Peru, Vermont
Peru: town in Vermont, United States
About
Peru is a town located in the county of Bennington in the U.S. state of Vermont. Its population at the 2010 census was 375 and a population density of 4 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 355 inhabitants.
The town was created 264 years ago in 1761.
Quick Facts about Peru
| Population | 355 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Vermont (United States) |
| County | Bennington County |
| Postal code | 05152 |
| Phone Area Codes | 802 |
| Area | 96.7 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 43.2298,-72.8979 |
| Altitude | 1,647 feet / 502 meters |
| Establishment | October 13, 1761 (264 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 19:05:56 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 4 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -5.63% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 55℉ Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Peru is located at 43°13'47"N 72°53'52"W (43.2298000, -72.8978800).
Peru map
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Weather
A slight chance of rain showers before 8am. Partly sunny, with a high near 55.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Peru
Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Peru decreased by 5.63% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 375 | - | census |
| 2011 | 369 | -1.63% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 367 | -0.54% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 365 | -0.55% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 361 | -1.11% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 361 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 358 | -0.84% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 357 | -0.28% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 356 | -0.28% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 355 | -0.28% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 355 | 0% | estimation process |
People born in Peru (2)
People born in Peru, including botanist John Milton Bigelow, botanist, botanical collector and author Nellie Francena Waite Flynn, .
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Peru, VT. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 230898 | Green Mountain College | Poultney (VT) | 05764-1199 |
Nearby Transit Stations (30)
Rail and bus stations connected to Peru, VT. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OKO | Okemo, Vermont | 77 Okemo Ridge Rd | BUS |
| BLF | Bellows Falls station | 54 Depot St | RAIL |
| RUD | Rutland station | 25 Evelyn Street | RAIL |
| CLA | Claremont | Plains Rd. and Maple Ave. | RAIL |
| CNV | Castleton station | 266 Main Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Peru.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Peru Post Office | Peru (VT) | 05152 |
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- Peru, Illinois city in Illinois, United States with a population of 9,612 people.
- Peru, New York town in New York, United States with a population of 6,882 people.
- Peru, Ohio township in Morrow County, Ohio with a population of 1,531 people.
- Peru, Maine town in Maine, United States with a population of 1,509 people.
- Peru, Massachusetts town in Massachusetts, United States with a population of 833 people.
- Peru, Nebraska city in Nebraska, United States with a population of 792 people.
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Other cities in Bennington County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Bennington County , VT. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Bennington | 14,897 | Town in Vermont, United States |
| Manchester | 4,214 | Town in Vermont |
| Shaftsbury | 3,411 | Town in Vermont, United States |
| Pownal | 3,386 | Town in Bennington County, Vermont |
| Arlington | 2,204 | Town in Bennington County, Vermont, United States of America |
| Dorset | 1,937 | Town in Vermont |
| North Bennington | 1,694 | Village in Vermont |
| Sunderland | 947 | Town in Vermont |
| Stamford | 809 | Town in Vermont, United States |
| Readsboro | 720 | Town in Vermont, United States |
| Rupert | 682 | Town in Bennington County, Vermont |
| Woodford | 398 | Town in Bennington County, Vermont, United States |
| Sandgate | 380 | Town in Bennington County, Vermont |
| Old Bennington | 128 | Village in Vermont |
| Searsburg | 109 | Town in Bennington County, Vermont |
| Glastenbury | 7 | Ghost town in Vermont, United States |