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Facebook Ads Cost Per Lead Benchmarks for Consumer Goods in India

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Cost Per Lead for Consumer Goods in India

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Facebook Ads cost-per-lead benchmarks: key takeaways

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

  • Overall level: Consumer Goods in India sits far above market, averaging about 1,955 vs a global baseline of ~36.8 across the same months (~53x higher).
  • Seasonality: Clear Q4 cost surge (Nov–Dec 2024) followed by a sharp post‑holiday correction in February and a partial rebound in March.
  • Volatility: Extremely high month-to-month swings in India (individual MoM moves from +1,023% to −99.7% to +6,984%) versus modest global changes.
  • Trajectory: From October 2024 to March 2025, India’s cost per lead rose roughly +240%, while the global baseline increased about +5.5%.
  • Standout months: December 2024 marked the peak; February 2025 recorded the low and dipped below market levels.

Selected data overview (Consumer Goods, India)

  • Coverage: Oct 2024 to Mar 2025 (no reading in Jan 2025)
  • Average: ~1,955; Median: ~958
  • High/low: High 5,356 (Dec 2024); Low 13.52 (Feb 2025)
  • Start/end: 282 (Oct 2024) to 958 (Mar 2025), a ~+240% increase
  • Month-to-month changes:
  • Oct → Nov: +1,023%
  • Nov → Dec: +69%
  • Dec → Feb: −99.7%
  • Feb → Mar: +6,984%
  • Notable spikes/dips: Massive Q4 spike in Nov–Dec; pronounced collapse in Feb; rebound in Mar. Overall, volatility is extreme.

Comparison to the global baseline

To align periods, we compare the baseline in Oct, Nov, Dec 2024 and Feb, Mar 2025.

  • Baseline average: ~36.8; Median: ~38.9
  • Baseline high/low: High 41.58 (Nov 2024); Low 31.12 (Oct 2024)
  • Baseline start/end: 31.12 (Oct 2024) to 32.84 (Mar 2025), ~+5.5%
  • Baseline volatility: Average absolute MoM change ~14%, indicating steadier movement than the selected data.
  • Relative positioning by month:
  • Oct 2024: ~9x above market
  • Nov 2024: ~76x above market
  • Dec 2024: ~135x above market
  • Feb 2025: ~65% below market
  • Mar 2025: ~29x above market

Seasonal patterns and trend signals

  • Q4 surge: Costs typically increase in Q4 around holiday periods. The India Consumer Goods series shows a sharp lift in November and an even higher peak in December.
  • Post‑holiday correction: A substantial pullback in February (below global levels) indicates a reset after peak-season intensity.
  • Stabilization signs: March rebounds above market but remains well below December’s extreme.

Bottom line

Consumer Goods cost per lead in India is markedly above average versus the global baseline, with pronounced Q4 seasonality and outsized volatility. December 2024 is the apex, February 2025 the trough, and the period ends materially higher than it began, while the global trend remains comparatively stable.

Understanding COST_PER_LEAD benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Consumer Goods and India 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 Consumer Goods industry, Facebook ad costs can be influenced by seasonal trends and market competition. For campaigns targeting India, 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.

India Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 26Republic Day
Mar 14Holi
Apr 18Good Friday
May 1Labour Day
Aug 15Independence Day
Oct 2Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti
Oct 21Diwali
Dec 25Christmas Day

Key Shopping Season

October (Diwali), Late November (Black Friday/Cyber Monday), December (Christmas), July–August (Raksha Bandhan, Ganesh Chaturthi)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPMs might spike significantly during Diwali, especially in electronics, apparel, jewellery, and gifts. Black Friday/Cyber Monday and December could drive elevated ad competition. State-specific festivals might see regional campaign spikes. Bank closures during holidays may push online shopping to cluster in end-of-week periods.

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.