Kiryat Gat Population 2026
Kiryat Gat has a population of 61,817, making it the #27 biggest city in 🇮🇱 Israel, located in Southern District. Roughly 0.6% of Israel's population lives here. It is about 16× smaller than Jerusalem, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
61,817
Rank in Israel
#27
Coordinates
31.61°N, 34.76°E
~133 m elevation · Asia/Jerusalem
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FAQ
What is the population of Kiryat Gat?
Kiryat Gat has a population of 61,817 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #27 biggest city in Israel.
What region is Kiryat Gat in?
Kiryat Gat is located in Southern District, Israel.
Is Kiryat Gat 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.