The Virginia Beach area has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the state as well as the nation.  The national average, now above 10%, is nearly 3.5% points higher than the official jobless rate in Virginia Beach.  The state of Virginia has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the nation as a whole.  This is a great place for those looking for new jobs or to relocate to a fresh economy.  The city itself is built upon many diverse economic pillars.  There is a strong tourism sector as well as a rather large military presence.  These two sectors have helped to boost consumer activity in the area and keep the unemployment numbers low. Read more about Virginia Beach Jobs Report