Perry, Ohio facts for kids
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Perry, Ohio
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Village
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The Lucius Green House, built 1880
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| Motto(s):
"Together We Take Pride"
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Location of Perry, Ohio
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Location of Perry in Lake County
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| Country | United States |
| State | Ohio |
| County | Lake |
| Township | Perry |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor–council government |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.27 sq mi (5.88 km2) |
| • Land | 2.27 sq mi (5.88 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 699 ft (213 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,602 |
| • Density | 705.73/sq mi (272.50/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
44081
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| Area code(s) | 440 |
| FIPS code | 39-61882 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1086431 |
Perry is a small village in Lake County, Ohio, United States. In 2020, about 1,602 people lived there. It's a quiet community with a rich history.
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History of Perry, Ohio
Perry village is named after a famous naval hero, Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry. He was known for his big victory over the British fleet. This happened at the Battle of Lake Erie in September 1813. This battle was a very important moment during the War of 1812. It helped turn the tide of the war in the western part of the country.
The village is also known for its public schools. These schools have seen new buildings and updates. This growth was partly influenced by the nearby Perry Nuclear Generating Station.
Geography of Perry
Perry village is located in Lake County, Ohio. The United States Census Bureau says the village covers about 2.18 square miles (5.88 square kilometers). All of this area is land. There are no large bodies of water within the village limits.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 170 | — | |
| 1920 | 473 | — | |
| 1930 | 602 | 27.3% | |
| 1940 | 645 | 7.1% | |
| 1950 | 665 | 3.1% | |
| 1960 | 885 | 33.1% | |
| 1970 | 917 | 3.6% | |
| 1980 | 961 | 4.8% | |
| 1990 | 1,012 | 5.3% | |
| 2000 | 1,195 | 18.1% | |
| 2010 | 1,663 | 39.2% | |
| 2020 | 1,602 | −3.7% | |
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How Many People Live Here?
The population of Perry has grown over the years. In 1880, only 170 people lived here. By 2010, the population had grown to 1,663 people. In 2020, the population was 1,602.
Perry's Households in 2010
In 2010, there were 593 households in Perry. A household is a group of people living together. About 40% of these households had children under 18. Most households, around 60%, were married couples living together. The average household had about 2.78 people.
The average age of people in the village was about 39.9 years old. About 28.8% of residents were under 18 years old. Around 10.6% of the people were 65 years or older. The number of males and females was almost equal. About 49.6% were male and 50.4% were female.
Famous People from Perry
Many interesting people have connections to Perry, Ohio. Here are a few:
- William B. Allison: He was a U.S. congressman from Iowa.
- Brandon Staley: He is an assistant head coach for the San Francisco 49ers football team.
- Cecil V. Thomas: He was the first president of Fenn College.
- Guy Wyman: He founded the community of Navarre, Florida.
- Luke Farrell: He is an active tight end for the Jacksonville Jaguars football team.
- Anthony Kukwa: He was a former long snapper for the Houston Texans football team.
See also
In Spanish: Perry (Ohio) para niños
