City Comparison

Herndon vs King George: How they compare

Herndon is a walkable town near the Dulles technology corridor. King George County is a rural community on the Potomac River, home to the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division. Both are strong options, but the details matter. Here is how they compare across price, schools, commute, taxes, walkability, and safety.

Market Overview

Herndon's median sold price is $700K with homes averaging 26 days on market; King George is at $500K and 41 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 2026). Herndon is pricier ($700K median vs $500K), a difference of about $200K. Herndon moves faster, with homes averaging 26 days on market compared to 41 in King George. King George offers a lower entry point at $175K–$700K.

Herndon

VA

King George

VA

Median Sold Price

12 months through Jul 2026

$700K

$500K

Avg Days on Market

12 months through Jul 2026

26 days

41 days

Price Range

$175K–$2.2M

$175K–$700K

Notable Neighborhoods

Herndon Town Center, McNair Farms, Reflection Lake, West Ox Cluster

Dahlgren, King George Courthouse, Fairview Beach, Shiloh

VA

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Herndon or King George more affordable?

King George is more affordable with a median sold price of $500K, compared to $700K in Herndon (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. Herndon prices range from $175K–$2.2M. King George prices range from $175K–$700K.

How do Herndon and King George compare?

Herndon is a walkable town near the Dulles technology corridor. King George County is a rural community on the Potomac River, home to the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division. 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 July 2026.

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