#raleigh — Instagram Hashtag Analysis

With 2.5M total posts and 601 new posts daily, #raleigh is a very high-competition hashtag (score: 100/100). Average posts get 909 likes and 18 comments.

Popular Hashtags for #raleigh

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#raleighnc	2.5M	601	909	100	35
#northcarolina	11.8M	1.8K	1.8K	100	63
#durham	3.6M	466	1.5K	100	60
#nc	8.1M	977	1.4K	100	64
#charlotte	10.4M	1.3K	1.9K	100	39

Related Hashtags to #raleigh

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#cary	570.6K	93	2.8K	84	58
#atlanta	45.3M	4.1K	1.5K	100	55
#chapelhill	858.4K	95	1.4K	93	60
#greensboro	1.8M	307	999	100	60
#carync	750.7K	213	2.0K	94	56

Similar Hashtags to #raleigh

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#raleighnc	2.5M	601	909	100	35
#raleighhairstylist	456.8K	108	1.4K	87	67
#raleighrealestate	273.4K	103	2.5K	82	55
#raleighphotographer	380.0K	49	1.4K	46	77
#downtownraleigh	523.0K	65	1.1K	62	73

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How to Use #raleigh on Instagram

Mix with niche hashtags — #raleigh has very high competition. Combine it with smaller, more specific hashtags to improve your visibility.
Use 5-15 hashtags per post — Include #raleigh alongside related tags for the best reach. Don't just use one hashtag.
Combine with related hashtags — Try pairing #raleigh with #cary, #atlanta, #chapelhill 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 #raleigh on Instagram?

#raleigh has 2.5M total posts on Instagram with approximately 601 new posts added daily. The average post using #raleigh receives 909 likes and 18 comments.

Is #raleigh a good hashtag to use?

#raleigh has a competition score of 100/100 (very high) and a reach score of 35/100. This is a competitive hashtag — best used alongside smaller, niche-specific tags.

What hashtags go well with #raleigh?

The best hashtags to use with #raleigh include: #cary, #atlanta, #chapelhill, #greensboro, #carync. 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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