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Facebook Ads Cost Per App Install Benchmarks for Public Safety in Netherlands

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Cost Per App Install for Public Safety in Netherlands

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Key takeaways

  • Based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks, cost-per-app-install (CPI) for Public Safety in the Netherlands sits above market overall: the selected average (15.95) is 21% higher than the global baseline aligned to the same months (13.18).
  • Volatility is moderate relative to the market. The Netherlands series shows an average month-to-month absolute change of ~30%, versus ~60% in the global baseline for the same intervals.
  • Notable divergence in late Q2: the Netherlands spikes in May (22.65) then drops in June (14.48), while the global baseline surges in June to its period high (26.21).
  • From January to June, the Netherlands declines slightly (-4.5%), whereas the global baseline climbs sharply (+312%), indicating June’s global spike did not materialize locally.
  • Seasonal context from the global series shows a Q4 bump (peaking in November), while the Netherlands pattern in 2025 highlights a May spike rather than a June surge.

Scope and framing

This analysis looks at cost-per-app-install trends for industry Public Safety and target country Netherlands compared to the global trend.

Overview of the Netherlands Public Safety CPI

  • Coverage: Jan, Feb, Apr, May, Jun 2025.
  • Average: 15.95; median: 14.48.
  • High/low: peak 22.65 (May 2025); low 13.39 (April 2025); range 9.27.
  • Change from first to last month: 15.16 (Jan) to 14.48 (Jun), down 4.5%.
  • Month-to-month dynamics:
  • Jan → Feb: -7.3%
  • Feb → Apr: -4.8%
  • Apr → May: +69.3% (notable spike)
  • May → Jun: -36.1% (reversal)
  • Volatility: average absolute month-to-month change ~29.9%, indicating moderate fluctuation with one pronounced spike in May.

Global baseline comparison (aligned months)

  • Average: 13.18; median: 11.36.
  • High/low: peak 26.21 (June 2025); low 6.36 (January 2025); range 19.85.
  • Change from January to June: +312% (6.36 → 26.21), driven by a June surge.
  • Month-to-month dynamics:
  • Jan → Feb: +78.6%
  • Feb → Apr: +1.3%
  • Apr → May: -9.4%
  • May → Jun: +151.1% (sharp spike)
  • Volatility: average absolute month-to-month change ~60.0%, significantly higher than the Netherlands series.

Relative positioning: Netherlands vs. global

  • On average: Netherlands is 21% above market for the period.
  • Month-by-month vs. baseline:
  • January: +139% (above market)
  • February: +24% (above market)
  • April: +16% (above market)
  • May: +117% (above market)
  • June: -45% (below market)
  • Summary: The Netherlands is above market in 4 of 5 observed months, with the exception of June, when the global trend spikes and the Netherlands retrenches.

Seasonal notes

  • Global seasonality shows a clear Q4 bump (November 2024 at 14.28) and a mid-year surge in June 2025.
  • The Netherlands series in 2025 exhibits a May peak and June pullback, diverging from the global June spike.

Understanding cost-per-app-install benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Public Safety and Netherlands 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 Safety industry, Facebook ad costs can be influenced by seasonal trends and market competition. For campaigns targeting Netherlands, 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.

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Netherlands Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Apr 18Good Friday
Apr 20Easter Sunday
Apr 21Easter Monday
Apr 26King's Day
May 5Liberation Day
May 29Ascension Day
Jun 8Pentecost Sunday
Jun 9Pentecost Monday
Dec 25Christmas Day
Dec 26Boxing Day

Key Shopping Season

Late November–early December (Black Friday/Cyber Monday), December (Christmas and Boxing Day sales), Spring holidays (April–June tourism)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC might rise during spring holiday cluster when travel and leisure ads see elevated engagement. Liberation Day (May 5) is mandatory national holiday—ad inventory might shrink. Ad competition increases in late December for holiday promotions. Few summer holidays mean more consistent campaign performance through summer.

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.