What is the Population of Palestine?
Facts last checked 31 August 2026.
Palestine has a population of approximately 5,483,450 people, making it the 119th most populated country of the 196 countries covered on this site — around 0.07% of the world's population. With a land area of 6,220 km², the population density is roughly 882 people per km².
| Population | 5,483,450 |
|---|---|
| Population rank | 119th of 196 |
| Share of world population | 0.07% |
| Area | 6,220 km² |
| Population density | 882 / km² |
| Demonym | Palestinian |
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Population of Palestine — FAQ
What is the population of Palestine?
The population of Palestine is approximately 5,483,450 (5.5 million) based on the latest available data.
What is the population of Palestine in 2026?
As of 2026, the estimated population of Palestine is approximately 5,483,450 people. Palestine is the 119th most populated country in our dataset.
How many people live in Palestine?
Approximately 5,483,450 people live in Palestine, making it the 119th most populated country out of 196 covered on this site.
How does Palestine rank by population?
Palestine is the 119th most populated of the 196 countries covered on this site, with a world population share of 0.07%.
What is the population density of Palestine?
Palestine has a population density of roughly 882 people per km², based on a land area of 6,220 km².
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