Peru

IN

Miami County, Indiana

Population 36K |Median income $61,139 |1 hospital

Population
35,712
Miami County
Median Income
$61,139
-10% vs avg
Median Home Value
$126,200
-45% vs avg
Median Age
41.5
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
36K-2%
Median Income
$61,139+45%
Median Home Value
$126,200+50%
Poverty Rate
15.1%-12%
Unemployment
6.6%-48%

Economics

Median Rent
$838/mo
Poverty Rate
15.1% +6% vs avg
Unemployment 6.6%
Bachelor's Degree+ 16.1%
Work From Home 4.9%
Public Transit 0.3%

Population

White 88.2%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.8%
African American 3.7%
Asian 0.6%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
44.3%
High Blood Pressure
40.1%
Short Sleep Duration
36.9%
Physical Inactivity
28.4%
Current Smoking
19.2%
Frequent Mental Distress
18.6%
Binge Drinking
16.2%
Frequent Physical Distress
15.6%
Diabetes
14.6%
Current Asthma
11.2%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 79.5%
Dental Visit 56.7%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
9.8%
Coronary Heart Disease
8.1%
Stroke
4%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
DUKES MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
PERU · Critical Access Hospitals · ER
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Alerts & News — Peru Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Chester and York Counties in South Carolina

NOAA · 29m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central South Carolina Through 9:45 AM

NOAA · 29m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 29m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 35m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 35m ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Peru, IN? ▼
Peru, IN has a population of 35,712 people, located in Miami County, Indiana.
What is the median household income in Peru? ▼
The median household income in Peru, IN is $61,139 per year. The poverty rate is 15.1%.
What is the median home value in Peru? ▼
The median home value in Peru, IN is $126,200. Median rent is $838/month.
What are the top health concerns in Peru? ▼
The top health indicators in Peru include Obesity (44.3%), High Blood Pressure (40.1%), Short Sleep Duration (36.9%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Peru? ▼
Peru has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Peru? ▼
The median age in Peru, IN is 41.5 years. 16.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Peru, IN is located in Miami County, Indiana. With a population of 36K and a median household income of $61,139, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Peru area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Miami County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.