For its 78th Independence Day, Israel has released new demographic figures: the country’s population now stands at around 10.244 million people. This is according to updated data from Israel’s Central Bureau of Statistics.

This continues a long-term trend. Just a few years ago, the 10 million mark was considered a distant goal—now the population continues to grow steadily.

Over the past year, around 177,000 children were born. At the same time, about 21,000 people newly immigrated to Israel. Overall, the population increased by roughly 146,000 people.

What remains striking is the relatively young age structure. More than a quarter of the population is under 14 years old. This continues to make Israel one of the youngest countries in the Western world.

The composition of the population also remains stable: around three-quarters of residents are Jewish, about one-fifth are Arab, with smaller minority groups making up the rest.

In international comparison, this development is remarkable. While many Western countries are dealing with stagnant or declining population figures, Israel continues to grow—driven by a high birth rate and ongoing immigration.

Especially around Independence Day, these figures carry particular significance. They show that Israel continues to grow despite political tensions and ongoing security challenges. Behind the numbers are families, children, and new immigrants who continue building the country in the 78th year of its existence.

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