Ramla Population 2026
Ramla has a population of 76,246, making it the #23 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)
76,246
Rank in Israel
#23
Coordinates
31.93°N, 34.86°E
~100 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 |
| Lod | 77,223 | #21 |
| Ra'anana | 75,421 | #24 |
Cities near Ramla
- Lod77,223 people · ~3 km away
- Reẖovot149,392 people · ~6 km away
- Rishon LeTsiyyon258,535 people · ~9 km away
- Or Yehuda36,813 people · ~11 km away
- H̱olon196,282 people · ~12 km away
- Modi‘in Makkabbim Re‘ut93,277 people · ~15 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Ramla?
Ramla has a population of 76,246 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #23 biggest city in Israel.
What region is Ramla in?
Ramla is located in Central District, Israel.
Is Ramla 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.