Surry County, Virginia

Surry County
Surry County
U.S. county
	Location within the U.S. state of Virginia
	Virginia's location within the U.S.
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Country	United States ;
State	Virginia
Founded	1652
Named for	Surrey, England
Seat	Surry
Area
• Total	310 sq mi (800 km2)
• Land	279 sq mi (720 km2)
• Water	31 sq mi (80 km2)
Population (2020)
• Total	6,561
• Density	23.5/sq mi (9.1/km2)
Website	[[1] www.surrycountyva.gov/%20www.surrycountyva.gov]]

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Surry County is a county located in the Commonwealth of Virginia. As of the 2020 census, the population was 6,561. Its county seat is Surry.

History[edit | edit source]

Surry County was formed in 1652 from a portion of James City County. It was named after the county of Surrey in England. The county has a rich history, including its role in the early colonial period and its involvement in the American Civil War.

Geography[edit | edit source]

According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 310 square miles (800 km²), of which 279 square miles (720 km²) is land and 31 square miles (80 km²) (10.0%) is water. The county is located in the southeastern part of the state, along the James River.

Demographics[edit | edit source]

As of the 2020 census, there were 6,561 people, 2,678 households, and 1,850 families residing in the county. The population density was 23.5 people per square mile (9.1/km²).

Government and Politics[edit | edit source]

Surry County is governed by a Board of Supervisors, which is elected by the residents. The county is part of Virginia's 4th congressional district.

Economy[edit | edit source]

The economy of Surry County is primarily based on agriculture, forestry, and tourism. The county is known for its ham production, which is a significant part of its agricultural output.