Data updated: July 2026
Katie Hoofnagle Darnold β
@_hoofy Β· Instagram Β· US Β· travel
About Katie Hoofnagle Darnold
Katie Hoofnagle Darnold, known as _hoofy on Instagram, is a lifestyle creator specializing in travel and city guides. With a follower count of 17,812, she operates within the micro-influencer category. Her content often features a quirky and relatable vibe, utilizing humorous and entertaining tones. Katie engages her audience through various formats, including stories and reels, showcasing her experiences and insights into different locations. Some content may require brand review.
@_hoofy's followers & following
@_hoofy currently has 17,812 followers on Instagram and follows 1,489 accounts, a follower-to-following ratio of 11.96. That places the account in the micro tier of travel creators.
@_hoofy's content
@_hoofy has published 279 posts to date, working across stories, reels. The account's content is classified under travel, city-guides. Bio: βCA SC NC MN WA βIβm here so I wonβt get finedββ
AI quality check on @_hoofy
Zaver's AI analyzed this account across 20+ parameters before listing it publicly. No blocking issues were detected in our standard screening.
- Audience location & demographics
- Engagement quality & authenticity
- Follower growth patterns
- Signs of purchased followers
- Content niche classification
- Brand safety screening
- Posting activity & consistency
- Language & audience fit
@_hoofy's rankings on Zaver
Based on follower count among creators that passed Zaver's indexing quality bar.
@_hoofy's audience
Audience snapshot
50% male Β· 50% female
Core age group25-34
Katie's audience skews evenly in gender, with a notable age range of 25-34. The majority of her followers are based in the US, indicating a strong domestic presence that aligns well with her travel-focused content.
Collaboration pricing
Price tierstandard
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Brands in the travel and lifestyle sectors would align well with Katie's content. Her engaging and playful approach appeals to audiences looking for relatable travel experiences, making her an effective partner for brands seeking authentic connections.
Frequently asked questions
How many Instagram followers does @_hoofy have?
As of July 2026, @_hoofy has 17,812 followers (18K) on Instagram, follows 1,489 accounts, and has published 279 posts. Zaver refreshes these numbers on a rolling basis.
How do I contact @_hoofy?
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How much does @_hoofy charge for a sponsored post?
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What is @_hoofy's net worth?
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Does @_hoofy have fake followers?
Zaver's AI authenticity check scores @_hoofy 90/100, based on 20+ signals including engagement quality, follower growth patterns and signs of purchased followers. That indicates a predominantly genuine audience. Run the full authenticity check β
Who follows @_hoofy?
@_hoofy's 18K followers skew 50% male / 50% female, core age group 25-34. Full audience breakdowns β age bands, gender split and country-level distribution β are part of @_hoofy's report on Zaver.
Which influencers are similar to @_hoofy?
Zaver lists comparable travel creators in United States in the "Influencers like @_hoofy" section on this page, matched by niche, audience size and engagement. Zaver users can also search all 32,187 vetted travel creators with plain-English queries.
What is the follower count?
Katie has 17,812 followers.
What is the engagement rate?
The engagement rate is currently not available.
What is the collaboration pricing?
Pricing varies, but Katie is estimated to fall within the standard price tier.
What is the content niche?
Katie primarily focuses on travel, with a secondary niche in city guides.
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