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Peru, NE
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Peru, NE
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 $41,875 , which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,950. The unemployment rate stands at 6.7% (86% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 221 business establishments, including 18 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Peru is $85,900 , 70% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $141,585. Median rent is $504/month, with 24.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Peru reports 69 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 82% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,811/100K.
Education
37.0% of adults in Peru hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% above the national average). 93.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Peru has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 32.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.