Cost of Living in Surry, VA: What You Need to Know

With a cost of living index of 93, Surry, VA is slightly more affordable than average. Living here is 7% cheaper than the national average and 11% below the Virginia state average of 104. Surry is a small community of 188 residents.

The median household income in Surry is $88,750, which is 18% higher than the national median of $75,149.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Surry. The area sees an average annual temperature of 59.5°F, with summers averaging 77°F and winters around 42°F. Annual rainfall totals 49.7 inches spread over roughly 134 days.

Everyday prices in the Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area are generally below the national average. Out of 6 common items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 6 are priced lower than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.

Everyday Prices in Surry

BLS Average Prices for the Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC (Metropolitan Statistical Area) area

⛽

$2.98

Gasoline (regular)

per gallon

-3% vs US

🥚

$2.43

Eggs (grade A, large)

per dozen

-3% vs US

🥛

$3.91

Milk (whole)

per gallon

-3% vs US

🍞

$1.80

Bread (white)

per lb

-3% vs US

🍗

$4.02

Chicken breast

per lb

-3% vs US

⚡

$0.17

Electricity

per kWh

-12% vs US

Climate in Surry

NOAA 30-year normals (1991-2020)

59.5°F

Avg Temperature

49.7"

Rainfall / Year

134d

Rainy Days / Year

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	50	53	61	71	78	86	90	88	82	72	62	54
Avg °F	40	42	49	59	67	75	79	78	71	61	50	43
Low °F	30	31	37	46	56	64	69	67	61	49	39	33
Rain"	3.7	2.9	3.8	3.6	3.8	4.7	5.6	5.3	5.9	3.9	3.1	3.5

Cost of Living in Surry, VA