Current Population of Bethlehem, Israel (West Bank)

As of the latest Palestinian Central Bureau of Statistics (PCBS) estimates (2023–2024), the population of the Bethlehem Governorate is approximately **220,000**, while the **municipality of Bethlehem city** itself is roughly **30,000–35,000**.

Clarification on "Bethlehem, Israel"

• Bethlehem is located in the **Israeli-occupied West Bank (Area A, under PA civil control)**.
• It is **not** within sovereign Israeli territory (Green Line).
• Israelis refer to the area as "Judea and Samaria"; Palestinians and international community: "West Bank."

Demographic Breakdown (Governorate)

• Muslim majority (~85%); **Christian minority** (~15%) – historic communities (Greek Orthodox, Catholic, Armenian, Syrian Orthodox).
• Refugee camps: **Aida, Dheisheh, Azza** (~30,000 registered refugees).
• Adjacent towns: Beit Jala, Beit Sahour, Al-Khader, Artas.

Data Sources

• PCBS (pcbs.gov.ps) – Official Palestinian statistics.
• Israeli CBS (cbs.gov.il) – Reports on Israeli settlers in Area C (not in Bethlehem municipal area).
• UNRWA – Refugee camp populations.

Note

Exact current figures are fluid due to mobility restrictions, unregistered residents, and political definitions. For the most precise number, cite the specific source and date.