Cost of Living in Brookhaven, GA
Population: 57,224 • 2026 Data
$117,448
Median Household Income
+52% vs national
$1,789
Median Monthly Rent
+33% vs national
$660,300
Median Home Value
+95% vs national
3.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Brookhaven
The median home value in Brookhaven, GA is $660,300. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,789, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,936.
Rent-to-income ratio: 18.3%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Brookhaven, GA is $117,448. The unemployment rate stands at 3.6%, with a labor force of 34,542 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.