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Imperial County
City in California, United States
Overview
Imperial County is a unique destination in Southern California, celebrated for its agricultural heritage, warm climate, and proximity to the U.S.-Mexico border. The region offers a relaxed pace of life, authentic local cuisine, and fascinating natural attractions like the Salton Sea.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
California
Population
179,702
Time Zone
America/Los_Angeles
Coordinates
33.04°, -115.37°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
60
Female Safety
62
LGBTQ+ Safety
55
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
70
Monthly Cost
$2,180
Local Cost
$1,440
Local Income
$2,400
Cashless
78
English
97
Temperature
23.7°C
Summer Avg
33.6°C
Winter Avg
14.1°C
Record High
50.1°C
Record Low
-1.0°C
Humidity
36%
Precipitation
105 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
BWC
Distance
15 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-21.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 60/100.
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