 2025] — by Vacation Idea · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 38142
These 16 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 38142, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest places to ZIP code 38142, measured in a straight line from its reference point. Road distances will be longer.
- Brunswick – same location
- Ellendale – same location
- Millington – 4.9 mi northeast
- Cordova – 7.5 mi east
- Germantown – 8.7 mi southeast
- Collierville – 9.7 mi southeast
- Marion – 13 mi west
- Arlington – 15 mi east
- West Memphis – 15 mi west
- Southaven – 17 mi south
- Clarkedale – 17 mi west
- Eads – 17 mi east
Schools Near Memphis
School places are usually allocated by home address, so families living around ZIP code 38142 should confirm their catchment school with the local education authority for Memphis, Shelby County.
Looking at nearby areas such as Brunswick, Collierville and Ellendale widens the choice of state, private and international schools. The links below open live Google Maps results centred on this location.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, playgrounds and walking trails around Memphis are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centred on ZIP code 38142.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, clinics and pharmacies serving Memphis can be found with the searches below. In an emergency in the United States, call 911.
Residents may also use facilities in nearby Brunswick, Collierville and Ellendale.
Shopping and Dining in Memphis
Restaurants, supermarkets and shopping centres in and around Memphis are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current opening hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Memphis, Tennessee can be found with the searches below.
For local history, try the archives of Shelby County along with the name Memphis.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 38142, Brunswick shares the same reference point, Collierville shares the same reference point, Ellendale shares the same reference point, Millington shares the same reference point and Cordova shares the same reference point in a straight line. Use the directions link for routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and coastline near Memphis show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 38142
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“B.B. King's Blues Club, Memphis (6630447125)”): tsaiproject from Canada, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Elmwood cemetery3”): Andreas Faessler, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Laphria apila”): Melissa McMasters, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 4 (“2022 Liberty Bowl two-point conversion double overtime”): Barrett Long, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 5 (“Red Bubbles”): David Dawson, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Top 10 Best things to do in Memphis, Tennessee [Memphis Travel Guide 2025]” by Vacation Idea, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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