Brookhaven

Lincoln County, Mississippi

Population 35K |Median income $51,119 |1 hospital

Population

34,877

Lincoln County

Median Income

$51,119

-25% vs avg

Median Home Value

$155,800

-32% vs avg

Median Age

41.5

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

35K+0%

Median Income

$51,119+40%

Median Home Value

$155,800+84%

Poverty Rate

21.2%-10%

Unemployment

3.2%-58%

Economics

Median Rent

$760/mo

Poverty Rate

21.2% +49% vs avg

Unemployment 3.2%

Bachelor's Degree+ 19.3%

Work From Home 3%

Public Transit 0%

Population

White 67.6%

African American 30%

Two or More Ethnicities 0.6%

Asian 0.5%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

45.3%

Obesity

40.5%

Short Sleep Duration

37.3%

Physical Inactivity

34.9%

Current Smoking

18%

Frequent Mental Distress

17.4%

Diabetes

15.7%

Frequent Physical Distress

15.4%

Binge Drinking

13.5%

Lack of Health Insurance

11.1%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 80.7%

Dental Visit 8.1%

Other Measures

Current Asthma

9.9%

Coronary Heart Disease

7.8%

Stroke

4.6%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

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Average Rating

3/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

KING'S DAUGHTERS MEDICAL CENTER-BROOKHAVEN

BROOKHAVEN · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Brookhaven Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Near Pensacola and Pascagoula

NOAA · 35m ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Waters from Pensacola to Pascagoula Until 7:30 AM CDT

NOAA · 36m ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Louisiana and Mississippi Coastal Waters

NOAA · 6h ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Off Florida and Mississippi Coastline

NOAA · 12h ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Louisiana and Mississippi Coastal Waters Through 7:00 AM CDT

NOAA · 12h ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Mississippi Through 1:00 AM

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Brookhaven, MS? ▼

Brookhaven, MS has a population of 34,877 people, located in Lincoln County, Mississippi.

What is the median household income in Brookhaven? ▼

The median household income in Brookhaven, MS is $51,119 per year. The poverty rate is 21.2%.

What is the median home value in Brookhaven? ▼

The median home value in Brookhaven, MS is $155,800. Median rent is $760/month.

What are the top health concerns in Brookhaven? ▼

The top health indicators in Brookhaven include High Blood Pressure (45.3%), Obesity (40.5%), Short Sleep Duration (37.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Brookhaven? ▼

Brookhaven has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Brookhaven? ▼

The median age in Brookhaven, MS is 41.5 years. 19.3% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Brookhaven, MS is located in Lincoln County, Mississippi. With a population of 35K and a median household income of $51,119, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Brookhaven area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Lincoln County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.