Imperial, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Imperial is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,302. Residents earn $68,314 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
2,302 Population 726/sq mi density
$68,314 Median Income $45,385 per capita
$199,600 Home Value
$861 Median Rent 22.0% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$68,314 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$199,600 home value, $861/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,314
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $199,600
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.4%
2% higher than US avg
Median Rent $861
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.4%
80% lower than US avg

How Imperial Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,302
Median Age46.3 yrs
Density726/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans9.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,314
Per Capita$45,385
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.4%
County GDP$8,033M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$199,600
Rent$861
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden22.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Elevation1,120 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.4%
High School+94.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute19 min
Broadband91.0%
Libraries11

Is Imperial a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Imperial receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Imperial stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Imperial is $68,314, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Imperial is $199,600, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $861 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Imperial experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches, including 44.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Imperial has a population of 2,302 with a density of 726 people per square mile. The median age is 46.3 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.2%), with 2.6% Hispanic, 2.4% Black.

Population

2,302
Total Population
726
People / sq mi
46.3yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Imperial vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.5%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.5%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Imperial vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Imperial is $68,314, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Imperial vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,314
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$45,385
Avg Weekly Wage$1,131
IRS Avg AGI$69,750

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.4%
80% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,586
County GDP$8,033M

Business (County)

Restaurants311
Healthcare472
Retail475
Manufacturing159

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,587
60% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.1 min
Drive Alone82.7%
Public Transit2.0%
Work from Home8.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Imperial is $199,600, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $861 (26% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$199,600
29% below US avg
Median List Price$449,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$449,000
$/Sq Ft$72
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio88.0%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory10

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$861
26% below US avg
Rent Burden22.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,587
60% above US avg
Effective Rate2.80%

Health Metrics: Imperial vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.3%
Premature Death9,406/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access86.4%
Healthcare Facilities472

Crime Rates: Imperial vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Imperial has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall44.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,120 ft (341 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.2 km²)
Population Density726/sq mi
Coordinates40.4537°N, 80.2499°W
County FIPS42007
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 34.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.7-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.9%
D 39.2%

Winner: Republican by 20.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.4%
2% above US avg
High School+94.6%
School Test Score5.95
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density726/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities472
Restaurants311
Retail Stores475

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.1 min
Drive Alone82.7%
Public Transit2.0%
Work from Home8.0%

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