Home Value $91,300

68% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 23.6%

30% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 40.2%

25% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 8.7%

30% lower than US avg

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

People

Population276

Median Age36.3 yrs

Density65/mi²

Male / Female65% / 35%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans10.2%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$48,253

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty8.7%

County GDP$1,125M

Commute16 min

Housing

Home Value$91,300

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units137

Rent Burden20.0%

Health

Obesity40.2%

Uninsured28.7%

Smoking17.2%

Depression22.7%

Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain13.7 in/yr

Sunny Days330/yr

Elevation2,393 ft (729 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+23.6%

High School+92.1%

Graduate+13.4%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%

Commute16 min

Broadband93.0%

Libraries1

Is Imperial a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Imperial receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Imperial has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Imperial is $91,300, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

23.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Imperial enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 13.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Imperial has a population of 276 with a density of 65 people per square mile. The median age is 36.3 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

276

Total Population

People / sq mi

36.3yrs

Median Age

7% below US avg

4.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 65.2%

Female 34.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Imperial vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	50.2%
	36% below US avg
Spanish	49.8%
	272% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Imperial vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Imperial is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Imperial vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$48,253
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,462
IRS Avg AGI	$69,701

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	8.7%
	30% below US avg
Establishments (County)	114
County GDP	$1,125M

Business (County)

Restaurants	9
Healthcare	7
Retail	14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,833
	10% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	4.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	15.9 min
Drive Alone	88.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Imperial is $91,300, 68% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$91,300
	68% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	20.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$887
1 Bedroom	$935
2 Bedrooms	$1,149
3 Bedrooms	$1,497
4 Bedrooms	$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	81.7%
Housing Units	137
Median Year Built	1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,833
	10% above US avg
Effective Rate	4.20%

In Imperial, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.7% of residents lack health insurance. 17.2% are current smokers. 22.7% report depression. 37.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	40.2%
	25% above US avg
Diabetes	15.7%
Heart Disease	7.0%
High Blood Pressure	35.5%
Asthma	9.8%
COPD	7.4%
Cancer	5.3%
Stroke	3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	17.2%
	23% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.0%
Physical Inactivity	37.1%
Depression	22.7%
Mental Distress	19.3%
Physical Distress	17.0%
Short Sleep	39.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	92.6%
Uninsured	28.7%
	234% above US avg
Checkup Rate	70.9%
Dental Visits	49.8%
Premature Death	11,492/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.6/10
Exercise Access	94.1%
Healthcare Facilities	7

Imperial has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.7 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)

Annual Average	65.0°F
	20% above US avg
January Average	44°F (7°C)
July Average	84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days	330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	13.7 inches
	64% below US avg
Snowfall	1.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	2,393 ft (729 m)
Area	4.2 sq mi (10.9 km²)
Population Density	65/sq mi
Coordinates	31.2668°N, 102.6947°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	48103

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 23.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 72.8-point margin. 93.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.2%

D 13.4%

Winner: Republican by 72.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	23.6%
	30% below US avg
High School+	92.1%
Graduate Degree+	13.4%
School Test Score	5.10

C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	65/sq mi
Total Area	4.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	93.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	7
Restaurants	9
Retail Stores	14

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	15.9 min
Drive Alone	88.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Imperial, TX

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Imperial a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

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

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities