Brookhaven is home to roughly 11,656 residents. Brookhaven was founded in 1818 and sits in Lincoln County. The median age is 42.6 and the median household income is $36,269. Homes carry a median value of $111,500, and about 55% of residents own where they live. Black residents make up the largest share of the population (53.9%). Around 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the typical commute runs about 18 minutes.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (5-year).
Source: Dru Sjodin National Sex Offender Public Website (NSOPW) and state registries. Public record. This information is provided for public awareness. Using it to harass, threaten, or discriminate against any registrant, or for any purpose prohibited by law, is illegal. Verify against the official registry record before relying on it.
Common questions
Brookhaven — frequently asked
What is the population of Brookhaven, Mississippi?
Brookhaven has a population of about 11,656, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (5-year).
What is the average home value in Brookhaven?
The median home value in Brookhaven is $111,500, and the median gross rent is $736/month (U.S. Census ACS).
Is Brookhaven safe? What is the crime rate?
Brookhaven Police Department reported a violent-crime rate of about 293 per 100,000 residents in 2023 — lower than the U.S. rate of 386. Source: FBI UCR/NIBRS.
What natural-disaster risks does Brookhaven face?
FEMA's National Risk Index rates Lincoln County as "Relatively Low" overall, with top hazards including heat wave, lightning, strong wind.
How many schools are in Brookhaven?
Brookhaven has 11 public schools (2 elementary, 2 middle, 3 high). Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, NCES.
How many registered sex offenders are in Brookhaven?
Public registry data lists 3 registered sex offenders in or near Brookhaven. This is neighborhood-safety information from the public state registry.