Derby Population 2026
Derby has a population of 23,509, making it the #2016 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Kansas. It is about 375× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
23,509
Rank in United States
#2016
Coordinates
37.55°N, 97.27°W
~394 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,770 km
1,099 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kansas
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Wichita | 396,119 | #49 |
| Overland Park | 186,515 | #139 |
| Kansas City | 152,933 | #179 |
| Olathe | 134,305 | #208 |
| Topeka | 125,963 | #233 |
| Lawrence | 93,917 | #356 |
| Shawnee | 65,046 | #608 |
| Manhattan | 56,308 | #745 |
Cities near Derby
- Wichita396,119 people · ~17 km away
- Newton19,216 people · ~56 km away
- Hutchinson41,569 people · ~82 km away
- Ponca City24,758 people · ~95 km away
- Emporia24,649 people · ~135 km away
- Enid51,776 people · ~139 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Derby?
Derby has a population of 23,509 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2016 biggest city in United States.
What state is Derby in?
Derby is located in Kansas, United States.
Is Derby the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,770 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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