Bet Shemesh Population 2026
Bet Shemesh has a population of 124,957, making it the #15 biggest city in 🇮🇱 Israel, located in Jerusalem. Roughly 1.3% of Israel's population lives here. It is about 7.8× smaller than Jerusalem, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
124,957
Rank in Israel
#15
Coordinates
31.73°N, 34.99°E
~282 m elevation · Asia/Jerusalem
Other big cities in Jerusalem
| City | Population | Rank in Israel |
|---|---|---|
| Jerusalem | 971,800 | #1 |
| Modiin Ilit | 76,374 | #22 |
| Qiryat HaYovel | 25,000 | #69 |
| Mevasseret Tsiyyon | 24,052 | #74 |
Cities near Bet Shemesh
- Mevasseret Tsiyyon24,052 people · ~17 km away
- Qiryat HaYovel25,000 people · ~17 km away
- Modi‘in Makkabbim Re‘ut93,277 people · ~18 km away
- Jerusalem971,800 people · ~22 km away
- Modiin Ilit76,374 people · ~23 km away
- Ramla76,246 people · ~25 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bet Shemesh?
Bet Shemesh has a population of 124,957 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #15 biggest city in Israel.
What region is Bet Shemesh in?
Bet Shemesh is located in Jerusalem, Israel.
Is Bet Shemesh 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.