A Place Where Businesses Thrive
Virginia Beach is a business-friendly city that blends affordability, accessibility, and livability. With low taxes, competitive utility costs, and a commitment to cutting red tape, we help companies focus on what matters most—growth, talent, and innovation.
The City of Virginia Beach ranks among the top 10 best-run cities in America, according to the financial services website WalletHub. WalletHub compared the operating efficiency of 148 of the largest U.S. cities by comparing the quality of services residents receive against the City's per-capita budget.
Business-Friendly Costs
Pro-business government
Virginia Beach’s local government is committed to economic growth. The department works closely with city departments to streamline permitting, support commercial development, and guide companies through the site selection and expansion process.
You’ll also benefit from:
- Access to dedicated business liaisons.
- Coordination with the Planning/Zoning Department .
- Guidance on regulatory compliance and public funding programs.
A Lifestyle Talent Wants
Today’s talent wants to live in a place where they can build careers and enjoy life. Virginia Beach delivers both.
With miles of coastline, award-winning schools, and cultural vibrancy, the city ranks among the top places to live and work in the U.S.
Learn how we help employers attract talent through our workforce development programs.
