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Billboard advertising in Memphis, Tennessee
Major river, logistics and cultural hub with strong commuter and freight movement. Billboards along interstates and arterials, digital faces and transit media near employment, tourism and logistics corridors. Plan Tennessee OOH with Local OOH, balancing metro visibility with statewide corridor coverage.
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Billboard coverage across Memphis, Tennessee
Show large-format billboards along I-40, I-24, I-65, I-75 and key approaches so buyers can picture their Tennessee presence.
You can swap this hero for real Tennessee campaigns—interstate units, downtown coverage or venue-led programs— while keeping a consistent Local OOH look.
Local OOH in Memphis
OOH coverage aligned with how people move through Memphis
In Memphis, Billboard advertising helps you reach visitors, workers, students and residents moving between downtowns, campuses, venues, retail and neighborhoods.
We build corridor-led plans that respect how people actually move across Tennessee—by car, transit and on foot— not just where individual units happen to be available.
When to use Billboard advertising in Memphis?
- To launch shows, openings, tours or festivals in Memphis.
- To support bookings, ticketing, appointments and sign-ups around key windows.
- To maintain visibility for venues, healthcare, education, retail and services.
- To reinforce digital media with high-impact on-the-ground presence.
- To reach both visitors and locals along their daily and nightly paths.
Formats, sizes and best practices
How to activate Billboard advertising in Memphis, Tennessee
The table below summarizes the Billboard advertising formats we most often recommend in Memphis, Tennessee and across Tennessee, with planning notes for each.
| Format | Approx. size | Best for | Planning notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Static bulletins | Approx. 14' x 48' or similar | Long-term branding on interstates and primary approaches. | Ideal for institutions and brands needing consistent visibility in and around major metros. |
| Posters & junior posters | Smaller roadside units | In-town coverage near retail, services, campuses and neighborhoods. | Useful for directional messages and frequency around key destinations. |
Sample targeting lenses
- Interstate & primary highway coverage
- Downtowns & entertainment districts
- Campuses, healthcare & employment hubs
- Tourism, venue and event corridors
Why advertise in Tennessee?
Tennessee OOH built around music, logistics and everyday movement
Tennessee combines global music and tourism in Nashville, logistics and culture in Memphis, and education and healthcare hubs in Knoxville, Chattanooga, the Tri-Cities and other regional markets.
With Local OOH, you can blend marquee formats—digital billboards, wallscapes, street furniture and transit— with scalable highway and in-town OOH that reach both visitors and locals.
Key hubs
Nashville · Memphis · Knoxville · Chattanooga · Tri-Cities
Blend of music, logistics, healthcare, education and tourism-driven audiences.
Core corridors
I-40 · I-24 · I-65 · I-75
Link major metros, regional hubs and through-traffic across Tennessee.
Audience mix
Tourism + local + regional
Visitors, commuters, students and logistics workers sharing the same routes.
Nearby markets
Other Tennessee markets to include in your plan
Nashville
State capital and music, healthcare and tech hub with strong tourism and event-driven traffic.
Knoxville
East Tennessee metro anchored by the University of Tennessee, healthcare and regional employers.
Chattanooga
Logistics and tourism hub where I-24 and I-75 converge with revitalized riverfront districts.
Popular services in Tennessee
What brands most often book across the state
Traditional and digital billboards along I-40, I-24, I-65 and I-75.
Street furniture and transit in Nashville, Memphis, Knoxville and Chattanooga.
Place-based media in venues across campuses, healthcare, entertainment and retail.
Key Tennessee markets
Explore markets covered by Local OOH in Tennessee
Nashville
State capital and music, healthcare and tech hub with strong tourism and event-driven traffic.
Memphis
Logistics, river and culture hub serving the broader Mid-South region.
Knoxville
East Tennessee metro anchored by the University of Tennessee, healthcare and regional employers.
Chattanooga
Logistics and tourism hub where I-24 and I-75 converge with revitalized riverfront districts.
Tri-Cities
Johnson City, Kingsport and Bristol region with healthcare, education and manufacturing.
Clarksville
Fast-growing metro anchored by Fort Campbell and regional employers.
Jackson
Midpoint on I-40 between Memphis and Nashville with regional retail and services.
Cookeville
Regional hub along I-40 between Nashville and Knoxville.
McMinnville
Manufacturing and nursery hub serving Warren County and nearby communities.
Jamestown
Gateway to the Cumberland Plateau and nearby outdoor recreation areas.
FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Billboard advertising in Memphis
These FAQs cover common planning, pricing and creative questions for Billboard advertising in Memphis, Tennessee. For more detail, we’ll build a custom recommendation based on your brief.
How much does billboard advertising cost in Memphis, Tennessee?
Billboard pricing in Memphis, Tennessee depends on corridor (interstate vs. local), traffic counts, visibility and seasonality. Premium units on I-40, I-24, I-65 or I-75 and near downtown or event districts typically command higher rates.
Which billboard locations perform best in Memphis?
Top-performing locations in Memphis are usually on major interstates, key commuter routes, approaches into downtown and near entertainment, retail and employment centers.
How long should a billboard campaign run in Memphis?
We recommend a minimum of 4 weeks for awareness, with 8–12 week flights providing stronger recall among commuters and frequent visitors along your chosen corridors.
Is billboard advertising good for local and regional brands in Memphis, Tennessee?
Yes. Billboards in Memphis, Tennessee are used by hospitals, banks, colleges, venues, retail, tourism and recruitment campaigns to reach both local residents and regional drivers.
How do you measure billboard performance in Memphis, Tennessee?
We combine impression data with digital signals—web visits, search lift, store lookups and leads—to understand how Tennessee billboards contribute to awareness and response.
Let’s map your Tennessee Billboard advertising plan
Share your audiences, corridors, venues and budget, and we’ll build a shortlist of Billboard advertising options in Memphis, Tennessee and across Tennessee, with expected impressions and a recommended flight structure.