Eilat Population 2026
Eilat has a population of 52,299, making it the #32 biggest city in 🇮🇱 Israel, located in Southern District. Roughly 0.5% of Israel's population lives here. It is about 19× smaller than Jerusalem, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
52,299
Rank in Israel
#32
Coordinates
29.56°N, 34.95°E
~63 m elevation · Asia/Jerusalem
Other big cities in Southern District
Cities near Eilat
FAQ
What is the population of Eilat?
Eilat has a population of 52,299 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #32 biggest city in Israel.
What region is Eilat in?
Eilat is located in Southern District, Israel.
Is Eilat 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.