Surry, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Surry is a small town in Virginia with a population of 188. Residents earn $88,750 per year, which is 18% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
188 Population 227/sq mi density
$88,750 Median Income $43,188 per capita
$231,800 Home Value $300,598 Zillow
60°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$88,750 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$231,800 home value
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
40.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,750
18% higher than US avg
Home Value $231,800
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.1%
19% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

How Surry Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population188
Median Age61.7 yrs
Density227/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Veterans19.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$88,750
Per Capita$43,188
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty0.5%
County GDP$1,485M
Commute51 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$231,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$300,598

Health

Obesity37.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain51.2 in/yr
Elevation122 ft (37 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.1%
High School+92.0%
School Score5.22

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 49%
Commute51 min
Broadband86.0%
Libraries2

Is Surry a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Surry receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Surry stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Surry is $88,750, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 51 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Surry is $231,800, 18% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Surry enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Surry has a population of 188 with a density of 227 people per square mile. The median age is 61.7 years, 59% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75%), with 19.7% Black.

Population

188
Total Population
227
People / sq mi
61.7yrs
Median Age
59% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.3%
Female 44.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Surry vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Surry vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Surry is $88,750, which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 51 minutes.

Income: Surry vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,750
18% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,188
Avg Weekly Wage$1,907
IRS Avg AGI$62,763

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg
Establishments (County)148
County GDP$1,485M

Business (County)

Restaurants5
Healthcare4
Retail13
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,600
26% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time50.7 min
Drive Alone92.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Surry is $231,800, 18% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $300,598.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$231,800
18% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$300,598

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$905
1 Bedroom$920
2 Bedrooms$1,039
3 Bedrooms$1,445
4 Bedrooms$1,743

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,600
26% below US avg
Effective Rate1.12%
In Surry, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.2% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Surry vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure35.0%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.3%
Checkup Rate76.9%
Premature Death9,578/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access10.0%
Healthcare Facilities4
Surry has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.7°F
11% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.2 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation122 ft (37 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density227/sq mi
Coordinates37.1371°N, 76.8333°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS51181
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 40.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 0.7-point margin. 86.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.8%
D 49.1%

Winner: Republican by 0.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.1%
19% above US avg
High School+92.0%
School Test Score5.22
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density227/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants5
Retail Stores13

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute50.7 min
Drive Alone92.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

Compare Surry with another city: