Strategic Advantage

The Shenandoah Valley offers a unique combination of strategic advantages that make it an exceptional place to do business. 

With a pro-business climate supported by local and state incentives, the region fosters innovation and sustainable growth across diverse industries. Employers benefit from a highly skilled and dedicated workforce, strengthened by regional colleges, universities, and technical programs that align education with industry needs.

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137 Miles of Interstate System

Strategic East Coast Location provides one day drive time to 2/3 of U.S. Population

10 Regional Colleges and Universities Graduate more than 11,000 students annually

The Valley’s robust infrastructure—including major interstate access via I-81 and I-64, the Shenandoah Valley Airport, rail connections, Virginia Inland Port access and proximity to key East Coast markets—ensures exceptional logistics efficiency and connectivity. 

Businesses and residents alike enjoy a lower cost of living compared to major metropolitan areas, while the region’s unmatched natural beauty, vibrant communities, and high quality of life make it an ideal place to live, work, and grow.

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