Peru, MA
Maps & Population Facts

Population
811
Population Density
31
Labor Participaton
73.9%
Bachelor's or Higher
24.4%
Median Household Income
$68,636
Median Individual Income
$36,429
Median Individual Income(Full-time Workers Only)
$50,625

Housing Estimates

Median House Value
$185,800
Median Gross Rent
$0
Median Mortgage Payment
$1,419
Housing Units
419
People who reside in Peru live in:
Detached - Single Family Homes
88%
Apt, Condo, Other
12%
Analysis

Income

Households in Peru earn more money than the national median income, averaging 14% higher per household.

Housing

Peru has a median house price of $185,800. The cost of homeownership is slightly less than most areas. The cost of renting in Peru is 1.00% less than the national average.

Percent
Renter Occupied Households 38%
New Construction (Built after 2000) 14%

Demographics

The median age in Peru is 51. Peru has a population that is significantly older than in comparison to the US median age.

Peru ranks in the lowest of the nation for having an educated population and has significantly less college graduates per resident than most areas.

Housing Data

Housing Comparison
Peru Massachusetts USA
Median Property Value 185,800 385,400 217,600
Median Mortgage Payment 1,419 2,108 1,513
Median Gross Rent 0 1,208 1,012
Property Vacancy 16.5% 10.0% 12.6%
% Renters 8% 38% 36%
Residents per Sq. Mi. 31 885 93
Personal Comparison
Peru Massachusetts USA
Median Household Income 68,636 77,385 60,336
Median Individual Income 36,429 41,700 33,646
Median Income (Full-Time) 50,625 60,923 46,881
Median Age 51.3 39.5 38.1
Labor Participation 73.9% 67.8% 62.8%
Attained College Degree 24.4% 43.4% 32.0%

Population Density Analysis

Peru, MA
31
Residents per Sq. Mile
The population density of Peru is comparable to that of a Remote Area.
Major City
10,000 Residents +
Mid-Sized City
5,000 Residents +
Small City
2,500 Residents +
Suburban
500 Residents +
Rural
100 Residents +
Remote
1 Residents +

Demographics