In the heart of the Appalachian Highlands, Washington County, Virginia is home to a vibrant business, industrial, agricultural, educational, arts, and tourism economy that is along the busy Interstate 81 corridor. The population of Washington County is 53,898 according to the 2020 census.

Incorporated in 1778, Abingdon is the county seat with a population of 8,367. It is home to Barter Theatre – the State Theatre of Virginia founded in 1933 – the historic Martha Washington Inn, William King Museum of Art, and the head of the Virginia Creeper Trail, a national rails to trail outdoor recreation facility that attracts bikers from all over the world. Abingdon is known for its hospitality and is consistently rated as a top tourist destination among travel sites.

Other towns in Washington County, Virginia, include Damascus (pop. 780) and Glade Spring (pop. 1,400). All residents enjoy quick access to the Appalachian Trail and South Holston Lake, operated by the Tennessee Valley Authority.

Washington County enjoys a strong business climate with support from partners like Emory & Henry University, Virginia Highlands Community College, Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center, Johnston Memorial Hospital, and Virginia Highlands Airport.

Abingdon is part of the Kingsport−Bristol (TN)−Bristol (VA) Metropolitan Statistical Area, which is a component of the Johnson City−Kingsport−Bristol, TN-VA Combined Statistical Area − commonly known as the “Tri-Cities” region.