Creating a diverse & thriving community by recruiting, supporting & retaining York County businesses. York County, VA, is a top tourist destination for history, beaches, theme parks and more. It's also a thriving community for business and family life. Money Magazine named York County one of the Top 100 Best Places to Live in America. One visit to this beautiful Southeastern Virginia locality and you'll quickly understand why. York County is the perfect mix of small-town charm and big-city amenities. We're part of the greater Hampton Roads region, encompassing a population in excess of 1.7 million people. We're just 20 minutes from the Port of Virginia and less than an hour from Richmond and Virginia Beach. With an excellent school system and a growing number of craft breweries and unique restaurants, York County is where you want to live and work.The York County Department of Economic and Tourism Development works to create a diverse economic base by the aggressive recruitment, expansion and retention of businesses, industries, and tourism. This means we play a key role in expanding the tax base and capital investment in the County, and providing new employment opportunities for its citizens. We also are leading the way with programs to support home-based businesses and promote entrepreneurship. Whether you're a solopreneur or the head of a large and growing enterprise, we're here for you.