Last updated: March 2, 2026 by Maria Gonzalez

How to Calculate Instagram Engagement Rate

Formula

Instagram ER is (likes + comments) per post divided by followers, times 100.

Benchmarks: under 1% is low, 1-3% is average, 3-6% is good, over 6% is excellent.

Common use cases:

  • Audit Instagram account performance
  • Evaluate influencers for brand deals
  • Track engagement trends over time

Frequently Asked Questions

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Maria Gonzalez

Registered Dietitian, RD, MPH

Maria is a Registered Dietitian with a Master's in Public Health. She focuses on evidence-based nutrition assessment tools including BMI, calorie calculations, and body composition analysis.

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