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Orange County

Orange County’s rural character blends seamlessly with its strong base of manufacturing, defense, and agribusiness employers. Companies benefit from a dedicated and stable workforce that is drawn to the area’s natural beauty, cultural amenities, and high quality of life. With a proven track record of business success and a supportive, business‑friendly environment, Orange County offers an ideal location for companies seeking to start, grow, or expand in Central Virginia.

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Fast Facts

3.4% Unemployment Rate
140,198 Population within 20 miles
$49,563 Average Annual Wages
52.6% 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

Orange County Fact Sheet

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