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Facebook Ads Cost Per App Install Benchmarks for Public Administration in Colombia

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Cost Per App Install for Public Administration in Colombia

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Key takeaways

  • This analysis looks at cost per app install trends for industry Public Administration and target country Colombia compared to the global trend; it is based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks.
  • No selected data was available for Public Administration in Colombia in the period provided, so direct in-country benchmarks and a head-to-head comparison to the global baseline cannot be calculated.
  • Globally, cost per app install trended higher through mid-2025 with pronounced spikes in November 2024, June 2025, and September 2025. Volatility was high, with average month-to-month absolute moves around 74%.

Scope and data availability

  • Selected segment: Public Administration, Colombia.
  • Data availability: No selected-data points were provided for the period, so only the global baseline (all industries, all countries) is analyzed for directional context.

Global benchmark overview (baseline)

Period covered: Sep 2024–Sep 2025 (13 months)

  • Average cost per app install: 11.85
  • Lowest month: 1.98 in Sep 2024
  • Highest month: 26.21 in Jun 2025
  • Change from first to last month: +1,061% (1.98 to 22.99), driven by a very low base in Sep 2024
  • Volatility: average absolute month-to-month change ≈ 73.6%

Notable spikes and dips:

  • Oct to Nov 2024: +130% (6.20 to 14.28)
  • Nov to Dec 2024: −40% (14.28 to 8.52)
  • May to Jun 2025: +151% (10.43 to 26.21)
  • Jun to Jul 2025: −53% (26.21 to 12.35)
  • Aug to Sep 2025: +53% (15.00 to 22.99)

Seasonal patterns:

  • Q4 2024 showed a run-up into November followed by a December pullback (average Q4 ≈ 9.67).
  • Q1 2025 softened further (average ≈ 8.20).
  • Costs escalated in Q2 and stayed elevated through Q3 (averages ≈ 16.05 in Q2 and ≈ 16.78 in Q3), with peaks in June and September—consistent with seasonal budget ramps and late-quarter pushes often seen in mobile acquisition.

Selected segment: Public Administration in Colombia

  • Data availability: No monthly medians were provided for this segment in the timeframe, so averages, highs/lows, and volatility for Colombia’s Public Administration cannot be computed from the selected data.

Comparison to the global baseline

  • Relative positioning: Because selected data is unavailable, we cannot determine whether Public Administration in Colombia is above market, below average, or in line with overall trends.
  • Directional context: Globally, the market moved from very low levels in Sep 2024 to elevated levels by mid/late 2025, with pronounced volatility and seasonal surge periods (notably November, June, and September).

Conclusion

While a direct Colombia Public Administration benchmark isn’t available for this window, the global baseline indicates rising costs into mid-2025 and high month-to-month variability, with identifiable seasonal surges. Understanding cost per app install benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Public Administration and Colombia 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 Public Administration industry, Facebook ad costs can be influenced by seasonal trends and market competition. For campaigns targeting Colombia, 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.

Colombia Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Jan 6Epiphany
Mar 24Saint Joseph's Day
Apr 17Maundy Thursday
Apr 18Good Friday
May 1Labour Day
Jun 2Ascension Day
Jun 23Corpus Christi
Jun 30Sacred Heart of Jesus
Jul 20Independence Day
Aug 7Battle of Boyacá
Aug 18Assumption of Mary
Oct 13Columbus Day
Nov 3All Saints' Day
Nov 17Independence of Cartagena
Dec 8Immaculate Conception
Dec 25Christmas Day

Key Shopping Season

Late November (Black Friday/Cyber Monday), December (Christmas), Mid‑year promotions around Independence Day (Jul 20) and Children's Day (Oct 13)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC might increase during long weekends and holidays like Independence Day due to heightened leisure media consumption. Major e‑commerce events could result in sharp spikes in retail competition. June holidays could disrupt typical ad pacing. Many holidays shifted to Mondays make weekend campaigns perform better.

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.