Perry, Illinois facts for kids
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Perry
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Location of Perry in Pike County, Illinois.
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Location of Illinois in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Pike |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.39 sq mi (1.00 km2) |
| • Land | 0.39 sq mi (1.00 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 587 ft (179 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 314 |
| • Density | 813.47/sq mi (314.14/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Code(s) |
62362
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| Area code(s) | 217 |
| FIPS code | 17-59156 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2399656 |
| Wikimedia Commons | Perry, Illinois |
Perry is a small village located in Pike County, Illinois, in the United States. In 2020, about 314 people lived there. It's a quiet place with a rich history.
Where is Perry Located?
Perry is found at coordinates 39°46′57″N 90°44′42″W / 39.78250°N 90.74500°W. These numbers tell us its exact spot on a map. The village covers a total area of about 0.38 square miles (1.0 square kilometer). All of this area is land.
A Look at Perry's History
Perry has some interesting stories from the past. It was the birthplace of Mary Baird Bryan. She was the wife of William Jennings Bryan, a very famous American politician.
One of Bryan's most well-known speeches, called the 'Cross of Gold' speech, was first given in Perry. He spoke it at a church social at the Perry Presbyterian Church. The words of his speech were even printed in the local newspaper back then.
The village itself is named after a brave naval officer. He was Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry. He was a hero of the Battle of Lake Erie during the War of 1812.
How Many People Live in Perry?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1850 | 402 | — | |
| 1870 | 798 | — | |
| 1880 | 770 | −3.5% | |
| 1890 | 705 | −8.4% | |
| 1900 | 642 | −8.9% | |
| 1910 | 649 | 1.1% | |
| 1920 | 491 | −24.3% | |
| 1930 | 451 | −8.1% | |
| 1940 | 456 | 1.1% | |
| 1950 | 444 | −2.6% | |
| 1960 | 442 | −0.5% | |
| 1970 | 451 | 2.0% | |
| 1980 | 487 | 8.0% | |
| 1990 | 491 | 0.8% | |
| 2000 | 437 | −11.0% | |
| 2010 | 397 | −9.2% | |
| 2020 | 314 | −20.9% | |
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The population of Perry has changed over many years. In the year 2000, there were 437 people living in the village. This means there were about 1,143 people per square mile.
Most of the people living in Perry in 2000 were White (about 98.86%). A small number were Asian or from two or more races.
The average age of people in the village in 2000 was 44 years old. About 23.8% of the people were under 18 years old. About 26.5% were 65 years old or older.
The average income for a family in Perry in 2000 was $35,750 per year.
See also
In Spanish: Perry (Illinois) para niños
