Israel
State of Israel
"A Middle Eastern country known for its religious significance, technological innovation, and ancient history."
Overview
Key information and facts
Government type
Parliamentary Republic
Capital City
Jerusalem
Official Languages
Arabic, Hebrew
Population
9.76M
Total Area
20.77K km²
Population Density
469.74 people per km²
Currency
Israeli new shekel
Week Start
sunday
Driving Side
right
Society
Key social and demographic indicators
Total Population+2.1%
Life Expectancy
Urban Population
Fertility Rate
Internet Users
Economy
Economic and financial indicators
GDP+2.4%
GDP per Capita
Inflation
Unemployment Rate
Gini Index
Frequently Asked Questions About Israel
What is the capital of Israel?
Israel's capital city is Jerusalem.
What is the population of Israel?
As of 2023, the estimated population of Israel is approximately 9.76M people. This makes it the 94th most populous country out of 192 states.
How large is Israel?
Israel spans a total area of approximately 20,770 square kilometers (8,019.34 square miles).
Which continent is Israel in?
Israel is located in Asia, specifically within the Western Asia subregion.
What is the GDP of Israel?
According to estimates from 2023, the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of Israel is approximately $513.61B USD. This ranks Israel as the 28th largest economy out of 191 sovereign states worldwide.