Imperia Population 2026
Imperia has a population of 42,328, making it the #172 biggest city in 🇮🇹 Italy, located in Liguria. Roughly 0.1% of Italy's population lives here. It is about 55× smaller than Rome, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
42,328
Rank in Italy
#172
Coordinates
43.89°N, 8.04°E
~10 m elevation · Europe/Rome
Distance to capital (Rome)
427 km
265 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Liguria
Cities near Imperia
FAQ
What is the population of Imperia?
Imperia has a population of 42,328 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #172 biggest city in Italy.
What region is Imperia in?
Imperia is located in Liguria, Italy.
Is Imperia the capital of Italy?
No, the capital of Italy is Rome, about 427 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.