Number of deaths in Israel today so far:
113
A person dies approximately every 595.54 seconds
Number of deaths per year: 52,954
Number of deaths per day: 145
Number of deaths per hour: 6
Source: United Nations World Population Prospects 2024
Methodology: The figures shown on this page are based on projections from the 2024 revision of World Population Prospects. Deaths are distributed evenly across the year to produce per-day and per-second estimates. Actual daily counts may vary due to seasonal factors, disease outbreaks, or natural disasters.
The table below shows the top 10 causes of death in Israel according to 2021 data from the World Health Organization.
| Rank | Cause | Annual Deaths |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ischaemic heart disease | 5,766 |
| 2 | COVID-19 | 5,646 |
| 3 | Alzheimer disease and other dementias | 3,947 |
| 4 | Stroke | 2,904 |
| 5 | Kidney diseases | 2,668 |
| 6 | Diabetes mellitus | 2,371 |
| 7 | Trachea, bronchus, lung cancers | 1,987 |
| 8 | Lower respiratory infections | 1,803 |
| 9 | Colon and rectum cancers | 1,672 |
| 10 | Breast cancer | 1,621 |
Source: WHO Global Health Estimates 2021
What is the leading cause of death in Israel?
The leading cause of death in Israel is Ischaemic heart disease, approximately 5,766 deaths per year.
What are the top causes of death in Israel?
The top three causes of death in Israel are Ischaemic heart disease, COVID-19, and Alzheimer disease and other dementias.
How many people die from Ischaemic heart disease in Israel each year?
Approximately 5,766 people die from Ischaemic heart disease in Israel each year, making it the country's leading cause of mortality.