Texas Tribune
Member-supported, nonprofit and nonpartisan newsroom informing & engaging Texans on state politics & policy. Sign up for our daily email: https://www.texastribune.org/newsletters/
315,111
Followers
53,845
Following
127,296
Tweets
56.1
Avg Engagement
5,527
Listed
No
Verified
Account Overview
What This Report Covers
This comprehensive analysis examines @TexasTribune'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:2009-06-04
- Verification:No
- Location:Austin, Texas
Data Summary
- Tweets Analyzed:3,250
- Avg Likes per Tweet:27.4
- Avg Retweets per Tweet:28.7
- Followers Analyzed:50,000
Engagement Analysis
Based on 3,250 tweetsThe Tribune's tweets typically receive a high number of likes and retweets, indicating strong audience interaction. Its content is well-received and often shared, highlighting its relevance and impact.
27.4
Avg Likes/Tweet
28.7
Avg Retweets/Tweet
89,035
Total Likes
93,221
Total Retweets
Engagement Quality Analysis
Median-based metrics that resist fake virality and outliers.
12
Median Likes
10
Median Retweets
44
75th Percentile
7,122
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
Broadcaster
Primarily shares original content
73.1%
Original
3.0%
Replies
23.8%
Retweets
0.0%
Quotes
0.0%
Threads
0.9%
With Media
80.9%
With Links
3.9%
With #Tags
33.7%
With @Mentions
0.6%
With Emojis
213
Avg Length
Audience Reaction Profile
Broadcast
Focuses on original content over replies
0.04
Reply/Original Ratio
0.0
Quote/RT Ratio
Posting Rhythm
Somewhat Bursty
Occasional posting spikes
83.9%
Weekday Posts
16.1%
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 775 retweets (24% 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 audience primarily consists of Texans interested in state politics and policy. The Tribune's content is tailored to inform and engage citizens, encouraging participation through its daily email and social media platforms.
Average
Audience Quality
26.2%
Suspicion Index
31.7%
Low-Quality %
36
Median Reach
Audience Quality Signals
Lower percentages indicate healthier, more authentic followers.
40.8%
Empty Bio
30.0%
<10 Tweets
16.2%
Mass Following (>2K)
0.0%
New (<90 days)
50.9%
Low Ratio (<0.1)
0.0%
New (<180 days)
85.5%
No URL
22.5%
<3 Tweets
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Try Bot DetectorFollower Reach & Influence
This account's followers have their own audiences, creating potential for secondary amplification.
50,391,252
Total Potential Reach
36
Median Follower Reach
236
75th Percentile Reach
10.1%
>1K followers
1.2%
>10K followers
0.3%
>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).
53.1%
Creators
26,527 accounts
17.0%
Consumers
8,495 accounts
30.0%
Dormant
14,978 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):
2,451
Verified Followers
2.43% of total
13,277
Protected Accounts
13.15% of total
6 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 | 14,103,229 | Wrestler | Wrestling, Motivation, Self-promotion |
| @maggieNYT | 1,656,583 | Journalist | Politics, Journalism, Analysis |
| @gugachacra | 1,573,620 | Journalist | International Relations, Commentator, Columnist |
| @SaraCarterDC | 1,504,656 | Journalist | Investigative journalism, National security, Conservative politics |
| @karaswisher | 1,490,840 | Journalist | Tech, Media, Podcasts |
| @AnnCurry | 1,396,724 | Journalist | Journalism, TedTalk, Future |
| @javerias | 1,334,551 | Journalist | Photography, Journalism, Child Labour |
| @MeidasTouch | 1,072,378 | Political Content Creator | Politics, Videos, Truth |
| @elijahwood | 1,011,184 | Actor | Movies, Music, Art |
| @abc13houston | 896,974 | News Anchor | News, Severe Weather, Houston |
Top Keywords in Follower Bios
Top Hashtags in Follower Bios
62,803
Followers With Bio
38,196
Followers Without Bio
62.18%
% With Bio
37.82%
% 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 analyzed24,664
Combined Engagement
6,488
Total Likes
18,176
Total Retweets
4,933
Avg per Tweet
Key Metrics for Viral Tweets
0%
With Media
0%
With Hashtags
60%
With @Mentions
40%
With Links
Topical Analysis:
RT @RobertDownen_: A man who was approved to bring his anti-"woke" training to Texas school boards previously served 60 months in federal p…
1/ Officers responding to the Uvalde shooting said they were afraid to immediately engage the gunman because he was using an AR-15, a Texas Tribune investigation has revealed. This drove their decision to wait over an hour for a Border Patrol SWAT team. https://t.co/mk4yrtPAE7
RT @zachdespart: New: Previously unreleased investigative interviews w/ police officers who responded to the Uvalde school shooting reveale…
The brewery has received threats after announcing it would no longer allow a “rally against censorship” featuring Kyle Rittenhouse to be held there. “It’s been kind of a shitstorm. But now I’m more certain than ever that I made the right decision.” https://t.co/F58hDnYvSh
RT @AP: BREAKING: Donald Trump’s lawyer says he has been indicted. The case involving payments made during his 2016 presidential campaign t…
Key Insights & Takeaways
The Tribune frequently covers high-profile political and social issues, such as the Kyle Rittenhouse rally and the Uvalde shooting, which reflect its focus on current events. Its content often sparks public debate and discussion, indicating a role in shaping public discourse. The Tribune's engagement metrics suggest that its audience is highly interested in and responsive to its reporting on state-level issues.
Strengths
- + Established follower base of 315,111
- + 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 @TexasTribune reveals an growing Twitter presence with 315,111 followers. The account demonstrates a content-creator strategy, averaging 56.1 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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