Regional Resources

Visiting Virginia’s Blue Ridge

“Roanoke and the surrounding area offers something for everyone. Nestled in the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains, just minutes off the Parkway and is the largest metropolitan area in western Virginia. From outdoor activities, like mountain biking or kayaking, to experiencing an explosion of craft breweries, wineries and vineyards, engaging museums and galleries, and an array of farmers’ markets. No matter what you decide to do, every day in the Roanoke Valley in Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains is filled with friendship and old-fashioned southern hospitality. Discover what makes visiting Virginia’s Blue Ridge so unique!”

Landon C. Howard

President, Visit Virginia’s Blue Ridge

The Roanoke Valley and Surrounding Areas

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Economic Development

Virginia’s Blue Ridge offers a strong and collaborative environment for business growth and investment. The region includes Roanoke City, Roanoke County, the City of Salem, Botetourt County, Franklin County, the Town of Vinton, and the Town of Rocky Mount, communities that work together to support economic development and regional prosperity.

The Roanoke Region is home to a diverse economy supported by advanced manufacturing, healthcare, logistics, technology, and a thriving small business sector. Major healthcare systems, leading research institutions, and strong partnerships with regional colleges and universities help drive innovation and workforce development across the region.

Businesses benefit from a strategic location in the Mid-Atlantic, access to a skilled workforce, modern infrastructure, and a business-friendly environment. Virginia’s Blue Ridge also offers a cost of living that consistently ranks below the national average. According to the American Chamber of Commerce Researchers Association (ACCRA), the region remains one of the most affordable places to live in the country, measuring costs across housing, groceries, utilities, transportation, healthcare, and other essential goods and services.

Together, these assets position the Roanoke Region as a competitive location for business investment, expansion, and long-term economic growth.

Helpful links:

Roanoke Regional Partnership
For statistical information, including demographics, population, property taxes, and important telephone numbers, download the Statistical Guide for the Greater Roanoke Region.
Roanoke Region Street Map & Resource Guide is a highly detailed map covering Botetourt County, Fincastle, Hollins, Roanoke, Roanoke County, Salem, Troutville, and Vinton, and is ideal for delivery people, new employees, visitors to the area, or for resale.
Small Business Administration’s Spanish Language Website

Economic Development Links

Relocation Resources

Are you interested in moving to Virginia’s Blue Ridge? The Chamber provides a relocation package that gives newcomers a comprehensive overview of living in the region. The package includes a statistical guide, map of the region, the latest issue of VBR Life and a list of area realtors, real estate services, apartment properties, retirement communities and employment services. Click here to order your relocation package online. You can also order one by calling 540.983.0700 or emailing Business@RoanokeChamber.org.

These resources are provided with support from our Annual Relocation Sponsors:

Foti, Flynn, Lowen & Co., PC

Long and Foster Real Estate

The Reserve at Daleville

VBR Life

The ultimate guide for living in Virginia’s Blue Ridge. A beautiful, full-color magazine, is a guide to visiting, living and doing business in Virginia’s Blue Ridge and it introduces the area to newcomers.

Visit Virginia’s Blue Ridge Official Visitor’s Guide and Map

Moving, Renting, Buying?

Healthcare Providers

Education Offerings

Roanoke Region Street Map & Resource Guide

Council of Community Services