Imperial Population 2026
Imperial has a population of 17,095, making it the #2760 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in California. It is about 515× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,095
Rank in United States
#2760
Coordinates
32.85°N, 115.57°W
~-18 m elevation · America/Los_Angeles
Distance to capital (Washington)
3,510 km
2,180 miles, straight line
Other big cities in California
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | 3,820,914 | #2 |
| San Diego | 1,404,452 | #8 |
| San Jose | 997,368 | #12 |
| San Francisco | 827,526 | #17 |
| Fresno | 542,107 | #34 |
| Sacramento | 524,943 | #35 |
| Long Beach | 474,140 | #41 |
| Oakland | 419,267 | #45 |
Cities near Imperial
FAQ
What is the population of Imperial?
Imperial has a population of 17,095 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2760 biggest city in United States.
What state is Imperial in?
Imperial is located in California, United States.
Is Imperial the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 3,510 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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