Where is Derby, Kansas, USA?

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Where is Derby Located? - Derby is a city located in the Sedgwick County of Kansas, United States. Derby lies between 44.4259 Degrees North latitudes and 69.0064 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Derby Located?

Derby is a city located in the Sedgwick County of Kansas, United States. Derby lies between 44.4259 Degrees North latitudes and 69.0064 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Derby city is 25625 people and the city has a total area of 10.26 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Derby, Kansas Quick Facts

PropertyDetails
CityDerby
CountySedgwick County
StateKansas
State CapitalTopeka
US RegionMidwestern United States
Latitude37.5456°N
Longitude97.2689°W
Elevation1,280 ft (390 m)
Land Area10.84 sq mi
Water Area0.06 sq mi
Total Area10.90 sq mi
Population (2020 Census)25,625
Population DensityAbout 2,364 per sq mi
ZIP Codes67037
Area Code316
Time Zone StandardCentral Standard Time (CST), UTC -6
Time Zone DaylightCentral Daylight Time (CDT), UTC -5
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code20-17650
Congressional DistrictKansas's 4th Congressional District

Nearby Cities to Derby, Kansas

  • Haysville, Kansas - Northwest - 5 mi
  • Mulvane, Kansas - South - 7 mi
  • Wichita, Kansas - North - 12 mi
  • Andover, Kansas - Northeast - 14 mi
  • Belle Plaine, Kansas - South - 17 mi
  • Park City, Kansas - North - 18 mi
  • Augusta, Kansas - East - 20 mi
  • Clearwater, Kansas - West - 20 mi
  • Goddard, Kansas - Northwest - 23 mi
  • Newton, Kansas - North - 35 mi

Derby, Kansas Climate and Weather Overview

MonthAvg High (°F)Avg Low (°F)Avg Rainfall (in)
January43210.8
April68452.8
July93713.8
October69462.6
Annual684634.3
Climate AttributeDetails
Climate Classification (Köppen)Humid Subtropical (Cfa)
Annual RainfallAbout 34 inches
Annual Sunshine DaysApproximately 230 days
Hurricane/Tornado RiskNo hurricane risk; moderate to high tornado risk
SnowfallAbout 15 inches annually

Driving Distances from Derby, Kansas

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
HaysvilleKansas510 min
MulvaneKansas710 min
WichitaKansas1218 min
AndoverKansas1420 min
Belle PlaineKansas1722 min
Park CityKansas1825 min
AugustaKansas2028 min
ClearwaterKansas2028 min
GoddardKansas2330 min
NewtonKansas3540 min

Transportation and Connectivity in Derby, Kansas

TransportationDetails
Airport NameWichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport
IATA CodeICT
PortNo commercial port
Major HighwaysKansas Highway 15, US Route 81 (nearby), Interstate 35/Kansas Turnpike (nearby), Interstate 135 (nearby)
Train/Amtrak ServiceNearest Amtrak station is in Newton, Kansas
Local Bus/Transit ServiceLimited local transit with regional connections to Wichita Transit
  • Kansas Highway 15 - Main north-south route connecting Derby with Wichita, Mulvane, and southern Kansas communities.
  • US Route 81 - Nearby highway providing regional access to Wichita, McPherson, and northern Oklahoma.
  • Interstate 35 (Kansas Turnpike) - Offers convenient access to Wichita, Emporia, and Oklahoma City.
  • Interstate 135 - Connects the Wichita metropolitan area with central Kansas and Interstate 70.

Key Landmarks and Places to Visit in Derby, Kansas

Landmark NameType
Rock River Rapids Aquatic ParkWater Park
High ParkCommunity Park
Madison Avenue Central ParkCity Park
Field Station: DinosaursFamily Attraction
Kansas Aviation MuseumMuseum
Sedgwick County ZooZoo
Wichita Art MuseumArt Museum
Derby Historical MuseumHistory Museum
Veterans Memorial ParkMemorial Park
Chisholm Trail ParkRecreation Area

Colleges and Universities in Derby, Kansas

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Butler Community CollegePublicCommunity CollegeCareer training and transfer programs
Wichita State UniversityPublicUniversityEngineering, aviation, and research
Friends UniversityPrivateUniversityLiberal arts and business programs
Newman UniversityPrivateUniversityHealth sciences and education
Derby Public Schools (USD 260)PublicK-12 DistrictPublic education system

Waterbodies in Derby, Kansas

Arkansas River, Spring Creek, Cowskin Creek, Chisholm Creek, Derby Lake, Swan Lake, Big Slough Creek, Walnut River

Golf Courses in Derby, Kansas

Derby Golf & Country Club, Hidden Lakes Golf Course, Auburn Hills Golf Course, Tex Consolver Golf Course, Crestview Country Club, Reflection Ridge Golf Club

Derby, Kansas - Key Historical Facts

  • Derby was founded in 1871 as El Paso and was later renamed in honor of railroad official C. F. Derby after the arrival of the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway.
  • The community developed as an agricultural center, with wheat farming and livestock production driving its early economy.
  • Following World War II, Derby experienced rapid population growth due to its proximity to Wichita and the expansion of the region's aviation industry.
  • The city has become one of the fastest-growing communities in the Wichita metropolitan area while maintaining a strong family-oriented character.
  • Modern Derby offers extensive parks, recreational facilities, quality schools, and community events that attract residents from across south-central Kansas.
  • Today, Derby is recognized for its high quality of life, strong local economy, and convenient access to Wichita's employment, education, and cultural attractions.

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