what is the population of israel by religion
Here’s a quick breakdown of Israel’s population by religion. As of 2023, Israel had almost 9.7 million permanent residents, with Jews as the largest group at just over 7.15 million, Muslims at over 1.7 million, and Druze at about 151,000.
| Religion group | Estimated population | Share of population |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish | 7.15 million+ | Largest group |
| Muslim | 1.7 million+ | Largest religious minority |
| Druze | 151,000+ | Smallest major religious group in the source |
| Christian and others | Not specified in this source | Smaller minority groups |