| Age | 92 (age at death) |
| Birthday | 12 February, 1791 |
| Birthplace | New York, New York, U.S. |
| Died | 4 April, 1883 |
| Place of Death | New York City, New York, U.S. |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Inventor |
Peter Cooper (February 12, 1791 – April 4, 1883) was an American industrialist, inventor, philanthropist, and politician. He designed and built the first American steam locomotive, the Tom Thumb, founded the Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art, and served as the Greenback Party's candidate in the 1876 presidential election.
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