Town of

Peru

Massachusetts
www.townofperuma.com
3 East Main Road Peru, MA 01235
[email protected]
Phone: 413-655-8312

Town Administrator:

Terry Walker

Select Board:

Samuel Haupt
Verne Leach
Ed Munch

Annual Town Meeting:

June 7, 2025
June, 1st Saturday

Municipal Election:

June 14, 2025
June, 2nd Saturday

Demographics

Population800
Population Density31
Registered Voters687
Income Per Capita$26,519
EQV Per Capita$166,719
Owner-occupied Housing Unit Rate97.2%
Median Value of Owner-occupied Housing Units$247,800
Total Households290
Average Household Size2.31

Municipal Finances

Residential Tax Rate$15.95
Commercial Tax Rate$15.95
Average Tax Bill$4,429
Total Expenditures$2,482,009
Total Tax Levy$2,160,789
State Aid$330,151
Local Receipts$162,933
Town Hall of Peru

Town Hall

Wants you To KNOW

Incorporated in 1771, Peru is located on the eastern edge of beautiful Berkshire County. The town has a rich rural character, and is perfect for those seeking a peaceful getaway in the country.

Governance

Form of GovernmentSelect Board – Town Meeting
Incorporation Date1771
Chief Municipal OfficialTown Administrator
Policy BoardSelect Board
Size of Policy Board3
Legislative BodyOpen Town Meeting

Geography

CountyBerkshire
Area25.9 mi2
Public Roads38.7 mi
Regional Planning AgencyBerkshire Regional Planning Commission

Representation

U.S. Senate (statewide)

Edward J. Markey
Elizabeth Warren

U.S. House

Richard Neal

Mass. Senate

Paul Mark

Mass. House

John P. Barrett, III
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