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Facebook Ads Cost Per Lead Benchmarks for Crypto & Blockchain

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Cost Per Lead for Crypto & Blockchain

October 2024 - October 2025

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Facebook Ads cost-per-lead benchmarks: Crypto & Blockchain vs global baseline

This analysis looks at cost-per-lead (CPL) trends for the industry Crypto & Blockchain across all countries available compared to the global trend. The analysis is based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks.

Key takeaways

  • Crypto & Blockchain CPL averaged 444.55 across Sep 2024–Jan 2025, about 12.3x above the global baseline average of 36.15 over the same months.
  • The series peaked sharply in Nov 2024 at 1,026.50 and bottomed in Sep 2024 at 195.26; range = 831.24.
  • From first to last month, CPL increased 34.6% (195.26 to 262.87).
  • Volatility was high: average absolute month-to-month change was ~89% for Crypto & Blockchain vs ~13.5% for the baseline.
  • Seasonality: both series show a Q4 lift, with a pronounced spike for Crypto & Blockchain in November and a moderation into December–January.

Crypto & Blockchain CPL overview (selected data)

  • Average: 444.55; median: 358.10 (Dec 2024).
  • High/low: 1,026.50 (Nov 2024) / 195.26 (Sep 2024).
  • Month-to-month changes:
  • Sep → Oct: +94.6% (195.26 → 380.04)
  • Oct → Nov: +170.1% (380.04 → 1,026.50)
  • Nov → Dec: −65.1% (1,026.50 → 358.10)
  • Dec → Jan: −26.6% (358.10 → 262.87)
  • Notable spikes/dips:
  • A pronounced spike in November aligns with peak Q4 competition.
  • Costs eased in December and again in January but remained above September’s starting level.

Comparison to the global baseline

  • Baseline average (Sep 2024–Jan 2025): 36.15; high/low: 41.58 (Nov 2024) / 31.12 (Oct 2024).
  • Baseline change from first to last month: +8.1% (32.88 → 35.54).
  • Relative positioning (selected vs baseline by month):
  • Sep: 5.9x above market (195.26 vs 32.88)
  • Oct: 12.2x above (380.04 vs 31.12)
  • Nov: 24.7x above (1,026.50 vs 41.58)
  • Dec: 9.0x above (358.10 vs 39.63)
  • Jan: 7.4x above (262.87 vs 35.54)
  • Volatility comparison: Crypto & Blockchain shows materially higher swings (avg ±89%) versus the baseline’s steadier pattern (avg ±13.5%).

Seasonality signals

  • Q4 lift is evident in both series, with November as the high point. The Crypto & Blockchain spike is outsized relative to the baseline’s modest increase, followed by normalization in December and a further pullback in January.

Understanding cost-per-lead benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Crypto & Blockchain and All countries available 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 Crypto & Blockchain industry, Facebook ad costs can be influenced by seasonal trends and market competition. Geographic targeting affects ad costs based on market competition and user engagement in different regions. 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.

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.