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Facebook Ads Cost Per App Install Benchmarks for Healthcare in United Kingdom

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Cost Per App Install for Healthcare in United Kingdom

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Facebook Ads benchmarks: cost per app install

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

Key takeaways

  • Overall level: Great Britain Healthcare sits below market on average (10.54 vs 13.73), about 23% lower than the global baseline across Mar–Aug 2025.
  • Trend shape: Costs climb steadily from March and surge in late summer, peaking in August.
  • Volatility: Higher-than-market volatility. Average month-to-month change is ~80% vs ~60% globally.
  • Relative position by month:
  • Mar–Jun: consistently below market (−62% to −80% vs global each month).
  • Jul–Aug: flips above market (+11% in Jul; +134% in Aug).
  • Seasonality: Within the window observed, both series show a mid-year rise; globally, there is also a Q4 spike visible in November followed by a December cooldown.

Great Britain Healthcare: time-series highlights (Mar–Aug 2025)

  • Average: 10.54
  • Low: 2.58 in March
  • High: 35.14 in August
  • First-to-last change: +1,264% from March (2.58) to August (35.14)
  • Month-to-month moves:
  • Mar→Apr: +7%
  • Apr→May: +34%
  • May→Jun: +44%
  • Jun→Jul: +156%
  • Jul→Aug: +157%
  • Volatility: Average absolute month-to-month change ~79.7%; wide spread (coefficient of variation ≈110%), driven by the sharp July–August escalation.
  • Notable spike: A clear inflection begins in June, with the steepest jumps in July and August.

Comparison to the global baseline

  • Overlapping-month average (Mar–Aug 2025):
  • Great Britain Healthcare: 10.54
  • Global baseline: 13.73
  • Highs/lows:
  • GB peak 35.14 (Aug) exceeds the global peak of 26.21 (Jun) during the same period.
  • GB low 2.58 (Mar) sits well below the global low 6.87 (Mar).
  • First-to-last change (Mar→Aug):
  • GB Healthcare: +1,264%
  • Global: +118%
  • Volatility:
  • Global average absolute month-to-month change ~60.5% (coefficient of variation ≈44%), indicating a steadier market compared to GB Healthcare.
  • Relative position per month:
  • March: 2.58 vs 6.87 (−62%)
  • April: 2.76 vs 11.51 (−76%)
  • May: 3.70 vs 10.43 (−65%)
  • June: 5.35 vs 26.21 (−80%)
  • July: 13.70 vs 12.35 (+11%)
  • August: 35.14 vs 15.00 (+134%)

Seasonal patterns and context

  • Within the observed months, both series rise into summer, with the global baseline peaking in June and GB Healthcare peaking later in August.
  • The broader global series also shows a Q4 lift (notably higher in November than October and December), consistent with typical holiday-period cost pressure.

Understanding cost per app install benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Healthcare and Great Britain 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 United Kingdom, advertisers experience moderate to high costs with strong performance in urban areas. 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.

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United Kingdom Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Jan 22nd January (Scotland)
Apr 18Good Friday
Apr 21Easter Monday
May 5Early May Bank Holiday
May 26Spring Bank Holiday
Aug 25Summer Bank Holiday
Dec 25Christmas Day
Dec 26Boxing Day

Key Shopping Season

Late November (Black Friday/Cyber Monday surge), Late December (Christmas & Boxing Day promotions), Early May holiday weekend promotions

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC might increase around early May and late August bank holidays as people engage in leisure travel or retail browsing. During Black Friday/Cyber Monday, retail CPMs could spike sharply in fashion, electronics, and online shopping. Late December typically sees peak CPMs, with e‑commerce budgets needing early ramp-up.

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.