Derby, CO vs La Salle, CO

La Salle is moderately more affordable than Derby, with a 14.8% lower cost of living index. Derby scores 115 compared to 100 for La Salle, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Derby can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Derby is $1,721/month compared to $1,213/month in La Salle — a 42% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while La Salle has cheaper rent, Derby actually has lower median home values ($317,400 vs $362,700).

Median household income in Derby is $78,696 compared to $91,635 in La Salle (-14.1%). La Salle offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Derby spend roughly 26.2% of their income on rent, more than the 15.9% in La Salle.