Derby, KS vs McPherson, KS

McPherson is moderately more affordable than Derby, with a 9.5% lower cost of living index. Derby scores 82 compared to 75 for McPherson, 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 $898/month in McPherson — a 21% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: McPherson is more affordable at $204,300 median vs $221,600.

Median household income in Derby is $82,089 compared to $77,746 in McPherson (+5.6%). The higher salaries in Derby partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Derby spend roughly 15.8% of their income on rent, more than the 13.9% in McPherson.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (57.7°F vs 56.1°F). Derby receives more rainfall at 34.3" per year compared to 28.3" in McPherson.