Israel
Country statistics · 1990–present
Israel at a Glance
Israel is home to 10 million people as of 2024, with a population that is growing rapidly. At a GDP per capita of $76,886, it is a high-income economy — placing it among the wealthiest nations per person. Life expectancy at birth stands at 83.2 years, among the highest in the world.
Population Trends
The total resident population stood at 10 million as of 2024. With a birth rate of 18.6 and a death rate of 5.3 per 1,000 people (2024), the natural growth rate stands at 13.3 per 1,000 — equivalent to roughly 133,000 additional residents each year from natural change alone.
Economy & Development
Israel is a mid-sized economy, with a total GDP that is projected at $837 billion (2029 IMF projection). At $76,886 per person, it is classified as a high-income economy — placing it among the wealthiest nations per person. Real GDP growth is projected at 3.5% in 2029, representing solid growth. The unemployment rate is projected at 3.6% (2029 IMF projection), indicating a relatively tight labour market.
Health & Society
Life expectancy at birth is 83.2 years (2024), among the highest in the world. Current health expenditure per person is $3,928 (2023), representing moderate per-capita healthcare spending. The adult literacy rate stands at 91.8% (1983), reflecting a majority-literate adult population. 88.2% of the population use the internet (2024), indicating strong digital connectivity. Access to safe drinking water reaches 99.5% of the population (2024), representing near-universal access to safe drinking water.