Demographics in Peru, NE

Population, age, race, ethnicity, and household statistics — 2023 ACS Data

Where is Peru?

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Population

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Total Population

691

Male

388

56.2%

Female

303

43.8%

Median Age

21.5

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

White

84.5%

Black

4.9%

Hispanic

7.5%

Asian

0.7%

Two or More

7.2%

Other

1.3%

Education & Household

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Bachelor's or Higher

14.8%

High School or Higher

24.5%

Foreign Born

1.4%

Veterans

1.3%

Married

17.2%

Avg Household Size

2.1

Marital Status by Age

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Peru, NE has a population of 691 with a median age of 21.5. The racial makeup is 84.5% White, 7.5% Hispanic, 4.9% Black, 0.7% Asian. About 14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 1.4%.