Market Overview
Vienna's median sold price is $1.1M with homes averaging 31 days on market; Woodbridge is at $488K and 31 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Vienna is pricier ($1.1M median vs $488K), a difference of about $635K. Both cities average 31 days on market. Woodbridge offers a lower entry point at $145K–$2.9M.
Vienna
VA
Woodbridge
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$1.1M
$488K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
31 days
31 days
Price Range
$500K–$2.5M
$145K–$2.9M
Notable Neighborhoods
Downtown Vienna, Westwood Hills, Vienna West, Bowman Heights
Dale City, Lake Ridge, Occoquan, Potomac Mills
Schools
Vienna has a 92% average SOL pass rate; Woodbridge has 73% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Vienna include James Madison High School and Thoreau Middle School; in Woodbridge, Woodbridge High School and Gar-Field High School. See Vienna schools | See Woodbridge schools
Vienna
VA
Woodbridge
VA
Avg Pass Rate
92%
73%
Public schools
James Madison High School, Thoreau Middle School, Wolftrap Elementary
Woodbridge High School, Gar-Field High School, Rippon Middle School
Pass Rate
Commute
Vienna is closer to downtown at ~25 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Vienna has 1 Metro station, including Vienna/Fairfax-GMU on the Orange line. Major highway access: Vienna (I-66, Rt 123, Rt 29), Woodbridge (I-95, Rt 1, Rt 123).
Vienna
VA
Woodbridge
VA
Drive to Downtown
~25 min
~40 min
Metro Stations
1 Metro station (nearest: Vienna/Fairfax-GMU)
No Metro access
Metro Lines
Orange
N/A
Major Highways
I-66, Rt 123, Rt 29
I-95, Rt 1, Rt 123
Commuter Rail
None
VRE (Fredericksburg line)
Property Tax
On a $1.1M home in Vienna, you would pay ~$12,460/yr in property tax. In Woodbridge, a $488K home costs ~$5,021/yr. Woodbridge has the lower rate at $1.030 per $100 of assessed value.
Vienna
VA
Woodbridge
VA
Rate per $100
$1.110
$1.030
Est. Annual Tax
Based on median home price
$12,460/yr
$5,021/yr
Notes
Fairfax County rate; Town of Vienna adds $0.2275
Prince William County rate
Walkability
Vienna is more walkable with a Walk Score of 42 (Car-Dependent), compared to 22 in Woodbridge. Transit scores: Vienna (30) vs Woodbridge (12). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Downtown Vienna and Dale City score much higher than suburban areas.
Vienna
VA
Woodbridge
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
30
12
Bike Score
48
20
Safety
Vienna is rated "Very Safe" with a total crime rate 55% below Virginia average. Woodbridge is rated "Safe" (11% below Virginia average). Both cities compare favorably to the Virginia state average. Crime rates vary by neighborhood, so check specific areas when house hunting.
Vienna
VA
Woodbridge
VA
Safety Rating
Violent Crime
0.4/1K
1.3/1K
Property Crime
7.2/1K
13.8/1K
vs Virginia Avg
55% below Virginia average
11% below Virginia average
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Vienna or Woodbridge more affordable?
Woodbridge is more affordable with a median sold price of $488K, compared to $1.1M in Vienna (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Both cities offer a wide range of housing options, from condos and townhomes to single-family homes. Vienna prices range from $500K–$2.5M. Woodbridge prices range from $145K–$2.9M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Vienna and Woodbridge?
Vienna public schools have a 92% average SOL pass rate; Woodbridge has 73% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Vienna include James Madison High School and Thoreau Middle School; in Woodbridge, Woodbridge High School and Gar-Field High School. Pass rates reflect district-wide assessment results; check the specific assigned schools for any address.
Which is easier to commute from, Vienna or Woodbridge?
Vienna has the shorter commute to downtown at ~25 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Vienna has Metro access (Vienna/Fairfax-GMU). Woodbridge has no direct Metro access.
What are property taxes in Vienna vs Woodbridge?
Vienna has a property tax rate of $1.110 per $100 (~$12,460/yr on a $1.1M home). Woodbridge's rate is $1.030 per $100 (~$5,021/yr on a $488K home). Tax rates are set annually by each locality.
How do Vienna and Woodbridge compare?
Vienna offers a quintessential small-town atmosphere with big-city proximity. Woodbridge is the commercial heart of eastern Prince William County. 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 Aug 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.