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Facebook Ads Cost Per App Install Benchmarks for Agriculture in India

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Cost Per App Install for Agriculture in India

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Key takeaways

  • No in-market data is available for Agriculture in India, so this summary benchmarks against the global baseline only. Relative positioning (“above market” or “below average”) for India cannot be assessed for this period.
  • Globally, cost-per-app-install averaged 12.67 over the last 12 months (median 11.44), with a low of 6.20 in October 2024 and a high of 26.21 in June 2025.
  • The series was volatile: average month-to-month absolute change was about 61%, with notable swings in November (+131% vs. October), June (+151% vs. May), and September (+53% vs. August).
  • Seasonality in this dataset shows pronounced mid-year inflation (Q2–Q3 averages around 16–16.8) and comparatively lower costs in Q1 and Q4 (8.20 and 9.67, respectively).
  • From October 2024 to September 2025, the global benchmark rose by approximately 271%.

This analysis looks at cost-per-app-install trends for industry Agriculture and target country India compared to the global trend. The analysis is based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks.

What’s covered

  • Metric: cost per app install (median by month)
  • Selected segment: Agriculture, India
  • Baseline: global benchmark time series

Global baseline benchmarks for cost-per-app-install

  • Overall average: 12.67; median: 11.44
  • High/low: peak 26.21 (June 2025); trough 6.20 (October 2024)
  • First-to-last change: from 6.20 (Oct 2024) to 22.99 (Sep 2025), up ~271%
  • Notable spikes/dips:
  • November 2024: +131% vs. October (14.28 vs. 6.20)
  • December 2024: -40% vs. November (8.52)
  • February 2025: +79% vs. January (11.36)
  • March 2025: -39% vs. February (6.87)
  • June 2025: +151% vs. May (26.21)
  • July 2025: -53% vs. June (12.35)
  • September 2025: +53% vs. August (22.99)

Seasonality and volatility

  • Seasonal pattern: Mid-year (Q2–Q3) costs are materially higher than early-year and year-end:
  • Q4 2024 average: 9.67
  • Q1 2025 average: 8.20
  • Q2 2025 average: 16.05
  • Q3 2025 average: 16.78
  • Volatility: Average month-to-month absolute change of ~61% indicates frequent, large swings. The widest range within the year was ~20.02 between the low (October 2024) and the high (June 2025).

Comparison to Agriculture in India

  • The selected dataset (Agriculture, India) contains no monthly observations for this period, so we cannot compute local averages, highs/lows, seasonality, or volatility, nor can we position India relative to the global baseline.
  • Use the global series above as the directional benchmark until localized data becomes available.

Notes

  • Values reflect monthly medians of cost per app install; figures are provided as-is without currency assumptions.
  • All comparisons are based solely on the months provided.

Understanding cost-per-app-install benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Agriculture and India helps advertisers make more efficient budget and creative choices.

Understanding the Data

Insights & analysis of Facebook advertising costs

Facebook advertising costs vary based on many factors including industry, target audience, ad placement, and campaign objectives. In the Agriculture industry, Facebook ad costs can be influenced by seasonal trends and market competition. For campaigns targeting India, advertisers should consider local market factors and user behavior. Different campaign objectives lead to varying costs based on how Facebook optimizes for your specific goals. The data shown represents median values across multiple campaigns, and individual results may vary based on ad quality, audience targeting, and campaign optimization.

Why we use median instead of average

We use the median CTR because the underlying distribution of click-through rates is highly skewed, with a small share of campaigns achieving extremely high CTRs. These outliers can inflate a simple average, making it less representative of what most advertisers actually experience. By using the median—which sits at the midpoint of all campaigns—we provide a more rigorous and realistic benchmark that reflects the true underlying data model and helps you set attainable performance expectations.

Key Factors Affecting Facebook Ad Costs

  • Competition within your selected industry and audience demographics
  • Ad quality and relevance score – higher quality ads can lower costs
  • Campaign objective and bid strategy
  • Timing and seasonality – costs often increase during holiday periods
  • Ad placement (News Feed, Instagram, Audience Network, etc.)

Note: This data represents industry median values and benchmarks. Your actual costs may vary based on specific targeting, ad creative quality, and campaign optimization.

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The data behind the benchmarks

All data is sourced from over $3B in Facebook ad spend, collected across thousands of ad accounts that use Superads daily to analyze and improve their campaigns. Every data point is fully anonymized and aggregated—no individual advertiser is ever exposed.

This dataset updates frequently as new ad data flows in. It will only get bigger and better.

India Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 26Republic Day
Mar 14Holi
Apr 18Good Friday
May 1Labour Day
Aug 15Independence Day
Oct 2Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti
Oct 21Diwali
Dec 25Christmas Day

Key Shopping Season

October (Diwali), Late November (Black Friday/Cyber Monday), December (Christmas), July–August (Raksha Bandhan, Ganesh Chaturthi)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPMs might spike significantly during Diwali, especially in electronics, apparel, jewellery, and gifts. Black Friday/Cyber Monday and December could drive elevated ad competition. State-specific festivals might see regional campaign spikes. Bank closures during holidays may push online shopping to cluster in end-of-week periods.

What's a good CPI for iOS vs Android in 2025?

iOS CPIs often range from $2 to $5 or more. Android is usually cheaper, between $1 and $3. Your CPI will depend on geo, creative, and optimization goal.

Why is my app install cost higher in some countries?

Some regions like the US, UK, and Canada have higher competition and stricter privacy regulations, which drive up costs. Countries with lower purchasing power typically have cheaper CPIs.

What creatives drive the lowest CPI on Facebook?

Short videos showing app benefits, UGC-style content, and localized messaging tend to perform best. Clear CTAs and fast-paced visuals help lower your CPI.

Should I optimize for installs or in-app actions?

Optimizing for installs gets volume, but optimizing for actions like signups or purchases brings higher quality users. It depends on your goals and how much post-install behavior matters.

How do I lower CPI without tanking app retention or quality?

Align your creative with the app experience, avoid misleading ads, and exclude users who already installed. You can also test lookalike audiences based on high-quality users, not just all installers.