What are the schools like in Imperial, NE?

Imperial is served primarily by CHASE COUNTY SCHOOLS. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.0:1.

What is the median household income in Imperial?

The median household income in Imperial, NE is $64,625 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.9%.

What is the weather like in Imperial, NE?

Imperial has an average high temperature of 42.2°F in January and 90.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 26.0 inches.

Imperial, NE Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Imperial, NE affordable or expensive?

Imperial's cost of living index is 93, where 100 represents the national average. This means Imperial is 7% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $177,400 and the median rent is $1,004 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Imperial, NE?

Crime rate data for Imperial is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Imperial, NE a Good Place to Live?

Imperial is a small town of 2,207 in Nebraska, with a median household income of $64,625 and a 2.9% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 93 (US average = 100), which is 7% below the national average.

Strengths: Imperial stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B+), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Imperial is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Imperial city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 93.1

Imperial's overall cost of living index is 93.1, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Imperial costs roughly 7% less than the average American city.

Metric	Imperial, NE	National Avg
Median Home Value	$177,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,004	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	77.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$64,625	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Crime data for Imperial is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Imperial is served primarily by CHASE COUNTY SCHOOLS. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.0:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Imperial, NE	National Avg
School District	CHASE COUNTY SCHOOLS	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.0:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	25.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	83.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Imperial sees average highs of 42.2°F in January and 90.8°F in July, with 20.0 inches of annual precipitation and 26.0 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Imperial, NE
Average High — January	42.2°F
Average High — July	90.8°F
Annual Precipitation	20.0"
Annual Snowfall	26.0"

Demographics

Metric	Imperial, NE	National Avg
Population	2,207	—
Median Age	38.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.9%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	13.7 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	84.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	13.5%	18.9%
Asian	0.5%	6.3%
Under 18	26.9%	22.2%
65 and over	21.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Champion, NE 6 mi Enders, NE 7 mi Wauneta, NE 15 mi Lamar, NE 18 mi Hamlet, NE 23 mi

ZIP Codes in Imperial

Imperial, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code:

69033

Imperial vs Other Cities

Imperial, NE vs Champion, NE Imperial, NE vs Enders, NE Imperial, NE vs Wauneta, NE Imperial, NE vs Lamar, NE Imperial, NE vs Hamlet, NE

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Imperial, NE affordable or expensive?

Imperial's cost of living index is 93, where 100 is the national average. That makes Imperial roughly 7% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $177,400 and median rent is $1,004/month.

What is the crime rate in Imperial, NE?

Crime data for Imperial is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Imperial?

Public schools in Imperial are operated by CHASE COUNTY SCHOOLS. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.0:1. 25.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Imperial, NE a good place to live?

Imperial, NE has a population of 2,207, a median household income of $64,625, and an unemployment rate of 2.9%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Imperial?

Imperial averages 42.2°F in January and 90.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 20.0 inches with about 26.0 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Imperial?

Imperial, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code: 69033.

What is the population of Imperial?

The population of Imperial, Nebraska is 2,207 with a median age of 38.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Imperial?

Key numbers for living in Imperial: cost of living index 93 (100 = US average), median home $177,400, median household income $64,625, crime index 1 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Imperial side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.