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.
Population:
98,473
Bachelor's Degree or Higher: 46.0%
26 Miles of New River
Blacksburg is constantly ranked among the best places to live, work, or study. Home to Virginia Tech, it’s bustling and active.
There’s a reason Christiansburg is known as “the place to be.” It boasts the convenience of big retail while retaining its downtown and historic charm.
Elliston, Lafayette, and Shawsville are quieter villages nestled between the Town of Christiansburg and Roanoke.
Outside Blacksburg, Prices Fork is a smaller village with impressive updates.
Not far from Christiansburg, Rhiner offers a great blend of countryside living with access to nearby amenities.
Montgomery County also contains other small villages like McCoy, Belview, or Plum Creek just outside of the bustling towns.
Located in Blacksburg, Virginia Tech is the Commonwealth’s largest land grant university. This world-renowned institution boasts cutting-edge research opportunities for students and local businesses. Plus, it churns out a steady stream of talent for area employers. Virginia Tech’s presence also helps cultivate an elevated arts, music, and festival scene.
Due to lower operation costs and a higher quality of life in the NRV compared to other information technology and digital creative hubs, tech flourishes in Montgomery County. Cultural, social, and outdoor opportunities abound making this a perfect location for talent. Home to 1901 Group, Ozmo, FoxGuard Solutions, Venveo, and more, it’s becoming quite a hub for tech companies.
Montgomery County has become a hotspot for shopping and dining. From big box retailers to unique boutique experiences, you can find what you need in Montgomery County. If you’re looking for something to eat, enjoy one of the many local restaurants, wineries, or breweries that offer top-notch dining experiences for you, and your friends and family.
A historic moment occurred at Virginia Tech’s Lane Stadium on Wednesday, May 7th, when Metallica took center field for the first time – marking not just a memorable night for Hokie Nation, but for Virginia’s New River Valley (NRV).
Virginia Tech recently reported that they have earned the No. 73 spot on the National Academy of Inventors’ 2024 Top 100 Worldwide Universities List.
Governor Glenn Youngkin visited Christiansburg on April 24th, 2025 to break ground on the New River Valley Rail Project marking a significant milestone for Virginia’s New River Valley.
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