Israel — Country Facts & Profile
إسرائيل
Western Asia, Asia
The Israeli new shekel (ILS) is the official currency of Israel, a country of 10,134,800 people in Western Asia. With 21,937 km² of territory and Jerusalem as its capital, it sits within the wider Asia region. The official languages are Arabic and Hebrew. It is among the 100 most populous countries globally.
Country Profile
Wealth & Economy
Israel has a GDP per capita of $54,177, reflecting the average economic output per person in the country.
Stadiums & Hospitals
Notable infrastructure highlights in Israel, including Ashdod Stadium with a capacity of 20,000 seats.
20,000 seats
Geographic Overview
Israel is located in Western Asia at coordinates 31.47°N, 35.13°E. It shares borders with 5 countries. Total land area: 21,937 km² (8,470 mi²). Population density: 462 people per km².
Cost of Living & Climate
Key indicators for visiting or living in Israel.
Cultural Sites
Israel is home to 9 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, reflecting its rich cultural and natural history.
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World Heritage Sites
Top Cities of Israel
Internal Divisions
Central District
40 cities · 2,040,148 people
Largest: Rishon LeTsiyyon
Jerusalem
9 cities · 1,651,509 people
Largest: Jerusalem
Tel Aviv
15 cities · 1,606,507 people
Largest: Tel Aviv
Northern District
60 cities · 1,095,069 people
Largest: Nazareth
Southern District
25 cities · 1,040,971 people
Largest: Ashdod
Haifa
28 cities · 1,009,643 people
Largest: Haifa
Judea and Samaria Area
1 cities · 20,540 people
Largest: Ariel
Frequently Asked Questions about Israel
- What is the capital of Israel?
- The capital of Israel is Jerusalem.
- What is the population of Israel?
- Israel has a population of approximately 10,134,800 people.
- What continent is Israel in?
- Israel is located in Asia, in the Western Asia subregion.
- Where is Israel located?
- Israel is located in Western Asia, Asia, at coordinates 31.5°N, 35.1°E.
- What currency does Israel use?
- Israel uses the Israeli new shekel (₪ ILS).
- What is the capital and currency of Israel?
- The capital of Israel is Jerusalem and the currency is the Israeli new shekel (ILS).
- What languages are spoken in Israel?
- The official languages of Israel are Arabic, Hebrew.
- What is the area of Israel?
- Israel covers a total area of 21,937 km² (8,470 square miles).
- How large is Israel in square miles?
- Israel has a total area of approximately 8,470 square miles (21,937 km²).
- What is the population density of Israel?
- Israel has a population density of approximately 462 people per km².
- Is Israel an independent country?
- Yes, Israel is a fully independent and sovereign country.
- How many countries does Israel border?
- Israel shares land borders with 5 countries.
- What is the GDP per capita of Israel?
- The GDP per capita of Israel is approximately $54,177.
- How many UNESCO World Heritage Sites does Israel have?
- Israel has 9 UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
- What countries border Israel?
- Israel shares land borders with: Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Palestine, Syria.
- What is the country calling code for Israel?
- The international calling code for Israel is +972. To call Israel from abroad, dial your country's exit code followed by +972 and the local number.
- What time zone is Israel in?
- Israel operates on the UTC+02:00 time zone.
- What is the GNI per capita of Israel?
- The Gross National Income (GNI) per capita of Israel is approximately $52,910 (World Bank data).
- How fast is the internet in Israel?
- The average internet speed in Israel is 191 Mbps, which is considered very fast by global standards.