Bayt Ḩānūn Population 2026
Bayt Ḩānūn has a population of 37,392, making it the #16 biggest city in 🇵🇸 Palestine, located in Gaza Strip. Roughly 0.7% of Palestine's population lives here. It is about 11× smaller than Gaza, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
37,392
Rank in Palestine
#16
Coordinates
31.54°N, 34.54°E
~55 m elevation · Asia/Gaza
Other big cities in Gaza Strip
| City | Population | Rank in Palestine |
|---|---|---|
| Gaza | 410,000 | #1 |
| Khān Yūnis | 173,183 | #2 |
| Jabālyā | 168,568 | #3 |
| Rafaḩ | 126,305 | #6 |
| Dayr al Balaḩ | 59,504 | #7 |
| Bayt Lāhyā | 56,919 | #8 |
| An Nuşayrāt | 36,123 | #17 |
| Al Burayj | 34,951 | #19 |
Cities near Bayt Ḩānūn
- Bayt Lāhyā56,919 people · ~4 km away
- Jabālyā168,568 people · ~5 km away
- Gaza410,000 people · ~8 km away
- Al Burayj34,951 people · ~16 km away
- An Nuşayrāt36,123 people · ~17 km away
- Dayr al Balaḩ59,504 people · ~22 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bayt Ḩānūn?
Bayt Ḩānūn has a population of 37,392 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #16 biggest city in Palestine.
What region is Bayt Ḩānūn in?
Bayt Ḩānūn is located in Gaza Strip, Palestine.
Is Bayt Ḩānūn the capital of Palestine?
No, the capital of Palestine is Ramallah.
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.
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