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Facebook Ads Cost Per App Install Benchmarks for Healthcare in India

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Cost Per App Install for Healthcare in India

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Facebook Ads benchmarks: cost per app install trend summary

  • This analysis looks at cost per app install trends for industry Healthcare 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.
  • No observations were available for Healthcare in India in the selected period, so segment-level averages and seasonality cannot be computed. The global baseline provides a reference point.
  • Globally, the median cost per app install averaged 12.67 over the last 12 months, with a low of 6.20 (October 2024) and a high of 26.21 (June 2025).
  • The baseline shows pronounced volatility: the median month-to-month move was about 5.00, with the biggest spike from May to June (+15.78) and the sharpest pullback from June to July (−13.86).
  • From the first to the last month, the global baseline rose 271%, finishing September 2025 at 22.99, well above its long-run average.

Scope and context

  • Metric: cost per app install
  • Industry: Healthcare
  • Country: India
  • Comparison: selected segment vs. global baseline
  • Note: Selected segment data is not available for the period provided; insights below summarize the global baseline to contextualize market conditions.

Selected segment (Healthcare, India)

  • Data availability: No monthly medians reported for the timeframe. As a result, averages, highs/lows, and month-to-month changes cannot be calculated for this segment.
  • Relative positioning: With no observed values, we cannot determine whether Healthcare in India is above market, below average, or in line with overall trends.

Global baseline highlights

  • Average (12 months): 12.67
  • High: 26.21 in June 2025
  • Low: 6.20 in October 2024
  • End level: 22.99 in September 2025
  • Change from first to last month: +271%
  • Volatility:
  • Average absolute month-to-month change: 6.50
  • Median absolute month-to-month change: 5.00
  • Largest spike: +15.78 from May to June 2025
  • Largest drop: −13.86 from June to July 2025

Seasonality and pattern notes

  • Q4 pattern: The baseline shows a notable lift in November (14.28), consistent with typical Q4 holiday-period pressure, followed by softer December–January levels (8.52 and 6.36).
  • Mid-year acceleration: A strong run in late Q2 and late Q3 is evident, with peaks in June (26.21) and elevated levels again in September (22.99).
  • Overall trajectory: Despite intra-year swings, the trend finishes substantially higher than it began, indicating elevated acquisition costs by late Q3.

Comparison summary

  • Healthcare in India: No time-series available; direct benchmarking versus the global baseline cannot be computed.
  • Global context: Benchmarks point to higher costs during peak demand periods (notably November and June/September) and a broad rise over the year.

Understanding cost per app install benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Healthcare 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 Healthcare industry, Facebook ad costs can be higher than average due to specialized audience targeting and compliance requirements. 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.