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County overview

Imperial County

California - aging-in-place demographics, contractor density, and accessibility insights for Imperial County.

Census ACS 5-year estimates

Who lives in Imperial County

Population
179,578
Age 65+
13.2%
Median age
32.6
Owner-occupied
57.7%
With disability
14.2%
Median home value
$256,000
Median income
$53,847
Residents 65+
23,671
How Imperial County compares

vs. the U.S. average

% age 65+
-20%
% owner-occupied
-11%
% with disability
+10.1%
Median household income
-28.3%
Median home value
-9.2%
Median age
-15.3%

Comparison computed from the latest American Community Survey 5-year estimates. A positive number means this county is higher than the national average; negative means lower.

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Other counties in California

Los Angeles County
9,936,690 residents
San Diego County
3,289,701 residents
Orange County
3,175,227 residents
Riverside County
2,429,487 residents
San Bernardino County
2,180,563 residents
Santa Clara County
1,916,831 residents
Alameda County
1,663,823 residents
Sacramento County
1,579,211 residents

Aging-in-place in Imperial County

Imperial County is home to roughly 179,578 residents, of whom about 23,704 are age 65 or older - a senior share of 13.2%, well below the U.S. average. For families planning aging-in-place modifications here, that population density translates directly into a deep bench of local contractors familiar with the needs of older homeowners.

Roughly 57.7% of homes in Imperial County are owner-occupied at a median home value of $256,000. That's a lower-than-average ownership rate, which can mean more renters navigating accessibility modifications with landlord involvement. Older homes in established neighborhoods can require careful planning for grab-bar anchoring, walk-in shower conversions, and doorway widening - all standard work for the aging-in-place specialists listed below.

About 14.2% of Imperial County residents report a disability, a rate elevated relative to national levels. Demand for accessibility-focused remodelers - bathroom safety upgrades, non-slip flooring, ADA toilet installations, and lowered countertops - reflects that local population, not a one-size-fits-all national average.