With a dynamic business mix in a place where people want to live and work, Salem, Virginia, is an ideal destination for businesses and people who are driven to work in a competitive environment.
Salem’s history is rooted in a strong business culture and thrives in a competitive atmosphere. From national sporting events to a mix of industry, this is the perfect East Coast location for companies that want to win.
IDEAL EAST COAST LOCATION
Salem, Virginia, is positioned in the heart of the Roanoke Region, a mountain metro location home to 330,000+ people. The city is within a day's drive of 75% of the U.S. population and in close proximity to interstate highways, an airport, and a rail hub.
The Economic Development Department is responsible for assisting in improving Salem's natural and built environments. This is achieved through the Department's involvement in most major public and private development projects during the City's development review processes, long-range planning, and economic development activities.
Situated in the Roanoke Region between the Allegheny and Blue Ridge Mountains on the Roanoke River, Salem possesses all the beauty and grandeur that nature can bestow.