Imperial County Map, California

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Imperial County, California

Imperial County is about as far south and east as you can get in California. It’s mostly desert area so it’s hot and dry most of the year.
The Salton Sea, California’s biggest inland lake, is here. It’s… interesting to say the least. Smelly, but the birds love it.
The county’s population is just over 195,000, but it’s spread out. If you’re into off-roading, the Imperial Sand Dunes are a major draw. Imperial County is hot, it’s dry, and it has a unique kind of beauty you won’t find anywhere else.
Category | Details |
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County Name | Imperial County |
County Seat | El Centro |
Population | Approximately 195,000 |
Cities, Towns, and Communities | El Centro, Calexico, Brawley, Imperial, Holtville, Westmorland |
Interstates and Highways | Interstate 8, U.S. Route 111, State Route 86, State Route 78 |
FIPS Code | 06-025 |
Total Area (Land and Water) | 4,175 square miles (Land: 4,173 sq mi, Water: 2 sq mi) |
Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Riverside County (North), La Paz County, Arizona (Northeast), San Diego County (West), Yuma County, Arizona (Southeast) |
Time Zone | Pacific Standard Time (PST) |
State | California |
Coordinates | 32.8322° N, 115.5753° W |
Etymology | Named for the Imperial Valley, which is a major agricultural region |
Major Landmarks | Imperial Sand Dunes, Salton Sea, Anza-Borrego Desert State Park |
Website | Imperial County Website |
PHYSICAL MAP
Imperial County Topographic Map
The desert basin landscape of Imperial County appears in detail on this topographic map. Zoom in to examine the flat valleys, desert plains, and the fascinating depression of the Salton Sea.

SATELLITE IMAGERY
Imperial County Satellite Map
Desert landscape surrounds intensive agricultural areas in this satellite image. The Salton Sea’s dark waters contrast sharply with the light-colored desert terrain.

OUTLINE MAP
Imperial County Blank Map
This blank map shows Imperial County’s rectangular shape in California’s southeastern corner. The southern boundary marks the Mexican border while the eastern edge follows the Colorado River.

Neighboring Counties
Here are the 4 neighboring counties of Imperial County:
California County Map
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