Brian Tinsman
Digital Properties Manager
SmartAsset, a New York-based financial technology company, has ranked Loudoun as the top county for business growth in Virginia for the third year in a row.
According to the annual study, Loudoun County’s number of businesses has risen by 13.9 percent in the last two years. This mirrors the 13.9 percent growth from the 2017 study, along with 15.8 percent growth that was reported in the 2016 study.
Virginia is a very pro-business state, ranking fourth on Forbes’ 2018 list of Best States for Business, up one spot from 2017 and up two spots from 2016.
Even as Virginia continues to improve in the factors of business cost, labor supply, regulations, economic climate, growth prospects and quality of life, Loudoun County remains a leader.
But don’t take our word for it — check out what business leaders have recently said about opening, expanding and relocating to Loudoun County:
“Loudoun County is one of the most impressive counties in the country.” – Adam Behnke, Loudoun United COO
“We’re excited to join a flourishing community where many of our employees and customers are based. This move gives us a permanent home and the ability to expand our team and our services.” – Cris Daniluk, Rhythmic Technologies CEO
“We very much enjoy being headquartered in Loudoun County…Loudoun County has a deep talent pool, many of which are looking for a better commute.” – Aaron Higbee, Cofense co-founder
Rapid business growth is driven by top-notch assets and robust opportunities. We have both in Loudoun, including:
- Available land near four Metrorail stops scheduled to open in 2020;
- Dulles International Airport, one of the top-10 international airports in the U.S.;
- Walkable, mixed-use developments near Washington, D.C.;
- Access to the most educated workforce in the U.S.;
- Virginia’s fastest growing population, now with more than 400,000 residents;
- The happiest large county in the U.S.
We call these our #LoudounPossible advantages, and just a few of the ways that we’re number one. Companies interested in locating in Loudoun can email Business Development Officer Rick Morris or call 1-(800)-LOUDOUN.
