Fairview Heights Population 2026
Fairview Heights has a population of 16,827, making it the #2785 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Illinois. It is about 523× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,827
Rank in United States
#2785
Coordinates
38.59°N, 89.99°W
~178 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,123 km
697 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Illinois
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago | 2,664,452 | #3 |
| Aurora | 200,661 | #125 |
| Rockford | 148,278 | #184 |
| Joliet | 147,861 | #186 |
| Naperville | 147,100 | #190 |
| Peoria | 115,070 | #259 |
| Springfield | 114,394 | #262 |
| North Peoria | 113,004 | #266 |
Cities near Fairview Heights
- O'Fallon29,002 people · ~7 km away
- Belleville42,034 people · ~8 km away
- Collinsville24,754 people · ~9 km away
- East Saint Louis27,006 people · ~15 km away
- St. Louis279,695 people · ~19 km away
- Granite City29,054 people · ~19 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Fairview Heights?
Fairview Heights has a population of 16,827 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2785 biggest city in United States.
What state is Fairview Heights in?
Fairview Heights is located in Illinois, United States.
Is Fairview Heights the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,123 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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