Market Overview
Dumfries is pricier ($450K median vs $370K), a difference of about $80K. Henrico moves faster, with homes averaging 16 days on market compared to 20 in Dumfries. Henrico offers a lower entry point at $150K–$1.2M.
Dumfries
VA
Henrico
VA
Median Price
$450K
$370K
Avg Days on Market
20 days
16 days
Price Range
$200K–$750K
$150K–$1.2M
Top Neighborhoods
Montclair, Potomac Club, Triangle, Cherry Hill
Short Pump, Glen Allen, West End, Innsbrook
Schools
Dumfries has a 71% average SOL pass rate; Henrico has 78% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Dumfries include Forest Park High School and Graham Park Middle School; in Henrico, Deep Run High School and Glen Allen High School. See Dumfries schools | See Henrico schools
Dumfries
VA
Henrico
VA
Avg Pass Rate
71%
78%
Public schools
Forest Park High School, Graham Park Middle School, Leesylvania Elementary
Deep Run High School, Glen Allen High School, Mills Godwin High School
Pass Rate
Commute
Henrico is closer to downtown at ~15 minutes vs ~45 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Dumfries (I-95, Rt 1, Rt 234), Henrico (I-64, I-95, I-295).
Dumfries
VA
Henrico
VA
Drive to Downtown
~45 min
~15 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
No Metro access
Metro Lines
N/A
N/A
Major Highways
I-95, Rt 1, Rt 234
I-64, I-95, I-295, Rt 250, Rt 33
Commuter Rail
VRE (Fredericksburg line)
None
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dumfries or Henrico more affordable?
Henrico is more affordable with a median home price of $370K, compared to $450K in Dumfries. Both cities offer a wide range of housing options, from condos and townhomes to single-family homes. Dumfries prices range from $200K–$750K. Henrico prices range from $150K–$1.2M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Dumfries and Henrico?
Dumfries public schools have a 71% average SOL pass rate; Henrico has 78% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Dumfries include Forest Park High School and Graham Park Middle School; in Henrico, Deep Run High School and Glen Allen High School. Pass rates reflect district-wide assessment results; check the specific assigned schools for any address.
Which is easier to commute from, Dumfries or Henrico?
Henrico has the shorter commute to downtown at ~15 minutes vs ~45 minutes. Dumfries has no direct Metro access. Henrico has no direct Metro access.
How do Dumfries and Henrico compare?
Dumfries is a historic town in Prince William County offering affordable homes near Quantico Marine Corps Base. Henrico County is a major Richmond suburb offering diverse neighborhoods from the urban-adjacent West End to the rural eastern reaches. The right choice depends on your priorities: budget, commute length, home types, and neighborhood feel. smover can connect you with a verified agent in either city.
Market data verified by smover using real transaction records. 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 June 2026.