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Discord Community Management Statistics
Moderation benchmarks, engagement data, and insights for managing Discord communities.
Last updated: February 25, 2026
Ideal Mod-to-Member Ratio
Servers Use Bots
Optimal Channel Count
Typical Rule Violation Rate
Moderation Statistics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Ideal Mod-to-Member Ratio | 1:50 - 1:150 |
| Average Daily Mod Actions (per 1k members) | 5-15 actions |
| Rule Violation Rate | 3-5% of messages |
| Spam/Scam Attempts (per 1k members/month) | 10-30 |
| Moderator Burnout Rate (within 1 year) | 40-60% |
Warnings
of mod actions
Mutes/Timeouts
of mod actions
Bans
of mod actions
Bot Usage Statistics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Servers Using At Least One Bot | 85%+ |
| Average Bots per Server (100+ members) | 3-5 bots |
| Messages Handled by Bots Daily | ~30% of all |
| Automod Effectiveness Rate | 70-85% |
Most Popular Bot Categories
Server Structure Benchmarks
| Server Size | Channels | Roles | Categories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small (<100 members) | 5-10 | 3-5 | 2-3 |
| Medium (100-1k members) | 10-20 | 5-15 | 3-5 |
| Large (1k-10k members) | 15-30 | 10-25 | 5-8 |
| Very Large (10k+ members) | 20-50 | 15-50 | 6-12 |
Common Mistake
Servers with too many channels see 30-40% lower engagement. The "channel overwhelm" effect causes members to disengage. Start minimal and add channels based on demand.
Community Engagement Data
Peak Activity Times (UTC)
| Weekdays | 6PM - 11PM |
| Weekends | 2PM - 12AM |
| Peak Day | Saturday |
| Lowest Day | Monday |
Event Participation Rates
| Game Nights | 15-25% |
| Q&A/AMA Events | 10-20% |
| Giveaways | 30-50% |
| Watch Parties | 8-15% |
Member Activity Breakdown
Super Active
(Daily participants)
Active
(Weekly participants)
Lurkers
(Read, rarely post)
Inactive
(No activity 30+ days)
Time Investment Statistics
| Server Size | Weekly Hours (Owner) | Weekly Hours (Mod) |
|---|---|---|
| Small (<100 members) | 2-5 hours | 1-3 hours |
| Medium (100-1k members) | 5-10 hours | 3-7 hours |
| Large (1k-10k members) | 10-20 hours | 5-15 hours |
| Very Large (10k+ members) | 20-40+ hours | 10-20 hours |
Where Managers Spend Time
Common Management Challenges
Keeping Members Active
The most common challenge. Regular events and fresh content are key solutions.
Finding Reliable Moderators
Recruiting and retaining quality mods who stay long-term is difficult.
Handling Conflicts
Member disputes, drama, and toxic behavior require constant attention.
Growing the Community
Attracting new members while maintaining community culture.
Time Management
Balancing community management with other responsibilities.
Spam & Raid Protection
Preventing and responding to spam bots and coordinated attacks.
Sources & Methodology
Community management statistics are compiled from surveys of Discord server owners and moderators, analytics from server management tools, and community manager forums and communities.
Note: These benchmarks represent aggregate data across various community types. Your specific experience may vary based on niche, moderation approach, and community culture.
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