Virginia's
New River Valley

A Natural Fit for

Innovation and Growth

Virginia’s New River Valley is a region where small-town charm meets big opportunity

Virginia’s New River Valley is an eclectic mix of small towns and world-class universities that is surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains and the oldest river in North America (The New River). This unique blend offers excellent educational opportunities and brings an elevated presence of arts and entertainment to the region. Located in southwest Virginia, the NRV is a beautiful place to live and do business.

Comprised of the counties of Floyd, Giles, Montgomery, Pulaski, and the City of Radford, the NRV is also home to a loyal, highly skilled, and educated workforce. Our communities offer both small-town charm and an innovative, collaborative, and business-friendly culture. Combined with cutting-edge research and exceptional natural beauty, the NRV is, quite simply, “A Natural Fit”.

Surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains and one of the oldest rivers in North America, Virginia’s New River Valley is a beautiful place to live and do business. Nestled in the heart of Southwest Virginia, it provides both small-town charm and an innovative and collaborative business culture. The region, comprised of the counties of Floyd, Giles, Montgomery, Pulaski, and the City of Radford, is also home to a loyal, highly skilled, and educated workforce. Combined with cutting-edge research and exceptional arts, entertainment, and education, the NRV is, quite simply, “A Natural Fit”.

For those searching for a beautiful place to live and do business, Virginia’s New River Valley provides both a small-town atmosphere and an innovative and collaborative business culture. It also offers a loyal, highly skilled, and educated workforce. With magnificent mountains, cutting-edge research, and exceptional arts, entertainment, and education, the region is, quite simply, “A Natural Fit”.

Surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains and the oldest river in North America (The New River), Virginia’s New River Valley is a beautiful place to live and do business. Nestled in the heart of Southwest Virginia, the NRV is an eclectic mix of small towns and world-class universities. This unique blend offers excellent educational opportunities and brings an elevated presence of arts and entertainment to the region.

Virginia’s New River Valley, comprised of the counties of Floyd, Giles, Montgomery, Pulaski, and the City of Radford, is also home to a loyal, highly skilled, and educated workforce. Our communities offer both small-town charm and an innovative, collaborative, and business-friendly culture. Combined with cutting-edge research and exceptional natural beauty, the NRV is, quite simply, “A Natural Fit”.

Virginia's New River Valley

Four Counties. One City.

Endless Opportunities.

180,000+

population in the NRV

52,500+

higher ed student population

81,000+

job opportunities

6.3%

below the national cost of living average

Accolade

H&V Wins Product of the Year Award

Floyd, VA – Hollingworth and Vose (H&V) recently reported that they received the World Filtration Institute’s (WFI) Filtration Media Product of the Year Award for

January 27, 2026

Accolade

NRV Communities Ranked Safest in VA

New River Valley, Va – According to AreaVibes.com, several of Virginia’s New River Valley communities have ranked among the top 50 safest places to live

January 21, 2026

Live Here

Community Housing Partners Breaks Ground on New Neighborhood

Montgomery County, VA – Community Housing Partners (CHP) recently broke ground on a new housing development in Blacksburg, Virginia. The first phase of the new Stroubles

January 13, 2026

Live Here

When a community fits, you feel it. The scenery inspires, the people connect, and the work feels easy. The benefits of living here surround you. People choose to live and work in Virginia’s New River Valley, and it’s not hard to see why. It’s simply “A Natural Fit.”

Work Here

The NRV is where passion meets possibility. With a diverse range of industries and truly rewarding jobs, you can find your fit with us!

Do Business Here

Affordable, accessible, and innovative – the NRV is where businesses can flourish. Our talented workforce is ready to welcome you. Major industries include:

Let's Connect

540-267-0007

We’d love to talk to you about all NRV has to offer you and your business.

gro.VRNdrawnO@ofni

Email us today to learn more about how NRV can support your goals.

Katie Boswell

Executive Director, Onward NRV

gro.VRNdrawnO@eitaK

2020 Kraft Drive
Suite 2000
Blacksburg, VA 24060

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