Derby, KS vs Haysville, KS

Haysville is moderately more affordable than Derby, with a 12.2% lower cost of living index. Derby scores 82 compared to 73 for Haysville, 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 $1,082/month compared to $966/month in Haysville — a 12% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Haysville is more affordable at $155,100 median vs $221,600.

Median household income in Derby is $82,089 compared to $69,057 in Haysville (+18.9%). While Derby is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Derby spend roughly 15.8% of their income on rent, less than the 16.8% in Haysville.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (57.7°F vs 57.7°F). Haysville receives more rainfall at 34.3" per year compared to 34.3" in Derby.