Brookhaven, GA Local Data & Statistics

State: GA

Total population: 57,855 Household income: $117,663 Rent: $1,882

Overview

Total population

57,855

Rent

$1,882

Year built

1994

Household income

$117,663

Per capita income

$74,759

Poverty rate

10.3%

Unemployment rate

2.3%

Household size

2.4 persons

Rent over 30% of income

45.1%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State

Georgia

Total population

57,855

Adults over 25

39,655

Total households

24,271

Household size

2.4 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Income & Poverty

Household income

$117,663

Per capita income

$74,759

Poverty rate

10.3%

Unemployment rate

2.3%

Rent over 30% of income

45.1%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Housing

Rent

$1,882

Year built

1994

Households that rent

47.4%

Households that own

52.6%

Rooms per home (all homes)

5.1

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Race

White

54.6%

Black

14.4%

Asian

7.4%

Two or more races

15.1%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino

21%

Not Hispanic or Latino

79%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Commute

Commute rate

70.5%

Commute time to work

25 mins

Work from home

29.5%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Education

Less than high school

15.3%

High school graduate or GED

8.3%

Some college or associate degree

5.5%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

70.9%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Comparison of Brookhaven, GA with: Georgia United States

Brookhaven, GA

Total population57,855

Rent$1,882

Year built1994

Household income$117,663

Per capita income$74,759

Poverty rate10.3%

Unemployment rate2.3%

Georgia State

Total population10,940,407

Rent$1,393

Year built1992

Household income$77,353

Per capita income$40,924

Poverty rate13.4%

Unemployment rate3.5%

United States

Total population334,922,499

Rent$1,413

Year built1980

Household income$80,734

Per capita income$44,673

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate4%

Metric	CityBrookhaven, GA	StateGeorgia	CountryUnited States
Total population	57,855	10,940,407	334,922,499
Rent	$1,882	$1,393	$1,413
Year built	1994	1992	1980
Household income	$117,663	$77,353	$80,734
Per capita income	$74,759	$40,924	$44,673
Poverty rate	10.3%	13.4%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	2.3%	3.5%	4%

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Summary for Brookhaven, GA

Brookhaven is located in Georgia.

Rent & Income

In Brookhaven, the typical monthly rent is $1,882 and the typical household income is $117,663. Rent here is higher than in both Georgia and the U.S., and household income is also higher than in both. The estimated poverty rate is 10.3%, which is lower than in both Georgia and national.

Housing & Affordability

Renters make up about 47.4% of households, indicating a relatively balanced mix of renters and owners. About 45.1% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is very high, with about 70.9% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The local unemployment rate is 2.3%, which is lower than both Georgia and the national rate.

Brookhaven, GA — Rent vs Household Income

Brookhaven, GA — Poverty vs Unemployment

How Brookhaven, GA compares in Georgia (16 places)

Metric	This place	Rank	Starts from	Statewide range
Rent	$1,882	14 / 16	from lower rent	$931 – $2,257
Household income	$117,663	5 / 16	from higher income	$45,925 – $160,093
Poverty rate	10.3%	7 / 16	from lower poverty	4.2% – 27.5%
Unemployment rate	2.3%	1 / 16	from lower unemployment	2.3% – 4.8%

Rankings are calculated among cities and communities in Georgia with total population > 50,000 (year 2024).

Detailed Ranking Explanation for Brookhaven, GA

Rent

When it comes to rent costs, Brookhaven places 14th among 16 large places in Georgia. Across the state, rents run from $931 in Albany, GA up to $2,257 in Johns Creek, GA.

Household income

Brookhaven ranks 5th among 16 large places for typical household income. Statewide values run from $45,925 in Valdosta, GA to $160,093 in Johns Creek, GA.

Poverty rate

Brookhaven places 7th out of 16 large communities for poverty. Statewide figures move from 4.2% in Johns Creek, GA up to 27.5% in Albany, GA.

Unemployment rate

For unemployment, Brookhaven ranks 1st out of 16 large places. Across Georgia, unemployment ranges from 2.3% in Brookhaven, GA to 4.8% in Albany, GA.

💰 Rent in Brookhaven, GA (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,882 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in Brookhaven, GA

Annual Household Income: $117,663

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in Brookhaven, GA

Estimated Rate: 10.3%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in Brookhaven, GA

In Brookhaven, GA, households that rent: 11,503 (47.4%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	11,503	47.4%
Owner-Occupied	12,768	52.6%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in Brookhaven, GA

In Brookhaven, GA, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 5,192 (45.1%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	5,192	45.1%
Other renter households	6,311	54.9%
Total renter households	11,503	100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in Brookhaven, GA

Less than High School: 6,071 people (15.3%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 3,278 people (8.3%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 2,198 people (5.5%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 28,108 people (70.9%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 39,655

📊 Unemployment Rate in Brookhaven, GA

Estimated Rate: 2.3%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.