Peru, MA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Poverty (overall):

Sex Offenders:

Elevation: 2064 feet

Land Area: 25.9 square miles.

Population Density:

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $65,067 (it was $44,531 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $29,684 (it was $18,636 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $174,058 (it was $97,300 in 2000) Peru:$174,058MA:$385,400

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Recognitions and Certifications

Accredited Drug Testing has been recognized as one of the "Top 10 drug testing companies" for excellent customer service and we have received TPA Accreditation from the National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association. We are active in all drug testing industry associations and our staff are trained and certified as drug and alcohol testing specialists.

Important Links

National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (https://ndasa.com/)

National Drug Free Workplace Alliance (https://www.ndwa.org/)

Substance Abuse Program Administrators Association (https://www.sapaa.com/)

Substance Abuse Mental Health Safety Administration (https://www.samhsa.gov/)

US Drug Enforcement Administration (https://www.dea.gov/)

Office of Drug alcohol Policy Control (https://www.transportation.gov/odapc)

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Drug & Alcohol Testing Centers, Peru, MA

Accredited Drug Testing Inc, is the nation's leading provider of drug, alcohol, occupational health, and DNA testing and has testing centers in Peru, MA and throughout the local area. Testing centers are within minutes of your home or office and same day service is available in most cases.

610 NORTH ST 10.3 miles

610 NORTH ST
PITTSFIELD, MA 1201
Categories: PITTSFIELD MA

42 Summer St, 10.4 miles

42 Summer St,
Pittsfield, MA 1201
Categories: Pittsfield MA

30 LOCUST ST 21.6 miles

30 LOCUST ST
NORTHAMPTON, MA 1060
Categories: NORTHAMPTON MA

29 LEWIS AVE 23.8 miles

29 LEWIS AVE
GREAT BARRINGTON, MA 1230
Categories: GREAT BARRINGTON MA

106 RUSSELL ST 24.2 miles

106 RUSSELL ST
HADLEY, MA 1035
Categories: HADLEY MA

489 BERNARDSTON RD 26.4 miles

489 BERNARDSTON RD
GREENFIELD, MA 1301
Categories: GREENFIELD MA

170 UNIVERSITY DR STE 202 26.8 miles

170 UNIVERSITY DR STE 202
AMHERST, MA 1002
Categories: AMHERST MA

575 BEECH ST 27.3 miles

575 BEECH ST
HOLYOKE, MA 1040
Categories: HOLYOKE MA

311 East Main Street 28.0 miles

311 East Main Street
Westfield, MA 1085
Categories: Westfield MA

75 SPRINGFIELD RD 28.6 miles

75 SPRINGFIELD RD
WESTFIELD, MA 1085
Categories: WESTFIELD MA

1233 MAIN ST 28.6 miles

1233 MAIN ST
HOLYOKE, MA 1040
Categories: HOLYOKE MA

1505 Memorial Drive 29.5 miles

1505 Memorial Drive
Chicopee, MA 1020
Categories: Chicopee MA

313 Federal Dr NW Suite #160, Northfield Plaza 29.5 miles

313 Federal Dr NW Suite #160, Northfield Plaza
Corydon, IN 47112
Categories: Corydon IN

120 HOSPITAL DR 31.0 miles

120 HOSPITAL DR
BENNINGTON, VT 5201
Categories: BENNINGTON VT

100 Hospital Dr 31.0 miles

100 Hospital Dr
Bennington, VT 5201
Categories: Bennington VT

780 Chestnut St, 31.6 miles

780 Chestnut St,
Springfield, MA 1107
Categories: Springfield MA

1301 RIVER ST RM 103 32.3 miles

1301 RIVER ST RM 103
VALATIE, NY 12184
Categories: VALATIE NY

233 CAREW ST 32.3 miles

233 CAREW ST
SPRINGFIELD, MA 1104
Categories: SPRINGFIELD MA

1068 SHOEMAKER LN 32.5 miles

1068 SHOEMAKER LN
FEEDING HILLS, MA 1030
Categories: FEEDING HILLS MA

2500 PONDVIEW SUITE 102 33.2 miles

2500 PONDVIEW SUITE 102
CASTLETON ON HUDSON, NY 12033
Categories: CASTLETON ON HUDSON NY

140 CARANDO DR 33.3 miles

140 CARANDO DR
SPRINGFIELD, MA 1104
Categories: SPRINGFIELD MA

1515 ALLEN ST 36.4 miles

1515 ALLEN ST
SPRINGFIELD, MA 1118
Categories: SPRINGFIELD MA

430 Cooley Street 37.0 miles

430 Cooley Street
Springfield, MA 1128
Categories: Springfield MA

79 VANDENBURGH AVE 37.1 miles

79 VANDENBURGH AVE
TROY, NY 12180
Categories: TROY NY

15 BELMONT AVE 37.2 miles

15 BELMONT AVE
BRATTLEBORO, VT 5301
Categories: BRATTLEBORO VT

200 N MAIN ST 37.3 miles

200 N MAIN ST
EAST LONGMEADOW, MA 1028
Categories: EAST LONGMEADOW MA

2215 BURDETT AVE 37.6 miles

2215 BURDETT AVE
TROY, NY 12180
Categories: TROY NY

2001 5TH AVENUE 38.3 miles

2001 5TH AVENUE
TROY, NY 12180
Categories: TROY NY

71 PROSPECT AVE 39.5 miles

71 PROSPECT AVE
HUDSON, NY 12534
Categories: HUDSON NY

357 MYRTLE AVE 39.6 miles

357 MYRTLE AVE
ALBANY, NY 12208
Categories: ALBANY NY

11 PROSPECT AVE 39.6 miles

11 PROSPECT AVE
HUDSON, NY 12534
Categories: HUDSON NY

11835 STATE ROUTE 9W 39.7 miles

11835 STATE ROUTE 9W
WEST COXSACKIE, NY 12192
Categories: WEST COXSACKIE NY

1154 PUTNEY RD 39.7 miles

1154 PUTNEY RD
BRATTLEBORO, VT 5301
Categories: BRATTLEBORO VT

389 MYRTLE AVE 39.7 miles

389 MYRTLE AVE
ALBANY, NY 12208
Categories: ALBANY NY

140 HAZARD AVE Ste 102 40.0 miles

140 HAZARD AVE Ste 102
ENFIELD, CT 6082
Categories: ENFIELD CT

776A WATERVLIET SHAKER RD 40.3 miles

776A WATERVLIET SHAKER RD
LATHAM, NY 12110
Categories: LATHAM NY

334 Ella T Grasso Turnpike Suite 275 40.7 miles

334 Ella T Grasso Turnpike Suite 275
WINDSOR LOCKS, CT 6096
Categories: WINDSOR LOCKS CT

4 PALISADES DR STE 120 40.7 miles

4 PALISADES DR STE 120
ALBANY, NY 12205
Categories: ALBANY NY

2 Concorde Way, Building 3A, 40.9 miles

2 Concorde Way, Building 3A,
Windsor Locks, CT 6096
Categories: Windsor Locks CT

2 NORMANSKILL BLVD STE 203 40.9 miles

2 NORMANSKILL BLVD STE 203
DELMAR, NY 12054
Categories: DELMAR NY

595 NEW LOUDON RD 41.2 miles

595 NEW LOUDON RD
LATHAM, NY 12110
Categories: LATHAM NY

582 New Loudon Rd, 41.2 miles

582 New Loudon Rd,
Latham, NY 12110
Categories: Latham NY

535 HAZARD AVE 41.7 miles

535 HAZARD AVE
ENFIELD, CT 6082
Categories: ENFIELD CT

400 PATROON CREEK, SUITE 101 41.9 miles

400 PATROON CREEK, SUITE 101
ALBANY, NY 12206
Categories: ALBANY NY

333 KENNEDY DR STE 202 42.2 miles

333 KENNEDY DR STE 202
TORRINGTON, CT 6790
Categories: TORRINGTON CT

1080 DAY HILL RD STE 201 42.4 miles

1080 DAY HILL RD STE 201
WINDSOR, CT 6095
Categories: WINDSOR CT

1060 DAY HILL RD 42.4 miles

1060 DAY HILL RD
WINDSOR, CT 6095
Categories: WINDSOR CT

1375 WASHINGTON AVE STE 103 42.4 miles

1375 WASHINGTON AVE STE 103
ALBANY, NY 12206
Categories: ALBANY NY

381 Hopmeadow Street, 42.5 miles

381 Hopmeadow Street,
Simsbury, CT 6089
Categories: Simsbury CT

1933 E Main St, 42.7 miles

1933 E Main St,
Torrington, CT 6790
Categories: Torrington CT

1598 E MAIN ST 42.9 miles

1598 E MAIN ST
TORRINGTON, CT 6790
Categories: TORRINGTON CT

14 COMPUTER DR E 43.0 miles

14 COMPUTER DR E
ALBANY, NY 12205
Categories: ALBANY NY

98 Wolf Road Suite 16 43.2 miles

98 Wolf Road Suite 16
Albany, NY 12205
Categories: Albany NY

11 COMPUTER DR W STE 218 43.2 miles

11 COMPUTER DR W STE 218
ALBANY, NY 12205
Categories: ALBANY NY

85 SOUTH ST 43.3 miles

85 SOUTH ST
WARE, MA 1082
Categories: WARE MA

1 PEPSI COLA DR 43.4 miles

1 PEPSI COLA DR
LATHAM, NY 12110
Categories: LATHAM NY

2 EXECUTIVE PARK DR 43.5 miles

2 EXECUTIVE PARK DR
CLIFTON PARK, NY 12065
Categories: CLIFTON PARK NY

2 Executive Park Drive, 43.5 miles

2 Executive Park Drive,
Albany, NY 12203
Categories: Albany NY

1492 CENTRAL AVE 43.7 miles

1492 CENTRAL AVE
COLONIE -ALBANY, NY 12205
Categories: COLONIE -ALBANY NY

1179 MAIN ST 43.7 miles

1179 MAIN ST
ATHOL, MA 1331
Categories: ATHOL MA

20 STARBOARD WAY 43.8 miles

20 STARBOARD WAY
LATHAM, NY 12110
Categories: LATHAM NY

2033 MAIN ST 44.0 miles

2033 MAIN ST
ATHOL, MA 1331
Categories: ATHOL MA

1762 CENTRAL AVE 2ND FL STE 202 44.1 miles

1762 CENTRAL AVE 2ND FL STE 202
ALBANY, NY 12205
Categories: ALBANY NY

21 EVERETT RD EXT 44.1 miles

21 EVERETT RD EXT
ALBANY, NY 12205
Categories: ALBANY NY

339 W MAIN ST 44.3 miles

339 W MAIN ST
AVON, CT 6001
Categories: AVON CT

7 Mill Pond Rd 44.5 miles

7 Mill Pond Rd
Granby, CT 6035
Categories: Granby CT

1971 WESTERN AVE 45.8 miles

1971 WESTERN AVE
ALBANY, NY 12203
Categories: ALBANY NY

2800 TAMARACK DR STE 105 46.5 miles

2800 TAMARACK DR STE 105
SOUTH WINDSOR, CT 6074
Categories: SOUTH WINDSOR CT

2388 ROUTE 9 46.8 miles

2388 ROUTE 9
MECHANICVILLE, NY 12118
Categories: MECHANICVILLE NY

864 BEECH DR 47.1 miles

864 BEECH DR
SCHENECTADY, NY 12309
Categories: SCHENECTADY NY

2A HALFMOON CIR 47.1 miles

2A HALFMOON CIR
CLIFTON PARK, NY 12065
Categories: CLIFTON PARK NY

100 DEERFIELD RD STE 2 47.4 miles

100 DEERFIELD RD STE 2
WINDSOR, CT 6095
Categories: WINDSOR CT

45 S Main St, 48.0 miles

45 S Main St,
Unionville, CT 6085
Categories: Unionville CT

952 ROUTE 146 48.4 miles

952 ROUTE 146
CLIFTON PARK, NY 12065
Categories: CLIFTON PARK NY

8 S COMMONS RD 48.6 miles

8 S COMMONS RD
WATERBURY, CT 6704
Categories: WATERBURY CT

1000 ASYLUM AVE STE 4302 49.6 miles

1000 ASYLUM AVE STE 4302
HARTFORD, CT 6105
Categories: HARTFORD CT

21 Woodland St, 49.7 miles

21 Woodland St,
Hartford, CT 6105
Categories: Hartford CT

Drug and alcohol testing services are provided for employers and individuals and are administered for various reasons including Employment related such as pre-employment, random, post accident and reasonable suspicion, also US DOT-Part 40, Court Ordered, School and personal reasons.

Scheduling a drug, alcohol or any testing service at any of our Peru, MA testing facilities is simple and easy. Call (800)221-4291 or you may schedule a test online 24/7 by clicking below and receive your donor pass/registration form with the testing center address and instructions via email.

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Customer Service Is Our #1 Priority- Our Drug Testing centers recognize that needing a drug, alcohol or occupational health test can be stressful at times. Accredited Drug Testing takes the stress out of a stressful situation and is available to answer any questions you may have and provide our services in a friendly, courteous and confidential manner. Call our scheduling department today at (800)221-4291.



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Types of Drug Testing Methods Available

Our testing centers provide many types of drug testing methods, below is a brief description of each method choose the one that is right for your need.


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Urine Test - Urine - Accredited Drug Testing provides drug testing utilizing the Urine screening method. Urine drug testing can be screened for 5, 7, 9, 10, 12 and 15 panel screenings. Urine drug tests can also include an expanded opiates analysis. Same day service is available and testing centers are located in all cities and in most cases within minutes from your home or office. The detection period for a urine drug test is up to 3-5 days and results are reported in most cases in 2- 3 days.

The procedure for a urine drug test is simple. A donor provides a urine specimen in a cup to a drug testing collection specialist who will then seal the specimen cup, complete various documentation including a chain of custody form, have the donor initial the specimen cup seal, provide identification and upon completion of the collection and paperwork the specimen will be sent in a secure manner by Currier to the laboratory for testing.


Hair Drug Testing - Accredited Drug Testing can provide a drug test utilizing the Hair follicle drug test method and a Hair drug test can be tested for 5, 10, and 12 panel screenings. The detection period for a hair drug test is up to 90 days and results are reported in most cases in 3 -5 days.

The hair drug test is becoming more frequently used by employers, courts and other government agencies due to the fact that the window of detection for illegal drug use for a hair is up to 90 days. Many courts have begun accepting hair testing in place of urine or blood testing and hair testing has been determined to be legally and scientifically admissible evidence in a court of law.

A hair drug test is a simple process whereby a drug testing collection specialist cuts approximately 120 strands of hair from the head or a specific amount from the body and submits the hair to a certified laboratory for analysis. A hair follicle drug test can be screened for a 5 panel, 10 panel or 12 panel test and can also include expanded opiates. If a donor does not have 1 ½ inches of hair on their head, body hair can be utilized, however, if the donor is bald and has none or very little body hair, a hair drug test is not an available option, a urine or oral/saliva test should be utilized.

In addition to our standard drug test panels, opioid screening can be added to any drug test to determine the use and/or abuse of any prescription drugs.

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US DOT Testing and Part 40 Compliance - Accredited Drug Testing provides DOT drug testing for pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion and return to duty for companies or employees regulated and covered by 49 CFR Part 40 including FMCSA, USCG, FTA, FRA, FAA, PHMSA. The drug test required by the Department of Transportation is a 5-panel urine test, which must be analyzed by SAMHSA certified laboratory and verified by a Medical Review Officer (MRO).

Additional DOT services include:

  • -DOT Consortium Membership (random testing)
  • -DOT Supervisor Training
  • -MVR Reports
  • -DOT Drug Policy Development
  • -DOT Physicals
  • -DOT Breath Alcohol Testing

Our Peru, MA testing centers have certified DOT drug testing collection specialists who are trained in the proper collection of a DOT drug test.

The Opioid Overdose Crisis

Every day, more than 130 people in the United States die after overdosing on opioids. The misuse of and addiction to opioids—including prescription pain relievers, heroin, and synthetic opioids such as fentanyl—is a serious national crisis that affects public health as well as social and economic welfare. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that the total "economic burden" of prescription opioid misuse alone in the United States is $78.5 billion a year, including the costs of healthcare, lost productivity, addiction treatment, and criminal justice involvement.

  • Roughly 21 to 29 percent of patients prescribed opioids for chronic pain misuse them.
  • Between 8 and 12 percent develop an opioid use disorder.
  • An estimated 4 to 6 percent who misuse prescription opioids transition to heroin.
  • About 80 percent of people who use heroin first misused prescription opioids.
  • Opioid overdoses increased 30 percent from July 2016 through September 2017 in 52 areas in 45 states.
  • The Midwestern region saw opioid overdoses increase 70 percent from July 2016 through September 2017.
  • Opioid overdoses in large cities increase by 54 percent in 16 states.

In the late 1990s, pharmaceutical companies reassured the medical community that patients would not become addicted to prescription opioid pain relievers, and healthcare providers began to prescribe them at greater rates. This subsequently led to widespread diversion and misuse of these medications before it became clear that these medications could indeed be highly addictive.3,4 Opioid overdose rates began to increase. In 2017, more than 47,000 Americans died as a result of an opioid overdose, including prescription opioids, heroin, and illicitly manufactured fentanyl, a powerful synthetic opioid.1That same year, an estimated 1.7 million people in the United States suffered from substance use disorders related to prescription opioid pain relievers, and 652,000 suffered from a heroin use disorder (not mutually exclusive)

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Court Ordered Testing - Accredited Drug Testing and our Peru, MA drug testing centers also provide drug and alcohol testing for probation and other court ordered testing requirements. Testing services include ETG alcohol testing and drug testing utilizing urine and hair methods. Test results can be sent directly to Probation Officers, Judges, Attorneys or other parties as required. Strict confidentiality is assured.


Alcohol Testing - Accredited Drug Testing and our Peru, MA testing centers provide alcohol testing including ETG testing in both urine and hair and Breath Alcohol Testing (BAT). Alcohol testing can be added to any drug test screening.

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Testing Facilities Nationwide - In addition to our drug and alcohol testing centers in Peru, MA and the local area, Accredited Drug Testing has company owned and affiliated collection sites in all States and most cities to serve our clients' needs when traveling or employment related testing is required in multiple cities or States.


On-Site/Mobile Testing - Time Is Money!- Accredited Drug Testing provides On-Site drug testing services in all cities nationwide and can be used for construction sites, sporting events, job fairs and trucking/transportation companies, on site testing is available for DOT and NON-DOT regulated employers. In most cases, on-site mobile testing is cost effective when you have 10 or more employees needing to be drug or alcohol tested without leaving the job site.

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Employer testing/account setup - If you are an employer with at least 5 employees and would like to set up an account for future testing, it's simple and easy. Call us and speak with a client relations representative, (800)221-4291 it takes 5 minutes or less to complete. Account benefits include no setup fees, test discounts, invoicing, test status tracking and personalized customer service.

Does Your Company Have a Written Drug Policy? - Employee Drug & alcohol testing is utilized best when conducted in conjunction with a clear, written drug policy that is shared with all employees, along with employee education about the dangers of alcohol and drug abuse, supervisor training on the signs and symptoms of alcohol and drug abuse, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to provide help for employees who may have an alcohol or drug problem. If your company does not have a written drug and alcohol policy or your current policy needs to be revised, Accredited Drug Testing specializes in the development and implementation of an employer's drug and alcohol policy which complies with state and federal law.


DNA Testing Services -Accredited Drug Testing provides DNA testing at testing centers Nationwide for paternity, immigration, and family relationship purposes. DNA testing centers are located in most cities and within minutes of your home or office.

DNA testing can provide an accurate determination of the probability of paternity at 99% more of who the child's biological father or mother is. The initial DNA test takes only a few minutes at the testing center and involves the swabbing of the child and alleged fathers mouth, which will provide saliva to be analyzed by a certified laboratory. Our DNA results are analyzed by a certified AABB laboratory and can be used in a legal proceeding to determine paternity or child custody related issues.

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Handy Resources

Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing

  1. National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

    Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.

  2. FDA: Drug Testing

    Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.

  3. PDR.net

    Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.

  4. BeSafeRx - FDA

    Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.

  5. SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace

    Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.

  6. Drugs.com

    Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.

  7. Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)

    Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.

  8. Merck Manuals

    Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.

  9. SAMHSA Store

    Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.

  10. National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)

    Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.

  11. CDC: Workplace Health Promotion

    CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.

  12. Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing

    General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.

  13. MedlinePlus: Drug Testing

    Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.

  14. University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia

    Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.

  15. World Health Organization (WHO)

    International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.

  16. Healthline: Drug Testing

    Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.

  17. WebMD: Drug Testing

    Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.

  18. National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)

    Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.

AI Overview

Overview of Drug Testing Collection Centers

Drug testing collection centers are specialized facilities where individuals submit biological samples for drug testing. These centers play a crucial role in the drug testing process, serving industries such as transportation, healthcare, sports, and many sectors requiring workplace safety and compliance with drug-free policies. This overview details the functions, types of tests conducted, and what individuals can expect during a visit to a drug testing collection center.

Functions of Drug Testing Collection Centers

Collection centers are primarily responsible for the secure and proper collection of samples, ensuring that they are uncontaminated and accurately reflect the subject's drug use status. They adhere to strict procedures to maintain confidentiality and integrity of the testing process.

Types of Tests Conducted

  • Urine Testing: The most common form of drug testing, used to detect recent use of drugs such as marijuana, cocaine, opiates, amphetamines, and others.
  • Hair Follicle Testing: Provides a longer detection window compared to urine testing and is used to analyze drug use over a period of months.
  • Saliva Testing: Used for its non-invasive nature and ability to detect immediate drug use.
  • Blood Testing: Although less common due to its invasive nature, it is the most accurate form of drug testing.

What to Expect at a Collection Center

  1. Identification Verification: Upon arrival, individuals must present valid identification to ensure that the samples correspond to the correct person.
  2. Sample Collection: Trained professionals collect samples in a manner that minimizes the chance of tampering or contamination. This might involve measures such as securing personal belongings and direct observation during sample provision.
  3. Chain of Custody: Each sample is handled with a documented chain of custody procedure to maintain its integrity from collection to testing laboratory.

Importance of Collection Centers

Drug testing collection centers are vital for ensuring the effectiveness and reliability of the drug testing process. They provide essential services that help employers maintain a safe and productive workplace, enforce legal and regulatory requirements, and assist in rehabilitation processes. The professionalism and accuracy practiced by these centers are crucial for upholding the trust and safety standards expected in many professional environments.

Local Area Info: Peru, Massachusetts

Originally known as Northern Berkshire Township Number 2 and including all of Hinsdale and part of Middlefield, the town was first settled in 1767 and was officially incorporated as Partridgefield in 1771. Originally named for Oliver Partridge, one of the three purchasers of the town (along with Governor Francis Bernard), the name was officially changed to Peru in 1806, on the suggestion of the Rev. John Leland, "because it is like the Peru of South America, a mountain town, and if no gold or silver mines are under her rocks, she favors hard money and begins with a P."

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 26.0 square miles (67.4 km2), of which 25.9 square miles (67.1 km2) is land and 0.12 square miles (0.3 km2), or 0.41%, is water. Peru lies on the eastern border of Berkshire County, and is bordered by Windsor to the north, Cummington to the northeast, Worthington to the east, Middlefield to the south, Washington to the southwest, and Hinsdale to the west. Peru is 13 miles (21 km) east of Pittsfield, 40 miles (64 km) northwest of Springfield and 118 miles (190 km) west of Boston.

Peru has the highest mean altitude in Massachusetts and, along with neighboring Windsor, is one of only two municipalities with a mean elevation above 2,000 feet. It lies on high ground in the Berkshire Hills, with three main peaks in the town. Much of Peru is forested, with a large portion of the northern third of town covered by a wildlife management area, and much of the southern third covered by the Peru and Middlefield State Forests. To the west of town, Ashmere Lake flows out into Bennett Brook, eventually reaching the East Branch of the Housatonic River. To the east, many brooks, including Trout Brook, flow south and east towards the Westfield River, part of the Connecticut River watershed (Trout Brook is actually one of the main sources of the river).

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Poverty (overall):

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Elevation: 2064 feet

Land Area: 25.9 square miles.

Population Density:

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $65,067 (it was $44,531 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $29,684 (it was $18,636 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $174,058 (it was $97,300 in 2000) Peru:$174,058MA:$385,400

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