Market Overview
Henrico is pricier ($370K median vs $280K), a difference of about $90K. Henrico moves faster, with homes averaging 16 days on market compared to 24 in Norfolk. Norfolk offers a lower entry point at $100K–$1M.
Henrico
VA
Norfolk
VA
Median Price
$370K
$280K
Avg Days on Market
16 days
24 days
Price Range
$150K–$1.2M
$100K–$1M
Notable Neighborhoods
Short Pump, Glen Allen, West End, Innsbrook
Ghent, Downtown Norfolk, West Ghent, Colonial Place
Schools
Henrico has a 78% average SOL pass rate; Norfolk has 65% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Henrico include Deep Run High School and Glen Allen High School; in Norfolk, Maury High School and Granby High School. See Henrico schools | See Norfolk schools
Henrico
VA
Norfolk
VA
Avg Pass Rate
78%
65%
Public schools
Deep Run High School, Glen Allen High School, Mills Godwin High School
Maury High School, Granby High School, Norfolk Academy (private)
These are district-wide assessment results. Verify current school assignments, boundaries, and programs with each local district for a specific address.
Commute
Norfolk is closer to downtown at ~10 minutes vs ~15 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Henrico (I-64, I-95, I-295), Norfolk (I-264, I-64, I-564).
Henrico
VA
Norfolk
VA
Drive to Downtown
~15 min
~10 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
No Metro access
Metro Lines
N/A
N/A
Major Highways
I-64, I-95, I-295, Rt 250, Rt 33
I-264, I-64, I-564, Rt 13
Commuter Rail
None
None
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Henrico or Norfolk more affordable?
Norfolk is more affordable with a median home price of $280K, compared to $370K in Henrico. Both cities offer a wide range of housing options, from condos and townhomes to single-family homes. Henrico prices range from $150K–$1.2M. Norfolk prices range from $100K–$1M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Henrico and Norfolk?
Henrico public schools have a 78% average SOL pass rate; Norfolk has 65% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Henrico include Deep Run High School and Glen Allen High School; in Norfolk, Maury High School and Granby High School. Pass rates reflect district-wide assessment results; check the specific assigned schools for any address.
Which is easier to commute from, Henrico or Norfolk?
Norfolk has the shorter commute to downtown at ~10 minutes vs ~15 minutes. Henrico has no direct Metro access. Norfolk has no direct Metro access.
How do Henrico and Norfolk compare?
Henrico County is a major Richmond suburb with housing from the urban-adjacent West End to the rural eastern reaches. Norfolk is the cultural hub of Hampton Roads, home to Naval Station Norfolk, the world's largest naval base. 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.
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 September 2026.