KTLA
L.A.’s Very Own KTLA 5. Keeping Southern California informed since 1947.
973,799
Followers
1,130
Following
274,581
Tweets
80.5
Avg Engagement
4,460
Listed
No
Verified
Account Overview
What This Report Covers
This comprehensive analysis examines @KTLA'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:2007-11-14
- Verification:No
- Location:Los Angeles, California
Data Summary
- Tweets Analyzed:3,250
- Avg Likes per Tweet:44.9
- Avg Retweets per Tweet:35.6
- Followers Analyzed:50,000
Engagement Analysis
Based on 3,250 tweetsKTLA's tweets typically receive a high number of likes and retweets, indicating strong audience interaction. The account maintains consistent engagement through timely and impactful content.
44.9
Avg Likes/Tweet
35.6
Avg Retweets/Tweet
145,970
Total Likes
115,776
Total Retweets
Engagement Quality Analysis
Median-based metrics that resist fake virality and outliers.
16
Median Likes
5
Median Retweets
46
75th Percentile
20,899
Top Tweet
0.08
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
83.5%
Original
3.0%
Replies
12.7%
Retweets
0.8%
Quotes
0.0%
Threads
1.0%
With Media
92.2%
With Links
15.8%
With #Tags
25.9%
With @Mentions
2.8%
With Emojis
144
Avg Length
Audience Reaction Profile
Broadcast
Focuses on original content over replies
0.04
Reply/Original Ratio
0.06
Quote/RT Ratio
Posting Rhythm
Consistent
Regular posting cadence
80.8%
Weekday Posts
19.2%
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 414 retweets (13% 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 is residents of Southern California who rely on KTLA for local news and updates. The account also attracts national and international followers interested in breaking news.
Below Average
Audience Quality
36.2%
Suspicion Index
55.2%
Low-Quality %
4
Median Reach
Audience Quality Signals
Lower percentages indicate healthier, more authentic followers.
65.9%
Empty Bio
54.7%
<10 Tweets
6.3%
Mass Following (>2K)
0.0%
New (<90 days)
67.8%
Low Ratio (<0.1)
0.0%
New (<180 days)
91.3%
No URL
44.5%
<3 Tweets
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Try Bot DetectorFollower Reach & Influence
This account's followers have their own audiences, creating potential for secondary amplification.
17,657,939
Total Potential Reach
4
Median Follower Reach
36
75th Percentile Reach
2.8%
>1K followers
0.3%
>10K followers
0.1%
>50K followers
0.0%
>100K followers
Creator vs Consumer Split
Classification based on tweet activity: Creators (>100 tweets), Consumers (10-100 tweets), Dormant (<10 tweets).
27.6%
Creators
13,793 accounts
17.7%
Consumers
8,862 accounts
54.7%
Dormant
27,345 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):
756
Verified Followers
0.75% of total
7,103
Protected Accounts
7.03% of total
3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| @LAClippers | 2,006,104 | Sports Team | Basketball, Los Angeles, Clippers |
| @MilesSTEREOS | 861,771 | Musician | Guitarist, Writer, Producer |
| @ZachBoychuk | 830,007 | Hockey Player | Hockey, Meme/NFT Trading, Ethereum |
| @NOH8Campaign | 801,902 | Activism | equality, bullying, discrimination |
| @ChakaKhan | 484,890 | Singer | Music, Fashion, Activism |
| @sebroche | 458,515 | - | - |
| @iamprincekash | 409,967 | - | - |
| @tomgreenlive | 376,758 | Comedian | comedy, podcasting, videos |
| @keithboykin | 249,108 | Author | Politics, Author, America |
| @dotmariejones | 231,547 | Actress | Acting, Speaking, Engagements |
Top Keywords in Follower Bios
Top Hashtags in Follower Bios
31,818
Followers With Bio
69,176
Followers Without Bio
31.5%
% With Bio
68.5%
% 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 analyzed50,799
Combined Engagement
0
Total Likes
50,799
Total Retweets
10,160
Avg per Tweet
Key Metrics for Viral Tweets
0%
With Media
100%
With Hashtags
100%
With @Mentions
80%
With Links
Topical Analysis:
RT @TheAcademy: Best Actor in a Leading Role goes to Brendan Fraser! #Oscars #Oscars95 https://t.co/rWIHrR9BS9
RT @TheAcademy: Congratulations to Ke Huy Quan on winning Best Supporting Actor! @allatoncemovie #Oscars95 https://t.co/VEI3I0bZDh
RT @LAClippers: Welcome to #ClipperNation, Russell Westbrook! https://t.co/6CsR1OF6OB
RT @TheAcademy: Congratulations on your win for Best Directing, Daniels! #Oscars #Oscars95 https://t.co/6f4sqLnLkJ
RT @TheAcademy: You never forget your first. Congratulations to @jamieleecurtis for winning the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress! #Oscars9…
Key Insights & Takeaways
KTLA prioritizes breaking news and real-time updates, which drive high engagement. The account frequently shares content related to infrastructure and transportation projects. Verified status and consistent posting contribute to its credibility and follower growth.
Strengths
- + Established follower base of 973,799
- + 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 @KTLA reveals an growing Twitter presence with 973,799 followers. The account demonstrates a content-creator strategy, averaging 80.5 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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