Demographics in Peru, NY

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

1,880

Male

851

45.3%

Female

1,029

54.7%

Median Age

41.1

Race & Ethnicity

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

White

93.2%

Black

1.2%

Hispanic

4.1%

Two or More

1.5%

Other

4.1%

Education & Household

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

Bachelor's or Higher

23.0%

High School or Higher

40.7%

Foreign Born

7.7%

Veterans

6.0%

Married

47.9%

Avg Household Size

2.3

Marital Status by Age

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

Peru, NY has a population of 1,880 with a median age of 41.1. The racial makeup is 93.2% White, 4.1% Hispanic, 1.2% Black. About 23.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 7.7%.