Council of DC
We’re the District’s legislature, responsible for crafting laws. On Twitter, our goal is to engage with residents in an informative and conversational way.
66,028
Followers
16,576
Following
32,886
Tweets
19.4
Avg Engagement
800
Listed
No
Verified
Account Overview
What This Report Covers
This comprehensive analysis examines @councilofdc'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: Mid-Tier (10K+)
- Account Age:2011-09-12
- Verification:No
- Location:Washington, DC
Data Summary
- Tweets Analyzed:3,250
- Avg Likes per Tweet:15.6
- Avg Retweets per Tweet:3.7
- Followers Analyzed:10,000
Engagement Analysis
Based on 3,250 tweetsOn average, tweets receive around 869 likes and 166 retweets, indicating moderate engagement. The content often sparks conversations, especially around political and legislative topics.
15.6
Avg Likes/Tweet
3.7
Avg Retweets/Tweet
50,825
Total Likes
12,165
Total Retweets
Engagement Quality Analysis
Median-based metrics that resist fake virality and outliers.
1
Median Likes
0
Median Retweets
10
75th Percentile
1,503
Top Tweet
0.29
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
87.4%
Original
6.0%
Replies
1.0%
Retweets
5.7%
Quotes
0.0%
Threads
1.4%
With Media
95.0%
With Links
21.4%
With #Tags
43.3%
With @Mentions
7.8%
With Emojis
231
Avg Length
Audience Reaction Profile
Broadcast
Focuses on original content over replies
0.07
Reply/Original Ratio
6.0
Quote/RT Ratio
Posting Rhythm
Highly Bursty
Posts in concentrated bursts
87.4%
Weekday Posts
12.6%
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 31 retweets (1% 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 includes D.C. residents interested in local politics and policy. The account also reaches out to those engaged in civic discussions and advocacy.
Average
Audience Quality
26.5%
Suspicion Index
31.5%
Low-Quality %
43
Median Reach
Audience Quality Signals
Lower percentages indicate healthier, more authentic followers.
39.6%
Empty Bio
32.6%
<10 Tweets
17.2%
Mass Following (>2K)
0.0%
New (<90 days)
48.4%
Low Ratio (<0.1)
0.0%
New (<180 days)
81.8%
No URL
23.4%
<3 Tweets
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Try Bot DetectorFollower Reach & Influence
This account's followers have their own audiences, creating potential for secondary amplification.
26,268,930
Total Potential Reach
43
Median Follower Reach
236
75th Percentile Reach
8.3%
>1K followers
1.4%
>10K followers
0.4%
>50K followers
0.2%
>100K followers
Creator vs Consumer Split
Classification based on tweet activity: Creators (>100 tweets), Consumers (10-100 tweets), Dormant (<10 tweets).
47.5%
Creators
4,749 accounts
19.9%
Consumers
1,990 accounts
32.6%
Dormant
3,261 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):
150
Verified Followers
1.5% of total
1,289
Protected Accounts
12.89% of total
5 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 | 14,074,960 | Wrestler | Wrestling, Motivation, Self-promotion |
| @IamMzilikazi | 553,676 | Musician | Pan-African music, Album, Rise |
| @fred_guttenberg | 530,680 | Activist | Gun safety, activism, family |
| @Simonna | 504,253 | Actress | Film & TV, Singer, Veggie lover |
| @NationalZoo | 452,312 | Zoologist | animals, conservation, education |
| @cbouzy | 379,666 | Entrepreneur | coding, development, entrepreneurship |
| @wmata | 308,368 | Transportation | Transit, Service updates, Emergencies |
| @GoogleExpertUK | 263,258 | SEO Expert | SEO, Cruise, Art |
| @SSscoop475 | 247,218 | Activist | World Peace, Civil Rights, Tibetan Buddhism |
| @NickKnudsenUS | 239,287 | Activist | Writing, Democracy, Activism |
Top Keywords in Follower Bios
Top Hashtags in Follower Bios
6,043
Followers With Bio
3,957
Followers Without Bio
60.43%
% With Bio
39.57%
% 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 analyzed6,161
Combined Engagement
5,354
Total Likes
807
Total Retweets
1,232
Avg per Tweet
Key Metrics for Viral Tweets
0%
With Media
40%
With Hashtags
40%
With @Mentions
100%
With Links
Topical Analysis:
Not Wordle, just the 51st state #DCStatehood https://t.co/i36lH8Kylo
47 years ago, on this date in 1976, @wmata Metrorail service began operating https://t.co/zI7bDxldPg
Four years ago today, we lost Anthony Bourdain. His quote below on Washington vs. the District, from the conclusion of his 2009 "No Reservations" show about DC, resonates now more than ever. RIP. #BourdainDay #AnthonyBourdain https://t.co/avaYHkTtGQ
I’m sorry Virginia, but if DC is going to have to watch your incessant political ads, we’re going to need to take Arlington and Alexandria back https://t.co/Sq3pFNmv3S
46 years ago, on this date in 1976, @wmata Metrorail service began operating https://t.co/Z0RaWT35tQ
Key Insights & Takeaways
The account frequently highlights DC statehood and related political issues, showing a focus on advocacy and representation. It shares historical and factual content, which helps build trust and credibility with the audience. The use of humor and direct language makes the content more relatable and engaging for followers.
Strengths
- + Established follower base of 66,028
- + 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 @councilofdc reveals an growing Twitter presence with 66,028 followers. The account demonstrates a content-creator strategy, averaging 19.4 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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