Brookhaven Population 2026
Brookhaven has a population of 51,910, making it the #832 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Georgia. It is about 170× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
51,910
Rank in United States
#832
Coordinates
33.86°N, 84.34°W
~298 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
860 km
534 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Georgia
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | 510,823 | #36 |
| Columbus | 206,922 | #115 |
| Savannah | 147,780 | #187 |
| Athens | 127,315 | #228 |
| South Fulton | 107,436 | #295 |
| Sandy Springs | 105,330 | #300 |
| Roswell | 94,501 | #353 |
| Macon | 91,351 | #374 |
Cities near Brookhaven
- Chamblee28,244 people · ~5 km away
- Sandy Springs105,330 people · ~8 km away
- Dunwoody48,733 people · ~10 km away
- Atlanta510,823 people · ~13 km away
- Smyrna56,146 people · ~16 km away
- Peachtree Corners40,978 people · ~17 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Brookhaven?
Brookhaven has a population of 51,910 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #832 biggest city in United States.
What state is Brookhaven in?
Brookhaven is located in Georgia, United States.
Is Brookhaven the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 860 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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