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Fairview Heights is located in the southwest corner of the State of Illinois about 13 miles from St. Louis, Missouri. The population of Fairview Heights is 15,034. Fairview Heights' proximity to St. Louis makes it ideal for manufacturing and retail industries.

This growing community offers all the advantages of a St. Louis Metro location, yet retains small town hospitality and well planned travel routes. Fairview Heights is a local center of retail trade and tourism for all of Southwestern Illinois. St. Clair Square Mall is a shopper's paradise offering a variety of shops and restaurants.

Located just minutes away from Busch Stadium, Edward Jones Dome, Scottrade Center Center, Gateway International Raceway, Fairmont Park Racetrack, and Forest Park, which features The St Louis Zoo, The Science Center and the Missouri History Museum. Our residents and visitors also enjoy the St Louis professional sports teams, which include the St Louis Cardinals, The St. Louis Rams, and The St. Louis Blues. 

The city has dramatically changed from what was once productive farmland into a thriving community. The high standard of living is maintained by dedicated and interested residents who enjoy the quality of their municipal services. The high school resident students attend was recently voted one of the best in the state.

After its incorporation in October of 1969, the city has formed a government that works for the betterment of both individuals and businesses. Additional programs and services designed to meet the needs of the public, along with several advisory boards and volunteer groups all contribute to the desirability of the city as a place to live, work and shop.

St. Clair Square is known for its shops and restaurants
A growing community, Fairview Heights offers all the advantages of a St. Louis Metro location, yet retains small town hospitality and well planned travel routes. Fairview Heights is a local center of retail trade and tourism for all of Southwestern Illinois. St. Clair Square Mall is a shopper's paradise offering a variety of shops and restaurants. The Metrolink provides fast, reliable and inexpensive transportation to and from downtown St. Louis and Lambert International Airport.