Hampton Roads has a thriving business community, with a total of 32,500+ establishments dispersed throughout our 14 localities. Of these companies, 155 are of international origin, representing 26 countries from around the world. Low operating costs, great connectivity, abundant land, a highly educated talent pool, and attractive tax laws all draw these companies to our community and keep them here for years to come. Top industry sectors for Hampton Roads include Food Processing & Technology, Advanced Manufacturing, Software & IT, Shared Services, and Distribution & Logistics.