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Facebook Ads Cost Per Lead Benchmarks for Consulting in Norway

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Cost Per Lead for Consulting in Norway

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Key takeaways

  • Across the same months, cost per lead in Consulting for Norway averaged 120.10, versus a global baseline of 36.48—about 3.3x above market, but highly uneven month to month.
  • The series shows an extreme spike in September 2024 (607.32) and a secondary surge in March–April 2025 (144.48–218.33), followed by a trough in August 2025 (4.86).
  • From the first to last observed month, Norway’s cost per lead fell 99.2%, while the global baseline rose 12.6% over the same window.
  • Volatility is elevated: average absolute month-to-month change is roughly 96% in Norway versus ~11% in the global trend.
  • Seasonality differs: globally, costs lift in Q4; in Norway, costs were below baseline from October to February, then spiked in March–April before falling into summer.

This analysis looks at cost per lead trends for industry Consulting and target country Norway compared to the global trend. The analysis is based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks.

Overview of the selected trend

  • Average and distribution: The Norway series averaged 120.10 with a median of 41.78, indicating a skew from a few very high months.
  • Highs and lows: Highest month was September 2024 at 607.32; the lowest was August 2025 at 4.86. Range: 602.46.
  • Momentum: From September 2024 to August 2025, costs declined 99.2%.
  • Notable spikes/dips:
  • September 2024: outsized spike (18.5x the global baseline).
  • March–April 2025: sharp jump to 144.48 and 218.33.
  • August 2025: pronounced dip to 4.86.
  • Volatility: The average absolute month-to-month percent change was ~96%, with a median month-to-month move around 51%. Largest swings occurred Feb→Mar (+507%) and Apr→May (−76%).

Comparison to the global baseline

  • Baseline level and seasonality: The global series across the same months averaged 36.48, with a high of 39.63 (December 2024) and a low of 31.12 (October 2024). Global costs typically tick up in Q4 around holiday periods.
  • Direction of travel: Over the same timeline (Sep 2024 to Aug 2025), the baseline increased by 12.6%.
  • Relative positioning by month:
  • Above market: September 2024 (+1,747%), March 2025 (+340%), April 2025 (+466%), May 2025 (+32%), July 2025 (+60%).
  • In line/below: October 2024 (−2%), December 2024 (−22%), January 2025 (−26%), February 2025 (−39%), August 2025 (−87%).
  • Volatility comparison: Norway’s month-to-month variability (~96% absolute change) was roughly 9x the global baseline (~11%), highlighting outsized swings versus a steadier global pattern.

What the patterns suggest

  • Seasonality: While the global benchmark shows its typical Q4 lift, Norway’s Consulting costs were below the global average through much of October–February, then spiked in early spring (March–April) and cooled into late summer.
  • Level vs. market: Overall, Norway ran above market on average but oscillated between well below and far above the global benchmark.

Understanding cost per lead benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Consulting and Norway 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 Consulting industry, Facebook ad costs can be influenced by seasonal trends and market competition. For campaigns targeting Norway, 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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Norway Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Apr 17Maundy Thursday
Apr 18Good Friday
Apr 20Easter Sunday
Apr 21Easter Monday
May 1Labour Day
May 17Constitution Day
May 29Ascension Day
Jun 8Whit Sunday
Jun 9Whit Monday
Dec 25Christmas Day
Dec 26Boxing Day

Key Shopping Season

Late November (Black Friday/Singles Day), December (Christmas & post‑Christmas sales), Spring holiday period (April–May travel and tourism)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC could rise during Easter and Ascension when Norwegians travel or spend time on leisure. Constitution Day (May 17) is widely celebrated—media activity may increase and ad competition could intensify. Most public holidays result in shop closures; ad inventory may shrink during holidays. Pentecost weekend may reduce weekday competition.

What is considered a good cost per lead on Facebook in 2025?

A good CPL usually ranges from $10 to $50, depending on your industry and target audience. B2C offers tend to be cheaper, while B2B or high-ticket services may see CPLs over $100.

Why is my CPL higher than industry averages?

Your CPL could be high due to weak creative, irrelevant targeting, or an offer that doesn't resonate. Low engagement or poor conversion rates on your landing page can also drive up costs.

Does campaign objective impact CPL?

Yes. Campaigns optimized for conversions or leads tend to generate cheaper and more qualified leads compared to traffic or engagement objectives. Facebook needs clear signals to find the right users.

How can I generate leads at a lower cost without hurting lead quality?

Focus on improving your offer, targeting the right audience, and using high-converting creative. Test native lead forms, but make sure you're still qualifying users properly.

Should I optimize for leads or conversions if my goal is pipeline growth?

If your goal is sales or revenue, optimizing for deeper funnel conversions is better. Optimizing for leads alone can inflate volume but hurt quality.