New River Valley, VA – Niche.com, a trusted platform for evaluating schools, neighborhoods, and communities nationwide, has recognized several New River Valley communities among the most affordable places to live in Virginia:
- Giles County ranks #6
- Pulaski County ranks #26
- Floyd County ranks #27
These rankings highlight the region’s affordability, which contributes to a high quality of life, reinforcing why Virginia’s New River Valley is a natural fit for individuals and families.
Niche.com provides comprehensive, data-driven assessments of communities by analyzing dozens of factors from federal and local government datasets. Learn more about their methodology here.
See the full list of counties with a low cost of living in Virginia here.
Discover more about the cost of living in the NRV here.
Onward NRV: Onward NRV is a public/private, regional economic development organization whose mission is to attract and retain world class jobs, investment, and talent in Virginia’s New River Valley. It’s also a movement where leaders from business, government, and higher education work together to promote the economic vitality of the region.
