City Comparison

Henrico vs Rockville: How they compare

Henrico County is a major Richmond suburb offering diverse neighborhoods from the urban-adjacent West End to the rural eastern reaches. Rockville is the seat of Montgomery County, offering a blend of urban amenities and suburban neighborhoods. Both are strong options, but the details matter. Here is how they compare across price, schools, commute, taxes, walkability, and safety.

Market Overview

Henrico's median sold price is $390K with homes averaging 29 days on market; Rockville is at $641K and 31 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 2026). Rockville is pricier ($641K median vs $390K), a difference of about $251K. Henrico moves faster, with homes averaging 29 days on market compared to 31 in Rockville. Henrico offers a lower entry point at $150K–$1.2M.

Henrico

VA

Rockville

MD

Median Sold Price

12 months through Jul 2026

$390K

$641K

Avg Days on Market

12 months through Jul 2026

29 days

31 days

Price Range

$150K–$1.2M

$200K–$1.8M

Notable Neighborhoods

Short Pump, Glen Allen, West End, Innsbrook

Rockville Town Center, Twinbrook, King Farm, Fallsgrove

Schools

Henrico has a 78% average SOL pass rate; Rockville has 85% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Henrico include Deep Run High School and Glen Allen High School; in Rockville, Richard Montgomery High School and Thomas S. Wootton High School. See Henrico schools | See Rockville schools

Henrico

VA

Rockville

MD

Avg Pass Rate

78%

85%

Public schools

Deep Run High School, Glen Allen High School, Mills Godwin High School

Richard Montgomery High School, Thomas S. Wootton High School, Julius West Middle School

Pass Rate

78%
85%

Commute

Henrico is closer to downtown at ~15 minutes vs ~30 minutes. Rockville has 3 Metro stations, including Rockville on the Red line. Major highway access: Henrico (I-64, I-95, I-295), Rockville (I-270, I-495, Rt 355).

Henrico

VA

Rockville

MD

Drive to Downtown

~15 min

~30 min

Metro Stations

No Metro access

3 Metro stations (nearest: Rockville)

Metro Lines

N/A

Red

Major Highways

I-64, I-95, I-295, Rt 250, Rt 33

I-270, I-495, Rt 355, Rt 28

Commuter Rail

None

MARC (Brunswick Line)

VA

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Henrico or Rockville more affordable?

Henrico is more affordable with a median sold price of $390K, compared to $641K in Rockville (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 2026). Both cities offer a wide range of housing options, from condos and townhomes to single-family homes. Henrico prices range from $150K–$1.2M. Rockville prices range from $200K–$1.8M.

What are the public-school pass rates in Henrico and Rockville?

Henrico public schools have a 78% average SOL pass rate; Rockville has 85% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Henrico include Deep Run High School and Glen Allen 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, Henrico or Rockville?

Henrico has the shorter commute to downtown at ~15 minutes vs ~30 minutes. Henrico has no direct Metro access. Rockville has Metro access (Rockville).

How do Henrico and Rockville compare?

Henrico County is a major Richmond suburb offering diverse neighborhoods from the urban-adjacent West End to the rural eastern reaches. 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 can connect you with a verified agent in either city.

Median sold prices and days on market are 12-month aggregates of settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 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 August 2026.

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