5 Countries With The Largest Jewish Population In The World

In this article, we will take a look at the 5 countries with the largest Jewish population in the world. If you want to read our discussion on the Jewish community, you can go directly to the 20 Countries With The Largest Jewish Population In The World.

5. United Kingdom

Jewish Population = 312,000          

Percentage of World Jewry = 1.9%

The Jewish population in the UK is estimated to be around 312,000, making it the fifth largest country with a Jewish population. The country’s Jewish community has a rich history, with Jewish settlements dating back to Roman times.

4. Canada

Jewish Population = 398,000           

Percentage of World Jewry = 2.6%

Canada has a Jewish population of approximately 398,000. The Jewish community in Canada mainly dates to the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

3. France

Jewish Population = 440,000           

Percentage of World Jewry = 2.9%

France has a Jewish population of around 440,000, making it the European country with the largest Jewish population. The Jewish community in France dates back to Roman times, and over the centuries, Jewish communities have been established in major cities such as Paris and Marseille.

2. Israel

Jewish Population = 7,208,000         

Percentage of World Jewry = 42.9%

Israel is the only Jewish state in the world, with a Jewish population of approximately 7.2 million. This accounts for about 43% of the total Jewish population.

1. United States

Jewish Population = 7,500,000         

Percentage of World Jewry = 44.7%

The US is at the first position on our list of countries with the largest Jewish population in the world. The country has a Jewish population of around 7.5 million. This makes up for around 44.7% of the world’s Jewish population.