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Twin Oaks Business park, rolling hills, blue ridge mountains, beautiful blue skies and lots of clouds over the forest

POTENTIAL NEW RESIDENT

Find your Future in the Foothills

Your Guide to
Living in Surry

Discover everything in one place with our Everyday Elevated Hub, find careers, schools, housing, and real stories from locals. Or want the highlights at a glance? Download our snapshot of life in Surry! 

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Hard at Work

How do rural school districts compete in a global economy? Discover how an innovative workforce partnership connects local students directly to free college credits and paid apprenticeships.

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Livability Surry County

Explore what makes Surry County an exceptional place to live, work, and thrive through our partnership with Livability. From career opportunities and vibrant communities to outdoor adventure and local culture. Start exploring and see why life in Surry County is truly Everyday Elevated.

Celebrating Our Community: Stories That Inspire​

 

 

Beautiful nature, outdoor greenway beside of the river, to walk, run, hike, and bike
People enjoying time on market street, listening to music, drinking beer and wine
Beautiful downtown Elkin, Reeves Theatre, pretty orange lilies
Day of the dead celebration
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Mount Airy, NC: Connected to What Matters

Why I Built My Life and Career in the Mount Airy, NC, Area

Opportunity Awaits: Why You’ll Love Living in Elkin, NC

How Latinx Culture Has Shaped Mount Airy, NC

Dobson, NC: Vineyards Take Over Tobacco Fields

Key Industries in Surry County

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Foothills Young Professionals

Foothills Young Professionals is your backstage pass to business in Surry County, connecting emerging leaders to opportunities for growth, meaningful relationships, and community impact. Through engaging events and conversations, FYP helps young professionals build connections and take the next step in their careers.

Talk to an Ambassador

Want to know more about what it's really like in Surry? Connect directly with people who live and work here. Our ambassadors are ready to share their experiences and answer your questions about life in Surry!

Contact Us

Surry County Economic Development Partnership

484 Howard Woltz Jr. Way, Mount Airy, NC 27030

PO BOX 7128

336.401.9900 I blake@surryedp.com

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