The City of Imperia is a dynamic community, characterized by a diverse community, diverse populations, and a strong tourist vocation.
This page provides key data on the resident population, citizenship distribution, and tourist flows in the area.
Resident population
As of November 10, 2026, the resident population in the Municipality of Imperia is equal to 42,989 inhabitants .
Inhabitants
Source: Municipal Registry – November 10, 2026
Distribution of citizenships
The resident population includes citizens of various nationalities, contributing to the cultural and social richness of the city.
The following graph shows the distribution of citizenships present in the municipal territory.
Data updated as of October 1, 2026
Tourism in the City of Imperia
Tourism is a significant component of the city's economy and life. Imperia, thanks to its scenic, historical, and cultural heritage and its seaside location, welcomes Italian and international visitors every year.
Data for the period January-September 2026 show an overall growth in tourist flows compared to the same period in 2025.
Arrivals indicate the number of guests registered at accommodation facilities; presences indicate the total number of overnight stays.
Origin of tourists
In the period January-September 2026, tourist arrivals are divided as follows:
Italian tourists generated 92,098 presences , while foreign tourists recorded 108,021 presences .
International tourism recorded a 4.96% growth in arrivals and a 3.28% growth in presences compared to the same period in 2025.
Monthly trend of tourist flows
The table shows tourist arrivals and presences recorded in the first nine months of 2026, with a comparison with 2025.
| Month | Arrivals 2026 | Var. arrivals | Attendance 2026 | Variation of attendance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 2,897 | +1.44% | 6,800 | +2.94% |
| February | 4.199 | +14.10% | 8,892 | +14.16% |
| March | 4,068 | -9.42% | 8,467 | -6.85% |
| April | 6,994 | -4.35% | 15,468 | -7.23% |
| May | 9.969 | +17.38% | 22,671 | +12.56% |
| June | 9,371 | -4.39% | 26,053 | -2.08% |
| July | 11,346 | +7.48% | 38,381 | +0.02% |
| August | 11,812 | -0.36% | 47,363 | -0.57% |
| September* | 8,864 | +3.87% | 26,024 | +4.12% |
| Total | 69,520 | +2.87% | 200.119 | +1.12% |
* Data for September 2026 has not yet been consolidated. As of the reporting date, the provincial response rate was 95.56%.
Accommodation and hospitality facilities
Imperia's tourist accommodation system includes hotels, tourist residences, and other types of accommodation.
In the first nine months of 2026, hotel facilities, residences and RTAs recorded 41,574 arrivals and 106,843 presences .
The other accommodation facilities recorded 27,946 arrivals and 93,276 presences .
Sources and data updates
Resident population: data provided by the Registry Office of the Municipality of Imperia, updated as of November 10, 2026.
Citizenships: data updated as of October 1, 2026.
Tourist flows: Regional statistical data on tourist arrivals and stays recorded at accommodation facilities in the Municipality of Imperia. The information refers to the period January-September 2026, compared to the same period in 2025, based on regional reports updated to October 30, 2026.
Note: Tourism data for September 2026 are still provisional and subject to subsequent consolidation.