Paul “Polio Paul” Alexander
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451.7K
Followers
1
Following
8.3M
Total Hearts
12
Videos
691.7K
Avg Hearts/Video
4.9%
Engagement Rate
2.1y
Account Age
17.9K
Followers/Month
329.8K
Hearts/Month
0.5
Videos/Month
Account Overview
What This Report Covers
This account ranks 842 out of 1349 tracked creators and holds a follower count that is 0.4 times the median size of 1.1 million, making it a small account. Growth is fast as it gains 17.9K followers every month despite being only 2.1 years old. Average views reach 14.4M per video, which is well above what its follower count would predict. The like rate of 4.82% falls just below the median of 4.93%. This report continues with a deep dive into content performance and audience engagement.
Account Classification
| Account Size | Mid-Tier (100K+) |
| Account Age | 2024-01-18 |
| Verification | No |
| Language | EN |
| Follower Ratio | 452K:1 |
Data Summary
| Videos Analyzed | 12 |
| Avg Plays per Video | 14,425,000 |
| Avg Likes per Video | 694,950 |
| Engagement Rate | 4.9% |
Engagement Analysis
Based on 12 videos
The audience approves at a lower rate than the platform median. Saves represent the strongest form of engagement for this creator, while shares and comments follow as secondary signals of interest. The data shows 0.303% saves, 0.048% shares, and 0.035% comments per view. With 43.6K saves, 6.9K shares, and 5.0K comments across the content, the audience prioritizes keeping the information for later use over active discussion or word-of-mouth spread. Brands should treat this as a high-intent archive of content rather than a community hub. Reach is erratic with a consistency coefficient of 1.89. Only one video reached the 5x average mark and one video hit the 2x mark from a total of 12 videos. This audience is an active one.
14.4M
Avg Plays/Video
695.0K
Avg Likes/Video
5.0K
Avg Comments/Video
6.9K
Avg Shares/Video
Engagement Quality Analysis
These use the median rather than the average, so one freak viral video cannot inflate them. They show the level a typical post on this account actually reaches.
6.1M
Median Plays
199.4K
Median Likes
11.7M
75th Percentile
98.9M
Top Video
1564.96
Engagement per 1K Followers
Normalized influence metric
Total Engagement (Sample)
The combined likes, comments, shares and saves across only the recent videos we analysed, not the account's lifetime.
173,100,000
Total Plays
8,339,400
Total Likes
60,260
Total Comments
83,055
Total Shares
523,776
Total Saves
Engagement Ratios
Each action as a share of views. Likes-to-views is how often a viewer taps like; saves-to-views is how often they bookmark a video to return to; shares spread it to others. Higher saves and shares signal content people find worth keeping or passing on, not just watching.
4.82%
Likes / Views
0.04%
Comments / Views
0.05%
Shares / Views
0.30%
Saves / Views
Likes are much higher than other actions, showing that viewers prefer quick interactions with content. The low share and comment rates suggest people enjoy watching but rarely engage by sharing or discussing.
Viral Hit Rate
How often a video beats this account's own average views. The 2x figure is the share of videos that did at least twice the norm, the 5x figure at least five times. A higher rate means breakout hits happen more often rather than reach depending on rare spikes.
8.30%
2x Avg (1 of 12)
0%
5x Avg (1 of 12)
Consistency Score
How steady the view count is from video to video, shown as a grade and a CV number. A lower CV and a better grade mean predictable reach on every post; a high CV means the views swing widely between hits and flops.
D
CV: 1.89
Lower CV = more consistent performance
Estimated Earnings
Revenue estimates based on follower count and average video performance
Sponsorships provide the primary revenue stream for this creator. Based on a follower count of 451.7K, they can expect a sponsorship range between $3,000 and $6,000 per post. This brander value far outweighs Creator Fund payouts because those payments scale with views while paying only pennies per thousand. High view counts generate some volume, but the true profit lies in the direct link between audience size and advertiser fees. A rank of 842 out of 1349 places this creator below the median for follower count. This position makes them a value buy rather than a premium name that can demand top-tier rates. The quoted range serves as a ceiling to bargain under instead of a fixed fee. A cost per view calculation of $0.0002 to $0.0004 helps buyers determine if a quote is paying for the creator's reach or their specific identity. These are modelled estimates from public metrics, not disclosed earnings.
Creator Fund (Est. Monthly)
Based on avg 14.4M views/video
$144 – $288
$0.02 - $0.04 per 1,000 views
Sponsorship Value (Est. Per Post)
Based on 451.7K followers (Mid-Tier (100K+))
$3,614 – $6,776
Industry rate for mid-tier (100k+) creators
Content Strategy Analysis
Based on 12 videos
The core of this feed lives in the 60 to 180 second range where ten out of twelve videos sit. Create content within this window to mirror the primary format that earns steady views. Original audio appears on less than half of the posts, meaning the creator often trades a unique sonic brand for the reach provided by trending sounds. Long captions averaging 241 characters provide deep context for every clip. Enabling both duet and stitch options across all videos invites other creators to remix the content. The standout video lasted 121 seconds and reached nearly seven times the usual audience. It earned over six million likes against just 31k comments, showing that high-volume passive watching beat active debate. Average views of 14.4 million confirm this is a large account with established scale. Focus on maintaining these long-form engagement patterns rather than seeking small-scale growth.
Video Duration Breakdown
How the account's recent videos split across length bands. It shows the format the creator leans on, from very short clips to long-form.
2m 6s
Average Duration
The account favors videos between 60 to 180 seconds with 10 out of 12 videos falling in this range. No engagement data is provided for this specific chart.
Original Sound Usage
Percentage of videos using the creator's own audio
Posting Patterns & Optimal Timing
Based on 12 videos
This creator follows a dormant or erratic pattern because they post below the field median with inconsistent gaps and a low frequency rank. While their follower count is high, the lack of consistent output makes it difficult to predict when new content will appear. The current pace has only been established for 77 days, so this behavior is not yet a proven habit. Because the consistency grade is low and the gap variance is high, you cannot rely on a predictable drumbeat for your campaign. New content most often lands on Tuesday and Thursday around 03:00 UTC. Avoid planning time-sensitive tie-ins for Saturday when the account is quiet.
Posting Frequency
How often the account posts, against the typical tracked creator. It tells you whether to expect a steady stream or occasional drops.
| Videos per Week | 1.1 |
| Avg Gap Between Posts | 170.0h |
| Data Range | 77 days |
Most Active Days
Which days of the week new videos most often appear. These are upload times, when fresh content lands, not necessarily when the audience is watching.
Posting Hours (UTC)
A heatmap of the hours (UTC) when this account publishes. Darker or taller blocks are the busier posting windows. Read it as the creator's release schedule, not their audience's active hours.
How to read these charts
A heatmap of the hours (UTC) when this account publishes. Darker or taller blocks are the busier posting windows. Read it as the creator's release schedule, not their audience's active hours.
The account posts most often on Tuesday and Thursday with a peak at 3:00 UTC. The volume is low because there are only about 1.1 posts per week.
Top Videos
Top 10 by play count
149.9M
Combined Plays (Top 5)
7.7M
Combined Likes (Top 5)
30.0M
Avg Plays per Top Video
Pinned Video
Videos pinned to the top of @ironlungman's profile page
Replying to @Michelle Great question! We had an issue with the machine yesterday. And Paul had to breath on his own for a few minutes until we could replace the part. Apologies for the squeaking from the replacement part of the machine. #conversationswithpaul #ironlung #poliopaul #PaulAlexander #Qan
22.9M
Views
1.0M
Likes
8.2K
Comments
7.2K
Shares
70.6K
Saves
Replying to @ⁱˢᵃ ˡᵉᵗ ᵐᵉ ˢᵉᵉ ᵗʰᵉ ᵈᵘⁿᵏˢ Thank you for all of your questions! Paul understands that even questions about the most basic functions of his life are valuable! #conversationswithpaul #ironlung #poliopaul #PaulAlexander #QandA
11.7M
Views
184.4K
Likes
2.2K
Comments
2.0K
Shares
11.3K
Saves
Replying to @Josie While everyone has a unique law school experience, Paul attended UT Law School in a very interesting way… #conversationswithpaul #ironlung #poliopaul #PaulAlexander #QandA
9.9M
Views
263.3K
Likes
2.7K
Comments
2.3K
Shares
16.9K
Saves
Please keep Paul in your thoughts and prayers! ❤️🙏#conversationswithpaul #ironlung #poliopaul #PaulAlexander
6.5M
Views
213.0K
Likes
6.6K
Comments
1.8K
Shares
16.1K
Saves
Paul took five years writing “Three Minutes For A Dog” by typing into a computer using a pencil placed in his mouth! The link to his book can be found below on Amazon! #conversationswithpaul #ironlung #poliopaul #PaulAlexander
5.7M
Views
312.3K
Likes
1.7K
Comments
2.5K
Shares
19.3K
Saves
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Most Common Words
The words that show up most in this account's captions, with stopwords and hashtags removed. They sketch the verbal tone and recurring themes.
Top Sounds
The sounds this account uses most. A feed dominated by one original sound points to self-produced audio; a spread of trending tracks points to a creator riding sound trends for reach.
Key Insights & Takeaways
Audience & Reach
The audience size sits at a 0.4x multiple of the median creator because it falls below the typical follower count for this category. A brand should view this as a niche reach rather than an opportunity for broad awareness. Location data is not available for this account. The like response tracks slightly below the median, meaning the engagement rate per viewer is lower than average. This indicates that while the content reaches people, the message may face more friction in generating immediate interaction from the audience. This profile fits the entertainment category because the low follower multiple and modest like rate suggest a niche interest group rather than a high-engagement community for direct conversion.
Key Takeaways
Strengths
- + Strong engagement rate above platform average
- + Established follower base of 451,700
- + Consistent growth at 17.9K followers/month
- + Active posting schedule (1.1 videos/week)
Opportunities
- ~ Optimize posting times for peak engagement windows
- ~ Analyze top-performing content for replicable patterns
- ~ Leverage geographic targeting for regional audiences
- ~ Explore collaboration potential with similar creators
Summary
This analysis of @ironlungman reveals a mid-tier (100k+) TikTok presence with 451,700 followers. The account demonstrates an engagement rate of 4.9%, averaging 14.4M plays per video across 12 analyzed videos. Key strengths include 8.3M total hearts, with opportunities to further optimize timing and content strategy based on the patterns identified in this report.
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Start SearchingAbout This Analysis: This analysis is based on a snapshot of @ironlungman's TikTok profile and recent videos. It evaluates content strategy, engagement patterns, and posting behavior. Metrics are based on 12 analyzed videos.
Data collected and analyzed by TKMetrics | Analysis date: Jul 1, 2026