City of Memphis Budget
This is the actual FY25 City of Memphis budget of $716 million.
FY25 City Budget: $716 million
Official BudgetThis is the approved budget for the City of Memphis for fiscal year 2025. The chart shows how tax dollars are allocated across different departments and services.
Current Budget Breakdown
City Budget Facts
Police and Fire Services
Police and Fire services typically make up the largest portion of the city budget, accounting for a significant percentage of total spending.
Revenue Sources
The City of Memphis relies heavily on property tax revenue, which makes up about 60% of the city's general fund revenues.
Budget Constraints
Memphis faces budget constraints due to a limited tax base and increasing costs for essential services and infrastructure maintenance.
Budget Process
The city budget is proposed by the Mayor each spring and must be approved by the City Council before the fiscal year begins on July 1st.