Nazareth Population 2026
Nazareth has a population of 77,445, making it the #20 biggest city in 🇮🇱 Israel, located in Northern 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)
77,445
Rank in Israel
#20
Coordinates
32.70°N, 35.30°E
~333 m elevation · Asia/Jerusalem
Other big cities in Northern District
Cities near Nazareth
- Naẕerat ‘Illit43,556 people · ~3 km away
- Afula44,930 people · ~10 km away
- Shefar‘am42,137 people · ~17 km away
- Sakhnīn31,702 people · ~18 km away
- Qiryat Ata59,030 people · ~21 km away
- Karmi’el46,252 people · ~23 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Nazareth?
Nazareth has a population of 77,445 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #20 biggest city in Israel.
What region is Nazareth in?
Nazareth is located in Northern District, Israel.
Is Nazareth 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.