Top 70 Priest Influencers in 2026
The September 2026 snapshot of top 70 priest influencers in 2026 covers 70 public Instagram profiles with 6.9M combined followers. Median audience size is 25K (mean 97.9K), 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 3.7% (median 4%). That is in line with (-0.1pp) the 3.8% priest industry midpoint we use for 2026 Instagram, and 2.2pp above the ~1.55% all-niche Instagram average. Followers are relatively spread out — the top three hold 33.8% of combined reach, which is healthier if you want a diversified creator mix.
On this mix, a single organic feed post typically budgets $543–$2,839 and a Reel $1,030–$4,533 before usage rights (public 2026 Instagram bands, weighted by the follower-tier mix on this page and a 0.95× priest premium). A five-creator test usually lands around $2,715–$14,195.
Key takeaways for priest in September 2026
- David Michael Moses, Joseph Yoo, James Martin currently sit at the top of this priest ranking.
- Follower mix: 40% nano, 28.6% micro, 27.1% mid. Dominant tier: nano.
- Geography: 12 countries on the list, led by United States (7.1%) and India (4.3%).
- 50 profiles link out to a live or curated Instagram handle; 50 are verified public figures with self-hosted photos.
- Highest engagement on the list is Thomas Wenski at 6.8%, which is not the largest audience (David Michael Moses at 1.2M). 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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Priest Influencers ranked
1.
David Michael Moses Mega
@father_david_michaelCatholic Priest bringing you laughs and lessons on the spiritual journey.Subscribe on YT🙌
1.2M Followers 4.8K Avg. Likes 0.7% Engagement 8,221 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
2.
Joseph Yoo Mid
@joseph.yooYour Friendly Neighborhood (Episcopal) Priest🎥 Reels | 📝 Blog | 🎙️ Stories of faith, life, & everything in between
206K Followers 3.2K Avg. Likes 2.1% Engagement 6,990 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
3.
James Martin Mid
@jamesmartinsjJesuit priest, editor at large at , founder , author "Come Forth," consultor to Dicastery for Communication
170K Followers 3.8K Avg. Likes 2.3% Engagement 4,299 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
4.
Rev Chris Lee Mid
@revchris7Vicar of St Saviour’s Wendell Park, Author, Influencer. Sponsorship
159K Followers 3.5K Avg. Likes 2.8% Engagement 3,262 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
5.
Fr. Rob Galea Mid Australia
@frrobgaleaHelping people grow in faith & hope in Jesus through music, ministry & reflections.📖 Author | 🎤 Speaker | 🎶 Musician | ❤️ Catholic PriestBookings:
145K Followers 1.2K Avg. Likes 1.6% Engagement 9,133 Posts Australia
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
6.
Chinenye John Oluoma Mid
@fadaoluomaA Priest of the Catholic Archdiocese of Abuja Preacher, Teacher, Gospel Artiste and Founder of a Social Media Network for Catholics.
140K Followers 2.9K Avg. Likes 2.8% Engagement 4,030 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
7.
Leo Patalinghug Mid
@platinggrace🇻🇦Priest | Chef | Author | Speaker | Pilgrimage Leader🍚 Food Trucker and Restauranteur: & Join the movement ⬇️
132K Followers 1.7K Avg. Likes 1.6% Engagement 5,336 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
8.
Simon Esshaki Mid
@father_simonChaldean Catholic PriestSan Diego, CA
121K Followers 2.7K Avg. Likes 2.3% Engagement 8,422 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
9.
Przemyslaw Wojcik Mid
@chicagopriestPrivileged to be the Pastor of and support the movement of pastoral renewal across Archdiocese of Chicago
120K Followers 1.8K Avg. Likes 1.7% Engagement 5,205 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
10.
Frank Pavone Micro
@frfrankpavoneFulltime prolife leader, Ordained in 1988, Dir, PriestsforLife, National Co-Chair, ProLife Voices for Trump.This is my personal Instagram account.
81.2K Followers 2.7K Avg. Likes 4.4% Engagement 1,041 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
11.
Calvin Robinson Micro
@calvinrobinson©️®️ Catholic Holy Orders, Anglican Patrimony ☩ ✝️ ⛪️ Priest 📺 📻 TV/Radio Presenter 🏴 🇬🇧 Englishman 🇺🇸 Serving in America
69.2K Followers 2.2K Avg. Likes 4% Engagement 4,054 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
12.
Joshua Johnson Micro
@frjoshjohnsonDirector of Blessed Stanley Rother Formation House, Pastor of Sacred Heart of Jesus, Author & Ascension Presents Podcast Host of “Ask Fr Josh.”
45.8K Followers 960 Avg. Likes 3.5% Engagement 4,861 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
13.
Goyo Hidalgo Micro
@frgoyoCatholic Priest Archdiocese of Los Angeles. BE AWARE of impersonators. I only have THIS ACCOUNT. Check the # of followers. Report others please.
39.2K Followers 1.2K Avg. Likes 4.3% Engagement 7,789 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
14.
Chuck Currie Micro
@revchuckcurrieClergy | Chaplain/Professor Emeritus | DMin, | DD (h.c.), MDiv, |
33.9K Followers 611 Avg. Likes 3.2% Engagement 4,709 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
15.
Larry Richards Micro
@frlarryrichardsCatholic priest, pastor of St. Luke and Our Lady of Mt. Carmel parishes in Erie, PA and host of the Anchored In Hope Podcast.
33K Followers 817 Avg. Likes 4.1% Engagement 5,722 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
16.
Rev. Dr. Jacqui Lewis Micro
@revjacquilewis❤️ Midwifing Fierce Love, Justice, and Joy!📚 Author of Fierce Love🎙️ Host of Love Period Podcast⛪️ Senior Minister at
31.6K Followers 914 Avg. Likes 4.1% Engagement 5,206 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
17.
Jared Cooke Micro
@look_its_father_cookeCatholic Priest from Texas, Healing & Deliverance, Campus Ministry , Catholic Speaker, Musician, Fitness, Travel, Soccer, Family Winery
22K Followers 644 Avg. Likes 4.1% Engagement 5,760 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
18.
Onyeka Nwafor Micro
@iam_fr_onyeka🔥Jesus' favouriteCatholic Priest of the most high GodMusician diehard fan.Tiktok:
16.9K Followers 335 Avg. Likes 2.9% Engagement 3,942 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
19.
Rev. Dr. John Faison Sr Micro
@johnfaisonsrBeliever, Husband, Father, Pastor, CEO, Professor, Veteran, LeaderHusband to Pastor of
16K Followers 455 Avg. Likes 4.3% Engagement 463 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
20.
Pete McCormick Micro
@petecscCatholic priest living and working at the University of Notre Dame. Go Irish! 🙏🏼🍀
14.8K Followers 399 Avg. Likes 2.8% Engagement 1,013 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
21.
Carlos Orozco Micro
@mindofcarlos✝️ Roman Catholic priest (Spanglish)🤓 Pastor & Associate Vocations Director❤️🔥Loving God, people and animals! ⛰ 🐠
12.7K Followers 268 Avg. Likes 4% Engagement 3,198 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
22.
Phillip Micro
@priest.phillipOrthodox Priest in Singapore ☦️🇸🇬Church of the Dormition of the Mother of God.📚Doctor of Theology - University lecturer.Q&A’s every week🙏
11.1K Followers 277 Avg. Likes 2.9% Engagement 4,330 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
23.
Michael J. Alello Nano
@padrehoochCatholic priest, Ironman, marathon runner, and coffee drinker.
9.9K Followers 484 Avg. Likes 5.9% Engagement 6,007 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
24.
Rajeev Valiyaveettil Nano
@frjeevesCatholic Priest of serving as Vicar at St. Mary’s in Charlotte within the
9.1K Followers 264 Avg. Likes 5% Engagement 4,962 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
25.
Daniel Shaba Nano
@frdanielshabaDaniel Shaba is a priest creator with a global audience and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
8.6K Followers 249 Avg. Likes 4.6% Engagement 7,249 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
26.
Vince Anderson Nano
@reverendvinceDirty Gospel musician, ordained minister, optimistic Mets fan,and the subject of , streaming now! Links for the film and soundtrack ⬇️
6.8K Followers 261 Avg. Likes 5.8% Engagement 2,214 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
27.
Thomas Wenski Nano
@thomaswenskiOfficial Instagram account of the Most Rev. Thomas Wenski, Archbishop of Miami.
5.4K Followers 194 Avg. Likes 6.8% Engagement 7,462 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
28.
Tom Pringle Nano
@frtompringleTom Pringle is a priest public figure with a global audience and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
5K Followers 193 Avg. Likes 6.4% Engagement 4,097 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
29.
Dave Nix Nano
@frdave_nix"Padre Peregrino" Catholic Priest and Monk Missionary striving for the Apostolic Faith.
4.9K Followers 185 Avg. Likes 5.2% Engagement 5,081 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
30.
Ejike Mbaka Nano
@rev.fr.ejikembakaI Bless You All In The Name Of The Father And Of The Son And Of The Holy Spirit Amen. I Rev Father Ejike Mbaka From Amen Adoration Ministry Enugu.
3.8K Followers 142 Avg. Likes 4.9% Engagement 5,514 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
31.
Carlos Limongi Nano
@fr.carlos.limongiCatholic priest of the Archdiocese of New York, from Ecuador, pastor of
3.7K Followers 110 Avg. Likes 3.7% Engagement 6,229 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
32.
Adam Nowak Nano
@fatheradamnowakCatholic Priest of | PhD Student in Ethical Leadership
3.6K Followers 112 Avg. Likes 5.4% Engagement 450 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
33.
Charles T Myers Nano
@vicarofstjohnthebaptistPadre is Rector of The Episcopal Church of St John the Baptist in Orlando FL. An African American congregation rooted in the civil rights movement.
3.2K Followers 115 Avg. Likes 3.8% Engagement 3,662 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
34.
Daniel Cruz Nano
@fatherdanielcruzAd te levávi ánimam meam: Deus meus, in te confído | Priest of Diocese of Phoenix 🐦🔥| Pastor
3.2K Followers 104 Avg. Likes 4.2% Engagement 3,257 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
35.
John F Cyr Nano
@frjohncyrcatholic priest, pastor , chaplain , MBA
3.1K Followers 151 Avg. Likes 6% Engagement 6,139 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
36.
John Kladar Nano
@frkladarPastor at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Batavia
2.6K Followers 108 Avg. Likes 4.4% Engagement 4,545 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
37.
David L. Cassato Nano
@msgrdavePastor at St. Athanasius-St. Dominic ParishDeputy Chief Chaplain of NYPDVicar for Catholic Schools in Brooklyn/Queens Diocese
2.5K Followers 79 Avg. Likes 3.9% Engagement 829 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
38.
Thomas More Barba Nano
@veritatem1956Dominican friar, Catholic priest. 🇺🇸🇻🇦🏃🏽♂️ 🛏 🙏🏽 📚
2.4K Followers 84 Avg. Likes 5.1% Engagement 4,246 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
39.
Mario Amore Nano
@frmarioamoreMario Amore is a priest content creator with a global audience and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
2.2K Followers 76 Avg. Likes 4% Engagement 4,189 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
40.
Matthew Breslin Nano
@fr.breslinCatholic Priest, Archdiocese of NYGod loves you more than you’ll ever know
2.2K Followers 115 Avg. Likes 6.3% Engagement 5,844 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
41.
Phillip Tran Nano
@fr.philliptranA priest that loves God and his ministry! Sorry, I only follow priests/sisters/orgs God bless! Ps this is my ONLY account, scammers no scamming!
2.1K Followers 68 Avg. Likes 5% Engagement 3,208 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
42.
Peter Gallagher Nano
@fatherpgPriest of the Parochial Vicar - St. Mary’s, Gloucester Director of Catholic Identity -
1.9K Followers 100 Avg. Likes 6.6% Engagement 6,224 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
43.
Darryl Millette Nano
@frdarrylI'm a priest for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Saskatoon. Canon law student.Photos, homilies, and other content:
1.8K Followers 89 Avg. Likes 6.3% Engagement 3,841 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
44.
Joseph Paul Albin Nano
@frjosephpaulCatholic Priest / Dominican Friar / Preacher / Aspiring Chef / Diet Coke Fanatic Lives in serves at
1.5K Followers 55 Avg. Likes 4.2% Engagement 6,462 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
45.
Joe Laramie Nano
@joelaramiesj🔥 ❤️🔥 NEW Director, Sacred Heart Jesuit Retreat in Sedalia CO. Author 📚: ‘Love Him Ever More’
1.5K Followers 38 Avg. Likes 4.1% Engagement 3,950 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
46.
Matthew MacDonald Nano
@mattmacdonald84Parochial Administrator of Saint Joseph-Immaculate Conception Parish, Millbrook, New York and Priest of the Archdiocese of New York
1.5K Followers 64 Avg. Likes 4.9% Engagement 3,741 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
47.
Gregory Merkley Nano
@revfrmerkleyRoman Catholic Diocesan Priest for the Hamilton Diocese in Ontario, Canada. Wannabe saint! My posts are my own.
1.2K Followers 45 Avg. Likes 4.3% Engagement 2,579 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
48.
Antonio Silveira Nano
@fathersilveiraRoman Catholic Priest. Five Wounds Portuguese National Church. Diocese of San Jose. Portuguese. Acores. Pico.
1.2K Followers 39 Avg. Likes 4.8% Engagement 2,437 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
49.
Petros Mwale Nano
@mwalepetrosA Catholic Priest and Parish Priest at St. Martin de Porres Catholic Parish in the Catholic Diocese of Mzuzu
969 Followers 40 Avg. Likes 5.5% Engagement 6,603 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
50.
Andrew Carroll Jones Nano
@andrewcarrolljonesPriest in Llanbedrog, Archdeacon of Meirionnydd, Diocese of Bangor, Church in Wales, Trinity College Dublin
687 Followers 31 Avg. Likes 5.3% Engagement 7,221 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
51.
Greta Sharma Macro Delhi
@officialgretaCreating reviews and behind-the-scenes as a priest content creator. Reach out for paid collaborations and sponsorships.
528K Followers 7.5K Avg. Likes 1.4% Engagement 4,028 Posts India
Contact: via Instagram profile
52.
Sky Abubakar Macro Bogota
@sky.mediaPriest enthusiast from Bogota. Posts about community tips, reviews, and connecting with an engaged community.
593K Followers 13.2K Avg. Likes 1.8% Engagement 4,931 Posts Colombia
Contact: via Instagram profile
53.
Sana Nair ✓ Mid Helsinki
@sana52Priest content creator from Helsinki. Posts about behind-the-scenes, reviews, and connecting with an engaged community.
298K Followers 9.8K Avg. Likes 2.8% Engagement 5,827 Posts Finland
Contact: via Instagram profile
54.
Elijah Adebayo Mid Medellin
@elijahluxeEducator and priest creator known for how-to content. Open to brand partnerships and collaborations.
292K Followers 8K Avg. Likes 2.5% Engagement 1,573 Posts Colombia
Contact: via Instagram profile
55.
Catalina Robinson ✓ Mid Los Angeles, CA
@catalina.wildPriest hobbyist from Los Angeles, CA. Posts about behind-the-scenes, how-to content, and connecting with an engaged community.
235K Followers 5.2K Avg. Likes 1.7% Engagement 6,188 Posts United States
Contact: via Instagram profile
56.
Sofia Lima ✓ Mid Busan
@sofialimaCreating community tips and how-to content as a priest content creator. Reach out for paid collaborations and sponsorships.
424K Followers 7.8K Avg. Likes 2.5% Engagement 1,993 Posts South Korea
Contact: via Instagram profile
57.
Riley Khan Mid Chicago, IL
@riley_khanPriest specialist creator from Chicago, IL. Posts about tutorials, behind-the-scenes, and connecting with an engaged community.
218K Followers 4.5K Avg. Likes 2.3% Engagement 5,507 Posts United States
Contact: via Instagram profile
58.
Kenji Ellis Mid Denver, CO
@kenji.ellisCreating community tips and behind-the-scenes as a priest enthusiast. Reach out for paid collaborations and sponsorships.
321K Followers 4.5K Avg. Likes 2% Engagement 2,824 Posts United States
Contact: via Instagram profile
59.
Mei Ahmed Mid Melbourne
@mei69Creating behind-the-scenes and community tips as a priest specialist creator. Reach out for paid collaborations and sponsorships.
174K Followers 2.1K Avg. Likes 1.7% Engagement 1,216 Posts Australia
Contact: via Instagram profile
60.
Daniela Gonzalez Mid Zurich
@daniela86Daniela is a priest enthusiast based in Zurich, sharing how-to content and reviews.
151K Followers 3.2K Avg. Likes 1.9% Engagement 2,576 Posts Switzerland
Contact: via Instagram profile
61.
Axel Mwangi Mid Bangalore
@theaxelPriest specialist creator from Bangalore. Posts about how-to content, community tips, and connecting with an engaged community.
118K Followers 3.3K Avg. Likes 2.4% Engagement 4,135 Posts India
Contact: via Instagram profile
62.
Kingston Mwangi ✓ Mid Madrid
@rebelkingstonCreating reviews and tutorials as a priest enthusiast. Reach out for paid collaborations and sponsorships.
128K Followers 2.6K Avg. Likes 2.6% Engagement 1,871 Posts Spain
Contact: via Instagram profile
63.
Cora Rahman Micro Atlanta, GA
@cora.rahmanCreating behind-the-scenes and community tips as a priest specialist creator. Reach out for paid collaborations and sponsorships.
89.4K Followers 3.6K Avg. Likes 3.1% Engagement 5,227 Posts United States
Contact: via Instagram profile
64.
Andre Virtanen Mid Boston, MA
@andre.vibesContent creator and priest creator known for tutorials. Open to brand partnerships and collaborations.
128K Followers 3.1K Avg. Likes 2.7% Engagement 3,013 Posts United States
Contact: via Instagram profile
65.
Ethan Rahman Micro Mumbai
@ethan_rahmanCreating how-to content and tutorials as a priest enthusiast. Reach out for paid collaborations and sponsorships.
73K Followers 2.8K Avg. Likes 4.4% Engagement 661 Posts India
Contact: via Instagram profile
66.
Tariq Jung ✓ Micro Lyon
@tariq_jungSpecialist creator and priest creator known for behind-the-scenes. Open to brand partnerships and collaborations.
40.6K Followers 1.5K Avg. Likes 3.2% Engagement 6,668 Posts France
Contact: via Instagram profile
67.
Talia Volkov Micro Shanghai
@talia.volkovTalia is a priest educator based in Shanghai, sharing community tips and tutorials.
44.7K Followers 1.6K Avg. Likes 3.2% Engagement 440 Posts China
Contact: via Instagram profile
68.
Kennedy Ahmed Micro Lima
@luxekennedyEnthusiast and priest creator known for reviews. Open to brand partnerships and collaborations.
45.5K Followers 1.5K Avg. Likes 2.6% Engagement 5,533 Posts Peru
Contact: via Instagram profile
69.
Tara Diaz Micro Brussels
@tara.officialTara is a priest specialist creator based in Brussels, sharing community tips and how-to content.
28K Followers 1.2K Avg. Likes 4.6% Engagement 5,578 Posts Belgium
Contact: via Instagram profile
70.
Mai Banda Micro Busan
@maibandaEnthusiast and priest creator known for tutorials. Open to brand partnerships and collaborations.
11K Followers 277 Avg. Likes 2.6% Engagement 6,016 Posts South Korea
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× priest 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 | $543 | $2,839 |
| Typical Reel on this list | $1,030 | $4,533 |
| Five-creator test campaign (feed) | $2,715 | $14,195 |
What this priest 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 2014 (average age ~9.5 years; oldest 2011, newest 2024) with roughly 4,443 posts — enough history that you can actually audit a grid before you brief.
Primary language on the roster is English (80%). A meaningful secondary slice is Spanish (5.7%) — write the caption language into the brief if you care about comment quality.
Where gender is labelled, the split is 1 female / 49 male (20 unlabelled). Use that as a casting hint, not a quota.
Follower-tier mix
| Tier | Creators | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Nano (<10K) | 28 | 40% |
| Micro (10K–100K) | 20 | 28.6% |
| Mid (100K–500K) | 19 | 27.1% |
| Macro (500K–1M) | 2 | 2.9% |
| Mega (1M+) | 1 | 1.4% |
Where they are based
| Country | Creators | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 5 | 7.1% |
| India | 3 | 4.3% |
| Australia | 2 | 2.9% |
| Colombia | 2 | 2.9% |
| South Korea | 2 | 2.9% |
How to brief priest 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.
Priest Influencers vs related lists
Priest Influencers averages 0.9pp more engagement than AI Influencers and has a smaller median audience (25K vs 137K).
Priest Influencers averages 1.8pp more engagement than Cosplay Influencers and has a smaller median audience (25K vs 623K).
Priest Influencers matches Watch Influencers on average engagement (3.7%) and has a smaller median audience (25K vs 27.6K).
| List | Creators | Median followers | Avg. ER |
|---|---|---|---|
| Priest Influencers (this page) | 70 | 25K | 3.7% |
| 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 (50 verified public figures, 20 additional directory listings). Industry engagement midpoints and rate bands are public 2026 Instagram benchmarks, not private platform data. Full methodology.
Priest Influencers — frequently asked questions
Who are the top priest influencers in 2026?
Our September 2026 ranking of 70 priest influencers is led by David Michael Moses, Joseph Yoo, James Martin. Combined they represent 6.9M followers, with an average engagement of 3.7%. 50 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 priest 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 25K followers, 3.7% average ER, 33.8% 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 priest Instagram accounts?
For priest 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 3.7%, which is in line with (-0.1pp) 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 priest 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 $543–$2,839; a Reel is $1,030–$4,533. Usage rights, exclusivity and whitelisting usually add 30–50%. These are planning ranges, not quotes from the creators on this page.
Where are these priest influencers based?
The ranking spans 12 countries. The largest shares are United States (7.1%), India (4.3%), Australia (2.9%). If you need a single market, filter the table by country before you export a shortlist.
How can I contact these priest influencers?
50 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 priest 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 priest?
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.