Is Brookhaven Expensive?

Atlanta, United States

+5% vs Atlanta avg

Living in Brookhaven, Atlanta

Brookhaven is a moderately-priced area within Atlanta, with a cost of living index of 66.4 — that is +5% compared to the Atlanta average. It sits around the middle of the pack at #10 out of 30 neighborhoods. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around $1,732/month, compared to a range of $1,188 in Kennesaw to $2,228 in Buckhead.

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Brookhaven, housing takes up roughly 47% of monthly expenses. Food and groceries account for about 15%, while transportation costs around 8%. To live comfortably here — meaning rent stays at or below 30% of gross income — you would need an annual salary of approximately $69,300 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Brookhaven

Salaries in Brookhaven reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 66.4:

After tax and deductions of 25.2% in United States, take-home pay for someone earning $69,300 would be roughly $51,836/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

66.4
COLI Index
1.05x
vs City Avg
$1,732
Est. 1BR Rent
#10
of 30 Areas
25.2%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Brookhaven

Estimated annual deductions on a $49,800 salary in Brookhaven, Atlanta (local employee).

Income Tax
12%
Social Security + Medicare (FICA)
7.6%
State Income Tax (GA)
5.49%
Total Deductions: 25.2%
Est. Take-Home: $37,247/yr

Rates shown are for a local employee. Use the salary converter for expat calculations.

Salary Equivalents

What a $75,000 USD salary in Brookhaven would need to be elsewhere:

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $49,800
London GBP £42,857
Dubai AED AED 249,189

Other Neighborhoods in Atlanta

Neighborhood COLI Multiplier vs Avg
Buckhead 85.3 1.35x +35%
Midtown 79.0 1.25x +25%
Ansley Park 77.1 1.22x +22%
Virginia-Highland 74.6 1.18x +18%
Inman Park 72.7 1.15x +15%

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Similar Neighborhoods Worldwide

Neighborhoods with a similar cost of living to Brookhaven:

Au, Munich Navigli, Milan Northeast (NE), Minneapolis St. Paul (Summit Hill), Minneapolis Midtown, Houston Rice Village, Houston

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brookhaven expensive in Atlanta?

Brookhaven is near the city average for Atlanta. Costs are about +5% vs the average, making it a mid-range neighborhood.

How does Brookhaven compare to the Atlanta average?

The cost of living in Brookhaven is above the Atlanta average. With a multiplier of 1.05x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are +5% compared to the city baseline.

Data Sources: Cost of living indices based on crowd-sourced price data and official statistics. Tax calculations follow 2026 rates. Sources include U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · U.S. Census Bureau · OECD Better Life Index. Figures are estimates and may vary based on individual circumstances.