Top 70 Black Tech Influencers in 2026
The September 2026 snapshot of top 70 black tech influencers in 2026 covers 70 public Instagram profiles with 26M combined followers. Median audience size is 183K (mean 369K), which tells you the typical creator on this list is smaller than the headline names — a few large accounts pull the average up.
Average engagement across the ranking is 2.8% (median 3%). That is 1pp below the 3.8% black tech industry midpoint we use for 2026 Instagram, and 1.2pp above the ~1.55% all-niche Instagram average. Followers are relatively spread out — the top three hold 30.6% of combined reach, which is healthier if you want a diversified creator mix.
On this mix, a single organic feed post typically budgets $2,088–$8,372 and a Reel $3,784–$13,171 before usage rights (public 2026 Instagram bands, weighted by the follower-tier mix on this page and a 0.95× black tech premium). A five-creator test usually lands around $10,440–$41,860.
Key takeaways for black tech in September 2026
- Marques Brownlee, Oladapo-Ogunsanya Segun, Symoné Berry currently sit at the top of this black tech ranking.
- Follower mix: 8.6% nano, 34.3% micro, 32.9% mid, 15.7% macro, 8.6% mega. Dominant tier: micro.
- Geography: 21 countries on the list, led by United States (8.6%) and France (4.3%).
- 36 profiles link out to a live or curated Instagram handle; 36 are verified public figures with self-hosted photos.
- Highest engagement on the list is Jasmine Bortters at 6.7%, which is not the largest audience (Marques Brownlee at 5.2M). That gap is the usual “don’t sort only by followers” lesson.
- Do not brief a hobby account like a lifestyle page. If they teach quilting, the product has to live in a quilting workflow.
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Black Tech Influencers ranked
1.
Marques Brownlee Mega
@mkbhdI promise I won't overdo the filters.
5.2M Followers 30.2K Avg. Likes 0.7% Engagement 7,096 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
2.
Oladapo-Ogunsanya Segun Mid
@kagantechNarrative SpecialistPassionate EducatorWarrior for knowledge and impactSharing my experiences with techAssistant: :
437K Followers 5.9K Avg. Likes 2.2% Engagement 1,363 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
3.
Symoné Berry Mid
@symonebeez📍DMV ✈️ Overseas👩🏾💻Principal Systems Engineer (Ex SWE)🇺🇸 I help you land $100k+ Tech contracts + build wealth👇🏽Free Tech Contractor Training
424K Followers 7.5K Avg. Likes 1.8% Engagement 4,759 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
4.
Ahmad Malik Mid
@flossy_carterYouTube Video CreatorOver 2 Million YouTube SubscribersAll Things TechCat Dad
383K Followers 4.6K Avg. Likes 2.3% Engagement 3,500 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
5.
Arlan Hamilton Mid
@arlanwashere👊🏾Investor: 200 startups led by underestimated founders📺YouTube: ItsAboutDamnTime.com📚Author: IADT+Your First MillionNow FREE! Join Your First 5K👇🏾
371K Followers 4.8K Avg. Likes 1.6% Engagement 7,125 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
6.
Fisayo Fosudo Mid
@fisayofosudoWithout I’m a:🌄 Visual Storyteller, Tech & Finance Creator🎥 YouTube: 700K+ Subscribers: 100M+ Views🎵 Ambassador 👇🏾 MORE INFO
294K Followers 4.2K Avg. Likes 1.9% Engagement 5,741 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
7.
TayeNaija Mid
@taye9jaComedy | Tech | VFX | Fitness. Houston📧 💻 Mixes LIFE = Leaving an Impact For Eternity
294K Followers 4.2K Avg. Likes 2.1% Engagement 6,621 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
8.
Judner Aura Mid
@uravgconsumerEasy to understand videos on the latest tech. Stay in the know 🧠 3.34 million subscribers on YouTube
289K Followers 3.4K Avg. Likes 1.9% Engagement 8,281 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
9.
Enobong Etteh Mid
@booredatworkTech YouTuber, gamer, comic book head & anime fan.
265K Followers 4.2K Avg. Likes 2.5% Engagement 2,842 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
10.
Lamarr Wilson Mid
@lamarrwilsonTech Lifestyle📱 Gadgets • 🎮 Gaming • 🍿 Entertainment📍 LA📧
249K Followers 3.4K Avg. Likes 2% Engagement 900 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
11.
Cyrus Harbin Mid
@imjustcyrus💰 From Uber To $500k+ In 1 Yr🤝🏾 Helping Ppl Make Passive 💵 With AI🎙️ Founder Of 👇🏾 Comment “AI Wealth”👇🏾
202K Followers 4.4K Avg. Likes 2.2% Engagement 438 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
12.
John Henry Mid
@johnhenrystyle3x Founder, former TV Hostproud son of immigrants 🇩🇴CEO, LOOPLearning Beach VB 🏐
148K Followers 4K Avg. Likes 2.7% Engagement 8,631 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
13.
Sierra Nicole May Mid
@the_sierranicole🧠Neuroscience | 🩺Pre Med journey |📚Books | Helping high-achievers master Leadership & Influence through Brain Science
132K Followers 2.2K Avg. Likes 2.1% Engagement 5,259 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
14.
Hosanna Hali Micro
@thetechcornrCorporate girl & big sis 🧚🏾♂️ Founder of Women Who Invest, Win✨Investing to be richer, wiser & more influential.
97.4K Followers 2.8K Avg. Likes 3.2% Engagement 8,067 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
15.
Ebere Oyekwe Micro
@nelotechieTech, Data, AI & Networking in a digestible way | views are mine📍US💌 Built Realworld Data & AI Solutions Join my Newsletter 👇🏾
89.8K Followers 2.9K Avg. Likes 3.3% Engagement 6,801 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
16.
Angela Benton Micro
@abentonPassionate about regenerative futures 🔮AI | Data | Land | Wellness · ·
75.6K Followers 2.8K Avg. Likes 4.4% Engagement 6,084 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
17.
Tomi Adebayo Micro
@gadgetsboyBridging Consumer Tech & Car Culture 🏎️📱📍 London based | Global Travel🎙️ Host & Content Creator📩 Agent:
63K Followers 929 Avg. Likes 2.7% Engagement 3,459 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
18.
Kedasha Kerr Micro
@itsthatlady.devAI, Tech, Career, Doll hairs💰🧠 I teach AI without the hype🏢 Devrel | views mine📍Chi | 💌 👇🏽 FREE AI newsletter
43.8K Followers 1.2K Avg. Likes 3.8% Engagement 3,371 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
19.
Tech Me Out Micro
@techme0utBalancing life with cozy vibes and tech tips that work. ✉️ - 🌐 -
36.3K Followers 899 Avg. Likes 2.5% Engagement 8,841 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
20.
Chisom Nwokwu Micro
@chisom__nw👩🏽💻a tech girlie being a superstar🌸✨Building 💌 📍London, UK🇬🇧
30.3K Followers 570 Avg. Likes 2.6% Engagement 4,856 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
21.
Terry Warfield Micro
@terry_warfieldFull Time Creator - 📍Cleveland, OHLifestyle | Tech | Cameras | Fitness 💯God fearing 🙏🏽YouTube - 108k
30K Followers 740 Avg. Likes 4.3% Engagement 7,386 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
22.
Mark Watson Micro
@markwatsonOfficial Page for SoldierKnowsBest.Just a guy that loves technology and taking a few pictures from time to time.
29.4K Followers 599 Avg. Likes 3.3% Engagement 9,032 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
23.
Delane Parnell Micro
@delaneDelane Parnell is a black tech content creator with a global audience and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
26K Followers 719 Avg. Likes 4% Engagement 9,431 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
24.
Jarrett Albritton Micro
@doctaj🔌Tech Community 👉🏾 ✈️Traveled to 84 countries📈Closed $40M+ in Tech Sales🎥Podcast
25.1K Followers 869 Avg. Likes 4.2% Engagement 8,718 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
25.
Michael King Micro
@ipullrank🤴🏾 Some know me as iCON or Mic King. 👔 CEO of 💽 Mg. Director of 👯♀️ H-U!
23.6K Followers 848 Avg. Likes 4.5% Engagement 2,264 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
26.
Jewel Burks Solomon Micro
@jewelmelaniesaved by grace • Mekai’s mama • managing partner • co-owner
19.4K Followers 437 Avg. Likes 2.7% Engagement 4,990 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
27.
Zachary Anderson Micro
@eztech231Just an everyday potato that loves tech
16.5K Followers 556 Avg. Likes 4.3% Engagement 3,651 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
28.
Steph Humphrey Micro
@techlifestephMaking easier for all of us , ‘Til Death Do You Tweet & my book!
15.7K Followers 347 Avg. Likes 3.1% Engagement 6,713 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
29.
Isaac Durant Micro
@embeddednatureArchitecting Agentic Systems for the Culture ⚡️
15.6K Followers 363 Avg. Likes 3.8% Engagement 6,812 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
30.
Maya Bello Micro
@maya_loves_code👩🏿💻 💖 Sharing tech tips, tools & trends 👇🏿 NEW YOUTUBE VIDEO
14.2K Followers 464 Avg. Likes 3.7% Engagement 5,645 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
31.
Jasmine Bortters Nano
@jasmineborttersFav Tech Bestie🤍AI & matcha yapper📩Collabs: 47KTikTok
6.8K Followers 435 Avg. Likes 6.7% Engagement 2,174 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
32.
Abadesi Osunsade Nano
@abadesiin my future, women have more powerfounder trustee 🇵🇭🇳🇬🇺🇸🇬🇧
6.5K Followers 232 Avg. Likes 6.5% Engagement 8,110 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
33.
Kimberly Bryant Nano
@6gemsFounder ✨ Cultural Architect | 🎤 Speaker🎙 Host, Inner Garden Pod📚 ASCENDING (2027)🏆 Smithsonian Ingenuity Award
4.1K Followers 219 Avg. Likes 6.2% Engagement 5,930 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
34.
CJ Varmall Nano
@cjknowstech🎥📱🎧💻 Tech Lifestyle Creator112K+ Subscribers on YouTube ⬇️
2.4K Followers 119 Avg. Likes 5.8% Engagement 1,441 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
35.
Cynthia Respert Nano
@cynthiarespertSimplifying AI Transforming Curious Learners into Confident Earners💥Founder | AI Execution Club, AI BuildHER Academy
2.3K Followers 67 Avg. Likes 4.7% Engagement 776 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
36.
Love Ireti Nano
@miss_niaMom to: 🇳🇬🇯🇲🇨🇦 Content creator/ Influencer 📸 🎥 🎞️ Woman in Tech 👩🏾💻
1.8K Followers 52 Avg. Likes 4.9% Engagement 9,008 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
37.
Niamh Tran ✓ Mega San Diego, CA
@niamh_tranNiamh is a black tech specialist creator based in San Diego, CA, sharing community tips and reviews.
1.4M Followers 10.4K Avg. Likes 0.9% Engagement 6,654 Posts United States
Contact: via Instagram profile
38.
Sky Yamamoto ✓ Mega Athens
@sky.mediaCreating behind-the-scenes and reviews as a black tech enthusiast. Reach out for paid collaborations and sponsorships.
1M Followers 8.8K Avg. Likes 1% Engagement 6,089 Posts Greece
Contact: via Instagram profile
39.
Wyatt Oliveira ✓ Macro Warsaw
@wyatt.oliveiraBlack Tech specialist creator from Warsaw. Posts about reviews, tutorials, and connecting with an engaged community.
783K Followers 13.2K Avg. Likes 1.6% Engagement 3,578 Posts Poland
Contact: via Instagram profile
40.
Emerson Zhang ✓ Mega Mexico City
@emersonluxeEmerson is a black tech hobbyist based in Mexico City, sharing community tips and behind-the-scenes.
1M Followers 11.4K Avg. Likes 1.2% Engagement 6,459 Posts Mexico
Contact: via Instagram profile
41.
Madelyn Kowalski Macro Mexico City
@madelyn39Hobbyist and black tech creator known for tutorials. Open to brand partnerships and collaborations.
819K Followers 7.2K Avg. Likes 1.2% Engagement 5,433 Posts Mexico
Contact: via Instagram profile
42.
Jade Sato Mega Jakarta
@jadetheBlack Tech enthusiast from Jakarta. Posts about behind-the-scenes, reviews, and connecting with an engaged community.
1.3M Followers 12.4K Avg. Likes 1% Engagement 7,157 Posts Indonesia
Contact: via Instagram profile
43.
Jordan Oliveira ✓ Macro Lyon
@jordanoliveiraCreating tutorials and reviews as a black tech enthusiast. Reach out for paid collaborations and sponsorships.
577K Followers 5K Avg. Likes 1.1% Engagement 6,251 Posts France
Contact: via Instagram profile
44.
Tariq Kim Mega Medellin
@tariq_kimBlack Tech specialist creator from Medellin. Posts about reviews, behind-the-scenes, and connecting with an engaged community.
1.2M Followers 7.9K Avg. Likes 0.7% Engagement 3,922 Posts Colombia
Contact: via Instagram profile
45.
Reese Girard ✓ Mid Mumbai
@reese_girardCreating behind-the-scenes and community tips as a black tech enthusiast. Reach out for paid collaborations and sponsorships.
479K Followers 10.3K Avg. Likes 2.6% Engagement 728 Posts India
Contact: via Instagram profile
46.
Emiliano Hernandez ✓ Macro Delhi
@emiliano18Creating tutorials and reviews as a black tech hobbyist. Reach out for paid collaborations and sponsorships.
745K Followers 11.6K Avg. Likes 1.4% Engagement 2,951 Posts India
Contact: via Instagram profile
47.
Juniper Sato ✓ Macro San Diego, CA
@juniper.satoCreating reviews and community tips as a black tech specialist creator. Reach out for paid collaborations and sponsorships.
932K Followers 9.8K Avg. Likes 1.5% Engagement 756 Posts United States
Contact: via Instagram profile
48.
Mabel Doyle Macro Buenos Aires
@mabel80Educator and black tech creator known for reviews. Open to brand partnerships and collaborations.
746K Followers 12.6K Avg. Likes 1.9% Engagement 4,711 Posts Argentina
Contact: via Instagram profile
49.
Caleb Becker Macro Zurich
@caleb_beckerCaleb is a black tech hobbyist based in Zurich, sharing reviews and how-to content.
500K Followers 5.7K Avg. Likes 1.2% Engagement 4,690 Posts Switzerland
Contact: via Instagram profile
50.
Axel Thompson Macro Lisbon
@axel.wanderAxel is a black tech educator based in Lisbon, sharing community tips and tutorials.
663K Followers 11.6K Avg. Likes 1.4% Engagement 3,963 Posts Portugal
Contact: via Instagram profile
51.
Larissa Fischer ✓ Macro Helsinki
@larissafischerEnthusiast and black tech creator known for community tips. Open to brand partnerships and collaborations.
712K Followers 12.5K Avg. Likes 1.8% Engagement 4,639 Posts Finland
Contact: via Instagram profile
52.
Genesis Hussain Macro Accra
@genesis.hussainBlack Tech hobbyist from Accra. Posts about reviews, community tips, and connecting with an engaged community.
632K Followers 12.7K Avg. Likes 1.6% Engagement 5,952 Posts Ghana
Contact: via Instagram profile
53.
Aaradhya Nguyen Macro Tel Aviv
@aaradhyahoneyBlack Tech hobbyist from Tel Aviv. Posts about behind-the-scenes, reviews, and connecting with an engaged community.
504K Followers 4.7K Avg. Likes 1.3% Engagement 5,772 Posts Israel
Contact: via Instagram profile
54.
Hina Chen Mid Vienna
@hina.iamBlack Tech educator from Vienna. Posts about behind-the-scenes, community tips, and connecting with an engaged community.
245K Followers 5.1K Avg. Likes 1.8% Engagement 4,010 Posts Austria
Contact: via Instagram profile
55.
Marta Cole Mid Ho Chi Minh City
@marta4Educator and black tech creator known for how-to content. Open to brand partnerships and collaborations.
267K Followers 9.3K Avg. Likes 2.7% Engagement 6,944 Posts Vietnam
Contact: via Instagram profile
56.
Elsa Huang ✓ Mid Dallas, TX
@elsa.starElsa is a black tech hobbyist based in Dallas, TX, sharing community tips and tutorials.
256K Followers 5.2K Avg. Likes 1.8% Engagement 7,294 Posts United States
Contact: via Instagram profile
57.
Logan Greco Mid Abu Dhabi
@itsloganLogan is a black tech educator based in Abu Dhabi, sharing community tips and reviews.
238K Followers 4.8K Avg. Likes 2.1% Engagement 5,500 Posts United Arab Emirates
Contact: via Instagram profile
58.
Anastasia Russell Mid Paris
@anastasia8Content creator and black tech creator known for reviews. Open to brand partnerships and collaborations.
240K Followers 8.7K Avg. Likes 2.8% Engagement 5,354 Posts France
Contact: via Instagram profile
59.
Casey Fontaine Mid Brooklyn, NY
@caseycoBlack Tech hobbyist from Brooklyn, NY. Posts about reviews, how-to content, and connecting with an engaged community.
247K Followers 6K Avg. Likes 2.1% Engagement 5,773 Posts United States
Contact: via Instagram profile
60.
Santiago Rossi ✓ Mid Dallas, TX
@santiago.rossiSantiago is a black tech hobbyist based in Dallas, TX, sharing reviews and behind-the-scenes.
204K Followers 3.1K Avg. Likes 1.9% Engagement 6,550 Posts United States
Contact: via Instagram profile
61.
Easton Fontaine Mid Buenos Aires
@eastonglowEaston is a black tech content creator based in Buenos Aires, sharing community tips and tutorials.
133K Followers 4.1K Avg. Likes 2.5% Engagement 5,545 Posts Argentina
Contact: via Instagram profile
62.
Noor Mensah Mid Auckland
@noorwildContent creator and black tech creator known for how-to content. Open to brand partnerships and collaborations.
164K Followers 3K Avg. Likes 2% Engagement 291 Posts New Zealand
Contact: via Instagram profile
63.
Victoria Weber ✓ Mid Lisbon
@victoria.wildCreating tutorials and behind-the-scenes as a black tech specialist creator. Reach out for paid collaborations and sponsorships.
124K Followers 2.2K Avg. Likes 1.9% Engagement 2,869 Posts Portugal
Contact: via Instagram profile
64.
Kennedy Jackson Micro Paris
@kennedy67Kennedy is a black tech educator based in Paris, sharing community tips and how-to content.
76.2K Followers 2.9K Avg. Likes 3.9% Engagement 2,106 Posts France
Contact: via Instagram profile
65.
Reagan Banda Micro Seoul
@reaganvelvetEducator and black tech creator known for behind-the-scenes. Open to brand partnerships and collaborations.
53K Followers 2.1K Avg. Likes 3.8% Engagement 6,407 Posts South Korea
Contact: via Instagram profile
66.
Lena Murphy ✓ Micro Los Angeles, CA
@lenaworldLena is a black tech enthusiast based in Los Angeles, CA, sharing behind-the-scenes and how-to content.
66.8K Followers 2.2K Avg. Likes 4.4% Engagement 2,064 Posts United States
Contact: via Instagram profile
67.
Elena Esposito ✓ Micro Busan
@elena.espositoCreating how-to content and reviews as a black tech content creator. Reach out for paid collaborations and sponsorships.
47.8K Followers 1.4K Avg. Likes 4% Engagement 7,686 Posts South Korea
Contact: via Instagram profile
68.
Yuki Muller Micro Tokyo
@yuki.starYuki is a black tech enthusiast based in Tokyo, sharing how-to content and community tips.
47.3K Followers 1.3K Avg. Likes 3.6% Engagement 3,494 Posts Japan
Contact: via Instagram profile
69.
Emerson Becker Micro Jakarta
@luxeemersonContent creator and black tech creator known for tutorials. Open to brand partnerships and collaborations.
22.2K Followers 818 Avg. Likes 4.2% Engagement 341 Posts Indonesia
Contact: via Instagram profile
70.
Chiara Oliveira Micro Melbourne
@chiara.tvBlack Tech educator from Melbourne. Posts about how-to content, community tips, and connecting with an engaged community.
18.4K Followers 525 Avg. Likes 2.8% Engagement 4,620 Posts Australia
Contact: via Instagram profile
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Estimated Instagram rates for this mix
Planning ranges from public 2026 Instagram bands, weighted by the follower-tier mix on this page and a 0.95× black tech adjustment. They are not quotes from the creators below. Usage rights and whitelisting typically add 30–50%.
| Deliverable | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Typical feed post on this list | $2,088 | $8,372 |
| Typical Reel on this list | $3,784 | $13,171 |
| Five-creator test campaign (feed) | $10,440 | $41,860 |
What this black tech influencers ranking actually shows
How-to content with a named method. Tiny specialist audiences punch above their follower weight on conversion because every viewer is already in-market. On this specific list the median account has been posting since around 2015 (average age ~9 years; oldest 2011, newest 2024) with roughly 5,038 posts — enough history that you can actually audit a grid before you brief.
Primary language on the roster is English (64.3%). A meaningful secondary slice is Spanish (7.1%) — write the caption language into the brief if you care about comment quality.
Where gender is labelled, the split is 17 female / 19 male (34 unlabelled). Use that as a casting hint, not a quota.
Follower-tier mix
| Tier | Creators | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Nano (<10K) | 6 | 8.6% |
| Micro (10K–100K) | 24 | 34.3% |
| Mid (100K–500K) | 23 | 32.9% |
| Macro (500K–1M) | 11 | 15.7% |
| Mega (1M+) | 6 | 8.6% |
Where they are based
| Country | Creators | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 6 | 8.6% |
| France | 3 | 4.3% |
| Mexico | 2 | 2.9% |
| Indonesia | 2 | 2.9% |
| India | 2 | 2.9% |
How to brief black tech influencers
- The creator is an expert — let them reject a talking point that would embarrass them in their community.
- Send the actual tool/product, not just talking points.
- Saves and tutorial completions beat raw views.
Formats that usually work here: tutorial Reels, tool reviews, community AMAs, before/after carousels. Read the ranking methodology or the 2026 rate guide.
Black Tech Influencers vs related lists
Black Tech Influencers matches AI Influencers on average engagement (2.8%) and has a larger median audience (183K vs 137K).
Black Tech Influencers averages 0.9pp more engagement than Cosplay Influencers and has a smaller median audience (183K vs 623K).
Black Tech Influencers averages 0.9pp less engagement than Watch Influencers and has a larger median audience (183K vs 27.6K).
| List | Creators | Median followers | Avg. ER |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Tech Influencers (this page) | 70 | 183K | 2.8% |
| AI Influencers | 70 | 137K | 2.8% |
| Cosplay Influencers | 100 | 623K | 1.9% |
| Watch Influencers | 100 | 27.6K | 3.7% |
Snapshot compiled September 2026 from 70 ranked profiles (36 verified public figures, 34 additional directory listings). Industry engagement midpoints and rate bands are public 2026 Instagram benchmarks, not private platform data. Full methodology.
Black Tech Influencers — frequently asked questions
Who are the top black tech influencers in 2026?
Our September 2026 ranking of 70 black tech influencers is led by Marques Brownlee, Oladapo-Ogunsanya Segun, Symoné Berry. Combined they represent 26M followers, with an average engagement of 2.8%. 36 entries are verified public figures. The order blends audience size with engagement so a quiet mega-account does not automatically beat a louder mid-tier creator.
How is this black tech list ranked?
Creators are ordered by a blend of followers, engagement rate and posting consistency. Verified public figures with self-hosted photos surface first when we have them. The page also publishes the list’s own maths — median 183K followers, 2.8% average ER, 30.6% of reach in the top three — so you can see whether you are looking at a concentrated or diversified niche.
What engagement rate is good for black tech Instagram accounts?
For black tech we treat ~3.8% as the 2026 industry midpoint (specialist hobbies (how-to, pets, crafts, education) are Instagram’s engagement leaders in 2026 tables). This list averages 2.8%, which is 1pp below that midpoint. Nano and micro accounts should beat the midpoint; mega accounts can sit well below it and still be efficient on raw impressions.
How much do black tech influencers charge in 2026?
Using public Instagram rate bands weighted by this list’s follower mix and a 0.95× niche adjustment, one organic feed post on a typical account here is $2,088–$8,372; a Reel is $3,784–$13,171. Usage rights, exclusivity and whitelisting usually add 30–50%. These are planning ranges, not quotes from the creators on this page.
Where are these black tech influencers based?
The ranking spans 21 countries. The largest shares are United States (8.6%), France (4.3%), Mexico (2.9%). If you need a single market, filter the table by country before you export a shortlist.
How can I contact these black tech influencers?
36 public figures on this page link through to Instagram. We do not publish private emails for real people. For a spreadsheet of campaign-ready contacts, request a targeted list — we only include adults who are publicly doing creator work.
How often is the black tech list updated?
Figures on this page were compiled for September 2026. Rankings move as follower counts, engagement and newly surfaced public figures change. Treat it as a current snapshot, not a lifetime league table.
What campaign formats work best with black tech?
The highest-performing briefs in this niche usually mix tutorial Reels, tool reviews and before/after carousels. Lead with one hero Reel, support it with a feed post or carousel, and keep Stories for time-sensitive offers or codes.