Imperial, NE
Full City Profile · Nebraska · Chase County County
Imperial, NE
At a Glance
How Imperial Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Imperial's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Imperial a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Imperial residents earn a median household income of $71,667 , which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,899. The unemployment rate stands at 1.8% (50% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 224 business establishments, including 15 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Imperial is $176,700 , 37% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $242,310. Median rent is $1,046/month, with 28.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1976.
Safety & Crime
Imperial reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 113/100K.
Education
26.6% of adults in Imperial hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below the national average). 83.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Imperial has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.5 inches.