A place to build a life.

We’ve got a small town feel with big city fun.

LIVE

  • A cost of living 21% below the national average

  • Tax advantages versus neighboring states

  • Public and private educational options from Pre-K through Master’s degrees

  • A major hospital and healthcare facility HQ

WORK

  • Major employers close to home in the healthcare, banking, and manufacturing industries

  • Leading regional employers like Nucor Steel, Bellisio Foods, and General Mills under 30 minutes away

  • Upskilling and training through in-demand career technical certificates and college majors

  • Excellent work-life balance

PLAY

  • The Ohio Valley’s only professional symphony

  • A state-of-the-art indoor sports facility

  • Mountain bike trail system

  • World-class hunting opportunities

Location

Location

We’re far enough from big cities to avoid ridiculous home prices, traffic, and non-stop construction, but still close enough to enjoy easy day trips to larger cities or catch a flight from an international airport.

US-35 cuts through the heart of Gallia County, connecting easily to Charleston, Huntington, Columbus, and Cincinnati.

  • Huntington, WV — 45 minutes

  • Charleston, WV — 1 hour

  • Columbus, OH — 1 hour 30 minutes

  • Cincinnati, OH — 2 hours

Come build a great life here.

STORIES
Gallia County’s Raccoon Creek Named State Scenic River 
Gallia County’s Raccoon Creek Named State Scenic River 

“As we designate Raccoon Creek as a state scenic river today, we are celebrating the health of this waterway while capping off a true comeback story,” said Governor DeWine. “Once considered 'nearly lifeless,' Raccoon Creek is now home to more than 90 species of fish and serves as an example of what we can achieve when water quality is prioritized at the state, local, and federal levels.”

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Gallipolis in Lights: A Radiant Tradition in a Community You Could Call Home!
Gallipolis in Lights: A Radiant Tradition in a Community You Could Call Home!

Gallipolis in Lights has become a signature holiday event in the Ohio Valley, attracting tens of thousands of visitors annually to experience its dazzling displays. Hosted in the historic Gallipolis City Park overlooking the Ohio River, this event is a testament to community spirit and creativity, offering a magical experience for all ages.

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Gallia County Tax Abatement Program Ready to Begin Accepting Applications on December 2 for Commercial, Industrial, and Residential Projects
Gallia County Tax Abatement Program Ready to Begin Accepting Applications on December 2 for Commercial, Industrial, and Residential Projects

The Gallia County Commissioners today announced that the County will begin accepting applications for the recently-passed Community Reinvestment Area (CRA) tax abatement program on Monday, December 2, 2024. This program will be available to commercial, industrial, and residential property owners throughout all unincorporated areas of the County.

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Ariel Wins Historic Theatre of the Year Award
Ariel Wins Historic Theatre of the Year Award

This year’s award for the Historic Theatre of the Year Award was presented to the Ariel-Ann Carson Dater Performing Arts Centre in Gallipolis.

The Historic Theatre of the Year Award is presented to the historic theatre, opera house or cinema which most embodies the spirit of historic preservation.

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