Climate
This city has a prairie climate, featuring hot summers and cold winters.
Geography
Derby is a southeastern suburb of metropolitan Wichita.
Cultural Attractions
Operating May through October, an open-air market provides Kansas producers an opportunity to sell locally-grown and produced products - such as pottery, quilts, and seasonal crops.
Recreation
Over 20 town-managed parks offer a variety of recreational pursuits, from biking and hiking to baseball and football.
Economy
The Derby Community Foundation has spearheaded community improvements, such as public art, park projects, and pedestrian and bike paths.
Demographics
Demographic Detail
- Population:
- 21,528
- Population under 55:
- 77.5%
- Population over 55:
- 22.5%
City Detail
- Crime rate:
- Low
- Closest large city:
- Wichita
Marital Status 2010
Weather
Weather Detail
- Air quality:
- Good
- Temperature:
- 93°F July High, 13°F January Low
Jobs & Economy
Housing
- Median income:
- $57,816
- Median home price:
- $139,579
- Average property tax:
- N/A
Income & Jobs
- Unemployment rate 2010:
- 7.9%
- Low
- Cost of living:
- Low
Employment Projections
Education
Higher Education
- Best Colleges at the location:
- 0
- Best Colleges within 30 miles:
- 4
- Best Colleges within 50 miles:
- 5
Health Care & Retirement
Hospitals
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
- 0/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
- 16/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
- 24/0
Retirement Facilities
- Community care facilities for the elderly:
- 44
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