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Peru, IL

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Population
9,780
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
603 ft
Median Home Value
$154,300
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$921/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$74,808
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in IllinoisPopulation rankingHighest population places in IllinoisNearest larger communityYorkville, Illinois42 miles away · 26,730 residents.

About Peru

Peru is a city in LaSalle County, Illinois, situated along the Illinois River. Historically developing as a busy steamboat port and serving as the western terminus of the Illinois and Michigan Canal, the community of approximately 9,775 is served by Peru Elementary School District 124 for public primary and secondary education for local students.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingNearby Hospital Emergency DepartmentsA+98.4rating

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