540-658-8681 Top Reasons to be in Stafford County Connectivity paves the way for profitability, plain and simple. Stafford’s location and tech infrastructure keep innovators close and investment flowing. First Smart Community Testbed 3 AAA Bond Ratings #2 Fastest Growing County Population in Virginia Location Just 25 miles south of Washington, D.C. and 50 miles north of Richmond, the pace is slower, but the ambition is electric. Bisected by I-95, the county offers prime access to key markets, without sacrificing metropolitan amenities. Stafford-based Marine Base Quantico, the FBI Lab/Academy, and NCIS keep collaboration energetic and the Talent pool plentiful. Land Prime I-95 access 60% of the US workforce within a day’s drive Sky 3 international airports – Dulles International, Reagan National, and Richmond International within 60 minutes 1 regional airport – Stafford Regional Airport serves corporate, commercial, and recreational aircraft Rail Amtrak and Virginia Railway Express serve passengers and commuters Norfolk Southern, CSX, and subsidiaries keep freight moving Sea 4 deep water shipping ports – Port of Richmond, Virginia Inland Port, Port of Virginia, and Port of Baltimore Download PDF Fiber: The Stafford Superhighway Stafford keeps the fiber fast and businesses agile. Multiple dark fiber connectivity and proximity to the Metropolitan Area Exchange (MAE) East, the East Coast peering point that hosts 70% of the world’s daily internet traffic, are components of the Stafford Advantage. The Stafford Business Advantage The approach to economic development is assertive, and the moves are bold. Targeted growth creates a culture of innovation. Low Business Costs Stafford leads with the lowest business costs in northern Virginia. BPOL taxes, imposed in many localities, don’t exist in Stafford. Low property tax rates, affordable land, and the best value in Northern Virginia Class A office space puts the savings in perspective. Industry Clusters Stafford’s target industries enjoy easy transport links, top Talent, and business clusters that keep competitiveness on point. From state-of-the-art distribution centers to Virginia’s first Smart Community Testbed and RIoT Accelerator, a network of collaborators is close at hand. AAA Bond Rating Stafford County enjoys three AAA bond ratings, the highest credit rating available. A rating enjoyed by select cities and counties nationwide, it showcases Stafford’s healthy financial position. Downtown Stafford A vision in progress, Downtown Stafford blends work, retail, living, and play in a convenient downtown setting. A multi-generational community development project inspired by the National Main Street Program, it’s a space where entrepreneurship, lifestyle, and leisure evolve together. Livability With rolling hills, championship golf courses, and four seasons of recreation, Stafford is an excellent place to call home. Boasting nationally ranked schools, low crime, and well-priced real estate, Stafford is one of the fastest growing counties in Virginia. Whether families choose homes in amenity-filled neighborhoods or build, Stafford is more affordable than surrounding Northern Virginia localities. Explore Stafford’s scenic beauty and simple pleasures. Living in Stafford Learn more about the living in Stafford and the amenities offered. Business Environment Learn about the business environment in Stafford. Who Is Here? Learn more about the businesses that are making Stafford county their home. Downtown Stafford Downtown Stafford is a multi-generational community development project, planned as a place to create a “community identity.” Workforce Development Learn more about the workforce and community education in Stafford. Incentives and Financing Learn more about the incentive programs for making the move to Stafford. News Read about current events happening in Stafford County. Target Industries Corporate Headquarters Low cost and connected offices for businesses Cyber Security & Technology Real-time collaborations on next-gen advances Data Centers Staying on top of the cloud: the next place for data centers Warehouse & Distribution World-class distribution cluster keeps profits moving Get Involved Shake up the business narrative. Explore Stafford today and sign up for our Monthly Newsletter. Sign Up Today Visit 1300 Courthouse Rd Stafford, VA 22554 Call Us 540-658-8681 Email Us econdev@staffordcountyva.gov WHY STAFFORD Why Stafford? Smart Stafford Who is Here Workforce & Training Downtown Stafford Events Submit an Event SITE SELECTION Find Properties Incentives Cost of Doing Business Key Industries Infrastructure Talent DOING BUSINESS Starting a Business Existing Business Entrepreneurship Resources LIVING IN STAFFORD Living Here Tourism and Recreation ABOUT US Meet the Band Economic Development Authority Newsroom Publications Newsletter Signup Contact Us © 2021 Stafford County Economic Development | Created by Rambletype Digital