Last updated: March 2, 2026 by Emily Taylor

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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Emily Taylor

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Emily is a Certified Public Accountant with an MBA in Finance. She has over 10 years of experience in tax planning, business accounting, and personal finance advisory. She develops practical financial tools for everyday money management.

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