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Empowering Growth

With a rich history and a promising future, Northampton County’s prime land, robust infrastructure, and connected community opens the door for opportunity. 

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Empowering Growth

With a rich history and a promising future, Northampton County’s open land, resilient infrastructure, and connected community opens the door for opportunity. 

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Why Northampton County?

Located in eastern North Carolina, Northampton County pairs strategic location and strong infrastructure with the lifestyle benefits of a warm, welcoming community. Positioned on the interstate near the North Carolina border, our county offers prime land, a dedicated workforce, and the natural beauty that makes it easy to call it home.

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Location

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Located in Eastern North Carolina and strategically positioned on the NC/VA border, Northampton County offers the best of both worlds with access to prime land and the southeastern’s main commerce corridor.
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Workforce

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Offering a highly adaptable and reliable workforce to support industry, we have the human capital to keep the engine running.
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Quality of Life

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Tranquility, expansive recreational activities, picturesque lake life, and local charm, Northampton County feeds the life’s soul.
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Education

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North Carolina’s top colleges and community colleges provide a talented and adaptable workforce, with programs aligned to industry needs.

Doing Business Here

A Strong Foundation and Drive for Innovation

As an emerging leader in infrastructure, we understand the importance of speed to market for all industries. Continuing to invest in our community positions business for seamless implementation with advancement opportunities. 

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Discover the Economic Advantages of Establishing Roots in Northampton County

Northampton County boasts a robust economic landscape, with market opportunities for a wide range of industries. Our employment rates have steadily increased, reflecting a thriving job market ready to support new businesses. Join a community where success stories are built every day.

352,640

Acres of prime land

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I-95

Direct access to the Southeast primary transportation artery.

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Miles of Rail

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Talent

Shifting the Workforce Gears

Home to some of the nation’s top performing colleges and universities, North Carolina is the leading choice for talent. Local community colleges are the workforce engines offering diverse and adaptable programs aligned with industry needs. With flexible, transferable and sustainable programs, the local and regional workforce shift every gear for industries.

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Living Here

Rich Soil That Grows Strong Roots

Life in Northampton County is multifaceted, exemplifying peace and tranquility, rich culture, and Southern hospitality. Each of our towns offers a unique unwritten story, all with the same ending; deep roots and a rich love for Northampton County.

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“Roanoke‑Chowan Community College was honored to participate in last fall’s event, and the students’ energy, curiosity, and engagement were truly inspiring. Partnerships like this are vital to building a strong, sustainable talent pipeline for Northampton County and the broader region. At R‑CCC, we remain deeply committed to delivering high‑quality, responsive workforce training that supports today’s employers and aligns with the needs of the businesses and industries we aim to attract. We greatly value our collaboration with Northampton County’s Economic Development team and look forward to continuing our shared work to expand opportunity, strengthen local industry, and help create a more prosperous future for our community.”

-Dr. Murray J. Williams, President

Roanoke-Chowan Community College

“Northampton County Economic Development has been exceptionally supportive in providing resources and partnerships for our new ABC store in Garysburg.  Their team has consistently offered guidance that has helped strengthen our operations and community presence.  I would especially like to recognize Derrick Bennett, whose insight and support have been vital in helping me learn and navigate my role as General Manager of the ABC Board.  We truly value this partnership and we look forward to continued growth and new development in our county- and to being part of it.”

-Mia Nina Turro, General Manager

Northampton County ABC Board

“Setting up our business in Northampton County was a game changer. The supportive community and resources available helped us grow beyond our expectations.”

-Regional Investor

Lowe’s Distribution

“Halifax Community College’s Workforce Development Department truly values its partnership with Northampton County. Northampton County has played a vital role in our efforts to grow and develop programs that meet the needs of its citizens. Our curriculum is driven by local industry, and Northampton County is a major part of why we do this work.”

-Delmus Willis, Director of Workforce

Halifax Community College

“NCCAR’s relationship with Northampton County’s Economic Development team played an integral role in creating our state-of-the-art facility. We needed land—620-acres in fact–to construct a two-mile bi-directional road course, a two-acre vehicle dynamics area, a seven-acre dirt facility, and 3-mile dirt trails for trucks or side by sides. Northampton County not only provided the required real estate and infrastructure to bring our vision to fruition, but also a prime location off I-95.”

-David B. King, Board of Directors

NCCAR

“Setting up our business in Northampton County was a game changer. The supportive community and resources available helped us grow beyond our expectations.”

-Regional Investor

Lowe’s Distribution

“Since the initial days of planning our facility, Northampton County’s Economic Development Team has been a tremendous asset towards achieving our operational goals. The team serves as an important bridge between our operations, local leadership, and the community at large with regards to workforce development projects as well as our overall performance.”

-Chris Brown, Senior Manager Community Relations

Enviva

“Northampton County’s Economic Development team has an unmatched ability to bring workforce partners and employers together for meaningful results. Preparing the younger generation to enter the workforce gives us confidence that we will be in business for years to come.”

-RP Watson, President & CEO

Hampton Farms

“Setting up our business in Northampton County was a game changer. The supportive community and resources available helped us grow beyond our expectations.”

-Regional Investor

Lowe’s Distribution