7 cities
| City | Rank | 2025 Pop. ↓ | 2020 Pop. | Change | Density | Area (mi²) | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Airy | 1 | 10,570 | 10,669 | -0.19% | 902 | 11.71 | City |
| Elkin | 2 | 4,065 | 4,122 | -0.27% | 597 | 6.81 | Town |
| Dobson | 3 | 1,462 | 1,464 | 0% | 719 | 2.03 | Town |
| Pilot Mountain | 4 | 1,427 | 1,437 | -0.14% | 701 | 2.04 | Town |
| Toast | 5 | 1,150 | 1,386 | -1.71% | 762 | 1.51 | CDP |
| White Plains | 6 | 690 | 1,131 | -3.63% | 172 | 4.01 | CDP |
| Lowgap | 7 | 154 | 246 | -6.67% | 135 | 1.14 | CDP |
Mount Airy is the largest city in Surry County, with a population of 10,570.
Lowgap is the smallest city in Surry County.
There are 7 cities in Surry County, North Carolina.