Today, let's delve into the diverse demographic landscape of Israel. We'll explore the unique composition and characteristics of the Israeli population, shedding light on the cultural and ethnic tapestry that defines this dynamic nation.
What is the population of Israel?
Currently, the population of Israel is about 9.166,000 people.
Population of Israel: 2022-2023
In 2022, Israel's population reached 9,038,309, reflecting a growth of 1.55% compared to the previous year. As of 2023, the population of Israel stands at 9,174,520, indicating a 1.51% rise from the figures reported in 2022.
Israel population by religion
According to the classification system of Israel's Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS), around 73.8% of the population identifies as Jewish, 18% as Muslim, 1.9% as Christian, and 1.6% as Druze.
Israel Jewish population
Jews constitute the majority at 73.5%, equivalent to approximately 7.145 million individuals.
Israel Muslim population
Islam is the second-largest religion in Israel, representing approximately 18% of the population, totaling 1.707 million individuals.
Israel Christian population
The religious composition of the Israeli population is 1.9% Christian.
Israel population by ethnicity
The majority in Israel comprises Jews, constituting 73.5% or approximately 7.145 million individuals. The Arab community, representing various religions excluding Judaism, makes up 21%, totaling around 2.048 million. Additionally, 5.5%, roughly 534,000 individuals, fall under the category of "others."
Israel Haredi population
The ultra-Orthodox population in Israel has increased to 1.28 million, constituting 13.5% of the total national population of 9.45 million.
Arab population in Israel
The Arab community, encompassing diverse religions excluding Judaism, makes up 21%, equivalent to approximately 2.048 million individuals.
Palestinian population in Israel
Following the conflict, approximately 150,000 Palestinians stayed within the borders that were internationally recognized as Israel. Presently, there are around 1.6 million Palestinian citizens in Israel, constituting approximately 20% of the total population.
Israel population: density
The population density in Israel stands at 424 individuals per square kilometer or 1,098 people per square mile.
Israel population: growth rate
Israel's population is growing at 1.6 percent per year.
