Community Profiles: Virginia Beach
Live the Life!
Virginia Beach Waterfront
Courtesy of City of Virginia Beach
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irginia Beach is not only one of the best places to work in America; it’s also one of the best places to live. Residential offerings include oceanfront beach houses, urban lofts and country homes. Neighborhoods range from tranquil settings in Pungo, the cosmopolitan Town Center, the resort district along the Atlantic Ocean and everything in between.
MEDIAN Household Income3 (2010 est.) $64,065
With 38 miles of shoreline, 14 miles of a free public beach, 79 miles of scenic waterways, 60 miles of biking trails and 208 municipal parks encompassing 4,000 acres, Virginia Beach has been recognized as being in the top 10 cities in America for the outdoors by Forbes magazine and in the top 10 greenest places to retire by U.S. News & World Report.
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Powerful Forces at Work
Size2 248 sq. miles Population1 (2010 est.) 437,994
Major Industries Geico, Stihl, Amerigroup, Cendant/Avis Budget, AMSEC LLC City Information (757) 358-4111 School Information (757) 263-1000
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Virginia Beach is also one of the ten best cities to get a job. It has the largest concentration of military installations in the country and a variety of jobs for highly skilled workers. Employers offer competitive salaries and a wealth of professional opportunities. The city has one of the nation’s best public school systems, and the Advanced Technology Center provides opportunities for high school and community college students to earn additional training in industry-certified programs. Virginia Beach is home to Regent University and ECPI College of Technology. It also
has campuses for Hampton University, Old Dominion University, Norfolk State University, Tidewater Community College, Art Institute of Virginia Beach, Averett University, Bryant & Stratton College, Cambridge College, ITT Tech, Kee Business College, Saint Leo University, South University, Strayer University, Techno Training Inc., Tidewater Tech, Troy State University, University of Phoenix and World College.
Rich in Culture
Entertainment offerings include the Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center, the Farm Bureau Live Virginia Beach Amphitheater, Contemporary Arts Center of Virginia and the Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, a 1300-seat theatre. Virginia Beach is a destination for travelers and a beacon relaxed yet sophisticated living. We invite you to learn more at www.yesvirginiabeach.com or vbfun.com.
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