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Peru, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Peru is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 65.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
65 Population 2,167/sq mi density
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Peru Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population65
Median Age63.9 yrs
Density2,167/mi²
Male / Female19% / 82%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans65.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$29,022
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$11,249M
Commute17 min

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,003 ft (306 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 51%
Commute17 min
Broadband32.0%
Libraries5

Is Peru a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Peru receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Peru stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Peru experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.5 inches, including 43.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Peru has a population of 65 with a density of 2,167 people per square mile. The median age is 63.9 years, 64% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

65
Total Population
2,167
People / sq mi
63.9yrs
Median Age
64% above US avg
0.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 18.5%
Female 81.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Peru vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Peru vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Peru is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Peru vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$29,022
Avg Weekly Wage$1,208
IRS Avg AGI$84,665

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,610
County GDP$11,249M

Business (County)

Restaurants342
Healthcare404
Retail407
Manufacturing161

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,489
85% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Peru has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.5 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.5 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall43.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,003 ft (306 m)
Area0.0 sq mi (0.1 km²)
Population Density2,167/sq mi
Coordinates40.8544°N, 77.7672°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42027
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.8-point margin. 32.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.1%
D 50.9%

Winner: Democrat by 2.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,167/sq mi
Total Area0.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access32.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities404
Restaurants342
Retail Stores407

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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