Cost of Living in Imperial County, CA

Modeled annual cost: $47,311.

Median family income: $64,569.

Affordability Snapshot

CA County Median

$58,396

State Rank

58thMost expensive counties in CA out of 58See California county rankings

Median Income

$64,569

Location Type

Metro

Biggest category:

Transport is the biggest expense in Imperial County, CA.

$14,275 per year.

Cost breakdown

Total

$47,311

Per year

  • Transport:$14,275
  • Housing:$11,280
  • Taxes:$8,432
  • Healthcare:$5,194
  • Other Costs:$4,598
  • Food:$3,531
  • Childcare:$0

* Percentages may not add up to 100% due to rounding.

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Cost of Living in Imperial County, CA (2026)