Market Overview
Bowie's median sold price is $505K with homes averaging 38 days on market; Hampton is at $290K and 45 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Bowie is pricier ($505K median vs $290K), a difference of about $215K. Bowie moves faster, with homes averaging 38 days on market compared to 45 in Hampton. Hampton offers a lower entry point at $80K–$650K.
Bowie
MD
Hampton
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$505K
$290K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
38 days
45 days
Price Range
$200K–$900K
$80K–$650K
Notable Neighborhoods
Bowie Town Center, Collington, Northview, Pointer Ridge
Phoebus, Buckroe Beach, Fox Hill, Wythe
Schools
Bowie has a 75% average SOL pass rate; Hampton has 65% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Bowie include Bowie High School and Eleanor Roosevelt High School; in Hampton, Hampton High School and Phoebus High School. See Bowie schools | See Hampton schools
Bowie
MD
Hampton
VA
Avg Pass Rate
75%
65%
Public schools
Bowie High School, Eleanor Roosevelt High School, Benjamin Tasker Middle School
Hampton High School, Phoebus High School, Bethel High School
These are district-wide assessment results. Verify current school assignments, boundaries, and programs with each local district for a specific address.
Commute
Hampton is closer to downtown at ~25 minutes vs ~35 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Bowie (Rt 50, Rt 301, I-495), Hampton (I-64, I-664, Rt 258).
Bowie
MD
Hampton
VA
Drive to Downtown
~35 min
~25 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
No Metro access
Metro Lines
N/A
N/A
Major Highways
Rt 50, Rt 301, I-495
I-64, I-664, Rt 258
Commuter Rail
MARC (Penn Line)
None
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Bowie and Hampton. 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.
Bowie
MD
Hampton
VA
Reported Violent Crime
1.5/1K
3.8/1K
Reported Property Crime
16.2/1K
20.2/1K
MD
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bowie or Hampton more affordable?
Hampton is more affordable with a median sold price of $290K, compared to $505K in Bowie (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. Bowie prices range from $200K–$900K. Hampton prices range from $80K–$650K.
What are the public-school pass rates in Bowie and Hampton?
Bowie public schools have a 75% average SOL pass rate; Hampton has 65% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Bowie include Bowie High School and Eleanor Roosevelt High School; in Hampton, Hampton High School and Phoebus High School. Pass rates reflect district-wide assessment results; check the specific assigned schools for any address.
Which is easier to commute from, Bowie or Hampton?
Hampton has the shorter commute to downtown at ~25 minutes vs ~35 minutes. Bowie has no direct Metro access. Hampton has no direct Metro access.
How do Bowie and Hampton compare?
Bowie is one of the largest cities in Prince George's County, offering spacious homes, strong community programs, and convenient access to D. Hampton is a historic waterfront city on the Chesapeake Bay, home to Langley Air Force Base, NASA Langley Research Center, and Hampton University. 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.