Market Overview
Vienna is pricier ($960K median vs $450K), a difference of about $510K. Vienna moves faster, with homes averaging 12 days on market compared to 20 in Dumfries. Dumfries offers a lower entry point at $200K–$750K.
Dumfries
VA
Vienna
VA
Median Price
$450K
$960K
Avg Days on Market
20 days
12 days
Price Range
$200K–$750K
$500K–$2.5M
Top Neighborhoods
Montclair, Potomac Club, Triangle, Cherry Hill
Downtown Vienna, Westwood Hills, Vienna West, Bowman Heights
Schools
Dumfries has a 71% average SOL pass rate; Vienna has 92% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Dumfries include Forest Park High School and Graham Park Middle School; in Vienna, James Madison High School and Thoreau Middle School. See Dumfries schools | See Vienna schools
Dumfries
VA
Vienna
VA
Avg Pass Rate
71%
92%
Public schools
Forest Park High School, Graham Park Middle School, Leesylvania Elementary
James Madison High School, Thoreau Middle School, Wolftrap Elementary
Pass Rate
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: Dumfries (I-95, Rt 1, Rt 234), Vienna (I-66, Rt 123, Rt 29).
Dumfries
VA
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
I-95, Rt 1, Rt 234
I-66, Rt 123, Rt 29
Commuter Rail
VRE (Fredericksburg line)
None
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dumfries or Vienna more affordable?
Dumfries is more affordable with a median home price of $450K, compared to $960K in Vienna. Both cities offer a wide range of housing options, from condos and townhomes to single-family homes. Dumfries prices range from $200K–$750K. Vienna prices range from $500K–$2.5M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Dumfries and Vienna?
Dumfries public schools have a 71% average SOL pass rate; Vienna has 92% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Dumfries include Forest Park High School and Graham Park Middle 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, Dumfries or Vienna?
Vienna has the shorter commute to downtown at ~25 minutes vs ~45 minutes. Dumfries has no direct Metro access. Vienna has Metro access (Vienna/Fairfax-GMU).
How do Dumfries and Vienna compare?
Dumfries is a historic town in Prince William County offering affordable homes near Quantico Marine Corps Base. Vienna offers a quintessential small-town atmosphere with big-city proximity. 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.