Find Yourself Here
What You'll Find Here
For Families Building Roots
You're looking for more than just a job. You want a life.
You want your kids to play freely outside. You want a short, stress-free commute that gives you more time at home. You want a home you can truly afford—with space to grow, a yard to enjoy, or even the chance to build something that’s fully yours. You want schools where teachers know your child by name and care about their success. And you want real work-life balance—the kind you actually get to live, not just read about.
What You'll Find Here
For Professionals Building Careers
You're ambitious. You refuse to choose between career and quality of life.
You want a real career with growth potential, not just a job. You want competitive pay that actually goes somewhere instead of disappearing into rent. You want to save money, pay off loans, maybe buy a house before you're 40. You want hiking trails, wine country, live music, and a social scene—without paying San Francisco prices for it.
What You'll Find Here
For Entrepreneurs Building Businesses
You're done with excuses. You're ready to build something real.
You need low overhead so you can invest in growth, not just survive. You need a community that actually supports local businesses, not just talks about it. You need real mentorship, not expensive consultants. You need access to markets without metro costs. You need to build your business without burning out.
By the Numbers
Surry County at a Glance
Residents
and growing
Per Sq Feet
custom home building (vs. $450 in Charlotte)
Minutes Avg Commute
more time living, less time driving
Wineries
within 30 minutes
Minutes to Charlotte
big city access without big city problems
Top School Systems
Surry County, Mount Airy City, Elkin City Schools
Lower Cost of Living
vs. Charlotte, Raleigh & Winston-Salem
Voted Most Friendly City
in the region
Your Next Steps
Ready to Discover What's Possible?
Whether you're ready to move tomorrow or just starting to explore, we're here to help you discover what life in Surry County could look like.
