Market Overview
Hampton's median sold price is $290K with homes averaging 45 days on market; Woodbridge is at $488K and 31 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Woodbridge is pricier ($488K median vs $290K), a difference of about $198K. Woodbridge moves faster, with homes averaging 31 days on market compared to 45 in Hampton. Hampton offers a lower entry point at $80K–$650K.
Hampton
VA
Woodbridge
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$290K
$488K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
45 days
31 days
Price Range
$80K–$650K
$145K–$2.9M
Notable Neighborhoods
Phoebus, Buckroe Beach, Fox Hill, Wythe
Dale City, Lake Ridge, Occoquan, Potomac Mills
Schools
Hampton has a 65% average SOL pass rate; Woodbridge has 73% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Hampton include Hampton High School and Phoebus High School; in Woodbridge, Woodbridge High School and Gar-Field High School. See Hampton schools | See Woodbridge schools
Hampton
VA
Woodbridge
VA
Avg Pass Rate
65%
73%
Public schools
Hampton High School, Phoebus High School, Bethel High School
Woodbridge High School, Gar-Field High School, Rippon 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 ~40 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Hampton (I-64, I-664, Rt 258), Woodbridge (I-95, Rt 1, Rt 123).
Hampton
VA
Woodbridge
VA
Drive to Downtown
~25 min
~40 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
No Metro access
Metro Lines
N/A
N/A
Major Highways
I-64, I-664, Rt 258
I-95, Rt 1, Rt 123
Commuter Rail
None
VRE (Fredericksburg line)
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Hampton and Woodbridge. 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
Woodbridge
VA
Reported Violent Crime
3.8/1K
1.3/1K
Reported Property Crime
20.2/1K
13.8/1K
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hampton or Woodbridge more affordable?
Hampton is more affordable with a median sold price of $290K, compared to $488K in Woodbridge (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. Woodbridge prices range from $145K–$2.9M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Hampton and Woodbridge?
Hampton public schools have a 65% average SOL pass rate; Woodbridge has 73% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Hampton include Hampton High School and Phoebus High 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, Hampton or Woodbridge?
Hampton has the shorter commute to downtown at ~25 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Hampton has no direct Metro access. Woodbridge has no direct Metro access.
How do Hampton and Woodbridge compare?
Hampton is a historic waterfront city on the Chesapeake Bay, home to Langley Air Force Base, NASA Langley Research Center, and Hampton University. 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 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.