Brookhaven

Brookhaven, Georgia Overview

With a composite score of 60.4/100 and a A grade, Brookhaven ranks #4 of 20 cities in Georgia. Its strongest showing is in Economy (79/100), while Outdoor Access (8/100) represents its largest gap.

Income & Employment in Brookhaven

Brookhaven’s median household income of $117,448 is 65% above the Georgia median of $71,355, and its 2.6% unemployment rate undercuts the state’s 3.5%. That economic strength is drawing residents — the population grew 1.9% recently.

Safety in Brookhaven

Brookhaven reports 358.9 violent crimes per 100,000, roughly in line with the statewide rate of 368 per 100,000. The property crime rate is 2519.4 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Brookhaven

The median home value is $660,300. Median monthly rent is $1,789. Renters spend 18.3% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline. The price-to-income ratio of 5.6x suggests home buyers face a stretched market.

Health & Wellness in Brookhaven

Brookhaven’s adult obesity rate of 25.5% is below the national average, contributing to stronger health outcomes. The diabetes prevalence rate is 7.9%. Residents average 14.5 poor mental health days per month. Georgia ranks #34 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Brookhaven

Brookhaven has a high school graduation rate of 76%. The student-teacher ratio is 15.1:1. Per-pupil spending is $15,368. The city has 6 public schools serving 4,885 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Brookhaven

Brookhaven enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 62.7°F. Summers average 77.3°F. Winters average 49.6°F. Annual precipitation is 53.2 inches. 25.7% of workers in Brookhaven work from home, well above the national average. The mean commute time is 18.3 minutes, compared to 25 for Georgia overall.

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