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Follower Growth Rate Calculator
Social Media Audience Growth

Formula:

Follower Growth Rate = (New Followers / Total Followers) × 100%

Enter values above to calculate growth rate

What is Follower Growth Rate?

Follower Growth Rate measures the percentage increase in your social media followers over a specific period. It's a key metric for evaluating the effectiveness of your content strategy, audience building efforts, and overall social media performance.

Why Follower Growth Rate Matters

Tracking your follower growth rate helps you understand the health and momentum of your social media presence. It allows you to:

  • Measure the effectiveness of your content strategy
  • Identify which platforms are performing best for audience growth
  • Detect changes in audience interest or algorithm impacts
  • Set realistic goals for audience building
  • Benchmark your performance against competitors

When to Use Follower Growth Rate

This metric is most valuable when:

  • Evaluating the success of social media campaigns
  • Reporting on social media performance to stakeholders
  • Planning content strategies for audience growth
  • Comparing performance across different social platforms
  • Identifying trends in your social media performance over time