At the start of 2025, Israel’s population reached 10 million, according to data from the Central Bureau of Statistics. This marks significant growth from the 600,000 residents recorded when the nation was founded in 1948.

The Jewish population stands at approximately 7.7 million, making up 76.9% of the total, with nearly half of the global Jewish population now residing in Israel.

Arab citizens total about 2.1 million, comprising 21% of the population, while 2%—around 210,000 individuals—are classified as “other,” including non-Arab Christian minorities and those not affiliated with a specific religion, such as family members of Jewish immigrants from former Soviet states.

Israel’s population grew by 1.1% in 2024, a rate above most developed economies but lower than the 1.6% growth seen in 2023. The slower growth was attributed to an increase in emigration, with 82,700 Israelis leaving the country in 2024, compared to 55,400 the previous year and a decade-long annual average of about 37,000.

Socioeconomic and security challenges, particularly related to the war against Iranian-backed groups such as Hamas and Hezbollah, were cited as factors in the higher emigration rate.

Emigrants primarily came from wealthier central districts, though 28% hailed from northern regions and 15% from the south, areas significantly impacted by the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack. Despite this, natural population growth remained robust, with 112,000 new residents due to a high birthrate. In 2024, 181,000 babies were born, with 76% to Jewish mothers and 24% to Arab mothers.

Israel welcomed 35,000 Jewish immigrants in 2024. The Jewish Agency highlighted the strong bond between Israel and global Jewish communities, with a notable increase in immigration applications following the October 7 attack and rising antisemitism worldwide.

Reports showed a sharp rise in aliyah applications, including a 300% increase from France, 150% from Canada, 100% from the United States, and 40% from the United Kingdom.