Market Overview
Vienna is pricier ($960K median vs $370K), a difference of about $590K. Vienna moves faster, with homes averaging 12 days on market compared to 24 in Suffolk. Suffolk offers a lower entry point at $175K–$800K.
Suffolk
VA
Vienna
VA
Median Price
$370K
$960K
Avg Days on Market
24 days
12 days
Price Range
$175K–$800K
$500K–$2.5M
Notable Neighborhoods
Harbour View, Bennetts Creek, Godwin Boulevard, Riverfront
Downtown Vienna, Westwood Hills, Vienna West, Bowman Heights
Schools
Suffolk has a 72% average SOL pass rate; Vienna has 92% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Suffolk include Nansemond River High School and King's Fork High School; in Vienna, James Madison High School and Thoreau Middle School. See Suffolk schools | See Vienna schools
Suffolk
VA
Vienna
VA
Avg Pass Rate
72%
92%
Public schools
Nansemond River High School, King's Fork High School, Lakeland High School
James Madison High School, Thoreau Middle School, Wolftrap Elementary
These are district-wide assessment results. Verify current school assignments, boundaries, and programs with each local district for a specific address.
Commute
Vienna is closer to downtown at ~25 minutes vs ~30 minutes. Vienna has 1 Metro station, including Vienna/Fairfax-GMU on the Orange line. Major highway access: Suffolk (Rt 58, Rt 13, Rt 460), Vienna (I-66, Rt 123, Rt 29).
Suffolk
VA
Vienna
VA
Drive to Downtown
~30 min
~25 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
1 Metro station (nearest: Vienna/Fairfax-GMU)
Metro Lines
N/A
Orange
Major Highways
Rt 58, Rt 13, Rt 460, I-664
I-66, Rt 123, Rt 29
Commuter Rail
None
None
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Suffolk or Vienna more affordable?
Suffolk is more affordable with a median home price of $370K, compared to $960K in Vienna. Both cities offer a wide range of housing options, from condos and townhomes to single-family homes. Suffolk prices range from $175K–$800K. Vienna prices range from $500K–$2.5M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Suffolk and Vienna?
Suffolk public schools have a 72% average SOL pass rate; Vienna has 92% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Suffolk include Nansemond River High School and King's Fork High School; in Vienna, James Madison High School and Thoreau Middle School. Pass rates reflect district-wide assessment results; check the specific assigned schools for any address.
Which is easier to commute from, Suffolk or Vienna?
Vienna has the shorter commute to downtown at ~25 minutes vs ~30 minutes. Suffolk has no direct Metro access. Vienna has Metro access (Vienna/Fairfax-GMU).
How do Suffolk and Vienna compare?
Suffolk is the largest city by area in Virginia, offering a mix of new construction communities and rural charm. Vienna offers a small-town atmosphere with big-city proximity, the W&OD Trail, downtown shops, and address-based Fairfax County Public Schools assignments. 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.