Gaza Population 2026
Gaza has a population of 410,000, making it the #1 biggest city in 🇵🇸 Palestine, located in Gaza Strip. Roughly 7.2% of Palestine's population lives here.
Population (city proper)
410,000
Rank in Palestine
#1
Coordinates
31.50°N, 34.47°E
~38 m elevation · Asia/Gaza
Other big cities in Gaza Strip
| City | Population | Rank in Palestine |
|---|---|---|
| Khān Yūnis | 173,183 | #2 |
| Jabālyā | 168,568 | #3 |
| Rafaḩ | 126,305 | #6 |
| Dayr al Balaḩ | 59,504 | #7 |
| Bayt Lāhyā | 56,919 | #8 |
| Bayt Ḩānūn | 37,392 | #16 |
| An Nuşayrāt | 36,123 | #17 |
| Al Burayj | 34,951 | #19 |
Cities near Gaza
- Jabālyā168,568 people · ~3 km away
- Bayt Lāhyā56,919 people · ~6 km away
- Bayt Ḩānūn37,392 people · ~8 km away
- Al Burayj34,951 people · ~9 km away
- An Nuşayrāt36,123 people · ~9 km away
- Dayr al Balaḩ59,504 people · ~14 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Gaza?
Gaza has a population of 410,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1 biggest city in Palestine.
What region is Gaza in?
Gaza is located in Gaza Strip, Palestine.
Is Gaza 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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