Market Overview
Fairfax's median sold price is $765K with homes averaging 26 days on market; Hampton is at $290K and 45 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Fairfax is pricier ($765K median vs $290K), a difference of about $475K. Fairfax moves faster, with homes averaging 26 days on market compared to 45 in Hampton. Hampton offers a lower entry point at $80K–$650K.
Fairfax
VA
Hampton
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$765K
$290K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
26 days
45 days
Price Range
$350K–$1.5M
$80K–$650K
Notable Neighborhoods
Mantua, Cobbdale, Greenbriar, Country Club Hills
Phoebus, Buckroe Beach, Fox Hill, Wythe
Schools
Fairfax has a 87% average SOL pass rate; Hampton has 65% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Fairfax include Thomas Jefferson HS for Science & Tech and Langley High School; in Hampton, Hampton High School and Phoebus High School. See Fairfax schools | See Hampton schools
Fairfax
VA
Hampton
VA
Avg Pass Rate
87%
65%
Public schools
Thomas Jefferson HS for Science & Tech, Langley High School, McLean High 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. Fairfax has 2 Metro stations, including Vienna/Fairfax-GMU on the Orange line. Major highway access: Fairfax (I-66, I-495, Rt 50), Hampton (I-64, I-664, Rt 258).
Fairfax
VA
Hampton
VA
Drive to Downtown
~35 min
~25 min
Metro Stations
2 Metro stations (nearest: Vienna/Fairfax-GMU)
No Metro access
Metro Lines
Orange
N/A
Major Highways
I-66, I-495, Rt 50, Rt 29
I-64, I-664, Rt 258
Commuter Rail
None
None
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Fairfax 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.
Fairfax
VA
Hampton
VA
Reported Violent Crime
0.8/1K
3.8/1K
Reported Property Crime
10.2/1K
20.2/1K
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fairfax or Hampton more affordable?
Hampton is more affordable with a median sold price of $290K, compared to $765K in Fairfax (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. Fairfax prices range from $350K–$1.5M. Hampton prices range from $80K–$650K.
What are the public-school pass rates in Fairfax and Hampton?
Fairfax public schools have a 87% average SOL pass rate; Hampton has 65% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Fairfax include Thomas Jefferson HS for Science & Tech and Langley 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, Fairfax or Hampton?
Hampton has the shorter commute to downtown at ~25 minutes vs ~35 minutes. Fairfax has Metro access (Vienna/Fairfax-GMU). Hampton has no direct Metro access.
How do Fairfax and Hampton compare?
Fairfax combines public-school access, diverse dining, and easy access to major employers. 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.