Safed Population 2026
Safed has a population of 36,094, making it the #52 biggest city in 🇮🇱 Israel, located in Northern District. Roughly 0.4% of Israel's population lives here. It is about 27× smaller than Jerusalem, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
36,094
Rank in Israel
#52
Coordinates
32.96°N, 35.50°E
~779 m elevation · Asia/Jerusalem
Other big cities in Northern District
Cities near Safed
FAQ
What is the population of Safed?
Safed has a population of 36,094 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #52 biggest city in Israel.
What region is Safed in?
Safed is located in Northern District, Israel.
Is Safed 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.