Bethlehem Population 2026
Bethlehem has a population of 29,019, making it the #22 biggest city in 🇵🇸 Palestine, located in West Bank. Roughly 0.5% of Palestine's population lives here. It is about 14× smaller than Gaza, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
29,019
Rank in Palestine
#22
Coordinates
31.70°N, 35.20°E
~775 m elevation · Asia/Hebron
Other big cities in West Bank
Cities near Bethlehem
- Bayt Jālā16,183 people · ~2 km away
- Battir56,746 people · ~8 km away
- Al ‘Ayzarīyah17,455 people · ~10 km away
- Ma‘ale Adummim38,193 people · ~12 km away
- Shu‘fāţ35,000 people · ~13 km away
- Bayt Ḩanīnā27,000 people · ~14 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bethlehem?
Bethlehem has a population of 29,019 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #22 biggest city in Palestine.
What region is Bethlehem in?
Bethlehem is located in West Bank, Palestine.
Is Bethlehem 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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