Cost of Living in Derby, KS
Population: 25,801 • 2026 Data
$82,089
Median Household Income
+6% vs national
$1,082
Median Monthly Rent
-20% vs national
$221,600
Median Home Value
-35% vs national
4.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Derby
The median home value in Derby, KS is $221,600. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,082, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,175.
Rent-to-income ratio: 15.8%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Derby, KS is $82,089. The unemployment rate stands at 4.0%, with a labor force of 13,162 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.