Orange County
The prevailing rural nature of Orange County integrates seamlessly with the manufacturing and technology companies located in the County. Employees and employers alike enjoy the natural beauty and cultural activities in Orange, leading to an effective and loyal workforce. With an established record of success and a business friendly environment, Orange County is an ideal place to locate or expand a business.
Montpelier, Home of James Madison
Fast Facts
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3.7% Unemployment Rate |
142,186 Population within 20 miles |
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$49,173 Average Annual Wages |
55.8% Population with some college |
Orange County Advantages
- Served by an excellent transportation network of major U.S. highways which allow easy access to all points north, south, east, and west. The County is 12 miles from I-64 and 14 miles from I-95.
- Access to a well-trained workforce, loyal employees, and a vast labor pool with over 350,000 people living within 30 miles of the County, and 1.7 million living within 60 miles.
- Several major universities and two-year institutions, with both the top-ranked University of Virginia and University of MaryWashington within an hour’s drive, and Germanna community College within Orange County.
- Enjoy the scenic beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains and Orange County’s rural countryside with cultural, recreational, and historical attractions that further highlight the physical setting of the County.
Target Industries
- Advanced Manufacturing
- Agribusiness, Food Processing & Technology
- Business & Financial Services
- Health Services
- Information Technology
- Transportation & Logistics
Contact Information:
Julie Perry, Director, Economic Development & Tourism
Phone: (540) 661-5324
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: Orange County Economic Development
Address:
109 West Main Street
Orange, VA 22960