Market Overview
Annapolis's median sold price is $620K with homes averaging 36 days on market; Vienna is at $1.1M and 31 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Vienna is pricier ($1.1M median vs $620K), a difference of about $503K. Vienna moves faster, with homes averaging 31 days on market compared to 36 in Annapolis. Annapolis offers a lower entry point at $200K–$3M+.
Annapolis
MD
Vienna
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$620K
$1.1M
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
36 days
31 days
Price Range
$200K–$3M+
$500K–$2.5M
Notable Neighborhoods
Downtown Annapolis, Eastport, West Annapolis, Parole
Downtown Vienna, Westwood Hills, Vienna West, Bowman Heights
Schools
Annapolis has a 80% average SOL pass rate; Vienna has 92% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Annapolis include Annapolis High School and Broadneck High School; in Vienna, James Madison High School and Thoreau Middle School. See Annapolis schools | See Vienna schools
Annapolis
MD
Vienna
VA
Avg Pass Rate
80%
92%
Public schools
Annapolis High School, Broadneck High School, Annapolis Middle School
James Madison High School, Thoreau Middle School, Wolftrap Elementary
These are district-wide assessment results. Verify current school assignments, boundaries, and programs with each local district for a specific address.
Commute
Vienna is closer to downtown at ~25 minutes vs ~45 minutes. Vienna has 1 Metro station, including Vienna/Fairfax-GMU on the Orange line. Major highway access: Annapolis (Rt 50, Rt 2, I-97), Vienna (I-66, Rt 123, Rt 29).
Annapolis
MD
Vienna
VA
Drive to Downtown
~45 min
~25 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
1 Metro station (nearest: Vienna/Fairfax-GMU)
Metro Lines
N/A
Orange
Major Highways
Rt 50, Rt 2, I-97
I-66, Rt 123, Rt 29
Commuter Rail
None
None
Property Tax
On a $620K home in Annapolis, you would pay ~$5,797/yr in property tax. In Vienna, a $1.1M home costs ~$12,460/yr. Annapolis has the lower rate at $0.935 per $100 of assessed value.
Annapolis
MD
Vienna
VA
Rate per $100
$0.935
$1.110
Est. Annual Tax
Based on median home price
$5,797/yr
$12,460/yr
Notes
Anne Arundel County rate; City of Annapolis adds $0.738
Fairfax County rate; Town of Vienna adds $0.2275
Walkability
Annapolis is more walkable with a Walk Score of 45 (Car-Dependent), compared to 42 in Vienna. Transit scores: Annapolis (18) vs Vienna (30). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Downtown Annapolis and Downtown Vienna score much higher than suburban areas.
Annapolis
MD
Vienna
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
18
30
Bike Score
52
48
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Annapolis and Vienna. These historical figures do not describe a specific address or predict an individual's experience. Review the source period and local agency information for current context.
Annapolis
MD
Vienna
VA
Reported Violent Crime
2.2/1K
0.4/1K
Reported Property Crime
20.5/1K
7.2/1K
MD
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Annapolis or Vienna more affordable?
Annapolis is more affordable with a median sold price of $620K, compared to $1.1M in Vienna (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Both cities offer a wide range of housing options, from condos and townhomes to single-family homes. Annapolis prices range from $200K–$3M+. Vienna prices range from $500K–$2.5M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Annapolis and Vienna?
Annapolis public schools have a 80% average SOL pass rate; Vienna has 92% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Annapolis include Annapolis High School and Broadneck High School; in Vienna, James Madison High School and Thoreau Middle School. Pass rates reflect district-wide assessment results; check the specific assigned schools for any address.
Which is easier to commute from, Annapolis or Vienna?
Vienna has the shorter commute to downtown at ~25 minutes vs ~45 minutes. Annapolis has no direct Metro access. Vienna has Metro access (Vienna/Fairfax-GMU).
What are property taxes in Annapolis vs Vienna?
Annapolis has a property tax rate of $0.935 per $100 (~$5,797/yr on a $620K home). Vienna's rate is $1.110 per $100 (~$12,460/yr on a $1.1M home). Tax rates are set annually by each locality.
How do Annapolis and Vienna compare?
Annapolis is Maryland's capital and the home of the U. Vienna offers a small-town atmosphere with big-city proximity, the W&OD Trail, downtown shops, and address-based Fairfax County Public Schools assignments. The right choice depends on your priorities: budget, commute length, home types, and neighborhood feel. smover lets you compare agent profiles and available transaction records in either city.
Median sold prices and days on market are 12-month aggregates of settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026. School data from Virginia DOE, Maryland MSDE, and DC OSSE public reports. Property tax rates from Virginia Dept. of Taxation (2024). Walkability scores from Walk Score (2024). Crime data from FBI UCR and Virginia State Police (2023). Commute times are approximate rush-hour estimates. Updated September 2026.