Living in Surry County, North Carolina

Surry County is a county in North Carolina with a population of around 72,743. The main communities are Mount Airy, Dobson, Pilot Mountain.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $628/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $212K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.9%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 49°F) and warm summers (highs around 81°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Surry County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 44 and a predominantly working-class population (18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.