Brookhaven is a city located in Lincoln County, in the state of Mississippi (MS), United States. Nestled in the East South Central division of the South region, it covers an area of 7.3 square miles (19.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 487 ft. With a population of approximately 9,861 residents, Brookhaven offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 45.13% males and 54.87% females, and it has a population density of 345.29 people per square mile (519.42/km²). Brookhaven lies at a latitude of 31.58 and a longitude of -90.44, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (10.3%), followed by English (5.5%), German (3.1%), and Scotch-Irish (2.7%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 39601.