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 in southwest Virginia. This unique blend offers excellent educational opportunities and brings an elevated presence of arts and entertainment to the region. Surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains and the oldest river in North America (The New River), 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.

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

Giles County

Giles County Broadband Initiative Expands Through New Grant

Giles County, VA – WDBJ 7 recently reported that Giles County will be receiving an expansion of broadband services through a grant provided by the

April 8, 2026

Advanced Manufacturing

Regional Manufacturing Consortium Receives Grant

New River Valley, VA – The GO Virginia state board just announced a $4.2 million grant to strengthen Virginia’s AM2 Initiative, a regional manufacturing consortium.

April 2, 2026

Education

Giles County CTE Receives Carhartt Grant

Giles County, VA – WSLS recently reported that the Giles County Technology Center received a $25,000 grant from Carhartt’s “For the Love of Labor” program,

March 25, 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 the 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: