Hickory Hill is a large area in southeast Memphis that developed rapidly during the late twentieth century. Originally suburban in character, Hickory Hill became part of the city as Memphis expanded outward. The area is known for its wide roads, large residential subdivisions and commercial corridors. It reflects a period of significant population growth and demographic change.
Located east of the airport area and south of East Memphis, Hickory Hill serves as a major residential zone. The area includes retail centers, apartment complexes and public services. Hickory Hill represents modern Memphis expansion patterns. Its scale and layout distinguish it from older parts of the city.
Quick facts
- Coordinates: 35.0498794, -89.8656891
- Type: Suburb
OSM tags
- Name: Hickory Hill
- Place type: Suburb
- Wikidata: Q5751206
- Wikipedia: Wikipedia (English) – Hickory Hill, Memphis