Brookhaven is a city located in Lincoln County, Mississippi, in the United States. It is situated approximately 55 miles (89 km) south of Jackson, which serves as the state capital.
The city serves as the county seat for Lincoln County. According to the 2020 U.S. census, the population was recorded at 11,674 people. The municipality was named in 1818 by founder Samuel Jayne, who chose the name after the town of Brookhaven, New York.