Derby, KS vs Lansing, KS

Derby is moderately more affordable than Lansing, with a 6.7% lower cost of living index. Derby scores 82 compared to 88 for Lansing, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Lansing 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 $1,163/month in Lansing — a 7% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Derby is more affordable at $221,600 median vs $247,500.

Median household income in Derby is $82,089 compared to $100,871 in Lansing (-18.6%). While Lansing 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, more than the 13.8% in Lansing.

Climate-wise, Derby is notably warmer with an average of 57.7°F compared to 54.7°F in Lansing. Lansing receives more rainfall at 39.3" per year compared to 34.3" in Derby.