Rahat is an Arab Bedouin city located in the Southern District of Israel. It serves as a significant urban center within the region, characterized by its specific demographic composition.
As of 2024, Rahat has a population of 77,997 residents. It holds the distinction of being the largest Bedouin city in Israel and is the only Bedouin settlement to have been granted official city status. Additionally, it is recognized as the largest Arab city in the country.