Top 150 Popular Influencers in 2026
The September 2026 snapshot of top 150 popular influencers in 2026 covers 150 public Instagram profiles with 13B combined followers. Median audience size is 41M (mean 90M), 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 1% (median 1%). That is 2.8pp below the 3.8% popular industry midpoint we use for 2026 Instagram, and 0.5pp below the ~1.55% all-niche Instagram average. Followers are relatively spread out — the top three hold 14% of combined reach, which is healthier if you want a diversified creator mix.
On this mix, a single organic feed post typically budgets $13,149–$44,017 and a Reel $21,996–$66,171 before usage rights (public 2026 Instagram bands, weighted by the follower-tier mix on this page and a 0.95× popular premium). A five-creator test usually lands around $65,745–$220,085.
Key takeaways for popular in September 2026
- Selena Gomez, Kylie Jenner, Ariana Grande currently sit at the top of this popular ranking.
- Follower mix: 90.7% mega. Dominant tier: mega.
- Geography: 21 countries on the list, led by United States (36%) and India (4.7%).
- 150 profiles link out to a live or curated Instagram handle; 150 are verified public figures with self-hosted photos.
- Highest engagement on the list is Cutcreaser at 2.6%, which is not the largest audience (Instagram at 698M). 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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Selena Gomez ✓ Mega United States
@selenagomezSelena Gomez is a model from United States with an engaged Instagram audience. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Kylie Jenner ✓ Mega United States
@kyliejennerKylie Jenner is a fashion designer from United States with an engaged Instagram audience. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Ariana Grande ✓ Mega United States
@arianagrandeAriana Grande is a model from United States with an engaged Instagram audience. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Kimberly Noel Kardashian ✓ Mega United States
@kimkardashianKim Kardashian is a voice actor from United States with an engaged Instagram audience. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Beyonce Giselle Knowles-Carter ✓ Mega United States
@beyonceBeyoncé is a singer from United States with an engaged Instagram audience. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Khloé Kardashian ✓ Mega United States
@khloekardashianKhloé Kardashian is a film actor from United States with an engaged Instagram audience. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Justin Bieber ✓ Mega Canada
@lilbieberJustin Bieber is a singer from Canada with an engaged Instagram audience. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Taylor Swift ✓ Mega United States
@taylorswiftTaylor Swift is a singer from United States with an engaged Instagram audience. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Virat Kohli ✓ Mega India
@virat.kohliVirat Kohli is a cricketer from India with an engaged Instagram audience. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Jennifer Lopez ✓ Mega United States
@jloJennifer Lopez is a singer from United States with an engaged Instagram audience. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Miley Cyrus ✓ Mega United States
@mileycyrusMiley Cyrus is a singer from United States with an engaged Instagram audience. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Kourtney Kardashian Barker ✓ Mega United States
@kourtneykardashKourtney Kardashian is a fashion designer from United States with an engaged Instagram audience. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Katy Perry ✓ Mega United States
@katyperryKaty Perry is a singer from United States with an engaged Instagram audience. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Zendaya Maree Stoermer Coleman ✓ Mega United States
@zendayaZendaya is a film actor from United States with an engaged Instagram audience. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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kevinhart4real ✓ Mega United States
@kevinhart4realKevin Hart is a comedian from United States with an engaged Instagram audience. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Lebron James ✓ Mega United States
@kingjamesLeBron James is a basketball player from United States with an engaged Instagram audience. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Charli D'Amelio's ✓ Mega United States
@charlidamelioCharli D'Amelio is an actor from United States with an engaged Instagram audience. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Demi Lovato ✓ Mega United States
@ddlovatoDemi Lovato is a singer from United States with an engaged Instagram audience. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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badgalriri ✓ Mega Barbados
@badgalririRihanna is a singer from Barbados with an engaged Instagram audience. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Champagne Papi ✓ Mega Canada
@champagnepapiDrake is a singer from Canada with an engaged Instagram audience. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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chrisbrownofficial ✓ Mega United States
@chrisbrownofficialChris Brown is a rapper from United States with an engaged Instagram audience. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Ellen DeGeneres ✓ Mega United States
@ellendegeneresEllen DeGeneres is a comedian from United States with an engaged Instagram audience. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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James Stephen Donaldson ✓ Mega United States
@mrbeastMrBeast is a YouTuber from United States with an engaged Instagram audience. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Billie Eilish ✓ Mega United States
@billieeilishBillie Eilish is a dancer from United States with an engaged Instagram audience. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Donald J. Trump ✓ Mega United States
@realdonaldtrumpDonald Trump is an actor from United States with an engaged Instagram audience. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Shakira ✓ Mega Spain
@shakiraShakira is a singer from Spain with an engaged Instagram audience. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Priyanka Chopra Jonas ✓ Mega India
@priyankachopraPriyanka Chopra is a model from India with an engaged Instagram audience. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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David Beckham ✓ Mega United Kingdom
@davidbeckhamDavid Beckham is a model from United Kingdom with an engaged Instagram audience. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Zach King ✓ Mega United States
@zachkingZach King is a YouTuber from United States with an engaged Instagram audience. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Burak Ozdemir ✓ Mega Turkey
@cznburakCZN Burak is a chef from Turkey with an engaged Instagram audience. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Lady Gaga ✓ Mega United States
@ladygagaLady Gaga is a singer from United States with an engaged Instagram audience. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Akshay Kumar ✓ Mega Canada
@akshaykumarAkshay Kumar is a film actor from Canada with an engaged Instagram audience. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Saltbae ✓ Mega Turkey
@nusr_etNusret Gökçe is a chef from Turkey with an engaged Instagram audience. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Shah Rukh Khan ✓ Mega India
@iamsrkShah Rukh Khan is a musician from India with an engaged Instagram audience. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Jimmy Fallon ✓ Mega United States
@jimmyfallonJimmy Fallon is a comedian from United States with an engaged Instagram audience. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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britneyspears ✓ Mega United States
@britneyspearsBritney Spears is a singer from United States with an engaged Instagram audience. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Chiara Ferragni ✓ Mega Italy
@chiaraferragniChiara Ferragni is a fashion designer from Italy with an engaged Instagram audience. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Ajey Nagar ✓ Mega India
@carryminatiCarryMinati is a YouTuber from India with an engaged Instagram audience. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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James Charles ✓ Mega United States
@jamescharlesJames Charles is a YouTuber from United States with an engaged Instagram audience. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Jeffrey Lynn Steininger ✓ Mega United States
@jeffreestarJeffree Star is an entrepreneur from United States with an engaged Instagram audience. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Lilly Singh ✓ Mega Canada
@lillyLilly Singh is a YouTuber from Canada with an engaged Instagram audience. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Jamie Oliver ✓ Mega United Kingdom
@jamieoliverJamie Oliver is a television presenter from United Kingdom with an engaged Instagram audience. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Mariano Di Vaio ✓ Mega Italy
@marianodivaioMariano Di Vaio is a fashion designer from Italy with an engaged Instagram audience. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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aplusk ✓ Mega United States
@apluskAshton Kutcher is a model from United States with an engaged Instagram audience. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Instagram Mega United States
@instagramInstagram is a testing creator from United States and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Cristiano Ronaldo Mega Portugal
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Lionel Messi Mega Argentina
@leomessiBienvenidos a la cuenta oficial de Instagram de Leo Messi / Welcome to the official Leo Messi Instagram account
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Dwayne Johnson Mega United States
@therockArtist, family man, tequila sipster ~ not in that order 🤎🥃
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Justin Bieber Mega
@justinbieberJUSTICE the album out now
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nike Mega United States
@nikenike is a popular creator from United States and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Kendall Jenner Mega United States
@kendalljennerKendall Jenner is a celebrity public figure from United States and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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natgeo Mega United States
@natgeonatgeo is a popular creator from United States and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Elon Musk Mega
@elonmuskElon Musk is a popular content creator with a global audience and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Neymar Jr. Mega Brazil
@neymarjrNeymar Jr. is a athlete public figure from Brazil and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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realmadrid Mega Spain
@realmadridrealmadrid is a popular creator from Spain and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Belcalis Marlenis Almanzar Mega United States
@iamcardibMy new album ‘AM I THE DRAMA’ is OUT NOW 🐦⬛
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Kylian Mbappé Mega France
@k.mbappeKylian Mbappé is a celebrity content creator from France and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Barack Obama Mega
@barackobamaDad, husband, President, citizen.
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Gal Gadot Mega Israel
@gal_gadotGal Gadot is a celebrity creator from Israel and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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lalalalisa_m Mega Thailand
@lalalalisa_mlalalalisa_m is a celebrity influencer from Thailand and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Narendra Modi Mega India
@narendramodiPrime Minister of India 🇮🇳
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Mark Sinclair Mega United States
@vindieselMark Sinclair is a bald public figure from United States and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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shraddhakapoor Mega India
@shraddhakapoorshraddhakapoor is a celebrity creator from India and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Bella Poarch Mega Philippines United States
@bellapoarchBella Poarch is a challenge public figure from Philippines United States and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Jennie Ruby Jane Mega South Korea
@jennierubyjaneJennie Ruby Jane is a celebrity influencer from South Korea and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Calvin Cordozar Broadus Jr Mega United States
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Dua Lipa Mega United Kingdom Albania Kosovo
@dualipaDua Lipa is a celebrity public figure from United Kingdom Albania Kosovo and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Alia Bhatt Mega India
@aliaabhatt🎀currently dreaming 💭 - Stories that stay with you - For the lil beans - For the planet we share
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roses_are_rosie Mega New Zealand South Korea
@roses_are_rosieroses_are_rosie is a celebrity influencer from New Zealand South Korea and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Khabane Lame Mega
@khaby00Khabane Lame is a celebrity creator with a global audience and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Will Smith Mega United States
@willsmithSame kid from West Philly.
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Dominik Elizabeth Resendez Robledo Mega Mexico
@domelipaDominik Elizabeth Resendez Robledo is a challenge creator from Mexico and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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BeingSalmanKhan Mega
@beingsalmankhanBeingSalmanKhan is a brown creator with a global audience and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Karol G Mega Colombia
@karolgKarol G is a celebrity content creator from Colombia and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Eleonora Pons Maronese Mega United States
@leleponsEloísa’s Mom💕Born in 🇻🇪🇻🇪🇻🇪OG influencer since 2013Management:
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Dixie Jane D'Amelio Mega United States
@dixiedamelioDixie Jane D'Amelio is a popular creator from United States and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Darren Jason Watkins Mega United States
@ishowspeedDarren Jason Watkins is a american influencer from United States and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Brent Rivera Mega United States
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Michael Le Mega United States
@justmaikoMichael Le is a challenge creator from United States and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Carlos Feria Mega Colombia
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Niana Guerrero Mega Philippines
@nianaguerrerodance and lifestyle creator
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Joelle Joanie Mega United States
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Olivia Rodrigo Mega
@oliviarodrigoOlivia Rodrigo is a music content creator with a global audience and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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Addison Rae Mega United States
@addisonraeeAddison Rae is a american content creator from United States and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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@lizakoshyLiza Koshy is a popular public figure with a global audience and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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@nikkietutorialsNikkieTutorials is a cosmetics creator with a global audience and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
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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× popular 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 | $13,149 | $44,017 |
| Typical Reel on this list | $21,996 | $66,171 |
| Five-creator test campaign (feed) | $65,745 | $220,085 |
What this popular 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 2010 (average age ~10.2 years; oldest 2011, newest 2020) with roughly 4,555 posts — enough history that you can actually audit a grid before you brief.
Primary language on the roster is English (85.3%). A meaningful secondary slice is Hindi (4.7%) — write the caption language into the brief if you care about comment quality.
Where gender is labelled, the split is 87 female / 57 male (6 unlabelled). Use that as a casting hint, not a quota.
Follower-tier mix
| Tier | Creators | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Nano (<10K) | 0 | 0% |
| Micro (10K–100K) | 0 | 0% |
| Mid (100K–500K) | 6 | 4% |
| Macro (500K–1M) | 8 | 5.3% |
| Mega (1M+) | 136 | 90.7% |
Where they are based
| Country | Creators | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 54 | 36% |
| India | 7 | 4.7% |
| Canada | 4 | 2.7% |
| Spain | 2 | 1.3% |
| United Kingdom | 2 | 1.3% |
How to brief popular 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.
Popular Influencers vs related lists
Popular Influencers averages 1.8pp less engagement than AI Influencers and has a larger median audience (41M vs 137K).
Popular Influencers averages 0.9pp less engagement than Cosplay Influencers and has a larger median audience (41M vs 623K).
Popular Influencers averages 2.7pp less engagement than Watch Influencers and has a larger median audience (41M vs 27.6K).
| List | Creators | Median followers | Avg. ER |
|---|---|---|---|
| Popular Influencers (this page) | 150 | 41M | 1% |
| AI Influencers | 70 | 137K | 2.8% |
| Cosplay Influencers | 100 | 623K | 1.9% |
| Watch Influencers | 100 | 27.6K | 3.7% |
Snapshot compiled September 2026 from 150 ranked profiles (150 verified public figures, 0 additional directory listings). Industry engagement midpoints and rate bands are public 2026 Instagram benchmarks, not private platform data. Full methodology.
Popular Influencers — frequently asked questions
Who are the top popular influencers in 2026?
Our September 2026 ranking of 150 popular influencers is led by Selena Gomez, Kylie Jenner, Ariana Grande. Combined they represent 13B followers, with an average engagement of 1%. 150 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 popular 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 41M followers, 1% average ER, 14% 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 popular Instagram accounts?
For popular 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 1%, which is 2.8pp 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 popular 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 $13,149–$44,017; a Reel is $21,996–$66,171. Usage rights, exclusivity and whitelisting usually add 30–50%. These are planning ranges, not quotes from the creators on this page.
Where are these popular influencers based?
The ranking spans 21 countries. The largest shares are United States (36%), India (4.7%), Canada (2.7%). If you need a single market, filter the table by country before you export a shortlist.
How can I contact these popular influencers?
150 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 popular 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 popular?
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.