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Imperial, CA

Imperial is a city in Imperial County, California, 4 miles (6.4 km) north of El Centro.

As of the 2010 census, the city had a population of 14,758. It is part of the El Centro metropolitan area. In 2016, Imperial was the fourth fastest-growing city in the state, gaining 4.1 percent more residents from January 1, 2015, to January 1, 2016. It compares to Imperial County's growth of 1.3 percent and Brawley's growth of 1.2 percent.

Imperial was created by the Imperial Land Company and was named by George Chaffey. Imperial's first post office opened in 1901. Imperial was incorporated in 1904. The first mayor of Imperial was Allison Peck. The town site of Imperial was plotted in 1902 for home and commercial businesses. Its first buildings included a printing press, drug store, grocery store, brick building, and church. The city can also boast of having the first school in the valley and the first Chamber of Commerce. The City of Imperial was incorporated on July 12, 1904, thus being the first city in the valley to incorporate. The city was originally thought to become the county seat but lost out to the City of El Centro in 1907.

Imperial through the years became the location for the home of the Imperial Irrigation District, the California Mid-Winter Fair, and the Imperial County airport. Also, several businesses were established in the city. Imperial was devastated by earthquakes in 1916 and 1940. An earthquake in 1979 destroyed many of the old buildings in the downtown business area, including City Hall. Re-building of the business district was slow for many years. In June 2014 a McDonnell Douglas AV-8B Harrier II from Marine Corps Air Station Yuma crashed in a residential area. The pilot ejected safely, and no residents were injured.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 5.9 square miles (15 km2), all land. Imperial is located in the Imperial Valley (considered locally as synonymous with Imperial County). The city is 59.5 feet (18.14 m) below sea level. The Imperial Valley is in the Colorado Desert, an extension of the larger Sonoran Desert. The agriculture industry's demand for water is supplied by canals diverting water from the nearby Colorado River. The Salton Sea was created after a 1905 flood from the Colorado River.

In this region, the geology is dominated by the transition of the tectonic plate boundary from rift to transverse fault. The southernmost strands of the San Andreas Fault connect the northernmost extensions of the East Pacific Rise. Consequently, the region is subject to earthquakes, and the crust is being stretched, resulting in a sinking of the terrain over time.

Imperial focuses on health and wellness. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs offered by the Imperial Recreation and Community Services Department. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Fitness Oasis, Imperial Valley Fitness Community, and 4:13 Fitness Center. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Imperial, such as the Sky Ranch Park and the Lazy Lizard to Superstitions OHV Loop. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

The top sites in Imperial, CA are Salvation Mountain, East Jesus, and Imperial Valley Desert Museum.
 

Population: 14,758 (2010). ZIP code: 92251. Area code: 760. Elevation: −59 ft (−18 m). Area: 5.9 square miles (15 km2)

FAQs

Is Imperial, CA expensive to live in?

Imperial is 4% more expensive than the national average and 23% less expensive to live in than the average city in California. This assumes a $72,000 annual salary and a 2-bedroom Apt. Food costs in Imperial are less affordable than average in the United States. Transportation costs in Imperial are less affordable than average in the United States.

Is Imperial, CA a safe place?

According to NeighborhoodScout's analysis of FBI crime statistics, Imperial is safer than 72% of the cities and towns in the US of all population sizes. In California, only on the order of 9% of the communities have a lower crime rate than Imperial. If you live in Imperial, your chance of becoming a victim of crime in the community is 1 in 186. The US average across communities from the largest to the smallest is 1 in 43.

Is Imperial, CA a good place to live?

Living in Imperial offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Imperial, there are a lot of parks. Many families and young professionals live in Imperial and residents tend to be liberal. The public schools in Imperial are above average.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Imperial

Imperial Recreation and Community Services Department

Fitness Oasis

Imperial Valley Fitness Community

4:13 Fitness Center

Sky Ranch Park

Lazy Lizard to Superstitions OHV Loop

Salvation Mountain

East Jesus

Imperial Valley Desert Museum

Erieri

Neighborhoodscout

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