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Mount Airy, NC

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Population
10,682
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,100 ft
Median Home Value
$181,900
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$725/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$40,275
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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Mount Airy in context.

OverallBest places in North CarolinaPopulation rankingHighest population places in North CarolinaNearest larger communityWinston-Salem, North Carolina34 miles away · 257,271 residents.

About Mount Airy

Mount Airy is the most populous city in Surry County, North Carolina, situated in the Piedmont Triad region. Famous as the home of actor Andy Griffith, the community of approximately 10,633 features the Andy Griffith Museum and hosts the annual Mayberry Days festival. Public education is served by the Mount Airy City Schools district.

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Lower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingSmall Town FitA+98.9ratingNearby Hospital Emergency DepartmentsA+98.0rating

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