#mlk — Instagram Hashtag Analysis

With 1.6M total posts and 1.3K new posts daily, #mlk is a very high-competition hashtag (score: 100/100). Average posts get 2.2K likes and 69 comments.

Popular Hashtags for #mlk

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#mlkday	1.6M	1.3K	2.2K	100	78
#martinlutherking	992.8K	67	4.2K	75	74
#martinlutherkingjr	820.1K	33	4.2K	45	69
#ihaveadream	791.4K	80	4.1K	80	59
#civilrights	1.2M	194	2.0K	100	72

Related Hashtags to #mlk

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#mlkjr	255.5K	1	2.6K	7	59
#love	2.1B	360.0K	1.3K	100	61
#blackhistory	4.9M	506	1.2K	100	61
#equality	10.8M	194	2.2K	100	62
#justice	7.8M	1.8K	3.2K	100	75

Similar Hashtags to #mlk

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#mlkday	1.6M	1.3K	2.2K	100	78
#mlkjr	255.5K	1	2.6K	7	59
#mlkquotes	130.3K	28	3.3K	24	74
#mlkday2024	19.5K	0	4.9K	1	52
#mlkweekend	205.5K	37	1.9K	33	72

Hashtag Cloud

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How to Use #mlk on Instagram

Mix with niche hashtags — #mlk has very high competition. Combine it with smaller, more specific hashtags to improve your visibility.
Use 5-15 hashtags per post — Include #mlk alongside related tags for the best reach. Don't just use one hashtag.
Combine with related hashtags — Try pairing #mlk with #mlkjr, #love, #blackhistory for a well-rounded hashtag set.
Check for banned hashtags — Always verify your hashtags are safe before posting. Use the IQHashtags Banned Hashtag Checker.

Frequently Asked Questions

How popular is #mlk on Instagram?

#mlk has 1.6M total posts on Instagram with approximately 1.3K new posts added daily. The average post using #mlk receives 2.2K likes and 69 comments.

Is #mlk a good hashtag to use?

#mlk has a competition score of 100/100 (very high) and a reach score of 78/100. This is a competitive hashtag — best used alongside smaller, niche-specific tags.

What hashtags go well with #mlk?

The best hashtags to use with #mlk include: #mlkjr, #love, #blackhistory, #equality, #justice. Using a mix of related hashtags helps you reach a wider audience while staying relevant to your content.

Editorial transparency: This article was drafted with AI assistance using IQ Hashtags' internal platform data and research, then reviewed and edited for accuracy by Ewa Suwińska, Editorial Lead at IQ Hashtags. Last reviewed: 2026-06-04. Learn about our editorial process →

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