Peru, Nebraska
Quick Statistics
Peru is a community in Nemaha County, Nebraska, home to about 653 people spread across 0.5 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $11,786 a year, and a typical home is worth about $96,600. About 42.7% of adults hold a college degree, and 92.1% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has shrunk about 25 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Nebraska towns GeoStat tracks, Peru ranks number 173 of 583 in population, number 475 in median household income, number 326 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Peru typically top out near 87°F in July, while January nights average about 14°F. The area sees roughly 30 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Watson, MO | 5.7 mi. | 51 |
| 2. | Brownville, NE | 6.7 mi. | 102 |
| 3. | Julian, NE | 7.7 mi. | 42 |
| 4. | Auburn, NE | 8.5 mi. | 3,470 |
| 5. | Phelps City, MO | 9.0 mi. | 0 |
| 6. | Hamburg, IA | 9.6 mi. | 927 |
| 7. | Nemaha, NE | 10.1 mi. | 64 |
| 8. | Rock Port, MO | 11.4 mi. | 1,221 |
What is the population of Peru, Nebraska?
Peru has a population of about 653 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Peru, Nebraska in?
Peru is located in Nemaha County, Nebraska.
What is the median home value in Peru, Nebraska?
The median home value in Peru is about $96,600, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Peru, Nebraska?
The median personal income in Peru is about $11,786 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Peru, Nebraska?
Since 1950, 22 tornadoes have been recorded in Nemaha County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Peru, Nebraska?
Typical July highs run about 87 degrees and January lows about 14 degrees, with around 30 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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