Spanning 1,458 square miles, the New River Valley is home to four counties (Floyd, Giles, Montgomery, and Pulaski), one independent city (the City of Radford), and nine close-knit towns (Blacksburg, Christiansburg, Dublin, Floyd, Narrows, Pearisburg, Pembroke, Pulaski, and Rich Creek). It’s a place where friendly neighbors, scenic beauty, and meaningful work come together – so you can truly find your natural fit.
The New River Valley is made up of welcoming small towns and close-knit communities, each full of opportunity. Spanning 1,458 square miles, the NRV is home to four counties (Floyd, Giles, Montgomery, and Pulaski), one independent city (the City of Radford), and nine close-knit towns (Blacksburg, Christiansburg, Dublin, Floyd, Narrows, Pearisburg, Pembroke, Pulaski, and Rich Creek). It’s a place where friendly neighbors, scenic beauty, and meaningful work come together – so you can truly find your natural fit in our region.
Floyd County, VA, residents are proud of the friendly and open-minded nature of the many artisans, farmers, and craftsmen. Music and arts play a foundational role within the community, which is proven by the large crowds at the Floyd Country Store’s Friday Night Jamboree and the many festivals around the county. Floyd County is also home to several manufacturing, research, and production facilities, a few of which are housed at the state-of-the-art Floyd Innovation Center.
Giles County, VA, has a history rooted in traditional manufacturing, but it’s the majestic mountains and the New River that closely tie the residents to home. The County consists of five unique towns: Rich Creek, Pembroke, Narrows, Glen Lyn, and Pearisburg. Together, these five communities comprise “Virginia’s Mountain Playground.”
Montgomery County thrives with young professionals, innovative tech companies, and vibrant downtowns energized by Virginia Tech. The area offers the charm of a small urban community with easy access to outdoor recreation and breathtaking mountain scenery.
Centrally located in Virginia’s New River Valley, Pulaski offers easy access to I-81, I-77, and major travel hubs – within a day’s drive of half the U.S. population. Enjoy top-rated state parks, affordable education at New River Community College, and a strong economy powered by global companies like Volvo Trucks and Red Sun Farms. It’s a place where outdoor adventure meets opportunity. Play outside in Pulaski County.
Radford is a dynamic independent micro city where small-town charm meets the vibrant spirit of university life. Home to Radford University and 200 acres of scenic riverfront parks, it’s a hub for outdoor adventure and close-knit community connections. With a walkable main street full of dining, shopping, and entertainment, Radford offers something for everyone. Discover it all in The New River City.
Montgomery County, VA – Virginia Tech was recently awarded a $2.84 million grant from the U.S Department of Energy’s Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E) to
New River Valley, VA – Radford University and Virginia Tech ranked in the top 10 2026 Best Value Colleges in Virginia by Niche.com. Radford University
New River Valley, VA – This year, the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia recognized 161 employers across the Commonwealth as the 2026 Top
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