Mayor Marty Walsh
This is an archived account for former Mayor Martin J. Walsh, 54th Mayor of the City of Boston. Follow @USDOL for updates.
301,861
Followers
2,065
Following
21,660
Tweets
53.5
Avg Engagement
1,851
Listed
No
Verified
Account Overview
What This Report Covers
This comprehensive analysis examines @marty_walsh'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:2009-09-27
- Verification:No
- Location:Boston, Mass.
Data Summary
- Tweets Analyzed:3,200
- Avg Likes per Tweet:43.1
- Avg Retweets per Tweet:10.4
- Followers Analyzed:50,000
Engagement Analysis
Based on 3,200 tweetsThe account has a high average number of likes and retweets, indicating strong audience interaction. The content is well-received and shared by followers.
43.1
Avg Likes/Tweet
10.4
Avg Retweets/Tweet
137,985
Total Likes
33,372
Total Retweets
Engagement Quality Analysis
Median-based metrics that resist fake virality and outliers.
11
Median Likes
5
Median Retweets
42
75th Percentile
4,751
Top Tweet
0.18
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
37.5%
Original
45.9%
Replies
8.9%
Retweets
7.6%
Quotes
0.0%
Threads
0.4%
With Media
46.6%
With Links
33.6%
With #Tags
35.5%
With @Mentions
10.7%
With Emojis
194
Avg Length
Audience Reaction Profile
Conversational
Engages heavily in discussions
1.22
Reply/Original Ratio
0.86
Quote/RT Ratio
Posting Rhythm
Highly Bursty
Posts in concentrated bursts
89.0%
Weekday Posts
11.0%
Weekend Posts
Top Hashtags
Most Mentioned
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Content Strategy Analysis
Based on 3,200 tweetsContent Type Distribution
Content Breakdown
What This Reveals About Their Strategy
This account prioritizes community engagement over content broadcasting. With replies making up the majority of their activity, they invest significant time in conversations, building relationships with followers and participating in discussions. This approach typically leads to higher loyalty and more authentic connections.
The 285 retweets (9% 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 3,200 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 likely includes former residents of Boston, political supporters, and individuals interested in public service. They are engaged with content related to his career and public service.
Average
Audience Quality
24.9%
Suspicion Index
33.2%
Low-Quality %
27
Median Reach
Audience Quality Signals
Lower percentages indicate healthier, more authentic followers.
46.6%
Empty Bio
29.4%
<10 Tweets
9.7%
Mass Following (>2K)
0.0%
New (<90 days)
49.5%
Low Ratio (<0.1)
0.0%
New (<180 days)
85.8%
No URL
19.8%
<3 Tweets
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Try Bot DetectorFollower Reach & Influence
This account's followers have their own audiences, creating potential for secondary amplification.
50,448,515
Total Potential Reach
27
Median Follower Reach
146
75th Percentile Reach
5.6%
>1K followers
0.8%
>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).
48.9%
Creators
24,445 accounts
21.7%
Consumers
10,835 accounts
29.4%
Dormant
14,720 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):
1,190
Verified Followers
1.18% of total
14,013
Protected Accounts
13.87% of total
8 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 | 14,103,261 | Wrestler | Wrestling, Motivation, Self-promotion |
| @Meta | 13,955,778 | Tech Entrepreneur | Gaming, Metaverse, Social Connection |
| @PeteButtigieg | 3,713,206 | Politician | politics, family, writing |
| @RedSox | 2,223,605 | Sports Team | Baseball, Boston, Champions |
| @NickKristof | 1,951,970 | Farmer | Oregon, farmer, author |
| @davidortiz | 1,536,294 | Baseball Player | Baseball, Red Sox, Broadcasting |
| @joncoopertweets | 1,255,868 | Political Strategist | Politics, Fundraising, Campaigns |
| @davidhogg111 | 1,239,655 | Activist | politics, activism, advocacy |
| @morningmika | 1,035,689 | - | - |
| @EdKrassen | 916,333 | Journalist | Politics, Journalism, Author |
Top Keywords in Follower Bios
Top Hashtags in Follower Bios
49,738
Followers With Bio
51,260
Followers Without Bio
49.25%
% With Bio
50.75%
% 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 3,200 analyzed16,787
Combined Engagement
15,463
Total Likes
1,324
Total Retweets
3,357
Avg per Tweet
Key Metrics for Viral Tweets
0%
With Media
20%
With Hashtags
40%
With @Mentions
60%
With Links
Topical Analysis:
President-Elect @JoeBiden and Vice President-elect @KamalaHarris have nominated me to be Secretary of Labor, and I have accepted this honor. If confirmed by the US Senate, I will step down as Mayor and City Council President @Kim_Janey will become Acting Mayor.
Boston, serving as your Mayor for seven years has been a dream come true for this child of immigrants born and raised in our city. Thank you for everything. https://t.co/fcKsaIk2Zd
This evening, I officially resigned as Mayor of the City of Boston. I am deeply proud of the work we have done together to advance our city and all its people. Follow @USDOL for updates as we build back the American workforce and our economic recovery. https://t.co/OJKIUnPtd3
Boston and our country can’t afford to have President Trump play politics with an economic stimulus bill. #COVID19 continues to hurt families and small businesses in places like Boston and in Massachusetts.
I congratulate President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris on their historic election. https://t.co/4oUBFWTYiD
Key Insights & Takeaways
The account is primarily focused on Walsh's transition from mayor to Secretary of Labor, highlighting his career milestones. The content emphasizes gratitude and reflection on his time in public service, resonating with his audience. The account serves as an archive, providing historical context and updates on his current role.
Strengths
- + Established follower base of 301,861
- + High community engagement through conversations
- + 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 @marty_walsh reveals an growing Twitter presence with 301,861 followers. The account demonstrates a conversation-first approach, averaging 53.5 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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