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

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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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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

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

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Living Here

Enjoy small-town charm, mountain views, and a welcoming community that feels like home.

Working Here

Find opportunity in a place where innovation, craftsmanship, and community thrive.

Education

Learn and grow through strong schools, colleges, and workforce programs built for success.

Key Industries

Manufacturing leads the way, supported by thriving healthcare, construction, infrastructure, and more.

Key Industries in Surry County

Manufacturing

Surry County’s strong manufacturing base drives the local economy, producing everything from advanced components to consumer goods.

Healthcare

Our growing healthcare sector offers high-quality services and stable employment across the region. Healthcare continues to expand to meet the needs of our thriving communities.

Construction

Construction and skilled trades play a key role in Surry County’s growth and infrastructure development. Our major employers support residential, commercial, and industrial projects across the region.

Infrastructure

Surry County invests in the systems that connect our communities—transportation, utilities, and communications. Our major employers ensure the region’s infrastructure remains strong and ready for future growth.

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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!

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