Israel’s Jewish Ethiopian population reached 177,600 in 2024

The Jewish population of Ethiopian origin in Israel reached approximately 177,600 in 2024, reflecting ongoing immigration waves and demographic changes. This marks a significant increase from past figures, with estimates showing around 171,600 residents of Ethiopian descent at the end of 2023, and about 168,800 in 2022.​

Key Highlights of the 2024 Data

  • The population of Ethiopian Jews in Israel has continued to grow, with recent efforts to facilitate immigration, including plans approved in 2025 to bring an additional 2,000 Ethiopian Jews.​

  • As of September 2025, Israel's overall population was over 10 million, with the Jewish population comprising about 7.76 million, including the Ethiopian Jewish community.​

  • Immigration efforts have included evacuations from Ethiopia, with thousands arriving in recent years through operations such as Operation Tzur Yisrael and subsequent initiatives to bring more Ethiopian Jews to Israel, although many remain in camps and awaiting immigration.​

  • The Ethiopian community in Israel is concentrated mainly in central and southern regions, with significant populations in localities like Netanya and Qiryat Mal’akhi.​

Demographic and Social Aspects

  • The community is diverse, with a mix of those born in Ethiopia and Israeli-born descendants, and a significant number of new immigrants identifying as Christians, leading to government adjustments regarding immigration policies.​

  • The community is actively growing in educational participation, with the number of students of Ethiopian origin in higher education increasing by about 29.7% since 2016/17.​

  • The community faces ongoing challenges related to integration, immigration logistics, and political advocacy to facilitate the return of remaining Ethiopian Jews in camps to Israel.​

This ongoing migration highlights Israel’s persistent efforts to consolidate Ethiopian Jewry, amid demographic shifts and political debates over the size and composition of the community.

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Israel’s Central Bureau of Statistics released new figures on the Ethiopian community ahead of the Sigd holiday.


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