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Imperial, SK

Saskatchewan

Imperial is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 372. Residents earn $66,500 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
372 Population 800/sq mi density
$66,500 Median Income $43,600 per capita
$100,000 Home Value
$950 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 307 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$66,500 median income, 5.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,000 home value, $950/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $66,500
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,000
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.5%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.7%
58% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.5%
49% higher than US avg

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

People

Population372
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density800/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

B
Median Income$66,500
Per Capita$43,600
Unemployment5.7%
Poverty18.5%
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,000
Rent$950
Ownership77.1%
Housing Units175
Rent Burden0.0%

Crime

C+
Property3,500/100K
Burglary484/100K

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain15.8 in/yr
Sunny Days307/yr
Elevation1,686 ft (514 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.5%
High School+37.1%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute13 min

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 affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty 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 $66,500, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 18.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Imperial is $100,000, 65% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 37.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Imperial has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 307 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.8 inches.

Imperial has a population of 372 with a density of 800 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.1% female and 46% male. The city is predominantly White (95%), with 2.5% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 86.5% of residents.

Population

372
Total Population
800
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46%
Female 54.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Imperial vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 86.5%
10% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages 13.5%

Social Characteristics

Imperial vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Imperial is $66,500, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,600 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $838, 41% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 12 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 18.5% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Imperial vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,500
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,600
Avg Weekly Wage$838

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.7%
58% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.5%
49% above US avg
Establishments (County)12

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.5 min
Drive Alone77.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Imperial is $100,000, 65% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below the national average of $1,163). 77.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 175 total housing units in the city. 0.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,000
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership77.1%
Owner-Occupied77.1%
Renter-Occupied20.0%
Housing Units175

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,503, burglary at 484, vehicle theft at 505 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Imperial receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Total Property3,500.0/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary483.9/100K
Theft2,503.4/100K
Vehicle Theft504.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Imperial has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 63°F. The area gets 307 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 15.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,686 feet.

Temperature

2°F Jan (-17°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average36.7°F
32% below US avg
January Average2°F (-17°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days307 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,686 ft (514 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density800/sq mi
Coordinates51.3457°N, 105.4354°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.8"
58% below US avg
Snowfall 3.2"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.03"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.1. Most recent: M3.1 on Nov 29, 2001.

Nov 29, 2001 24 km SSW of Langham, Canada M3.1 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 2°F (-17°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 10°F (-12°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 22°F (-6°C) 0.7 in
April 40°F (4°C) 1.0 in
May 53°F (12°C) 1.9 in
June 62°F (16°C) 3.0 in Wettest
July 65°F (19°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.1 in
September 54°F (12°C) 1.5 in
October 41°F (5°C) 0.9 in
November 22°F (-6°C) 0.6 in
December 7°F (-14°C) 0.8 in

Imperial has a seasonal temperature swing of 63°F / from 2°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (0.4").

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6.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 81% below the national average of 33.7%. 37.1% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 77.8% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.5%
81% below US avg
High School+37.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density800/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.5 min
Drive Alone77.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.5%

Gas Stations in Imperial

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Co-op

Airports Near Imperial

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Allan Airport—Small Airport
Combine World Field—Small Airport
Craik Airport—Small Airport
Davidson Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Disley Airport—Small Airport
Imperial Airport—Small Airport
Lanigan Airport—Small Airport
Lumsden (Colhoun) Airport—Small Airport
Regina Beach Airport—Small Airport
Watrous Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Imperial

What is the population of Imperial?

Imperial has a population of 372 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 800 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 54.1% female and 46% male.

Is Imperial expensive to live in?

The median household income is $66,500, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $100,000 (65% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Imperial safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Imperial receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Imperial?

Imperial has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 2°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 307 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.8 inches, with 3.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Imperial?

The unemployment rate in Imperial is 5.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $838. There are 12 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 13 minutes, and 18.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Imperial?

The median home value in Imperial is $100,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $950. The homeownership rate is 77.1%.

How are the schools in Imperial?

6.5% of adults in Imperial hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 37.1% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Imperial?

The average commute in Imperial is 13 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 77.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 18.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Imperial?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Imperial is 95% White, 2.5% Asian. 86.5% of residents speak only English at home.

Nearby Cities

Watrous, SK 1,842 pop · 22.2 mi Davidson, SK 1,044 pop · 24.3 mi Lanigan, SK 1,433 pop · 38.9 mi Regina Beach, SK 1,292 pop · 43.1 mi Longlaketon No. 219, SK 1,096 pop · 45.4 mi Lumsden, SK 1,800 pop · 54.0 mi Lumsden No. 189, SK 1,968 pop · 54.3 mi Dundurn No. 314, SK 2,101 pop · 56.2 mi Blucher No. 343, SK 1,984 pop · 56.8 mi Humboldt, SK 6,033 pop · 60.5 mi Wynyard, SK 1,724 pop · 61.1 mi Caronport, SK 1,033 pop · 64.1 mi Moose Jaw, SK 33,665 pop · 65.5 mi Moose Jaw No. 161, SK 1,207 pop · 65.7 mi
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