Peru city, Illinois
Official LSAD Designation: Peru city • Census GEOID: 1759234
• Bureau County / LaSalle County
Peru city is an incorporated city in Bureau County, LaSalle County, Illinois. According to official records from the Census (2025), Peru city had an estimated population of 9,780 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation Peru city (GEOID 1759234).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
City Of Peru
Municipal
Official Title:
Clerk
Address:
1901 4TH ST, PERU IL 61354-3309
County Of Bureau
County
Official Title:
Bureau County Clerk
Address:
700 SOUTH MAIN STREET, RM. 104, PRINCETON IL 61356
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,780 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $74,808 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $154,300 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 10.44 sq mi | Gazetteer (2026) |
| Civic & Public Services | Hospitals, Libraries, Colleges | CMS / IMLS / IPEDS |
| Schools & Districts | NCES Directory Listings | Provided by k12guides.com |
| Nearby Airports | Landing Facilities | Provided by airport-data.com |
| Climate & Weather | NOAA 30-Year Normals | 1991–2020 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).