Surry Virginia Map

About Surry, Virginia

Surry is a locality in Surry County, Virginia, United States. It is a small community with a population of 212. The population density is 87.8 people per km². Surry is located at 37.1379°N, 76.8352°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 23883.

Surry, Virginia, rests on the southern bank of the James River, a landscape shaped by the gentle ebb and flow of tides and the patient work of generations. It lies 11.6 miles southwest of Williamsburg, VA (from Williamsburg, VA: bearing 218°T), and is situated 15.6 miles northwest of Smithfield. Here, the land rises subtly from the water's edge, a mosaic of fertile fields and shadowy woodlands where the air hangs thick with the scent of pine and damp earth. Ancient live oaks, their branches gnarled like arthritic fingers, stand sentinel over pastures where cattle graze with a quiet dignity, their coats reflecting the soft, diffused light that filters through the Virginia sky. The roads, often lined with a verdant whisper of trees, meander through this pastoral quietude, leading to isolated homesteads and the scattered clusters of homes that define Surry's gentle sprawl. The history of Surry is as deeply rooted as its oldest trees, a story woven from colonial ambition, agricultural bounty, and the enduring spirit of its people. Once a significant hub for tobacco cultivation, the echoes of that era can still be felt in the weathered barns and the enduring agrarian character of the county. Today, while agriculture remains a cornerstone, Surry has diversified, embracing industries that draw on its strategic location and the skilled hands of its residents. The presence of the Surry Nuclear Power Plant, a modern marvel against the backdrop of ancient landscapes, speaks to the evolving economy, while the nearby Jamestown and Colonial Williamsburg offer tangible links to a past that continues to shape the present, drawing travelers eager to walk in the footsteps of history.

About This Surry Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Surry, Virginia — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 37.137926, -76.835238. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Surry and Surry County.

Detailed location data for Surry includes the ZIP code (23883), telephone area code (804), county seat of Surry County (Surry), and school district assignment (Surry County Public Schools). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Surry is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.