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Brookhaven, MS

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Population
11,646
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
492 ft
Median Home Value
$121,900
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$740/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$36,685
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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Brookhaven in context.

OverallBest places in MississippiPopulation rankingHighest population places in MississippiNearest larger communityPearl, Mississippi52 miles away · 28,864 residents.

About Brookhaven

Brookhaven is a city and the county seat of Lincoln County, Mississippi, located fifty-five miles south of Jackson. Founded in 1818 by Samuel Jayne on former Choctaw territory and featuring the Moorish Revival Temple B'nai Shalom, the community of approximately 11,650 is served by the Brookhaven School District for public primary and secondary education.

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Lower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingSmall Town FitA+98.7ratingNearby Hospital Emergency DepartmentsA+98.4rating

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