According to the Palestinian Central Bureau of Statistics (PCBS) census in 1997, Shokat as-Sufi had a population of 5,663 of which 90% were Palestinian refugees.
Menurut sensus Badan Pusat Statistik Palestina (PCBS) tahun 1997, Shokat as-Sufi dihuni oleh 5.663 jiwa; 90% di antaranya adalah pengungsi Palestina.