Beersheba Population 2026
Beersheba has a population of 186,600, making it the #10 biggest city in 🇮🇱 Israel, located in Southern District. Roughly 1.9% of Israel's population lives here. It is about 5.2× smaller than Jerusalem, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
186,600
Rank in Israel
#10
Coordinates
31.25°N, 34.79°E
~285 m elevation · Asia/Jerusalem
Other big cities in Southern District
Cities near Beersheba
FAQ
What is the population of Beersheba?
Beersheba has a population of 186,600 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #10 biggest city in Israel.
What region is Beersheba in?
Beersheba is located in Southern District, Israel.
Is Beersheba the capital of Israel?
No, the capital of Israel is Jerusalem.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.