Market Overview
Hampton's median sold price is $290K with homes averaging 45 days on market; Rockville is at $647K and 32 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Rockville is pricier ($647K median vs $290K), a difference of about $357K. Rockville moves faster, with homes averaging 32 days on market compared to 45 in Hampton. Hampton offers a lower entry point at $80K–$650K.
Hampton
VA
Rockville
MD
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$290K
$647K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
45 days
32 days
Price Range
$80K–$650K
$200K–$1.8M
Notable Neighborhoods
Phoebus, Buckroe Beach, Fox Hill, Wythe
Rockville Town Center, Twinbrook, King Farm, Fallsgrove
Schools
Hampton has a 65% average SOL pass rate; Rockville has 85% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Hampton include Hampton High School and Phoebus High School; in Rockville, Richard Montgomery High School and Thomas S. Wootton High School. See Hampton schools | See Rockville schools
Hampton
VA
Rockville
MD
Avg Pass Rate
65%
85%
Public schools
Hampton High School, Phoebus High School, Bethel High School
Richard Montgomery High School, Thomas S. Wootton High School, Julius West Middle 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 ~30 minutes. Rockville has 3 Metro stations, including Rockville on the Red line. Major highway access: Hampton (I-64, I-664, Rt 258), Rockville (I-270, I-495, Rt 355).
Hampton
VA
Rockville
MD
Drive to Downtown
~25 min
~30 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
3 Metro stations (nearest: Rockville)
Metro Lines
N/A
Red
Major Highways
I-64, I-664, Rt 258
I-270, I-495, Rt 355, Rt 28
Commuter Rail
None
MARC (Brunswick Line)
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Hampton and Rockville. 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.
Hampton
VA
Rockville
MD
Reported Violent Crime
3.8/1K
1.1/1K
Reported Property Crime
20.2/1K
14.2/1K
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hampton or Rockville more affordable?
Hampton is more affordable with a median sold price of $290K, compared to $647K in Rockville (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. Hampton prices range from $80K–$650K. Rockville prices range from $200K–$1.8M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Hampton and Rockville?
Hampton public schools have a 65% average SOL pass rate; Rockville has 85% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Hampton include Hampton High School and Phoebus High School; in Rockville, Richard Montgomery High School and Thomas S. Wootton High School. Pass rates reflect district-wide assessment results; check the specific assigned schools for any address.
Which is easier to commute from, Hampton or Rockville?
Hampton has the shorter commute to downtown at ~25 minutes vs ~30 minutes. Hampton has no direct Metro access. Rockville has Metro access (Rockville).
How do Hampton and Rockville compare?
Hampton is a historic waterfront city on the Chesapeake Bay, home to Langley Air Force Base, NASA Langley Research Center, and Hampton University. Rockville is the seat of Montgomery County, offering a blend of urban amenities and suburban neighborhoods. 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.