Surry County, VA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Nationally Distinguished. Exceptional public schools with nationally recognized achievements, near-perfect test scores, and standout college placement. Families benefit from elite education close to home.

Residents

Population
6,552 332.4M (US)
Median Age
50.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$71,458 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
47 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$235,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$525 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$596 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk Metro Area
4
Virginia
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk Metro Area
5
Virginia
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 2 39
Feb 3 2 42
Mar 4 0 49
Apr 3 0 58
May 4 0 67
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 5 0 79
Aug 5 0 77
Sep 5 0 71
Oct 3 0 60
Nov 3 0 51
Dec 3 1 42

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 56% of residents leaning left and 40% leaning right.

Liberal (57%) (41%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 43%
Hillary Clinton 54%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, VA State Senate District 13, VA State House District 82, VA
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Schools

Luther P Jackson Middle
3 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Surry County High
3 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Surry Elem
3 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Jamestown High
10 miles, NE • 4.6 star
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Colleges

William & Mary
14 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Centura College-Newport News
20 miles, E • 1 star
Christopher Newport University
22 miles, SE • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

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Airports

Richmond International Airport
36 miles, N • 2.3 star
Norfolk International Airport
41 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Pitt-Greenville Airport
106 miles, SW • 1 star
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