Peru, VT is a small village located in the town of Peru and nestled in the heart of Bennington County. With a population of 457 people, the village has managed to stay true to its rural roots and maintain a quiet, peaceful atmosphere. For visitors looking for an escape from city life, Peru, VT offers numerous year-round outdoor activities such as camping, fishing, hiking and skiing at nearby Bromley Mountain. Along with these outdoor opportunities, there are several local businesses to explore including the Peru Country Store which provides groceries and handmade goods as well as The View Restaurant offering traditional Vermont specialties. Other community organizations include the local fire department and library which both offer free events open to all residents throughout the year. Finally sports enthusiasts can take part in organized games such as softball tournaments held at the Town Park Fields each summer.
The population in Peru is 457. There are 12 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Peru is 50, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Peru is 2.2, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Peru
- 68.8% are married
- 9.2% are divorced
- 26.0% are married with children
- 9.6% have children, but are single
Race in Peru
- 95.1% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.3% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 4.6% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.0% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander