CBS: Israel’s Muslim population is trending downward
In addition, the average marriage age has increased, and Muslim women have more degrees than their male counterparts.
In addition, the average marriage age has increased, and Muslim women have more degrees than their male counterparts.
The population is projected to grow to 10 million by the end of 2024.
The population grew 1.9% in 2023, with 72% of that growth due to approximately 179,000 babies born. Most popular names: Abigail and David.
During 2021, Israel’s population increased by 1.7%, 83% of which was due to natural growth and 17% due to migration.
When Israel declared statehood in 1948, the population was just 806,000.
Israel’s population stands at 8.84 million on the eve of its 70th birthday, and there are 8,000 active high-tech companies.
On eve of Independence Day, country’s population shows 1.9% growth over past year.
6.4 million Jews, 1.8 million Arabs living in Israel, according to annual pre-Jewish New Year report by the Central Bureau of Statistics.
Report suggests country’s population will top 10 million people within the next decade.
Population grows by 2% since last Independence Day; Israeli exports from industry soar from $5 million in 1948 to $47 billion today.