Peru is a city located in Miami County, in the state of Indiana (IN), United States. Nestled in the East North Central division of the Midwest region, it covers an area of 4.6 square miles (12.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 656 ft. With a population of approximately 12,994 residents, Peru offers a vibrant community life.
The town's population is composed of about 46.8% males and 53.2% females, and it has a population density of N/A (N/A). Peru lies at a latitude of 40.76 and a longitude of -86.07, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (13%), followed by English (7.7%), German (20.7%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 46970.