Living in Surry County, Virginia

Surry County is a county in Virginia with a population of around 6,709, part of the Virginia Beach-Norfolk-Newport News, VA-NC MSA metro area. The main communities are Claremont, Dendron, Surry.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $903/month, below the national average, with a median home price of around $258K. 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 51°F) and hot summers (highs around 84°F). The coast is within 1 hour. Mountains are 1-3 hours away. The area has hurricane risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Surry County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 50 and a predominantly working-class population (21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes competitive.