Palestine
- Capital:
- Ramallah
- Continent:
- Asia
- Region(s):
- Western Asia, The Middle East
- Largest Cities:
- Gaza, Jerusalem, Khan Yunis
- Abbreviation:
- PSE
5,692,790
As of Jan 1, 2026 - Source
5,692,790
As of Jan 1, 2026 - Source
Palestine's population is projected to be 11,445,783 by 2097.
Historical
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| Year ↓ | Population | Change | Pop. Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5,692,790 | 1.88% | 119 |
| 2025 | 5,589,623 | 1.97% | 120 |
| 2020 | 5,069,692 | 2.26% | 122 |
| 2019 | 4,957,768 | 2.21% | 123 |
| 2018 | 4,850,592 | 2.27% | 125 |
| 2017 | 4,742,743 | 2.38% | 125 |
| 2015 | 4,521,565 | 2.4% | 125 |
| 2010 | 4,016,916 | 2.46% | 126 |
| 2005 | 3,557,401 | 2.45% | 129 |
| 2000 | 3,151,793 | 3.64% | 131 |
| Year ↑ | Population | Change | Pop. Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5,692,790 | 1.88% | 119 |
| 2032 | 6,344,203 | 1.81% | 117 |
| 2037 | 6,929,337 | 1.78% | 114 |
| 2042 | 7,536,230 | 1.69% | 113 |
| 2047 | 8,123,738 | 1.51% | 112 |
| 2052 | 8,664,150 | 1.3% | 111 |
| 2057 | 9,153,093 | 1.1% | 106 |
| 2062 | 9,618,605 | 1% | 103 |
| 2067 | 10,048,046 | 0.88% | 102 |
| 2072 | 10,435,776 | 0.76% | 100 |
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Gaza has a metropolitan area population of 801,829, comprising 14.08%% of Palestine's total population.
| Rank | City | 2026 Pop. ↓ | % of National Pop. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gaza | 801,829 | 14.08% |
| 2 | Jerusalem | 343,031 | 6.03% |
| 3 | Khan Yunis | 326,075 | 5.73% |
| 4 | Jabalia | 290,479 | 5.1% |
| 5 | Rafah | 270,057 | 4.74% |
| 6 | Hebron | 242,668 | 4.26% |
| 7 | Nablus | 190,973 | 3.35% |
| 8 | Beit Lahia | 121,124 | 2.13% |
| 9 | Nuseirat | 112,485 | 1.98% |
| 10 | Deir al-Balah | 107,501 | 1.89% |
As of 2026, Palestine has a total population of 5,692,790, ranking as the 119th most populous nation in the world.
Palestine has a net population change of approximately 296 people per day, driven by 396 births, 45 deaths, and net emigration of 55 people.
Palestine represents 0.07% of the total global population and 0.11% of Asia's population.
Palestine has a population density of 945.6 people per km² (approximately 2449.2 per mi²), making it the 12th most densely populated country in the world.
Currently, 70.89% of the population resides in urban areas, a figure that is increasing annually.
*Rates last updated: June 16, 2026