Nablus Population 2026
Nablus has a population of 130,326, making it the #5 biggest city in 🇵🇸 Palestine, located in West Bank. Roughly 2.3% of Palestine's population lives here. It is about 3.1× smaller than Gaza, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
130,326
Rank in Palestine
#5
Coordinates
32.22°N, 35.25°E
~569 m elevation · Asia/Hebron
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FAQ
What is the population of Nablus?
Nablus has a population of 130,326 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #5 biggest city in Palestine.
What region is Nablus in?
Nablus is located in West Bank, Palestine.
Is Nablus 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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