Fairview Heights, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
16,255 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
32.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$77,960 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$166,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$595 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,008 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
58.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

St. Clair County
5
St. Louis Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

St. Clair County
5
St. Louis Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 4 31
Feb 2 3 35
Mar 3 1 45
Apr 4 0 55
May 5 0 66
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 3 0 76
Sep 3 0 69
Oct 3 0 57
Nov 4 0 46
Dec 3 3 34

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 52% of residents leaning left and 44% leaning right.

Liberal (53%) (44%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 46%
Hillary Clinton 49%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 13, IL State Senate District 56, IL State House District 112, IL
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Schools

Grant Middle School
<1 miles, W • 1.4 star
Illini Elem School
2 miles, N • 1.4 star
Berean Christian School
2 miles, S • 1 star
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Colleges

Southwestern Illinois College
7 miles, S • 1.4 star
McKendree University
10 miles, E • 2.8 star
Lutheran School of Nursing
12 miles, W • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Memorial Hospital
3 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Hshs St Elizabeth's Hospital
4 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Memorial Hospital East
6 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Touchette Regional Hospital Inc
6 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Airports

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
88 miles, NE • 1 star
Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
98 miles, S • 1 star
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