Israel's population reached an estimated 10.178 million at the start of 2026, according to the Central Bureau of Statistics. This figure comprises 7.771 million Jews and others, 2.147 million Arabs, and 0.26 million foreign nationals. The population grew by 1.1% in 2025, a rate consistent with 2024, despite a negative international migration balance of approximately 20,000 people. This emigration trend was noted as a factor in the growth rate.