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Of the 908 people living in Peru in 2019, 49 percent (445) were women and 51 percent (463) were men, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained by the SE Nebraska News.

There were as many males 18 and over as females. In the 65 and over age range, there were 21 females and 15 males.

An agency of the U.S. Federal Statistical System, the Census Bureau is responsible for compiling statistical facts about the American people, places and economy. Data for this story was compiled from the bureau's American Community Survey. Information from the survey helps to determine how federal and state funds are distributed.

Sex and age range	Estimated number	Percent of total
Males 18 and over	389	42.8
Females 18 and over	389	42.8
Males 65 and over	15	1.7
Females 65 and over	21	2.3

Source: US Census Bureau