Lod Population 2026
Lod has a population of 77,223, making it the #21 biggest city in 🇮🇱 Israel, located in Central District. Roughly 0.8% of Israel's population lives here. It is about 13× smaller than Jerusalem, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
77,223
Rank in Israel
#21
Coordinates
31.95°N, 34.89°E
~68 m elevation · Asia/Jerusalem
Other big cities in Central District
| City | Population | Rank in Israel |
|---|---|---|
| Rishon LeTsiyyon | 258,535 | #4 |
| Petaẖ Tiqva | 253,529 | #5 |
| Netanya | 228,204 | #6 |
| Reẖovot | 149,392 | #12 |
| Kfar Saba | 110,456 | #16 |
| Modi‘in Makkabbim Re‘ut | 93,277 | #19 |
| Ramla | 76,246 | #23 |
| Ra'anana | 75,421 | #24 |
Cities near Lod
- Ramla76,246 people · ~3 km away
- Reẖovot149,392 people · ~9 km away
- Or Yehuda36,813 people · ~10 km away
- Rishon LeTsiyyon258,535 people · ~10 km away
- H̱olon196,282 people · ~13 km away
- Kiryat Ono39,986 people · ~13 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Lod?
Lod has a population of 77,223 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #21 biggest city in Israel.
What region is Lod in?
Lod is located in Central District, Israel.
Is Lod 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.