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Facebook Ads Cost Per App Install Benchmarks for Wellness & Holistic Health in New Zealand

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Cost Per App Install for Wellness & Holistic Health in New Zealand

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Key takeaways

  • This analysis looks at cost-per-app-install trends for industry Wellness & Holistic Health and target country New Zealand compared to the global trend; the analysis is based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks.
  • New Zealand’s median cost-per-app-install (CPI) averaged 27.02 from December 2024 to August 2025—about 2.1x the global baseline (12.78) over the same months.
  • Volatility is high in New Zealand: average month-to-month absolute change was roughly 121%, versus 54% globally.
  • Seasonal pattern in the selected data shows a pronounced mid-year surge, peaking in July–August 2025, after very low CPIs in March–April 2025.
  • Relative positioning alternated: New Zealand was above market in December and February, then below global levels March–June, before spiking well above market in July–August.

Overview and context

We summarize monthly medians for cost-per-app-install across two time-series: the selected segment (Wellness & Holistic Health in New Zealand) and a global baseline. The goal is to benchmark CPI levels, volatility, highs/lows, and seasonal patterns to understand how New Zealand compares to overall Facebook Ads benchmarks.

Selected data: Wellness & Holistic Health in New Zealand

  • Average: 27.02 across 8 months.
  • Median: 17.57.
  • High: 67.18 in August 2025.
  • Low: 2.86 in April 2025.
  • Range: ~23.5x from low to high, indicating wide dispersion.
  • Change from first to last month: +323% (15.87 in December 2024 to 67.18 in August 2025).
  • Volatility: average absolute month-to-month change of ~121%.
  • Notable movements:
  • Dec → Feb: +186% jump (15.87 to 45.42).
  • Feb → Mar: sharp dip to 3.39 (−92%).
  • Mar–Apr: trough at 2.86 (−16% vs March).
  • Apr–Aug: sustained climb, with strong gains into July (+194%) and August (+19%), culminating in the period’s peak.

Global baseline (same months for a like-for-like comparison)

  • Average: 12.78; median: 11.44.
  • High: 26.21 in June 2025.
  • Low: 6.87 in March 2025.
  • Change from first to last month: +76% (8.52 in December 2024 to 15.00 in August 2025).
  • Volatility: average absolute month-to-month change of ~53.6%.
  • Pattern: gradual lift into June, a pullback in July, then a modest uptick in August.

Comparison to the global trend

  • Overall level: New Zealand averaged about 2.1x the global CPI. Median also ran higher (17.57 vs 11.44).
  • Highs and lows:
  • New Zealand’s peak (67.18 in August) was 2.6x the global peak (26.21 in June).
  • New Zealand’s trough (2.86 in April) fell well below the global low (6.87 in March).
  • Relative by month:
  • Above market: December (+86%), February (~4x), July (~4.6x), August (~4.5x).
  • Below market: March (−51%), April (−75%), May (−47%), June (−27%).
  • Volatility: New Zealand’s swings were more than double the global baseline, especially around March–April dips and July–August surges.

Seasonal patterns and monthly highlights

  • New Zealand shows a mid-year acceleration with the highest CPIs in July–August 2025, after a pronounced dip in March–April.
  • The global baseline rises into June (its peak), softens in July, and edges up in August.
  • Notable spikes/dips:
  • New Zealand’s sharpest declines occurred in February → March and March → April.
  • The strongest rally was from May → June and June → July, culminating in an August high.

Understanding cost-per-app-install benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Wellness & Holistic Health and New Zealand 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 Wellness & Holistic Health industry, Facebook ad costs can be influenced by seasonal trends and market competition. For campaigns targeting New Zealand, 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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New Zealand Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Jan 2Day after New Year's Day
Feb 6Waitangi Day
Apr 18Good Friday
Apr 21Easter Monday
Apr 25ANZAC Day
Jun 2King's Birthday
Jun 20Matariki
Oct 27Labour Day
Dec 25Christmas Day
Dec 26Boxing Day

Key Shopping Season

Late November–early December (Black Friday/Cyber Monday), Christmas season (Boxing Day sales), Mid‑year promotions (Matariki in June), Back-to-school (late January/early February)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC might rise around Waitangi Day and ANZAC Day as public events increase media consumption. Matariki is new public holiday with growing awareness—advertising may see elevated competition. Late November–December Black Friday/Cyber Monday could drive ad costs significantly. Regional anniversary holidays may cause local inventory shifts.

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.