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Peru, Maine, in Oxford county, is 58 miles N of Portland, Maine (center to center) and 152 miles N of Boston, Massachusetts. The town has a population of 1,515.
In Peru, about 67% of adults are married. Peru is considered a town for married couples and families.
Interestingly, the town is known for having more men than similar towns.
In 2000, Peru had a median family income of $43,047. Peru finds a smaller share of its people living in poverty than most places in the state.
About 91% of housing units in Peru are owner-occupied.
In Peru, 92% of commuters drive to work. You'll want a car to get around in the town. Or at least you'll find that a great majority of people here drive everywhere.
Comparing Peru to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Maine (State):
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