Imperial city, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026

Population Overview

Imperial city is a small community located in Nebraska. The total population is 2,182. It ranks as the 61st most populous out of 584 cities and towns in Nebraska.

Age Demographics

The median age in Imperial city is 36.7 years. This is 1% lower than the state median of 37.1 years. With 29.4% of the population under 18, Imperial city has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Imperial city is $71,667. This is 4% lower than the state median of $74,985. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 9% lower. The poverty rate stands at 10.3%. This is about average than the state poverty rate of 10.3%. The unemployment rate is 1.8%. This is 40% lower than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $176,700. Housing costs are 21% lower than the state median of $223,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x, Imperial city is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 82.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 24% higher than the state average of 66.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Imperial city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 70.9% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 28.0%. The Black or African American population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 4.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (28.0% vs 12.3%).

Education

26.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 22% lower than the state rate of 34.1%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 83.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Imperial city, Nebraska is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Nebraska state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 584 Census-designated places in Nebraska. For official data, visit data.census.gov.