Chicago magazine
We are Chicago.
265,214
Followers
353
Following
54,401
Tweets
8.0
Avg Engagement
3,022
Listed
No
Verified
Account Overview
What This Report Covers
This comprehensive analysis examines @ChicagoMag'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:2008-10-17
- Verification:No
- Location:Chicago, IL
Data Summary
- Tweets Analyzed:3,245
- Avg Likes per Tweet:5.3
- Avg Retweets per Tweet:2.7
- Followers Analyzed:50,000
Engagement Analysis
Based on 3,245 tweetsOn average, tweets receive 413 likes and 96 retweets, indicating moderate engagement. The account's content is likely shared by followers interested in Chicago's sports and community efforts.
5.3
Avg Likes/Tweet
2.7
Avg Retweets/Tweet
17,084
Total Likes
8,784
Total Retweets
Engagement Quality Analysis
Median-based metrics that resist fake virality and outliers.
2
Median Likes
1
Median Retweets
7
75th Percentile
1,198
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
88.8%
Original
0.8%
Replies
10.4%
Retweets
0.1%
Quotes
0.0%
Threads
1.6%
With Media
93.6%
With Links
2.0%
With #Tags
19.8%
With @Mentions
0.4%
With Emojis
147
Avg Length
Audience Reaction Profile
Broadcast
Focuses on original content over replies
0.01
Reply/Original Ratio
0.01
Quote/RT Ratio
Posting Rhythm
Somewhat Bursty
Occasional posting spikes
77.4%
Weekday Posts
22.6%
Weekend Posts
Top Hashtags
Most Mentioned
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Content Strategy Analysis
Based on 3,245 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 338 retweets (10% 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 3,245 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 50,000 followersThe audience is likely residents of Chicago and sports fans interested in local teams like the White Sox and Bulls. It also appeals to those interested in community-driven projects and local culture.
Average
Audience Quality
29.8%
Suspicion Index
38.1%
Low-Quality %
18
Median Reach
Audience Quality Signals
Lower percentages indicate healthier, more authentic followers.
47.3%
Empty Bio
38.5%
<10 Tweets
11.7%
Mass Following (>2K)
0.0%
New (<90 days)
60.1%
Low Ratio (<0.1)
0.0%
New (<180 days)
81.8%
No URL
28.9%
<3 Tweets
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Try Bot DetectorFollower Reach & Influence
This account's followers have their own audiences, creating potential for secondary amplification.
42,867,538
Total Potential Reach
18
Median Follower Reach
118
75th Percentile Reach
5.4%
>1K followers
0.7%
>10K followers
0.1%
>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).
42.0%
Creators
20,986 accounts
19.5%
Consumers
9,761 accounts
38.5%
Dormant
19,253 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):
322
Verified Followers
0.32% of total
9,491
Protected Accounts
9.49% of total
7 years
Avg Account Age
of their followers
Notable Followers (By Influence)
Top accounts following this user, sorted by their follower count:
| Username | Followers | Profession | Interests |
|---|---|---|---|
| @JohnCena | 14,101,991 | Wrestler | Wrestling, Motivation, Self-promotion |
| @zlj517 | 1,985,612 | Spokesman | Geopolitics, Diplomacy, Communication |
| @NOH8Campaign | 801,391 | Activism | equality, bullying, discrimination |
| @TylerFlorence | 635,176 | Chef | Cooking, Filmmaking, Creative Agency |
| @Ahmad_Neamah | 628,111 | Islamic Scholar | Islamic Jurisprudence, Religious Education, Religious Authority |
| @lollapalooza | 548,084 | Event Organizer | Music festivals, Chicago, Lake Michigan |
| @DaveVescio | 539,429 | Actor | Movies, Art, Transformation |
| @aliciagrimes71 | 499,758 | Influencer | Youtube influencers, Music, Magazine |
| @ChakaKhan | 484,446 | Singer | Music, Fashion, Activism |
| @djkingassassin | 474,265 | DJ | Music, Club, Producer |
Top Keywords in Follower Bios
Top Hashtags in Follower Bios
40,438
Followers With Bio
59,562
Followers Without Bio
40.44%
% With Bio
59.56%
% 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 3,245 analyzed3,674
Combined Engagement
2,954
Total Likes
720
Total Retweets
735
Avg per Tweet
Key Metrics for Viral Tweets
0%
With Media
0%
With Hashtags
40%
With @Mentions
100%
With Links
Topical Analysis:
Jason Benetti became the White Sox play-by-play broadcaster in 2019. "I assumed Jason was deeply tired of being held up as an Inspirational Story. He is — sort of. And yet his disability is a significant part of what drives him," says writer Peter Sagal. https://t.co/seL6teN30B
In our November cover story, @DeMar_DeRozan of the @chicagobulls talks about his killer offseason workout, what he likes about playing for Coach Donovan, and why he always sits in the third row of an SUV. https://t.co/RLRJARcyQP https://t.co/qr5zRWUa2f
With a paid staff of four and more than 200 volunteer drivers and overnight hosts, @MidwestAccess helps at least 120 women a month with the logistics and cost of traveling to Illinois for a safe, legal abortion. https://t.co/Vf8AG3rQJ5
The youngest African American woman ever to serve in the House of Representatives came into Congress with a class of "big personalities." Her softer approach isn't going unnoticed. And part of it is certainly tactical. https://t.co/5RwtefgV2q
"Chicago has never spread gun control to Red America. Instead, Red America has imposed its libertine gun laws on Chicago." https://t.co/u15dN7k1IL
Key Insights & Takeaways
The account highlights local sports figures and their personal stories, which can build a connection with followers. It promotes community initiatives like @MidwestAccess, showing a focus on supporting local causes. The use of verified accounts and local influencers helps establish credibility and relevance.
Strengths
- + Established follower base of 265,214
- + 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 @ChicagoMag reveals an growing Twitter presence with 265,214 followers. The account demonstrates a content-creator strategy, averaging 8.0 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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