Town of

Peru

Massachusetts
www.townofperuma.com
3 East Main Road Peru, MA 01235
townclerk@townofperuma.com
Phone: 413-655-8312

Town Administrator:

Terry Walker

Select Board:

Douglas Haskins
Verne Leach
Ed Munch

Annual Town Meeting:

June 1, 2024
June, 1st Saturday

Municipal Election:

June 8, 2024
June, 2nd Saturday

Demographics

Population804
Population Density31
Registered Voters665
Income Per Capita$30,516
EQV Per Capita$142,097
Owner-occupied Housing Unit Rate98.8%
Median Value of Owner-occupied Housing Units$200,500
Total Households325
Average Household Size2.29

Municipal Finances

Residential Tax Rate$17.50
Commercial Tax Rate$17.50
Average Tax Bill$4,056
Total Expenditures$2,281,187
Total Tax Levy$1,999,238
State Aid$300,750
Local Receipts$146,525
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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