Rockingham County, VA is a great place to live and work. According to its BestPlaces rankings, it is one of the top counties in Virginia in terms of quality of life and safety. It has a low unemployment rate of only 3.8%, which shows that there are plenty of job opportunities available for residents. The county also ranks highly in terms of education, with four schools in the University of Virginia's College at Wise providing excellent education opportunities for children and adults alike. Additionally, the cost of living index is reported to be 8% lower than the national average. With such high rankings in safety, education and cost of living, Rockingham County is an ideal place to settle down and call home.
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