Instagram sponsored post rate calculator
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What is an Instagram sponsored post rate?
An Instagram sponsored post rate is the fee a creator charges a brand for publishing branded content on their Instagram account. It is priced primarily on average views and engagement rate rather than follower count alone, then adjusted for the deliverable type (Reel, feed post or Story), usage rights and exclusivity.
Instagram sponsorship rates by follower count
| Audience size | Typical rate (July 2026) |
|---|---|
| 1K – 10K followers (nano) | $50 – $150 per Reel |
| 10K – 50K followers (micro) | $150 – $500 per Reel |
| 50K – 200K followers (mid-tier) | $500 – $1,500 per Reel |
| 200K – 1M followers (macro) | $1,500 – $5,000 per Reel |
| 1M+ followers (mega) | $5,000+ per Reel |
Typical ranges for a dedicated organic Reel with no paid usage rights. Strong engagement (above roughly 3%) justifies the top of each range; paid amplification or exclusivity adds 30 – 100% on top.
How the Instagram rate calculator works
Enter your real numbers
Followers, average views and engagement rate, the metrics brands actually price against.
Set the deliverable & terms
Choose the format, usage rights and whether the brand wants category exclusivity.
Get a defensible range
A suggested price plus a low-to-high range and a breakdown you can quote in a pitch.
Common questions
How much should I charge for an Instagram Reel?
A common starting point is roughly $10 per 1,000 views for a dedicated Reel, adjusted up for high engagement, usage rights (paid amplification or full buyout), exclusivity and a direct call-to-action. The calculator above turns your real numbers into a suggested range.
What affects my Instagram sponsored post rate?
The biggest drivers are average views and engagement rate, then the deliverable type (dedicated vs integration vs Story), whether the brand wants paid usage rights, and category exclusivity. Bigger, more engaged, and more demanding briefs push the price up.
Is this Instagram rate calculator free?
Yes, it's completely free and needs no account. If you want the number saved to a shareable media kit that auto-updates with your real stats, you can create a free kitpager page.
