City of Minneapolis
Official news and information from the City of Minneapolis. For non-emergency requests, call 311.
211,084
Followers
225
Following
9,417
Tweets
47.7
Avg Engagement
1,409
Listed
Yes
Verified
Account Overview
What This Report Covers
This comprehensive analysis examines @CityMinneapolis'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:2009-03-17
- Verification:Yes
- Location:City Hall, Minneapolis, MN
Data Summary
- Tweets Analyzed:3,250
- Avg Likes per Tweet:22.7
- Avg Retweets per Tweet:24.9
- Followers Analyzed:50,000
Engagement Analysis
Based on 3,250 tweetsThe account maintains a consistent level of engagement with an average of 2,348 likes and 1,076 retweets per tweet. Verified accounts make up a small portion of its followers, indicating a mix of public and private engagement.
22.7
Avg Likes/Tweet
24.9
Avg Retweets/Tweet
73,919
Total Likes
80,994
Total Retweets
Engagement Quality Analysis
Median-based metrics that resist fake virality and outliers.
3
Median Likes
3
Median Retweets
25
75th Percentile
19,196
Top Tweet
0.23
Engagement per 1K Followers
Normalized influence metric
Viral Spikes
Engagement Pattern
Few posts get most engagement
Posting Behavior
Content style and format preferences
Mixed
Balanced content approach
40.9%
Original
29.4%
Replies
20.7%
Retweets
9.0%
Quotes
0.0%
Threads
0.2%
With Media
63.5%
With Links
16.2%
With #Tags
50.6%
With @Mentions
9.7%
With Emojis
167
Avg Length
Audience Reaction Profile
Interactive
Balances broadcasting with conversation
0.72
Reply/Original Ratio
0.43
Quote/RT Ratio
Posting Rhythm
Highly Bursty
Posts in concentrated bursts
91.9%
Weekday Posts
8.1%
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 672 retweets (21% 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 50,000 followersThe primary audience includes Minneapolis residents, visitors, and local businesses. The account also reaches individuals interested in city news and public services.
Average
Audience Quality
27.6%
Suspicion Index
38.3%
Low-Quality %
16
Median Reach
Audience Quality Signals
Lower percentages indicate healthier, more authentic followers.
48.4%
Empty Bio
37.6%
<10 Tweets
7.8%
Mass Following (>2K)
0.0%
New (<90 days)
54.5%
Low Ratio (<0.1)
0.0%
New (<180 days)
87.3%
No URL
28.2%
<3 Tweets
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Try Bot DetectorFollower Reach & Influence
This account's followers have their own audiences, creating potential for secondary amplification.
36,275,654
Total Potential Reach
16
Median Follower Reach
103
75th Percentile Reach
4.4%
>1K followers
0.5%
>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).
42.8%
Creators
21,399 accounts
19.6%
Consumers
9,809 accounts
37.6%
Dormant
18,792 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):
297
Verified Followers
0.29% of total
10,463
Protected Accounts
10.36% 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 | 14,099,855 | Wrestler | Wrestling, Motivation, Self-promotion |
| @soledadobrien | 1,317,802 | Journalist | working, mom, journalist |
| @Ilhan | 1,293,311 | Politician | Progressive politics, Minnesota, USProgressives |
| @Yamiche | 1,198,968 | Journalist | politics, journalism, news |
| @iownjd | 777,489 | Lawyer | learn, inspire, engage |
| @KAYAK | 708,451 | Travel App | Travel, App, Support |
| @JoeHennig | 616,299 | Wrestler | Wrestling, Champion, Cameo |
| @SamChampion | 518,878 | Meteorologist | Weather, News, Family |
| @EricHolthaus | 487,224 | Climate Activist | Climate justice, Youth empowerment, COP26 |
| @djkingassassin | 473,878 | DJ | Music, Club, Producer |
Top Keywords in Follower Bios
Top Hashtags in Follower Bios
40,926
Followers With Bio
60,070
Followers Without Bio
40.52%
% With Bio
59.48%
% 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 analyzed38,613
Combined Engagement
15,966
Total Likes
22,647
Total Retweets
7,723
Avg per Tweet
Key Metrics for Viral Tweets
0%
With Media
20%
With Hashtags
40%
With @Mentions
20%
With Links
Topical Analysis:
We're hearing unconfirmed reports that gas lines to the Third Precinct have been cut and other explosive materials are in the building. If you are near the building, for your safety, PLEASE RETREAT in the event the building explodes.
RT @MinneapolisPD: ALLEGATIONS OF VOTER FRAUD BEING EVALUATED. ✅ The MPD is aware of the allegations of vote harvesting. We are in the proc…
RT @MNNationalGuard: We have activated more than 500 soldiers to St. Paul, Minneapolis and surrounding communities. Our mission is to prote…
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The Interstate 35W bridge in downtown Minneapolis is lit rainbow 🌈 tonight for #pride. https://t.co/h10xSEzK0f
Key Insights & Takeaways
The account uses emojis and visual content to draw attention to critical updates, such as safety alerts. It leverages local events like Pride to promote community inclusivity and visibility. The use of hashtags and links helps drive traffic to official city resources and event pages.
Strengths
- + Established follower base of 211,084
- + 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 @CityMinneapolis reveals an growing Twitter presence with 211,084 followers. The account demonstrates a content-creator strategy, averaging 47.7 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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