City Comparison

Silver Spring vs Vienna: How they compare

Silver Spring is a diverse, transit-rich community just north of the D. Vienna offers a quintessential small-town atmosphere with big-city proximity. Both are strong options, but the details matter. Here is how they compare across price, schools, commute, taxes, walkability, and safety.

Market Overview

Vienna is pricier ($960K median vs $510K), a difference of about $450K. Vienna moves faster, with homes averaging 12 days on market compared to 16 in Silver Spring. Silver Spring offers a lower entry point at $175K–$1.5M.

Silver Spring

MD

Vienna

VA

Median Price

$510K

$960K

Avg Days on Market

16 days

12 days

Price Range

$175K–$1.5M

$500K–$2.5M

Top Neighborhoods

Downtown Silver Spring, Woodside, East Silver Spring, Woodmoor

Downtown Vienna, Westwood Hills, Vienna West, Bowman Heights

MD

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Silver Spring or Vienna more affordable?

Silver Spring is more affordable with a median home price of $510K, compared to $960K in Vienna. Both cities offer a wide range of housing options, from condos and townhomes to single-family homes. Silver Spring prices range from $175K–$1.5M. Vienna prices range from $500K–$2.5M.

How do Silver Spring and Vienna compare?

Silver Spring is a diverse, transit-rich community just north of the D. Vienna offers a quintessential small-town atmosphere with big-city proximity. 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.

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 June 2026.

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Silver Spring vs Vienna: Compare Real Estate, Schools, Commute (2026) | smover