Fair Grove is located about 14 miles north of Springfield on Highway 65. The 2000 census counted 1,107 citizens. MODOT reports work will begin on a four lane Highway 65 south to Springfield, connecting with 4 lanes south to Branson in 2007. Consistent growth is the plan for the inhabitants that are proud of 1883 Wommack Mill, school, park, and small town style of living with a sense of community. There are 9 subdivisions underway in the city limits. All city streets are paved and the newer subdivisions have curbs, gutters and sidewalks. The citizens passed a revenue bond issue in 2005 to expand the sewer system in planning for future growth. Fair Grove City Water has been established since 1968 and has 2 wells and 2 storage tanks. Water is chlorinated and tested as per DNR regulations. There are around 500 single-family homes, and several multi family buildings and duplexes. A Senior Citizen's Housing provides 1-bedroom apartments for 20. There are 43 businesses, including the historic district. These businesses consist of 4 banks, a supermarket, pharmacy, 2 farm stores, Dollar General, convenience store, and an auto parts store as well as many others. A recycling center opens 4 hours on Saturdays. Nine churches reside within the city limits.

The 3.131 square miles of city operates with an alderman-based government. Mayor Brian Thompson and 6 aldermen (2 aldermen representing each of the 3 wards) meet twice a month. A 39-acre city park in the center of town was purchased by the Park Department with plans to develop a hiking trail, soccer fields, baseball diamonds and a community building. A rambling creek runs through the center of the parkland. There is a part of the recreational area already established next to City Hall and the library with a sand volleyball court, basketball court, public restrooms, a toddler playground area and another playground for older children. The library was completed in 2000 and holds over 6,000 books.

Fair Grove has PAT (Parents As Teachers) and Head Start programs. Fair Grove R-10 School District is a K-12 school district located at 132 N. Main Street in Fair Grove. The school district is again for the ninth year out of 10 and for the last four years Accredited with Distinction in Performance. This is the highest accreditation awarded by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. The school enrollment is 1,140 students in the learning centers: grades K-5, 6-8, and 9-12. In addition to the basic courses, instruction is provided through classes of remediation, special needs, enrichment, college preparatory, advanced, vocational courses, area vocational school, dual credit and distant learning courses with nearby universities. This district far exceeds the educational opportunities required by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.