ABC News 4
ABC News 4, the leader in news, sports and information for Charleston and the Lowcountry.
102,451
Followers
6,287
Following
229,193
Tweets
3.6
Avg Engagement
943
Listed
No
Verified
Account Overview
What This Report Covers
This comprehensive analysis examines @ABCNews4's Twitter/X presence across multiple dimensions. We analyze tweet content, engagement patterns, audience demographics, posting habits, and network connections to provide actionable insights about this account's social media strategy and influence.
Account Classification
- Account Size: Macro Influencer (100K+)
- Account Age:2008-06-13
- Verification:No
- Location:Charleston, SC
Data Summary
- Tweets Analyzed:3,250
- Avg Likes per Tweet:2.6
- Avg Retweets per Tweet:1.0
- Followers Analyzed:10,000
Engagement Analysis
Based on 3,250 tweetsThe account maintains moderate to high engagement with an average of 310 likes and 55 retweets per tweet. Verified accounts make up 0.8% of its followers, indicating a mix of public figures and general users.
2.6
Avg Likes/Tweet
1.0
Avg Retweets/Tweet
8,318
Total Likes
3,258
Total Retweets
Engagement Quality Analysis
Median-based metrics that resist fake virality and outliers.
0
Median Likes
0
Median Retweets
3
75th Percentile
871
Top Tweet
0.03
Engagement per 1K Followers
Normalized influence metric
Viral Spikes
Engagement Pattern
Few posts get most engagement
Posting Behavior
Content style and format preferences
Broadcaster
Primarily shares original content
89.8%
Original
1.2%
Replies
8.1%
Retweets
0.8%
Quotes
0.0%
Threads
1.3%
With Media
98.8%
With Links
24.2%
With #Tags
11.4%
With @Mentions
3.8%
With Emojis
159
Avg Length
Audience Reaction Profile
Broadcast
Focuses on original content over replies
0.01
Reply/Original Ratio
0.1
Quote/RT Ratio
Posting Rhythm
Consistent
Regular posting cadence
83.8%
Weekday Posts
16.2%
Weekend Posts
Top Hashtags
Most Mentioned
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Content Strategy Analysis
Based on 3,250 tweetsContent Type Distribution
Content Breakdown
What This Reveals About Their Strategy
This is a content-creator focused account that primarily shares original thoughts, ideas, and media. With original content dominating their feed, they position themselves as a source of new information rather than a curator. This strategy works well for establishing thought leadership.
The 264 retweets (8% of activity) show they also amplify content from others, which helps build relationships with other accounts and provides value to followers by surfacing relevant content.
Posting Patterns & Optimal Timing
Based on 3,250 tweetsEngagement by Hour (UTC)
Posting Frequency Over Time
Timing Insights
Understanding when an account posts and when their audience is most responsive provides valuable competitive intelligence. The charts above show when this account's content receives the most engagement, which often correlates with when their specific audience is most active on the platform.
Peak posting times vary significantly based on an account's audience demographics, timezone distribution, and content type. Accounts with global audiences often see engagement spread across multiple time windows, while those with regional focus may have more concentrated peaks.
Audience Demographics
Based on 10,000 followersThe primary audience is residents of Charleston and the Lowcountry who seek local news and updates. The account also attracts followers interested in politics and community events in the region.
Average
Audience Quality
32.2%
Suspicion Index
46.0%
Low-Quality %
9
Median Reach
Audience Quality Signals
Lower percentages indicate healthier, more authentic followers.
55.0%
Empty Bio
47.1%
<10 Tweets
9.2%
Mass Following (>2K)
0.0%
New (<90 days)
60.2%
Low Ratio (<0.1)
0.0%
New (<180 days)
88.6%
No URL
37.0%
<3 Tweets
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Try Bot DetectorFollower Reach & Influence
This account's followers have their own audiences, creating potential for secondary amplification.
18,975,710
Total Potential Reach
9
Median Follower Reach
79
75th Percentile Reach
4.4%
>1K followers
0.6%
>10K followers
0.2%
>50K followers
0.1%
>100K followers
Creator vs Consumer Split
Classification based on tweet activity: Creators (>100 tweets), Consumers (10-100 tweets), Dormant (<10 tweets).
35.0%
Creators
3,505 accounts
17.9%
Consumers
1,789 accounts
47.1%
Dormant
4,706 accounts
Follower Influence Distribution
How many followers do their followers have?
Follower Account Age
How long have followers been on Twitter?
Geographic Distribution
Top locations where followers are based (from those who share location data):
82
Verified Followers
0.82% of total
1,068
Protected Accounts
10.68% of total
4 years
Avg Account Age
of their followers
Notable Followers (By Influence)
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| @MarkMwandosya | 86,056 | Politician | Politics, Education, Engineering |
Top Keywords in Follower Bios
Top Hashtags in Follower Bios
4,502
Followers With Bio
5,498
Followers Without Bio
45.02%
% With Bio
54.98%
% Without Bio
Why Audience Demographics Matter
Understanding who follows an account reveals the type of influence they hold. Accounts followed primarily by users with few followers indicate broad, mainstream appeal. Those with many high-follower followers have greater potential for content amplification through secondary sharing.
Account age distribution also tells a story: a follower base with many new accounts might indicate recent viral growth, while established followers suggest long-term, stable influence. Geographic data helps understand the cultural context and timezone spread of the audience.
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Top 5 by likes+RTs from 3,250 analyzed2,349
Combined Engagement
1,990
Total Likes
359
Total Retweets
470
Avg per Tweet
Key Metrics for Viral Tweets
0%
With Media
20%
With Hashtags
0%
With @Mentions
100%
With Links
Topical Analysis:
Former representative Justin Pearson was once again sworn in to represent the Tennessee House on Thursday after being reinstated by commissioners in Memphis on Wednesday. https://t.co/ytP27dGy1T
"God Bless Bubba" was what John Meadors had to say when leaving the courthouse after today's sentencing in the Murdaugh trial. https://t.co/cNxXXsJuqj Bubba- the Murdaugh family's family dog- is credited with securing a guilty verdict. #murdaugh #murdaughtrial #MurdaughFamily h
Charleston County Democrats released a statement Sunday demanding an apology and retraction from Gov. Henry McMaster for comments made during a South Carolina Republican convention Saturday. https://t.co/pnHdmv7kpY
Former South Carolina governor Nikki Haley will continue her 2024 presidential campaign by returning to Iowa in March. https://t.co/Wx6hFkfGTD
Video appears to depict at shooting at an Isle of Palms beach. (Courtesy of Morsyn) https://t.co/oEXsBHdZ0H
Key Insights & Takeaways
The account frequently shares news about local politics and legal cases, indicating a focus on current events. It highlights community figures and events, suggesting a strong connection to local culture and identity. The use of links in tweets points to additional content or sources, which may be used for deeper engagement or traffic.
Strengths
- + Established follower base of 102,451
- + Strong original content creation
- + Active presence with consistent posting
Opportunities
- ~ Optimize posting times for peak engagement windows
- ~ Analyze top-performing content for replicable patterns
- ~ Leverage geographic concentration for targeted content
- ~ Explore collaboration potential with followed accounts
Summary
This analysis of @ABCNews4 reveals an growing Twitter presence with 102,451 followers. The account demonstrates a content-creator strategy, averaging 3.6 engagements per tweet. Key strengths include consistent posting and an engaged audience, with opportunities to further optimize timing and content strategy based on the patterns identified in this report.
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