Dimona Population 2026
Dimona has a population of 36,192, making it the #51 biggest city in 🇮🇱 Israel, located in Southern District. Roughly 0.4% of Israel's population lives here. It is about 27× smaller than Jerusalem, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
36,192
Rank in Israel
#51
Coordinates
31.07°N, 35.03°E
~551 m elevation · Asia/Jerusalem
Other big cities in Southern District
Cities near Dimona
FAQ
What is the population of Dimona?
Dimona has a population of 36,192 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #51 biggest city in Israel.
What region is Dimona in?
Dimona is located in Southern District, Israel.
Is Dimona 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.