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Facebook Ads Cost Per App Install Benchmarks for Construction

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Cost Per App Install for Construction

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Key takeaways

  • This analysis looks at cost per app install trends for industry Construction and target country All countries available compared to the global trend, based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks.
  • No monthly observations are available for the selected segment during the period, so results below reflect the global baseline only.
  • Global baseline average: 12.67 per install across Oct 2024–Sep 2025, with a wide range from 6.20 (low) to 26.21 (high).
  • High volatility: average absolute month-over-month change of about 61% (≈6.50), with sharp spikes in November, June, and September.
  • Clear seasonality: costs rise in Q4 (notably November), soften early Q1, and surge again mid-year and late Q3.

About the data and framing

  • Metric: cost per app install (median by month).
  • Segment reviewed: Construction, all countries available (no values reported for the selected period).
  • Baseline used for comparison: global trend (all industries/countries).

Selected segment summary

  • The selected Construction segment across all countries shows no recorded monthly medians for the timeframe provided. As a result, segment-level averages, highs, lows, and volatility cannot be computed for this period.

Global baseline trend highlights

  • Overall level:
  • Average: 12.67 per install.
  • Median period: Oct 2024 to Sep 2025 (12 months).
  • Highs and lows:
  • Highest month: June 2025 at 26.21.
  • Lowest month: October 2024 at 6.20.
  • Range: 20.01 between peak and trough.
  • First-to-last change:
  • From 6.20 in Oct 2024 to 22.99 in Sep 2025: +271% overall.
  • Volatility:
  • Average absolute month-to-month change ≈ 6.50 per install, or about 61% on a relative basis.
  • Largest single-month jump: May to June 2025 (+151%).
  • Largest single-month decline: June to July 2025 (−53%).
  • Notable spikes/dips:
  • November 2024: 14.28 (+131% vs October), typical Q4 lift around holiday periods.
  • December 2024: 8.52 (−40% vs November), a post-peak correction.
  • February–April 2025: intermittent rebounds (11.36–11.51) around the long-run average.
  • June 2025: 26.21, the period’s high.
  • July 2025: 12.35, normalizing after the June spike.
  • August–September 2025: 15.00 rising to 22.99, a late Q3 surge.

Seasonality and pattern recognition

  • Q4 pattern: Costs typically increase in November during holiday advertiser competition, with a pullback in December.
  • Early Q1 softness: January and March were among the lowest-cost months (6.36 and 6.87).
  • Mid-year surge: June reached the peak of the period, and September posted a second-highest level—suggesting elevated competition in late Q3.

Comparison to the selected segment

  • Because the Construction segment across all countries has no available observations, a direct comparison to the global baseline (above market, below average, or in line) cannot be determined for this timeframe. The baseline establishes the directional context marketers would typically use for benchmarking.

Understanding cost per app install benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Construction and All countries available 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 Construction industry, Facebook ad costs can be influenced by seasonal trends and market competition. Geographic targeting affects ad costs based on market competition and user engagement in different regions. 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.

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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.