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Derby

Pop. 26,062·11th most expensive in Kansas·Derby rents are up 13.2% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,582/mo
Year-over-Year
+13.2%
Month-over-Month
+2.7%
vs US Median
-$383
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Derby · $1,582
More affordable than 70% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
38/100
Overpriced
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 6% above what Derby's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent
$1,582/mo
Expected by trend
$1,492/mo
The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Derby's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$780
1 BR
$860
2 BR
$1,130
3 BR
$1,480
4 BR+
$1,810
Research median
$1,130/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$18,984/yr
At $1,582/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 13.2% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+13.2% YoY, +2.7% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Derby, KS is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 37.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
26,062
Median income
$84,112
Median age
35.9
Renters
31.5%
Age distribution
26.7%
20.7%
24.4%
16.7%
Under 1826.7%
18–3420.7%
35–5424.4%
55–6411.4%
65+16.7%
Gender
49.4%
50.6%
Male49.4%
Female50.6%
Race & ethnicity
80.6%
12.9%
White80.6%
Black2.1%
Hispanic12.9%
Asian1%
Other3.4%
Education (25+)
23.2%
35%
37.6%
No HS diploma4.2%
HS diploma23.2%
Some college35%
Bachelor's+37.6%
Housing tenure
68.5%
31.5%
Owner68.5%
Renter31.5%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2023 vs 2026

How Derby, KS has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,291 → $1,582
up 22.5%
Income
$74,427 → $84,112
up 13.0%
Population
25,365 → 26,062
up 2.7%
Renter share
32% → 31.5%
-0.5 pts
Bachelor's+
37.9% → 37.6%
-0.3 pts

Five years ago, renters in Derby, KS paid around $1,291 a month. That figure now sits near $1,582, up 22.5% from the 2023 baseline. Household income in the area moved from $74,427 to $84,112 across the same window, up 13.0% versus 2021. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Derby, KS adding about 697 residents over the five-year window, up 2.7% on net. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Derby, KS look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Derby rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Derby, KS

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Derby is $1,582/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $780/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,130/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $860/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,480/mo.

At 23% of local median household income ($84,112/yr), Derby ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 13.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Derby an affordable city for renters?

Derby is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,582/mo, rent takes approximately 23% of the local median household income ($84,112/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Derby falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Derby?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $63,000/year (~$30/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,582/mo in Derby. The local median household income is $84,112/yr, meaning the typical Derby household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Derby?

Rent in Derby has increased 13.2% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Derby rent compare to other cities in Kansas?

Derby is middle-of-the-pack for Kansas for rent, ranking #11 out of 25 tracked cities at $1,582/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Derby?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Derby ($1,582/mo): Newton ($1,051/mo), Wichita ($1,146/mo), Park City ($1,340/mo).

What percentage of Derby residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 31.5% of Derby households are renters, while 68.5% are owner-occupied. Derby leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Derby rent compare to the national average?

Derby's median rent of $1,582/mo is $383 (19%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Kansas, it ranks #11 out of 25 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
23%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,582/mo, rent takes ~23% of Derby's median household income ($84,112/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Derby 23%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3.1–5.7%
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