New York City Council
The New York City Council is comprised of 51 Members and is led by @NYCSpeakerAdams.
113,003
Followers
599
Following
36,562
Tweets
8.6
Avg Engagement
1,652
Listed
No
Verified
Account Overview
What This Report Covers
This comprehensive analysis examines @NYCCouncil'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:2009-01-12
- Verification:No
- Location:New York, NY
Data Summary
- Tweets Analyzed:3,250
- Avg Likes per Tweet:2.2
- Avg Retweets per Tweet:6.3
- Followers Analyzed:10,999
Engagement Analysis
Based on 3,250 tweetsOn average, tweets receive 106 likes and 30 retweets, indicating moderate engagement. Verified accounts make up 1.1% of the followers, suggesting a mix of public and official engagement.
2.2
Avg Likes/Tweet
6.3
Avg Retweets/Tweet
7,264
Total Likes
20,627
Total Retweets
Engagement Quality Analysis
Median-based metrics that resist fake virality and outliers.
0
Median Likes
3
Median Retweets
7
75th Percentile
2,885
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
Curator
Amplifies others content frequently
19.6%
Original
4.0%
Replies
76.2%
Retweets
0.2%
Quotes
0.0%
Threads
0.2%
With Media
94.5%
With Links
21.8%
With #Tags
88.1%
With @Mentions
16.7%
With Emojis
251
Avg Length
Audience Reaction Profile
Broadcast
Focuses on original content over replies
0.2
Reply/Original Ratio
0.0
Quote/RT Ratio
Posting Rhythm
Somewhat Bursty
Occasional posting spikes
94.1%
Weekday Posts
5.9%
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 2,475 retweets (76% 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 10,999 followersThe primary audience includes residents of New York City, local policymakers, and community organizations. The content is tailored to inform and engage citizens about city governance and cultural events.
Average
Audience Quality
33.4%
Suspicion Index
45.9%
Low-Quality %
8
Median Reach
Audience Quality Signals
Lower percentages indicate healthier, more authentic followers.
52.1%
Empty Bio
50.4%
<10 Tweets
9.4%
Mass Following (>2K)
0.0%
New (<90 days)
63.6%
Low Ratio (<0.1)
0.0%
New (<180 days)
86.9%
No URL
39.7%
<3 Tweets
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Try Bot DetectorFollower Reach & Influence
This account's followers have their own audiences, creating potential for secondary amplification.
20,518,208
Total Potential Reach
8
Median Follower Reach
72
75th Percentile Reach
4.4%
>1K followers
0.7%
>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).
30.8%
Creators
3,392 accounts
18.7%
Consumers
2,061 accounts
50.4%
Dormant
5,546 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):
126
Verified Followers
1.15% of total
945
Protected Accounts
8.59% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| @JohnCena | 14,093,774 | Wrestler | Wrestling, Motivation, Self-promotion |
| @thereidout | 593,926 | Journalist | Politics, News, Commentary |
| @ChakaKhan | 483,149 | Singer | Music, Fashion, Activism |
| @spiceofficial | 373,538 | Musician | Music, Emancipation, Collaboration |
| @davenewworld_2 | 289,463 | Reporter | Racism, Reporting, Media |
| @1drcole | 187,363 | Doctor | Health, Animals, Climate |
| @TheJuanWilliams | 156,385 | Political Commentator | - |
| @BradReason | 153,311 | Digital Activist | Democrats, Social Reform, Progressive Causes |
| @ChrisJZullo | 136,523 | Political commentator | Politics, Environment, Economics |
| @Chicago_History | 122,067 | Historian | Chicago, History, Beer |
Top Keywords in Follower Bios
Top Hashtags in Follower Bios
5,270
Followers With Bio
5,729
Followers Without Bio
47.91%
% With Bio
52.09%
% 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 analyzed4,362
Combined Engagement
331
Total Likes
4,031
Total Retweets
872
Avg per Tweet
Key Metrics for Viral Tweets
0%
With Media
0%
With Hashtags
80%
With @Mentions
100%
With Links
Topical Analysis:
RT @ebottcher: The morning after a bigot set fire to the pride flag outside Little Prince restaurant in SoHo, we raised a new flag. Our community will not be intimidated. https://t.co/X9T4KmGjom https://t.co/f36rNudqx0
RT @OsseChi: I am heartbroken by the news of the loss of Deandre Matthews, a 19yo Black, gay resident of our community who was shot and burned alive. I want to send my sincerest condolences to his family in these tough times, and our community should remain on alert. https://t.co
This week, @cmmvelaz, @BobHoldenNYC, and @CMDMCarr welcomed our city’s Kosovan community to the People’s House to celebrate Kosovo Independence Day. https://t.co/l3TJmiQ9lA
RT @ebottcher: Today I had the honor of welcoming Montana Rep. Zooey Zephyr to New York City Hall. (cont.) https://t.co/OGK5f6XLEb
November is Puerto Rican Heritage Month in our city and we honor and celebrate the many indelible contributions the Puerto Rican community have made to the rich diversity of our city and state. ¡Que Viva Puerto Rico! https://t.co/4i0hgu9UdR
Key Insights & Takeaways
The Council actively promotes cultural events and community recognition, which helps build public support and inclusivity. Legislative updates, such as the Rat Action Plan, show the Council's focus on addressing urban challenges and public safety. Collaboration with local figures and organizations enhances the Council's visibility and credibility in the community.
Strengths
- + Established follower base of 113,003
- + 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 @NYCCouncil reveals an growing Twitter presence with 113,003 followers. The account demonstrates a content-creator strategy, averaging 8.6 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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