Live where your dollar goes farther.

The cost of living in Martinsville-Henry County, Virginia is very low. According to the ACCRA Cost of Living index, Martinsville’s composite index score is 89.2 (national average = 100).

See how Martinsville-Henry County stacks up against the National Average comparison* for specific consumer categories.

*Source: ACCRA Cost of Living Index – 2023 Annual Data

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Martinsville-Henry County offers an outstanding quality of life with small-town charm and modern amenities. Residents enjoy affordable living, excellent healthcare, and strong educational opportunities that support workforce credentials and advanced training. With a growing economy and high-quality, good-paying jobs in industries like manufacturing, healthcare, and technology, MHC is where opportunity and lifestyle come together.
Numerous Job Openings
Numerous Job Openings

As a hub for advanced manufacturing, our employers offer high-quality job opportunities that combine cutting-edge technology with competitive wages.

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Continuous Education
Continuous Education

Learning is a lifelong journey. From K-12 to higher education and workforce credentials, learn more about our educational resources.

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Quality of Life
Quality of Life

Martinsville-Henry County offers an exceptional quality of life with a perfect balance of small-town charm and modern amenities.

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Housing

With a wide variety of housing options and prices 27% below the national average, Martinsville-Henry County is the perfect place for you to purchase your next home. The median sales price of a home in our region is $196,500 (Oct 2024), and there is a wide variety of types and sizes to choose from.

Enjoy our lower annual real estate tax too.

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Healthcare

We take your health seriously and have the medical infrastructure to see that you receive the best care. Learn more about our facilities.

Retirement

King’s Grant gives the opportunity to become a part of one of Henry County’s largest families. They can help you enjoy a lifestyle full of new and exciting opportunities.

As a Life Plan Community, King’s Grant residents enjoy active and independent lifestyles, knowing that access to other levels of care is available should the need arise. This means you continue to be a part of the community you’ve grown to love.

Southern Area Agency on Aging (SAAA) provides services and resources to promote the health, quality of life, and independence of seniors, individuals with disabilities, and their caregivers.

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With the perfect blend of small town charm, afforable living, and picturesque outdoors, we think you’ll love Martinsville-Henry County, Virginia. Contact our staff to learn more about our vibrant community and request a relocation guide today. 

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