Russell County IDA

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Welcome to Russell County Virginia

Our goal is to facilitate economic stability, growth, and diversity.

If you're a company seeking to start-up, expand or relocate, then we want you to know about Russell County. In recent years, our location has become recognized as a prime spot for companies requiring high inland security and access to a world-class telecommunications network.

We've attracted international companies, such as CGI, into our borders and understand what businesses need to thrive. We also know how to deliver skilled workers and incentives that will facilitate and empower businesses.

A great place to grow your business.

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53 colleges and universities are located less than three hours from Russell County that help grow our workforce. Notably, six of these hold certifications from the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET), a national accrediting agency for applied science, computing, engineering and engineering technology programs.

Several four-lane highways provide navigation in the county, with U.S. Routes 19 and 58 connecting to Interstate 81 in Abingdon and Interstate 77 in Princeton, West Virginia. Interstate 26 can be accessed in Tennessee and Interstates 40 and 75 can be accessed in Knoxville - all by taking U.S. Route 19 in Russell County to Interstate 81.

Discover what Russell can do for you and your business today! Russell County is part of the e-Region, a seven-county, one-city area in Southwest Virginia that is recognized as an emerging East Coast center for key areas of business: electronic information technology, energy, education, and emerging technologies.

Partnering for progress,
connected for success.

Low tax rates

  • 6% Corporate Income Tax Rate

    Hasn't increased since 1972.

  • Property Tax Rates Lower than 78% of U.S.

    Some of the lowest rates in the nation.

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Our testimonials

We are partners
in your success!

All the ingredients to help you succeed

Russell County
Full of Opportunity

  • Available Workforce

    Russell County is known for its dedicated workforce (130K+ in region) and for educating people to meet the actual needs of companies located in its boundaries.
  • Location & Infrastructure

    Our world-class network, coupled with Russell County's inland location and relatively mild climate make our area viable for companies needing locations for data redundancy and/or data storage.
Russell County IDA