Market Overview
Woodbridge is pricier ($507K median vs $450K), a difference of about $57K. Dumfries moves faster, with homes averaging 20 days on market compared to 22 in Woodbridge. Dumfries offers a lower entry point at $200K–$750K.
Dumfries
VA
Woodbridge
VA
Median Price
$450K
$507K
Avg Days on Market
20 days
22 days
Price Range
$200K–$750K
$145K–$2.9M
Top Neighborhoods
Montclair, Potomac Club, Triangle, Cherry Hill
Dale City, Lake Ridge, Occoquan, Potomac Mills
Schools
Dumfries has a 71% average SOL pass rate; Woodbridge has 73% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Dumfries include Forest Park High School and Graham Park Middle School; in Woodbridge, Woodbridge High School and Gar-Field High School. See Dumfries schools | See Woodbridge schools
Dumfries
VA
Woodbridge
VA
Avg Pass Rate
71%
73%
Public schools
Forest Park High School, Graham Park Middle School, Leesylvania Elementary
Woodbridge High School, Gar-Field High School, Rippon Middle School
Pass Rate
Commute
Woodbridge is closer to downtown at ~40 minutes vs ~45 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Dumfries (I-95, Rt 1, Rt 234), Woodbridge (I-95, Rt 1, Rt 123).
Dumfries
VA
Woodbridge
VA
Drive to Downtown
~45 min
~40 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
No Metro access
Metro Lines
N/A
N/A
Major Highways
I-95, Rt 1, Rt 234
I-95, Rt 1, Rt 123
Commuter Rail
VRE (Fredericksburg line)
VRE (Fredericksburg line)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dumfries or Woodbridge more affordable?
Dumfries is more affordable with a median home price of $450K, compared to $507K in Woodbridge. Both cities offer a wide range of housing options, from condos and townhomes to single-family homes. Dumfries prices range from $200K–$750K. Woodbridge prices range from $145K–$2.9M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Dumfries and Woodbridge?
Dumfries public schools have a 71% average SOL pass rate; Woodbridge has 73% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Dumfries include Forest Park High School and Graham Park Middle School; in Woodbridge, Woodbridge High School and Gar-Field 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 Woodbridge?
Woodbridge has the shorter commute to downtown at ~40 minutes vs ~45 minutes. Dumfries has no direct Metro access. Woodbridge has no direct Metro access.
How do Dumfries and Woodbridge compare?
Dumfries is a historic town in Prince William County offering affordable homes near Quantico Marine Corps Base. Woodbridge is the commercial heart of eastern Prince William County. 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.