Imperial, CA
California · Imperial County · El Centro Metro
Imperial is a small city in California with a population of 20,943. Residents earn $83,214 per year, which is 11% above the national average.
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How Imperial Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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Is Imperial a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Imperial receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Imperial offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Imperial is $83,214, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Imperial is $344,700, 22% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,396 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Safety & Crime
Imperial is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 28 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 310 per 100,000, 84% below the national average.
Education
20.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Imperial has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 93°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 2.4 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 63.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Imperial vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Imperial vs U.S. Average
Income: Imperial vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $83,214 |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $28,599 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,051 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $50,076 |
| Gini Index | 0.459 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 33% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 10.7% |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 9,795 |
| County GDP | $12,907M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 280 |
| Healthcare | 322 |
| Retail | 429 |
| Manufacturing | 68 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,268 |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 110.70 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.24% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 18.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 75.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 9.5% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $344,700 |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $430,863 |
| Median List Price | $523,880 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $523,880 |
| $/Sq Ft | $254 |
| Homes Sold | 5 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.7% |
| Price Drops | 11.5% |
| Inventory | 26 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,396 |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 30.6% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $939 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,038 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,362 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,845 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,285 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 65.5% |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.5% |
| Renter-Occupied | 34.5% |
| Housing Units | 6,295 |
| Median Year Built | 2000 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,268 |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.24% |
Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-22)
Health Metrics: Imperial vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 32.6% |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.0% |
| Asthma | 9.1% |
| COPD | 4.5% |
| Cancer | 5.0% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 10.9% |
| 22% below US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 16.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.0% |
| Depression | 20.0% |
| Mental Distress | 17.2% |
| Physical Distress | 14.8% |
| Short Sleep | 39.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.6% |
| Uninsured | 17.4% |
| 102% above US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:3,997 |
| Dentists | 1:3,081 |
| Mental Health | 1:487 |
| Checkup Rate | 69.4% |
| Dental Visits | 58.1% |
| Premature Death | 8,703/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 81.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 322 |
Crime Rates: Imperial vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 27.6/100K |
| 93% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 5.5/100K |
| Assault | 22.1/100K |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 309.6/100K |
| 84% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 55.3/100K |
| Theft | 199.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 55.3/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 36 |
| Traffic Accidents | 3 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.0 / 4.0 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.7°F |
| 36% above US avg | |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 93°F (34°C) |
| Sunny Days | 330 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | -59 ft (-18 m) |
| Area | 5.9 sq mi (15.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,319/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.8388°N, 115.5720°W |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles |
| County | Imperial County County |
| Nearest Airport | Calexico International (CXL) 12 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 63.0 |
| Rating | Moderate |
| Good Days % | 22.7% |
| Unhealthy Days | 50 |
Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)
| Ozone (O₃) | 0.0502 ppm |
| NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide) | 13.9 ppb |
| SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide) | 0.52 ppb |
| CO (Carbon Monoxide) | 0.25 ppm |
| PM2.5 (Fine Particles) | 9.1 μg/m³ |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively High |
| Risk Score | 96.5 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 85.2 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 2.4 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively High |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively High |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | No Rating |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Volcano | Relatively Low |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Salton Buttes (40 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Salton Buttes | Lava dome(s) | -40 m (-131 ft) | 210 | 40 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56°F (13°C) | 0.4 in | Wettest |
| February | 60°F (15°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| June | 86°F (30°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 93°F (34°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 91°F (33°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 86°F (30°C) | 0.3 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
Imperial has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 55°F in December to 93°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 2.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (0.4") and May the driest (0.0").
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Republican by 0.9 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 36 |
| Traffic Accidents | 3 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.0 / 4.0 |
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 20.3% |
| 40% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 82.9% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 6.6% |
| School Test Score | 4.07 |
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro / under 250K |
| Population Density | 3,319/sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.9 sq mi |
| County | Imperial County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 88.8% |
| Avg Download Speed | 80.7 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 3.6 Mbps |
| Max Download Speed | 987 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 5 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 5 |
| Public Libraries | 12 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 322 |
| Restaurants | 280 |
| Retail Stores | 429 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 18.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 75.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 9.5% |
Healthcare
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $277 ($166–$443) |
| Specialist Visit | $387 ($221–$609) |
| Urgent Care Visit | $221 ($111–$387) |
| Emergency Room Visit | $2,435 ($886–$5,535) |
| Dental Cleaning | $144 ($83–$221) |
| Dental Filling | $277 ($166–$443) |
Auto Repair
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $50 ($28–$83) |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $83 ($55–$133) |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $332 ($166–$554) |
| Tire Rotation | $44 ($22–$83) |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $664 ($443–$1,107) |
| Battery Replacement | $221 ($111–$387) |
Home Services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $111 ($66–$166) |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $100 ($55–$155) |
| HVAC Repair | $443 ($166–$886) |
| HVAC System Install | $7,749 ($4,428–$13,284) |
| Roof Repair | $1,107 ($443–$2,214) |
| Roof Replacement | $9,963 ($6,089–$16,605) |
Legal
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,661 ($554–$3,875) |
| Divorce (Contested) | $16,605 ($5,535–$33,210) |
| DUI Defense | $5,535 ($2,214–$11,070) |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,661 ($886–$3,321) |
| Will Preparation | $554 ($221–$1,107) |
| Trust Preparation | $2,768 ($1,107–$5,535) |
Personal Care
| Men's Haircut | $28 ($17–$50) |
| Women's Haircut | $61 ($33–$111) |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $166 ($83–$277) |
| Manicure | $28 ($17–$50) |
| Pedicure | $44 ($28–$72) |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $89 ($55–$144) |
Food & Grocery
| Gallon of Milk (per gallon) | $4.54 ($3.32–$6.09) |
| Dozen Eggs (per dozen) | $3.87 ($2.77–$5.54) |
| Loaf of Bread | $4.21 ($2.77–$6.09) |
| Chicken Breast (per lb) | $4.98 ($3.32–$7.20) |
| Ground Beef (per lb) | $6.09 ($4.43–$8.30) |
| Rice (per lb) | $1.11 ($0.66–$1.99) |
Utilities
| Electricity (Monthly) | $155 ($89–$277) |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $77 ($33–$166) |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $77 ($44–$133) |
| Internet (Monthly) | $77 ($44–$111) |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $72 ($33–$111) |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $94 ($55–$166) |
Transportation
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $221 ($83–$554) |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $2,214 ($1,328–$3,875) |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $77 ($33–$144) |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $17 ($8.86–$28) |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $111 ($33–$277) |
| Driver's License Renewal | $33 ($17–$83) |
Education & Childcare
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,328 ($664–$2,768) |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $1,107 ($554–$2,214) |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $443 ($221–$775) |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $55 ($28–$111) |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $1,107 ($443–$2,768) |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $13,838 ($5,535–$33,210) |
Pets
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $66 ($33–$111) |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $111 ($55–$221) |
| Dog Grooming | $66 ($33–$111) |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $44 ($22–$83) |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $332 ($166–$554) |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $221 ($111–$443) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $960 |
| Toddler | $760 |
| Preschool | $698 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $821 |
| Toddler | $801 |
| Preschool | $778 |
Top Industries in Imperial County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 11,067 | 6,881 | $34,025 | 1.15 |
| Retail Trade | 8,192 | 444 | $35,892 | 1.22 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 4,228 | 262 | $28,015 | 0.69 |
| Manufacturing | 2,197 | 68 | $64,041 | 0.40 |
| Administrative & Waste Services | 2,064 | 138 | $49,646 | 0.52 |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1,967 | 255 | $58,577 | 0.69 |
| Wholesale Trade | 1,757 | 198 | $72,062 | 0.66 |
| Construction | 1,719 | 193 | $66,705 | 0.49 |
| Professional & Technical Services | 1,036 | 188 | $62,117 | 0.22 |
| Other Services | 1,013 | 207 | $42,969 | 0.50 |
| Finance & Insurance | 626 | 110 | $60,066 | 0.23 |
| Utilities | 548 | 14 | $126,911 | 2.15 |
| Real Estate | 541 | 166 | $50,546 | 0.52 |
| Educational Services | 232 | 22 | $32,487 | 0.17 |
| Information & Technology | 212 | 24 | $55,799 | 0.17 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 176 | 19 | $23,878 | 0.16 |
| Management of Companies | 124 | 6 | $81,663 | 0.11 |
| Unclassified | 20 | 6 | $19,290 | 0.21 |
Colleges & Universities in Imperial
| Institution | Type | Enrollment | Acceptance | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Imperial Valley College | Public · Associate | 10,716 | — | $1,126 | $7,990 |
Schools in Imperial
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Imperial High | High | 1,362 | 58 | 23.5:1 |
| Frank M. Wright Middle | Middle | 1,023 | 44 | 23.3:1 |
| Ben Hulse Elementary | Elementary | 794 | 34 | 23.4:1 |
| Imperial Cross Elementary | Elementary | 710 | 29 | 24.5:1 |
| T. L. Waggoner Elementary | Elementary | 600 | 27 | 22.2:1 |
Radio Stations near Imperial
55 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Café Romántico Radio (Monterrey) - Online - www.caferomanticoradio.com - Grupo Digital Radioland - Monterrey, Nuevo León (MX) | 80s en español, café romántico radio | AAC 96 kbps | |
| Cumbias Inmortales Radio (Monterrey) - Online - www.cumbiasinmortales.com - Grupo Digital Retroland - Monterrey, Nuevo León (MX) | clásicos, clásicos en español | AAC 96 kbps | |
| La Ranchera de Monterrey - 1050 AM - XEG-AM - Núcleo Radio Monterrey - Monterrey, NL (MX) | 1050, 1050 am | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Estrellas de los 80s Radio (Monterrey) - Online - www.estrellasdelos80s.com - Grupo Digital Radioland - Monterrey, Nuevo León (MX) | 1980s, 80s | AAC 96 kbps | |
| Oldies Internet Radio - Online - www.oldiesinternetradio.com - Grupo Digital Retroland - Monterrey, Nuevo León (MX) | 70s, 80s | AAC 128 kbps | |
| BANDA 93.3 (Monterrey) - 93.3 FM - XHQQ-FM - Grupo Radio Centro - Monterrey, NL (MX) | 93.3, 93.3 fm | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| LA KEBUENA 101.3 (Mexicali) - 101.3 FM - XHABCA-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Mexicali, Baja California (MX) | 101.3 fm, 820 am | MP3 224 kbps | |
| LA PODEROSA 96.9 (Mexicali) - 96.9 FM - XHMUG-FM - Radiorama Mexicali - Mexicali, Baja California (MX) | 96.9 fm, all-time-classics | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| La Lupe 105.3 FM Monterrey (MX) | adult hits, baladas en español | AAC 93 kbps | |
| Oldies Internet Radio (Monterrey) - Online - www.oldiesinternetradio.com - Grupo Digital Retroland - Monterrey, Nuevo León (MX) | 70s, 80s | AAC 128 kbps | |
| PREMIER 91.7 (Monterrey) - 91.7 FM - XHXL-FM - Grupo Radio Alegría - Monterrey, NL (MX) | 91.7, 91.7 fm | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| ABC Deportes (Monterrey) - 92.1 FM / 660 AM - XHGBO-FM / XEFZ-AM - Grupo Radio Alegría - General Bravo / Monterrey, NL (MX) | 92.1, 92.1 fm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Amor Monterrey - 90.9 FM - XHOK-FM - Grupo ACIR - Monterrey, NL (MX) | 90.9, 90.9 fm | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| BUENISIIMA 850 (Mexicali) - 850 AM - XEZF-AM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Mexicali, Baja California (MX) | 850 am, am | MP3 64 kbps | |
| LA GRAN D 1050 (Mexicali) - 1050 AM - XED-AM - Radio Cadena Enciso - Mexicali, Baja California (MX) | 1050 am, am | MP3 | |
| Zona grupera (MX) | grupera, regional | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Banda 93.3 (Monterrey) - 93.3 FM - XHQQ-FM - Grupo Radio Centro - Monterrey, Nuevo León (MX) | 93.3 fm, banda | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| +Acceso Total (Mexicali) - Online - www.eltoquefm.com - El Toque FM - Mexicali, Baja California (MX) | acceso total, américa | MP3 320 kbps | |
| BUENISIIMA (Mexicali) - 850 AM - XEZF-AM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Mexicali, Baja California (MX) | 850 am, am | MP3 64 kbps | |
| La Mejor Monterrey - 92.5 FM - XHSRO-FM - MVS Radio - Monterrey, NL (MX) | 92.5, 92.5 fm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| XEH-AM 1420 "La H" Monterrey, NL (MX) | latin music, mexican music | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| La Caliente 94.1 FM Monterrey (MX) | banda, banda norteña | AAC 93 kbps | |
| Radio fórmula (Monterrey) - 1230 AM [Monterrey, Nuevo León] (MX) | music, news | AAC | |
| XEH 1420 - Antologia Vallenata (MX) | cumbias, vallenato | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Antología Vallenata, XEH 14-20 (Monterrey) - 1420 AM - XEH-AM - Grupo Radio Centro - Monterrey, NL (MX) | 1420, 1420 am | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| ABC Noticias (Monterrey) - 570 AM - XEBJB-AM - Grupo Radio Alegría - Monterrey, NL (MX) | 570, 570 am | MP3 128 kbps | |
| D99 98.9 FM Monterrey (MX) | adult contemporary, charts | AAC 93 kbps | |
| Digital 102-9 (Monterrey) - 102.9 FM - XHMG-FM - Grupo Radio Alegría - Monterrey, NL (MX) | 102.9, 102.9 fm | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Milenio Radio 103.7 FM HD2 Monterrey (MX) | 70s, 80s | AAC 93 kbps | |
| Classic 106.9 FM Monterrey (MX) | 70s, 80s | AAC 93 kbps | |
| La Gran AW 101.3 FM Monterrey (MX) | baladas, baladas en español | AAC 93 kbps | |
| Radio Cachanilla (MX) | adult contemporary, pop | MP3 | |
| Globo 101.9 (Mexicali) - 101.9 FM - XHPF-FM - MVS Radio - Mexicali, Baja California (MX) | 101.9 fm, adult contemporary | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| La Gran AW 1280 AM Monterrey (MX) | baladas, baladas en español | AAC 93 kbps | |
| RG La Deportiva 690 AM/92.9 FM Monterrey (MX) | debates y deportes, deportes | AAC 93 kbps | |
| TKR 1480 AM Monterrey (MX) | grupera, grupero | AAC 93 kbps | |
| W RADIO 940 (Mexicali) - 940 AM - XEMMM-AM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Mexicali, Baja California (MX) | 940 am, am | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Recuerdo 860 AM Monterrey (MX) | baladas, baladas en español | AAC 93 kbps | |
| Exa FM Monterrey - 97.3 FM - XHSR-FM - MVS Radio - Monterrey, Nuevo León (MX) | 97.3 fm, américa | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Radio fórmula (Monterrey) - 770 AM [Monterrey, Nuevo León] (MX) | music, news | AAC | |
| Radio fórmula (Monterrey) - 89.3 FM [Monterrey, Nuevo León] (MX) | music, news | AAC | |
| Radio Fórmula (Monterrey) - 89.3 FM - XHMON-FM - Grupo Fórmula - Monterrey, Nuevo León (MX) | 89.3 fm, entretenimiento | AAC | |
| La T Grande 990 Monterrey (MX) | gruperas del recuerdo, la t grande | AAC 93 kbps | |
| Milenio Noticias 1090 AM Monterrey (MX) | información, information | AAC 93 kbps | |
| Hits 106.1 FM Monterrey (MX) | baladas en español, hits | AAC 93 kbps | |
| FM Globo Monterrey - 88.1 FM - XHJM-FM - MVS Radio - Monterrey, NL (MX) | 88.1, 88.1 fm | MP3 96 kbps | |
| La Ke Buena Monterrey - 103.7 FM - XHFMTU-FM - Multimedios Radio - Monterrey, Nuevo León (MX) | 103.7 fm, américa | AAC 130 kbps | |
| ABC NOTICIAS - 1310 AM - XEVB-AM - Grupo Radio Alegría - Monterrey, Nuevo León (MX) | 1310 am, abc noticias | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Radio UDEM (Monterrey) - 90.5 FM - XHUDEM-FM - Universidad de Monterrey - Monterrey, NL (MX) | 90.5, 90.5 fm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| FM Globo Monterrey - 88.1 FM - XHJM-FM - MVS Radio - Monterrey, Nuevo León (MX) | 88.1 fm, adult hits | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Radio Esperanza (Monterrey) - 1140 AM - XEMR-AM - Grupo Radio Alegría - Apodaca / Monterrey, NL (MX) | 1140, 1140 am | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Génesis 98.1 (Monterrey) - 98.1 FM - XHRL-FM - Núcleo Radio Monterrey - Monterrey, Nuevo León (MX) | 98.1 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Imagen radio (Monterrey) - 107.7 FM [San Pedro Garza García, Nuevo León] (MX) | music, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| La Sabrosita (Monterrey) - 95.7 FM - XHRK-FM - Grupo Radio Alegría - Monterrey, NL (MX) | 95.7, 95.7 fm | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| KY Monterrey 104.5 FM (MX) | grupo audiorama comunicaciones, ky | MP3 64 kbps |
Campgrounds Near Imperial
4 campgrounds found near Imperial.
| Name | Rating | Sites | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cabañas Bonanza | — | — | Free |
| Gecko Campground | — | — | Free |
| Keyhole Campground | — | — | Free |
| Roadrunner Campground | — | — | Free |
National Parks Near Imperial
7 national parks and monuments found near Imperial.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Anza-Borrego Desert State Park | State Park | Free |
| Anza-Borrego Desert State Park | State Park | Free |
| Anza-Borrego Desert State Park | State Park | Free |
| Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area | Free | |
| Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area (Limited Use) | Free | |
| Parque Nacional Constitución de 1857 | Free | |
| Yuma Quartermaster Depot State Historic Park | State Park | Free |
Historical Trends — Imperial
Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).
Population
Median Household Income
| Year | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 16,009 | $66,552 |
| 2015 | 17,162 | $80,082 |
| 2017 | 18,180 | $85,163 |
| 2019 | 19,034 | $85,654 |
| 2021 | 21,017 | $81,657 |
| 2023 | 21,814 | $83,214 |
Museums in Imperial
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JUANITA SALAZAR LOWE GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | $697,830 | ||
| IMPERIAL COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7603523211 | $305,220 | |
| CALEXICO CULTURAL ARTS | ART MUSEUM | 7607682170 | $10 | |
| IMPERIAL VALLEY PIONEERS MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 7603523211 | ||
| STEPPLING ART GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | |||
| ICC museo UABC | ||||
| Museo del Agua CESPM | ||||
| Museo Wok | ||||
| Sol del Niño |
Libraries in Imperial
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAMARENA MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY | 850 ENCINAS AVE. | 0.0 | 98,603 | |||
| EL CENTRO PUBLIC LIBRARY | 1140 N. IMPERIAL AVE. | 0.0 | 82,411 | |||
| BRAWLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY | 400 MAIN ST. | 0.0 | 64,920 | |||
| IMPERIAL COUNTY LIBRARY | 1125 W. MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 44,318 | |||
| IMPERIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY | 200 W. NINTH ST. | 0.0 | 25,787 | |||
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Facultad de medicina | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Jorge Charles Piña | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Jorge Charles Piña | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Jorge Charles Piña | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Central Estatal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca UABC | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca UABC | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca UABC | 0.0 | |||||
| Libreria Universitaria | 0.0 | |||||
| Libreria Universitaria | 0.0 | |||||
| Meyibo | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Imperial
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BAJA FRESH MARKET | |||||
| Calexico Farmers Market | 850 Encinas Avenue | 11/22/2014 to 04/18/2015 | Sat: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| MERCADO ZUEMY | |||||
| MERCADO ZUEMY | |||||
| MERCADO ZUEMY | |||||
| mexicali califonira market | |||||
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| Neighborhood House Farmers Market | 201 3rd Street | 09/14/2013 to 12/14/2013 | Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
Hotels in Imperial
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Imperial
5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Imperial
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Imperial
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Imperial
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Imperial
2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Imperial
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Nursing Homes in Imperial
1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).
| Facility | Ownership | Beds | Residents | Overall | Health | Staffing | Quality | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IMPERIAL MANOR 100 EAST 2ND STREET |
Non profit - Church related | 31 | 31 | 5/5 | — | 3/5 | 5/5 | 7603552858 |
EV Charging Stations in Imperial
| Name | Address | Network | Level 2 | DC Fast | Connectors | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNITED NISSAN CUSTOMER FRONT | 2361 CA-86 | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| UNITED TOYOTA FRONT LOT | 2349 CA-86 | ChargePoint Network | 1 | J1772 | public |
Cell Towers in Imperial
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 698 ROSS AVE | TOWER | 89 |
| (El Centro) 1990 Highway 111 | GTOWER | 79 |
| (El Centro) 1990 Highway 111 | GTOWER | 79 |
| El Centro Site 1900 Highway 111 | TOWER | 79 |
Fire Stations in Imperial
| Name | Address | Type | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Imperial County Fire Department | 2514 La Brucherie RD | Mostly volunteer | 760-355-1191 |
Power Plants Near Imperial
| Name | Type | Primary Fuel | Capacity (MW) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MESQUITE RESOURCE RECOVERY PROJECT | WOOD/WOOD WASTE BIOMASS | 221117 | -115.5 | OS |
| IVC SOLAR | SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC | 221114 | -115.5 | OP |
| SEPV IMPERIAL DIXIELAND EAST | SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC | 221114 | -115.8 | OP |
| SEPV IMPERIAL DIXIELAND WEST | SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC | 221114 | -115.8 | OP |
Bridges in Imperial
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1950 | 118 | 11,714 | P | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1971 | 132 | 4,203 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1957 | 123 | 1,700 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1987 | 26 | 1,308 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1972 | 29 | 630 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Wood or Timber | 1950 | 46 | 570 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Wood or Timber | 1950 | 46 | 120 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Wood or Timber | 1950 | 61 | 50 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Wood or Timber | 1950 | 61 | 25 | F |
Correctional Facilities in Imperial
| Name | Address | Type | Population | Capacity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CENTINELA STATE PRISON (CEN) | 2302 BROWN ROAD | STATE | 3,473 | 2,308 | OPEN |
Airports Near Imperial
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| El Centro NAF Airport (Vraciu Field) | NJK | Medium Airport |
| General Rodolfo Sánchez Taboada International Airport | MXL | Medium Airport |
| Imperial County Airport | IPL | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo Leona Vicario | — | Small Airport |
| Aerofumigaciones Castro Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Aerofumigaciones Monterrey Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Aerofumigaciones Nayarit Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Agua Caliente Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Aguascalientes Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Arroyo de Agua Grande Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Blue Mountain Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bonanza Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bonfil Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bonito Valle Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Borrego Air Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Borrego Valley Airport | BXS | Small Airport |
| Brawley Municipal Airport | BWC | Small Airport |
| Broadway Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Calexico International Airport | CXL | Small Airport |
| Campeche Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ciudad Coahuila South Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cliff Hatfield Memorial Airport | CLR | Small Airport |
| Coahuila Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Desert Air Sky Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ejido Oaxaca Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| El Álamo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Pozo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Emory Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fertilizantes DAF Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Glamis Landing Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Holtville Airport (Closed indefinitely) | — | Small Airport |
| Islita Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jacumba Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Janitzio Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Johnson Brothers Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Aurora Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Mesa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Rumorosa Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lansing Empire Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Islas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lazaro Cardenas Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| López Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| LZ Phantom Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Maran Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mariposa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Melgoza Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mezquital Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Morelos Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Mosqueda Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Muller Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Imperial
18 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Calexico Police Department | 420 East 5th Street | |
| Comandancia de Policía | ||
| Comandancia de Policía | ||
| El Centro Police Department | 150 North 11th Street | |
| Estación de Policía Baja California | ||
| Estación de Policía Baja California | ||
| Estación de Policía Mayos | ||
| Estación de Policía Mayos | Avenida Oaxaca | |
| Estacion de Policia Primero de Diciembre | ||
| Estacion de Policia Primero de Diciembre | Santos Degollado | |
| Estación de Policía Virreyes | ||
| Estación de Policía Virreyes | ||
| Holtville Police Department | ||
| Imperial County Sheriff | 328 Applestill Road | |
| Procuraduría General de la República | ||
| Procuraduría General de la República | ||
| Sub-Comandancia de Policía Zona Noreste | 3863A Ricardo Flores Magón | |
| Sub-Comandancia de Policía Zona Noreste |
Grocery Stores in Imperial
14 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Aldi 79081 | Supermarket | 2260 N Imperial Ave |
| Arco Ampm 42316 | Convenience Store | 205 E 15th St |
| Aten Express | Convenience Store | 390 W Aten Rd |
| Costco Wholesale 121 | Super Store | 2030 N Imperial Ave |
| Dollar Tree 3748 | Other | 2300 Cottonwood Dr |
| El Sol Market | Grocery Store | 124 W Barioni Blvd |
| FOOD 4 LESS 774 | Super Store | 2420 Cottonwood Dr |
| H&m Fuel Inc | Convenience Store | 144 S J St |
| Jack in the Box #3054 | Restaurant Meals Program | 2499 Cottonwood Dr |
| Keys Bargain | Convenience Store | 119 N Imperial Ave |
| McDonald's #39798 | Restaurant Meals Program | 810 N Imperial Ave |
| Target Store T-1816 | Super Store | 2295 N Imperial Ave |
| Walmart 1555 | Super Store | 2150 N WATERMAN AVE |
| Wendy's #12945 | Restaurant Meals Program | 2290 N Imperial Ave |
Post Offices in Imperial
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Imperial Post Office | |
| Imperial Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Imperial
7 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| County of Imperial - Calexico Adult SUD Treatment Program | Substance Abuse | 442-265-1525 |
| County of Imperial - El Centro Adolescent SUD Trt Program | Substance Abuse | 442-265-1525 |
| DIF | ||
| DIF | ||
| Imperial County Behavioral Health - Children Adolescents Outpatient Servs | Mental Health | 442-265-1525 |
| Imperial Valley Medical Clinic Inc | Substance Abuse | 760-357-6566 |
| Imperial Valley Medical Clinic Inc - Medical Treatment Center | Substance Abuse | 760-482-0864 |
DOL Wage Violations in Imperial
6 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $124,121 in back wages owed to 265 employees.
| Employer | Severity | Parent Company | ZIP | Industry | Cases | Back Wages | Per Employee | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IMPERIAL IRRIGATION DISTRICT [OSHA] | — | — | 92251 | Water Supply and Irrigation Systems | 1 | $95,400 | $1,767 | 54 |
| LUNA NUEVA HARVEST | — | — | 92249 | — | 4 | $19,371 | $120 | 161 |
| Rodeway Inn | — | — | 92251 | — | 2 | $4,272 | $186 | 23 |
| Nature Joy Harvest, LLC | — | — | 92251 | — | 1 | $4,076 | $170 | 24 |
| Imperial Lamb Company | — | — | 92251 | — | 1 | $656 | $328 | 2 |
| Johnnys Burritos | — | Johnny's Burritos | 92251 | — | 1 | $346 | $346 | 1 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Imperial
11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| CALVARY KALEO INC | 242 JOSH CT |
| CENTRAL APOSTOLIC TABERNACLE INC | PO BOX 1001 |
| CENTRO FAMILIAR AMOR Y LIBERTAD VI INC | 420 MORONGO DR |
| EL CENTRO FAITH BAPTIST CHURCH | 2353 LA BRUCHERIE RD |
| EL CENTRO VALLEY CHRISTIAN CHURCH | 431 W WALL RD |
| FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD OF IMPERIAL CALIFORNIA | 320 S J ST |
| IGLESIA APOSTOLICA DE LA FE EN CISTO JESUS IN THE US PHOENIX DIST | 219 S K ST |
| MARANATHA COMMUNITY CHURCH | 917 S 2ND ST |
| SAINT ANTHONY OF PADUA CATHOLIC PARISH IN IMPERIAL CA REAL PROP SU | 211 W 6TH ST |
| SHEKINAH FELLOWSHIP | 576 WILD ROSE LN |
| SOLID ROCK CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES INC | PO BOX 673 |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Imperial
What is the population of Imperial?
Imperial has a population of 20,943 residents and is located in California. The population density is 3,319 people per square mile, spread across 5.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 32.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.6% female and 48.4% male.
Is Imperial expensive to live in?
Imperial is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 110.7 compared to the national baseline of 100. The median household income is $83,214, 11% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $344,700 (22% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,396 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Imperial safe?
Imperial is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 28 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 310 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Imperial receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Imperial?
Imperial has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 93°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 2.4 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 63.
How is the job market in Imperial?
Imperial has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,051. There are 9,795 business establishments in the area, including 280 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 9.5% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Imperial?
The median home value in Imperial is $344,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $430,863. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,396. Fair market rent is $1,038 for a 1-bedroom and $1,362 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 65.5%. The average annual property tax is $4,268.
How are the schools in Imperial?
Schools in Imperial have an average test score of 4.1 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 20.3% of adults in Imperial hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.9% have completed high school. 6.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Imperial?
The obesity rate in Imperial is 32.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 10.9% of adults are smokers. 30.0% are physically inactive. 20.0% of residents report depression. 17.4% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 81.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,997.
What is transportation like in Imperial?
The average commute in Imperial is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 75.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 9.5% work from home.
What are the demographics of Imperial?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Imperial is 37.3% White, 1% Black or African American, 1.4% Hispanic or Latino. 32.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 67.5% speak Spanish. 6.5% of the population are military veterans. 13.0% of residents have a disability. 94.6% have health insurance coverage.
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