Market Overview
Frederick is pricier ($420K median vs $370K), a difference of about $50K. Henrico moves faster, with homes averaging 16 days on market compared to 20 in Frederick. Henrico offers a lower entry point at $150K–$1.2M.
Frederick
MD
Henrico
VA
Median Price
$420K
$370K
Avg Days on Market
20 days
16 days
Price Range
$200K–$1M
$150K–$1.2M
Top Neighborhoods
Downtown Frederick, Ballenger Creek, Urbana, Spring Ridge
Short Pump, Glen Allen, West End, Innsbrook
Schools
Frederick has a 79% average SOL pass rate; Henrico has 78% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Frederick include Urbana High School and Oakdale High School; in Henrico, Deep Run High School and Glen Allen High School. See Frederick schools | See Henrico schools
Frederick
MD
Henrico
VA
Avg Pass Rate
79%
78%
Public schools
Urbana High School, Oakdale High School, Gov. Thomas Johnson High School
Deep Run High School, Glen Allen High School, Mills Godwin High School
Pass Rate
Commute
Henrico is closer to downtown at ~15 minutes vs ~60 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Frederick (I-70, I-270, Rt 15), Henrico (I-64, I-95, I-295).
Frederick
MD
Henrico
VA
Drive to Downtown
~60 min
~15 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
No Metro access
Metro Lines
N/A
N/A
Major Highways
I-70, I-270, Rt 15, Rt 340
I-64, I-95, I-295, Rt 250, Rt 33
Commuter Rail
MARC (Brunswick Line)
None
MD
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Frederick or Henrico more affordable?
Henrico is more affordable with a median home price of $370K, compared to $420K in Frederick. Both cities offer a wide range of housing options, from condos and townhomes to single-family homes. Frederick prices range from $200K–$1M. Henrico prices range from $150K–$1.2M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Frederick and Henrico?
Frederick public schools have a 79% average SOL pass rate; Henrico has 78% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Frederick include Urbana High School and Oakdale High 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, Frederick or Henrico?
Henrico has the shorter commute to downtown at ~15 minutes vs ~60 minutes. Frederick has no direct Metro access. Henrico has no direct Metro access.
How do Frederick and Henrico compare?
Frederick is a historic city with a thriving arts scene, walkable downtown, and growing tech presence. 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.