Introduction
“Sometimes, the secret to a good business environment is the environment itself, not just the land, but the pro-business leadership, the support services, and the people who live and work here. In other words, a strong community leads to strong business opportunities."
~Jim Noel, Director, York County Office of Economic Development
York County and Yorktown have been involved in government work since the County was chartered in 1634.
A drive north on Route 17 from Newport News puts you at the outskirts of the Colonial National Park and the Yorktown Battlefield. Both the park and the battlefield are maintained as they were when George Washington accepted the surrender of British General Charles Cornwallis at the 1781 Battle of Yorktown, ending the Revolutionary War.
“Located in the heart of the Virginia Peninsula , York County is one of the fastest-growing areas in Virginia . Low taxes, quality labor and a variety of development sites make York County a preferred business location.”
Today, government is still an important activity. More than 40 percent of the County's land is earmarked for federal use with installations such as: the US Coast Guard Reserve Training Center, the Colonial National
Historical Park , the US Naval Weapons Station, Cheatham Annex and Camp Peary.
While replete with history, York County is ever mindful of its role in the new century. It is an attractive suburban community that features one of the area's highest per capita family incomes. The County also features one of the top public school systems in Virginia . In fact, Money Magazine named York County schools one of the top 100 education buys in the country.
With abundant green space, a low crime rate, affordable housing, and one of the top public school systems in Virginia , York County is the community of choice on the Peninsula.
“York County offers industry an ideal location near ports, interstate highway, and rail transportation, a low tax rate, and a local government eager to attract new commerce.”
York County has an environment conducive to economic development. Water and sewer service has been extended through most of the County. Gas, electric service and fiber optics are also available. With a real estate tax of $0.6975/$100 and no utility tax, the County is an inexpensive place to do business. York County offers a high-quality, semi-rural environment perfect for living, working and playing. Quality of life is one of York County 's most important resources. With a superior educational system, abundant green space, and 200 miles of coastline along the York River and its tributaries for recreation and pleasant vistas, York County is the place to be.
The Office of Economic Development and the Board of Supervisors welcome your interest and inquiries about our community and stand ready to assist your location in York County. We look forward to hearing from you.
Jim Noel, Director
York County Office of Economic Development
