Rosh Ha‘Ayin Population 2026
Rosh Ha‘Ayin has a population of 72,881, making it the #25 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)
72,881
Rank in Israel
#25
Coordinates
32.10°N, 34.96°E
~30 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 |
| Ramla | 76,246 | #23 |
Cities near Rosh Ha‘Ayin
- Petaẖ Tiqva253,529 people · ~7 km away
- Hod HaSharon63,175 people · ~9 km away
- Kfar Saba110,456 people · ~10 km away
- Kiryat Ono39,986 people · ~10 km away
- Bnei Brak214,444 people · ~12 km away
- Or Yehuda36,813 people · ~12 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Rosh Ha‘Ayin?
Rosh Ha‘Ayin has a population of 72,881 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #25 biggest city in Israel.
What region is Rosh Ha‘Ayin in?
Rosh Ha‘Ayin is located in Central District, Israel.
Is Rosh Ha‘Ayin 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.