Amherst County, Virginia ~ Business Focus

Business Focus

Amherst County has a strong commitment to its business community and its success. Among the advantages businesses find in Amherst County are:

Low taxes, particularly when compared with other locales
Excellent transportation system
Streamlined permitting process
Competitive utility rates
Costs of construction and operation well below national averages
Strong employee work ethic with a traditional right to work environment and excellent
workforce training
County owned and assisted industrial park
County Economic Development Authority providing assistance to new and expanding businesses
Information about Amherst County's workforce is available here.