Introduction
The Jewish population in the world is estimated to be around 14 million. It is spread throughout many countries, with the highest population concentrations in Israel and the United States. In Israel, the Jewish population makes up 74% of the total population; in the United States, Jews make up roughly 2.2% of people. Elsewhere, the numbers are much more varied: in France, Jews constitute 0.7%, while in Russia they account for 0.2%. In Canada, 1.1% of people identify as Jewish; Germany has a higher concentration at 1.4%. The largest Jewish populations outside of Israel and North America are found in Canada, France, Russia, Germany, and Australia. These figures reveal that there is significant variation from place to place when it comes to levels of religious adherence among Jews around the world – some countries have a large majority who identify as Jewish compared to others where numbers are much smaller or even nonexistent. Despite this variation, when compared to other religions, Judaism remains one of the most widely-practiced faiths with a significant presence across multiple countries and continents worldwide.
Number of Jews in the World
# | Country | Jewish Population | Percentage of Jewish Population | Population |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Israel | 6,340,600 | 43% | 8,696,600 |
2 | United States of America | 5,700,000 | 39% | 329,153,000 |
3 | France | 448,000 | 3% | 64,834,000 |
4 | Canada | 393,000 | 2.7% | 37,413,000 |
5 | United Kingdom | 292,000 | 2% | 66,833,000 |
6 | Argentina | 179,500 | 1.2% | 44,939,000 |
7 | Russia | 155,000 | 1% | 146,731,000 |
8 | Australia | 118,000 | 0.8% | 25,305,000 |
9 | Germany | 118,000 | 0.8% | 83,100,000 |
10 | Brazil | 92,000 | 0.62% | 209,332,000 |
11 | South Africa | 52,300 | 0.35% | 58,616,000 |
12 | Hungary | 47,200 | 0.32% | 9,770,000 |
13 | Ukraine | 45,000 | 0.3% | 42,037,000 |
14 | Mexico | 40,000 | 0.27% | 126,577,000 |
15 | Netherlands | 29,800 | 0.2% | 17,335,000 |
16 | Belgium | 29,000 | 0.2% | 11,458,000 |
17 | Italy | 27,300 | 0.18% | 60,345,000 |
18 | Switzerland | 18,500 | 0.13% | 8,572,000 |
19 | Uruguay | 16,500 | 0.11% | 3,519,000 |
20 | Chile | 16,000 | 0.11% | 19,107,000 |
21 | Sweden | 15,000 | 0.1% | 10,286,000 |
22 | Spain | 13,000 | 0.09% | 47,073,000 |
23 | Austria | 10,300 | 0.07% | 8,877,000 |
24 | Panama | 10,000 | 0.07% | 4,219,000 |
25 | Iran | 9,500 | 0.06% | 83,911,000 |
26 | Romania | 8,900 | 0.06% | 19,361,000 |
27 | Belarus | 8,500 | 0.06% | 9,467,000 |
28 | New Zealand | 7,500 | 0.05% | 4,973,000 |
29 | Azerbaijan | 7,200 | 0.05% | 10,023,000 |
30 | Denmark | 6,400 | 0.04% | 5,819,000 |
31 | Venezuela | 6,000 | 0.04% | 28,516,000 |
32 | India | 4,800 | 0.03% | 1,391,885,000 |
33 | Latvia | 4,500 | 0.03% | 1,913,000 |
34 | Poland | 4,500 | 0.03% | 38,400,000 |
35 | Greece | 4,100 | 0.03% | 10,701,000 |
36 | Portugal | 3,100 | 0.02% | 10,269,000 |
37 | People's Republic of China | 3,000 | 0.02% | 1,406,222,000 |
38 | Uzbekistan | 2,900 | 0.02% | 33,471,000 |
39 | Ireland | 2,700 | 0.02% | 4,939,000 |
40 | Slovakia | 2,600 | 0.02% | 5,454,000 |
41 | Costa Rica | 2,500 | 0.02% | 5,060,000 |
42 | Kazakhstan | 2,500 | 0.02% | 18,509,000 |
43 | Lithuania | 2,400 | 0.02% | 2,787,000 |
44 | Colombia | 2,100 | 0.01% | 50,374,000 |
45 | Morocco | 2,100 | 0.01% | 35,587,000 |
46 | Bulgaria | 2,000 | 0.01% | 6,975,000 |
47 | Estonia | 1,900 | 0.01% | 1,328,000 |
48 | Moldova | 1,900 | 0.01% | 3,543,000 |
49 | Peru | 1,900 | 0.01% | 31,781,000 |
50 | Croatia | 1,700 | 0.01% | 4,055,000 |
51 | Georgia | 1,500 | 0.01% | 3,997,000 |
52 | Puerto Rico | 1,500 | 0.01% | 3,059,000 |
53 | Serbia | 1,400 | 0.01% | 6,945,000 |
54 | Finland | 1,300 | 0.01% | 5,521,000 |
55 | Norway | 1,300 | 0.01% | 5,345,000 |
56 | Paraguay | 1,100 | 0.01% | 7,156,000 |
57 | Japan | 1,000 | 0.01% | 126,180,000 |
58 | Tunisia | 1,000 | 0.01% | 11,665,000 |
59 | Guatemala | 900 | 0.01% | 17,581,000 |
60 | Singapore | 900 | 0.01% | 5,804,000 |
61 | Luxembourg | 700 | 0% | 620,000 |
62 | Monaco | 700 | 38,000 | |
63 | Ecuador | 600 | 0% | 17,268,000 |
64 | Bolivia | 500 | 0% | 11,470,000 |
65 | Cuba | 500 | 0% | 11,212,000 |
66 | Jamaica | 500 | 0% | 2,811,000 |
67 | Kyrgyzstan | 400 | 0% | 6,457,000 |
68 | Cyprus | 300 | 0% | 1,250,000 |
69 | Kenya | 300 | 0% | 52,574,000 |
70 | United Arab Emirates | 300 | 9,586,000 | |
71 | Suriname | 200 | 0% | 602,000 |
72 | Thailand | 200 | 0% | 66,374,000 |
73 | Turkmenistan | 200 | 0% | 5,942,000 |
74 | Zimbabwe | 200 | 0% | 14,645,000 |
75 | Armenia | 100 | 0% | 2,962,000 |
76 | Barbados | 100 | 0% | 287,000 |
77 | Bermuda | 100 | 0% | 65,000 |
78 | Botswana | 100 | 0% | 2,283,000 |
79 | Democratic Republic of the Congo | 100 | 0% | 86,791,000 |
80 | Dominican Republic | 100 | 0% | 10,400,000 |
81 | Egypt | 100 | 0% | 99,064,000 |
82 | El Salvador | 100 | 0% | 6,454,000 |
83 | Ethiopia | 100 | 0% | 112,079,000 |
84 | Indonesia | 100 | 0% | 268,419,000 |
85 | Madagascar | 100 | 0% | 26,969,000 |
86 | Malta | 100 | 0% | 500,000 |
87 | Namibia | 100 | 0% | 2,495,000 |
88 | Nigeria | 100 | 0% | 200,964,000 |
89 | Philippines | 100 | 0% | 108,117,000 |
90 | Republic of Macedonia | 100 | 0% | 2,078,000 |
91 | Slovenia | 100 | 0% | 2,088,000 |
92 | South Korea | 100 | 0% | 51,846,000 |
93 | Syria | 100 | 0% | 23,926,000 |
94 | Taiwan | 100 | 0% | 23,593,000 |
Countries With Most Jews
The ten countries with the highest Jewish population in the world are Israel, the United States, France, Canada, the United Kingdom, Argentina, Russia, Australia, Germany, and Brazil. Israel ranks first with a Jewish population of 6,340,600, which represents 43% of its total population. The United States comes in second with 5,700,000 Jews, accounting for 39% of its population. France has a Jewish population of 448,000, representing 3% of its population, while Canada has 393,000 Jews, which is 2.7% of its population. The United Kingdom has a Jewish population of 292,000, which represents 2% of its population. Argentina has a Jewish population of 179,500, representing 1.20% of its population, and Russia has a Jewish population of 155,000, representing 1% of its population. Australia and Germany both have a Jewish population of 118,000, representing 0.80% of their respective populations. Finally, Brazil has a Jewish population of 92,000, representing 0.62% of its population.
The ten countries with the highest number of Jews in the world are :
1. Israel – 6,3 million
2. United States – 5,7 million
3. France – 448,000
4. Canada – 393,000
5. United Kingdom – 292,000
6. Argentina – 179,500
7. Russia – 155,000
8. Australia – 118,000
9. Germany – 118,000
10. Brazil – 92,000
Jewish countries
There is no such thing as a Jewish country in the traditional sense, as Judaism is a religion rather than a political entity. However, Israel is often referred to as a “Jewish state” because it was established as a homeland for the Jewish people. Israel’s national identity is closely tied to Judaism, and the country has a majority Jewish population, as well as numerous laws and policies that reflect Jewish values and traditions. Other countries with significant Jewish populations, such as the United States and France, have strong Jewish communities that have made important contributions to their respective societies, but they are not considered Jewish countries in the same way that Israel is. Ultimately, the idea of a Jewish country is complex and multifaceted, and it reflects the diverse experiences and identities of Jewish people around the world.
Jewish Population by Country
Argentina
Jewish Population
179,500
Ranked in the World
#6
Percentage of Jewish Population
1.2%
Ranked in the World
#6
44,939,000
Ranked in the World
#25
Argentina has an estimated Jewish population of 179,500, accounting for around 1.2% of the country's total population. The Jewish community in Argentina has a unique history, dating back to the 16th century, and has played an important role in the country's development.
Armenia
Jewish Population
100
Ranked in the World
#75
Percentage of Jewish Population
0%
Ranked in the World
#61
2,962,000
Ranked in the World
#79
Australia
Jewish Population
118,000
Ranked in the World
#8
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.8%
Ranked in the World
#8
25,305,000
Ranked in the World
#34
Australia is home to an estimated 118,000 Jews as of 2020, accounting for around 0.8% of the country's total population. The Jewish community in Australia has a long history, dating back to the 18th century, and has made significant contributions to the country's culture and society.
Austria
Jewish Population
10,300
Ranked in the World
#23
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.07%
Ranked in the World
#23
8,877,000
Ranked in the World
#56
Azerbaijan
Jewish Population
7,200
Ranked in the World
#29
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.05%
Ranked in the World
#28
10,023,000
Ranked in the World
#52
Barbados
Jewish Population
100
Ranked in the World
#76
Percentage of Jewish Population
0%
Ranked in the World
#62
287,000
Ranked in the World
#92
Belarus
Jewish Population
8,500
Ranked in the World
#27
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.06%
Ranked in the World
#25
9,467,000
Ranked in the World
#55
Belgium
Jewish Population
29,000
Ranked in the World
#16
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.2%
Ranked in the World
#15
11,458,000
Ranked in the World
#46
Belgium has a Jewish population of around 29,000, accounting for 0.20% of the country's total population. The Jewish community in Belgium has a rich history dating back to the Middle Ages. During World War II, the country's Jewish community suffered greatly under Nazi occupation, with many Jews being deported to concentration camps. Today, the Jewish community in Belgium is diverse, with Jews from various traditions and backgrounds.
Bermuda
Jewish Population
100
Ranked in the World
#77
Percentage of Jewish Population
0%
Ranked in the World
#63
65,000
Ranked in the World
#93
Bolivia
Jewish Population
500
Ranked in the World
#64
Percentage of Jewish Population
0%
Ranked in the World
#64
11,470,000
Ranked in the World
#45
Botswana
Jewish Population
100
Ranked in the World
#78
Percentage of Jewish Population
0%
Ranked in the World
#65
2,283,000
Ranked in the World
#83
Brazil
Jewish Population
92,000
Ranked in the World
#10
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.62%
Ranked in the World
#10
209,332,000
Ranked in the World
#5
Brazil is home to an estimated 92,000 Jews as of 2020, accounting for around 0.62% of the country's total population. The Jewish community in Brazil has a long history, dating back to the 16th century, and has played an important role in the country's cultural and economic development.
Bulgaria
Jewish Population
2,000
Ranked in the World
#46
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.01%
Ranked in the World
#44
6,975,000
Ranked in the World
#60
Canada
Jewish Population
393,000
Ranked in the World
#4
Percentage of Jewish Population
2.7%
Ranked in the World
#4
37,413,000
Ranked in the World
#28
Canada is home to an estimated 393,000 Jews as of 2020, accounting for around 2.7% of the country's total population. The Jewish community in Canada has a long history, dating back to the late 18th century, and has made significant contributions to the country's cultural and economic landscape.
Chile
Jewish Population
16,000
Ranked in the World
#20
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.11%
Ranked in the World
#19
19,107,000
Ranked in the World
#38
Chile has a Jewish population of around 16,000, accounting for 0.11% of the country's total population. The Jewish community in Chile has a long and rich history dating back to the 19th century when Jewish immigrants began arriving in the country. Today, the Jewish community in Chile is diverse, with Jews from various traditions and backgrounds.
Colombia
Jewish Population
2,100
Ranked in the World
#44
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.01%
Ranked in the World
#45
50,374,000
Ranked in the World
#23
Costa Rica
Jewish Population
2,500
Ranked in the World
#41
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.02%
Ranked in the World
#36
5,060,000
Ranked in the World
#70
Croatia
Jewish Population
1,700
Ranked in the World
#50
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.01%
Ranked in the World
#46
4,055,000
Ranked in the World
#74
Cuba
Jewish Population
500
Ranked in the World
#65
Percentage of Jewish Population
0%
Ranked in the World
#66
11,212,000
Ranked in the World
#47
Cyprus
Jewish Population
300
Ranked in the World
#68
Percentage of Jewish Population
0%
Ranked in the World
#67
1,250,000
Ranked in the World
#88
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Jewish Population
100
Ranked in the World
#79
Percentage of Jewish Population
0%
Ranked in the World
#68
86,791,000
Ranked in the World
#13
Denmark
Jewish Population
6,400
Ranked in the World
#30
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.04%
Ranked in the World
#30
5,819,000
Ranked in the World
#65
Dominican Republic
Jewish Population
100
Ranked in the World
#80
Percentage of Jewish Population
0%
Ranked in the World
#69
10,400,000
Ranked in the World
#49
Ecuador
Jewish Population
600
Ranked in the World
#63
Percentage of Jewish Population
0%
Ranked in the World
#70
17,268,000
Ranked in the World
#42
Egypt
Jewish Population
100
Ranked in the World
#81
Percentage of Jewish Population
0%
Ranked in the World
#71
99,064,000
Ranked in the World
#12
El Salvador
Jewish Population
100
Ranked in the World
#82
Percentage of Jewish Population
0%
Ranked in the World
#72
6,454,000
Ranked in the World
#63
Estonia
Jewish Population
1,900
Ranked in the World
#47
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.01%
Ranked in the World
#47
1,328,000
Ranked in the World
#87
Ethiopia
Jewish Population
100
Ranked in the World
#83
Percentage of Jewish Population
0%
Ranked in the World
#73
112,079,000
Ranked in the World
#10
Finland
Jewish Population
1,300
Ranked in the World
#54
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.01%
Ranked in the World
#48
5,521,000
Ranked in the World
#67
France
Jewish Population
448,000
Ranked in the World
#3
Percentage of Jewish Population
3%
Ranked in the World
#3
64,834,000
Ranked in the World
#18
France has the third-largest Jewish population in the world, with approximately 448,000 Jews living in the country as of 2020. This accounts for around 3% of the total population of France. Despite a long history of Jewish presence in the country, the French Jewish community has faced challenges in recent years, including rising anti-Semitic sentiment and violent attacks.
Georgia
Jewish Population
1,500
Ranked in the World
#51
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.01%
Ranked in the World
#49
3,997,000
Ranked in the World
#75
Germany
Jewish Population
118,000
Ranked in the World
#9
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.8%
Ranked in the World
#9
83,100,000
Ranked in the World
#15
Germany is home to an estimated 118,000 Jews as of 2020, accounting for around 0.8% of the country's total population. The Jewish community in Germany has a complicated history, including the Holocaust and decades of post-war migration. Today, the community is vibrant and active, with a focus on preserving Jewish culture and history.
Greece
Jewish Population
4,100
Ranked in the World
#35
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.03%
Ranked in the World
#32
10,701,000
Ranked in the World
#48
Guatemala
Jewish Population
900
Ranked in the World
#59
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.01%
Ranked in the World
#50
17,581,000
Ranked in the World
#40
Hungary
Jewish Population
47,200
Ranked in the World
#12
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.32%
Ranked in the World
#12
9,770,000
Ranked in the World
#53
Hungary is home to 47,200 Jews, representing 0.32% of its population. Prior to World War II, Hungary had a thriving Jewish community of over 800,000 people. However, the community was decimated during the Holocaust, with over 500,000 Hungarian Jews being murdered. Today, the Jewish community in Hungary is slowly rebuilding, with a focus on preserving Jewish heritage and culture.
India
Jewish Population
4,800
Ranked in the World
#32
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.03%
Ranked in the World
#33
1,391,885,000
Ranked in the World
#2
Indonesia
Jewish Population
100
Ranked in the World
#84
Percentage of Jewish Population
0%
Ranked in the World
#74
268,419,000
Ranked in the World
#4
Iran
Jewish Population
9,500
Ranked in the World
#25
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.06%
Ranked in the World
#26
83,911,000
Ranked in the World
#14
Ireland
Jewish Population
2,700
Ranked in the World
#39
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.02%
Ranked in the World
#37
4,939,000
Ranked in the World
#72
Israel
Jewish Population
6,340,600
Ranked in the World
#1
Percentage of Jewish Population
43%
Ranked in the World
#1
8,696,600
Ranked in the World
#57
Israel is home to the largest Jewish population in the world, with an estimated 6.3 million Jews living in the country as of 2020. Israel's Jewish population has grown steadily over the years, thanks in part to the country's Law of Return, which grants Jews the right to immigrate and become citizens of Israel. The Jewish population in Israel is diverse, with various religious, cultural, and ethnic groups represented. The majority of Israeli Jews are of either Ashkenazi or Sephardic descent, but there are also many Mizrahi Jews and Jews from other backgrounds. Israel has a unique role in Jewish history and identity, as it was established as a homeland for Jews following centuries of persecution and diaspora.
Italy
Jewish Population
27,300
Ranked in the World
#17
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.18%
Ranked in the World
#17
60,345,000
Ranked in the World
#19
Italy has a Jewish population of around 27,300, accounting for 0.18% of the country's total population. The country has a rich Jewish history dating back to ancient times, with the Jewish community playing a significant role in Italy's cultural and intellectual life. During World War II, the Jewish community in Italy suffered greatly under Nazi occupation, with many Jews being deported to concentration camps. Today, the Jewish community in Italy is diverse, with Jews from various traditions and backgrounds.
Jamaica
Jewish Population
500
Ranked in the World
#66
Percentage of Jewish Population
0%
Ranked in the World
#75
2,811,000
Ranked in the World
#80
Japan
Jewish Population
1,000
Ranked in the World
#57
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.01%
Ranked in the World
#51
126,180,000
Ranked in the World
#9
Kazakhstan
Jewish Population
2,500
Ranked in the World
#42
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.02%
Ranked in the World
#38
18,509,000
Ranked in the World
#39
Kenya
Jewish Population
300
Ranked in the World
#69
Percentage of Jewish Population
0%
Ranked in the World
#76
52,574,000
Ranked in the World
#21
Kyrgyzstan
Jewish Population
400
Ranked in the World
#67
Percentage of Jewish Population
0%
Ranked in the World
#77
6,457,000
Ranked in the World
#62
Latvia
Jewish Population
4,500
Ranked in the World
#33
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.03%
Ranked in the World
#34
1,913,000
Ranked in the World
#86
Lithuania
Jewish Population
2,400
Ranked in the World
#43
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.02%
Ranked in the World
#39
2,787,000
Ranked in the World
#81
Luxembourg
Jewish Population
700
Ranked in the World
#61
Percentage of Jewish Population
0%
Ranked in the World
#78
620,000
Ranked in the World
#89
Madagascar
Jewish Population
100
Ranked in the World
#85
Percentage of Jewish Population
0%
Ranked in the World
#79
26,969,000
Ranked in the World
#33
Malta
Jewish Population
100
Ranked in the World
#86
Percentage of Jewish Population
0%
Ranked in the World
#80
500,000
Ranked in the World
#91
Mexico
Jewish Population
40,000
Ranked in the World
#14
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.27%
Ranked in the World
#14
126,577,000
Ranked in the World
#8
Mexico has a Jewish population of around 40,000, accounting for 0.27% of the total population. The country has a rich Jewish history dating back to the early 16th century when Spanish Jews fleeing persecution settled in the country. Today, most of Mexico's Jewish population resides in Mexico City and its surrounding areas. The community is diverse, with Jews from various backgrounds and traditions. Mexico's Jewish community is known for its strong commitment to social justice and its efforts to promote interfaith dialogue and understanding.
Moldova
Jewish Population
1,900
Ranked in the World
#48
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.01%
Ranked in the World
#52
3,543,000
Ranked in the World
#76
Monaco
Jewish Population
700
Ranked in the World
#62
38,000
Ranked in the World
#94
Morocco
Jewish Population
2,100
Ranked in the World
#45
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.01%
Ranked in the World
#53
35,587,000
Ranked in the World
#29
Namibia
Jewish Population
100
Ranked in the World
#87
Percentage of Jewish Population
0%
Ranked in the World
#81
2,495,000
Ranked in the World
#82
Netherlands
Jewish Population
29,800
Ranked in the World
#15
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.2%
Ranked in the World
#16
17,335,000
Ranked in the World
#41
The Netherlands is home to a Jewish population of around 29,800, which accounts for 0.20% of the country's total population. The Jewish community in the Netherlands has a long and rich history, dating back to the 16th century. During World War II, the Jewish community suffered greatly under Nazi occupation, with approximately 75% of the country's Jewish population being killed in the Holocaust. Today, the Jewish community in the Netherlands is vibrant and diverse, with a strong commitment to preserving its heritage and promoting Jewish life.
New Zealand
Jewish Population
7,500
Ranked in the World
#28
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.05%
Ranked in the World
#29
4,973,000
Ranked in the World
#71
Nigeria
Jewish Population
100
Ranked in the World
#88
Percentage of Jewish Population
0%
Ranked in the World
#82
200,964,000
Ranked in the World
#6
Norway
Jewish Population
1,300
Ranked in the World
#55
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.01%
Ranked in the World
#54
5,345,000
Ranked in the World
#69
Panama
Jewish Population
10,000
Ranked in the World
#24
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.07%
Ranked in the World
#24
4,219,000
Ranked in the World
#73
Paraguay
Jewish Population
1,100
Ranked in the World
#56
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.01%
Ranked in the World
#55
7,156,000
Ranked in the World
#59
People's Republic of China
Jewish Population
3,000
Ranked in the World
#37
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.02%
Ranked in the World
#40
1,406,222,000
Ranked in the World
#1
Peru
Jewish Population
1,900
Ranked in the World
#49
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.01%
Ranked in the World
#56
31,781,000
Ranked in the World
#31
Philippines
Jewish Population
100
Ranked in the World
#89
Percentage of Jewish Population
0%
Ranked in the World
#83
108,117,000
Ranked in the World
#11
Poland
Jewish Population
4,500
Ranked in the World
#34
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.03%
Ranked in the World
#35
38,400,000
Ranked in the World
#27
Portugal
Jewish Population
3,100
Ranked in the World
#36
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.02%
Ranked in the World
#41
10,269,000
Ranked in the World
#51
Puerto Rico
Jewish Population
1,500
Ranked in the World
#52
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.01%
Ranked in the World
#57
3,059,000
Ranked in the World
#78
Republic of Macedonia
Jewish Population
100
Ranked in the World
#90
Percentage of Jewish Population
0%
Ranked in the World
#84
2,078,000
Ranked in the World
#85
Romania
Jewish Population
8,900
Ranked in the World
#26
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.06%
Ranked in the World
#27
19,361,000
Ranked in the World
#37
Russia
Jewish Population
155,000
Ranked in the World
#7
Percentage of Jewish Population
1%
Ranked in the World
#7
146,731,000
Ranked in the World
#7
Russia is home to an estimated 155,000 Jews as of 2020, accounting for around 1% of the country's total population. The Jewish community in Russia has a complex history, with periods of prosperity and persecution. Today, the community is facing new challenges, including rising anti-Semitism and restrictions on religious freedom.
Serbia
Jewish Population
1,400
Ranked in the World
#53
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.01%
Ranked in the World
#58
6,945,000
Ranked in the World
#61
Singapore
Jewish Population
900
Ranked in the World
#60
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.01%
Ranked in the World
#59
5,804,000
Ranked in the World
#66
Slovakia
Jewish Population
2,600
Ranked in the World
#40
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.02%
Ranked in the World
#42
5,454,000
Ranked in the World
#68
Slovenia
Jewish Population
100
Ranked in the World
#91
Percentage of Jewish Population
0%
Ranked in the World
#85
2,088,000
Ranked in the World
#84
South Africa
Jewish Population
52,300
Ranked in the World
#11
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.35%
Ranked in the World
#11
58,616,000
Ranked in the World
#20
South Africa is home to 52,300 Jews, making up 0.35% of its population. The Jewish community in South Africa has a rich history dating back to the late 19th century when Jews fleeing persecution in Europe settled in the country. Today, the majority of South African Jews live in Johannesburg and Cape Town, and the community is known for its involvement in philanthropy and social justice causes.
South Korea
Jewish Population
100
Ranked in the World
#92
Percentage of Jewish Population
0%
Ranked in the World
#86
51,846,000
Ranked in the World
#22
Spain
Jewish Population
13,000
Ranked in the World
#22
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.09%
Ranked in the World
#22
47,073,000
Ranked in the World
#24
Suriname
Jewish Population
200
Ranked in the World
#71
Percentage of Jewish Population
0%
Ranked in the World
#87
602,000
Ranked in the World
#90
Sweden
Jewish Population
15,000
Ranked in the World
#21
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.1%
Ranked in the World
#21
10,286,000
Ranked in the World
#50
Switzerland
Jewish Population
18,500
Ranked in the World
#18
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.13%
Ranked in the World
#18
8,572,000
Ranked in the World
#58
Switzerland has a Jewish population of around 18,500, accounting for 0.13% of the country's total population. The Jewish community in Switzerland has a long history dating back to the 13th century. Today, the Jewish community in Switzerland is diverse, with Jews from various traditions and backgrounds. The community is known for its strong commitment to promoting Jewish life and culture, as well as its efforts to promote interfaith dialogue and understanding.
Syria
Jewish Population
100
Ranked in the World
#93
Percentage of Jewish Population
0%
Ranked in the World
#88
23,926,000
Ranked in the World
#35
Taiwan
Jewish Population
100
Ranked in the World
#94
Percentage of Jewish Population
0%
Ranked in the World
#89
23,593,000
Ranked in the World
#36
Thailand
Jewish Population
200
Ranked in the World
#72
Percentage of Jewish Population
0%
Ranked in the World
#90
66,374,000
Ranked in the World
#17
Tunisia
Jewish Population
1,000
Ranked in the World
#58
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.01%
Ranked in the World
#60
11,665,000
Ranked in the World
#44
Turkmenistan
Jewish Population
200
Ranked in the World
#73
Percentage of Jewish Population
0%
Ranked in the World
#91
5,942,000
Ranked in the World
#64
Ukraine
Jewish Population
45,000
Ranked in the World
#13
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.3%
Ranked in the World
#13
42,037,000
Ranked in the World
#26
Ukraine has a Jewish population of 45,000, making up 0.30% of its population. The Jewish community in Ukraine has a long and complex history, dating back to the 11th century. During the Soviet era, many Jews were persecuted and their religious practices were restricted. However, since Ukraine gained independence in 1991, the Jewish community has experienced a resurgence and has become more active in cultural and religious life. Today, most Ukrainian Jews live in Kyiv and Odessa.
United Arab Emirates
Jewish Population
300
Ranked in the World
#70
9,586,000
Ranked in the World
#54
United Kingdom
Jewish Population
292,000
Ranked in the World
#5
Percentage of Jewish Population
2%
Ranked in the World
#5
66,833,000
Ranked in the World
#16
The United Kingdom is home to an estimated 292,000 Jews as of 2020, accounting for around 2% of the country's total population. The Jewish community in the UK has a rich history, dating back over 350 years, and has made significant contributions to British society in fields such as business, science, and the arts.
United States of America
Jewish Population
5,700,000
Ranked in the World
#2
Percentage of Jewish Population
39%
Ranked in the World
#2
329,153,000
Ranked in the World
#3
The US is home to the second-largest Jewish population in the world, with an estimated 5.7 million Jews as of 2020. This accounts for around 39% of the total Jewish population in the country. The United States has been a destination for Jewish immigrants for centuries, and the community has made significant contributions to American society in a variety of fields.
Uruguay
Jewish Population
16,500
Ranked in the World
#19
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.11%
Ranked in the World
#20
3,519,000
Ranked in the World
#77
Uruguay has a Jewish population of around 16,500, accounting for 0.11% of the country's total population. The Jewish community in Uruguay has a long and rich history, dating back to the early 20th century when Jewish immigrants began arriving in the country. Today, the Jewish community in Uruguay is diverse, with Jews from various backgrounds and traditions.
Uzbekistan
Jewish Population
2,900
Ranked in the World
#38
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.02%
Ranked in the World
#43
33,471,000
Ranked in the World
#30
Venezuela
Jewish Population
6,000
Ranked in the World
#31
Percentage of Jewish Population
0.04%
Ranked in the World
#31
28,516,000
Ranked in the World
#32
Zimbabwe
Jewish Population
200
Ranked in the World
#74
Percentage of Jewish Population
0%
Ranked in the World
#92
14,645,000
Ranked in the World
#43
FAQs
How many Jews are there in the world ?
As of 2020, the estimated global Jewish population is around 14.3 million people. The Jewish population is dispersed throughout the world, with the largest populations in Israel and the United States. Other significant Jewish populations can be found in Europe, South America, and Australia.
What percentage of the world is Jewish ?
The Jewish population represents a very small percentage of the world’s population. As of 2020, the global Jewish population is estimated to be around 14.3 million people, which is approximately 0.2% of the world’s population.
Where is Judaism mainly located ?
Judaism is mainly located in Israel and the United States, which are home to the largest Jewish populations in the world. Israel, which was founded as a Jewish state in 1948, has a Jewish population of around 6.3 million people, making up about 74% of the country’s population. In the United States, the Jewish population is estimated to be around 5.7 million people, making up about 2% of the country’s population.
How many Jews live in Israel ?
As of 2020, the estimated Jewish population in Israel is around 6.3 million people, which makes up approximately 43% of the country’s population. The Jewish population in Israel is diverse, with various religious, cultural, and ethnic groups represented, including Ashkenazi Jews, Sephardic Jews, Mizrahi Jews, and others.
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