Economy & Jobs — Peru, Indiana
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $46,159 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$52,600 |
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| Per Capita Income | $24,619 |
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| Poverty Rate | 23.6% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 9.1% |
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| In Labor Force | 5,062 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Manufacturing | 25.7% |
| Education Healthcare | 19.3% |
| Retail | 15.6% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Gas Stations | 22 |
| Full Service Restaurants | 22 |
| Fast Food | 18 |
| Insurance Agencies | 14 |
| General Merchandise | 9 |
| Physician Offices | 9 |
| Auto Repair | 8 |
| Commercial Banks | 8 |
| Real Estate Offices | 7 |
| Law Offices | 7 |
| Grocery Stores | 6 |
| Dental Offices | 6 |
| Bars | 5 |
| Coffee Shops | 5 |
| New Car Dealers | 4 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
