Modiin Ilit Population 2026
Modiin Ilit has a population of 76,374, making it the #22 biggest city in 🇮🇱 Israel, located in Jerusalem. Roughly 0.8% of Israel's population lives here. It is about 13× smaller than Jerusalem, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
76,374
Rank in Israel
#22
Coordinates
31.93°N, 35.04°E
~280 m elevation · Asia/Jerusalem
Other big cities in Jerusalem
| City | Population | Rank in Israel |
|---|---|---|
| Jerusalem | 971,800 | #1 |
| Bet Shemesh | 124,957 | #15 |
| Qiryat HaYovel | 25,000 | #69 |
| Mevasseret Tsiyyon | 24,052 | #74 |
Cities near Modiin Ilit
- Modi‘in Makkabbim Re‘ut93,277 people · ~5 km away
- Lod77,223 people · ~15 km away
- Ramla76,246 people · ~17 km away
- Mevasseret Tsiyyon24,052 people · ~18 km away
- Rosh Ha‘Ayin72,881 people · ~20 km away
- Or Yehuda36,813 people · ~21 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Modiin Ilit?
Modiin Ilit has a population of 76,374 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #22 biggest city in Israel.
What region is Modiin Ilit in?
Modiin Ilit is located in Jerusalem, Israel.
Is Modiin Ilit 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.