Bristol combines the beauty of revered southern traditions with the fresh vigor of a growing community. The local economy enjoys a well-balanced industrial, agricultural and manufacturing base. Bristol's industrial base includes batteries, electronics, pharmaceutics, mining machinery, weapon components, aluminum products, compressors, apparel, textiles, copper wire, vacuum cleaner and food products. The City of Bristol, Virginia has its own independent Economic Development Committee that is dedicated to continuing the economic growth of our City. This effort has been very successful as three large industrial parks within the City have been nearly filled with new, viable busineses and industries within the past ten years. The City is currently working to fill its two present industrial parks, one of which is a new technology park. For more information on economic development within our City contact either

http://www.accessbristolva.com/OED_home.html


The Bristol Area has a labor force of 75,000 and an unemployment rate of only 4.2 percent. Major employers in the area are the school systems, Bristol Regional Medical Center, Bristol Compressors, Strongwell, Exide Corporation, Ball Corporation, The United Company, Boise Cascade, CAMAC, and numerous others.
 

One of the greatest facilitators to Bristol's economic growth through the years has been its accessibility and well-organized transportation connections. Located within a day's drive of more than 70 percent of the U.S. population, the twin city is served by more than 50 motor freight carriers and two railroads. Outstanding air service is available through the Tri-Cities Regional Airport,TN/VA, which offers jet and air carrier service. The facility offers service to more than 100 cities. For a detailed overview of our community click on our Community Profile link.

 

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