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Peru, IL
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Peru, IL
At a Glance
How Peru Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Peru's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Peru a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Peru residents earn a median household income of $68,147 , which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,131. The unemployment rate stands at 2.1% (42% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 165 business establishments, including 10 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Peru is $155,600 , 45% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $174,202. Median rent is $879/month, with 23.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 100.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1958.
Safety & Crime
Peru reports 195 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 49% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,664/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
21.3% of adults in Peru hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below the national average). 95.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Peru has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.