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Facebook Ads Cost Per Lead Benchmarks for E-commerce in Colombia

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Cost Per Lead for E-commerce in Colombia

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, this analysis looks at cost per lead trends for industry E-commerce and target country Colombia compared to the global trend.
  • The Colombia E-commerce series is highly volatile, swinging from a low of 5.47 in July 2025 to a spike of 5,356.34 in December 2024—a nearly 1,000x range.
  • On average, the selected series (735.58) sits far above the global baseline (37.44), roughly 19.6x higher, though five months fall below the baseline.
  • Seasonality appears in both series: the baseline shows a gentle Q4 uplift, while the selected series shows extreme Q4 movements with a sharp December spike and a mid-year trough in June–July.

What the selected series shows

  • Period covered: October 2024 to August 2025.
  • Average: 735.58; median: 100.54.
  • High: 5,356.34 in December 2024; low: 5.47 in July 2025.
  • Change from first to last month: 606.98 (Oct 2024) to 11.14 (Aug 2025), a -98.2% decline.
  • Volatility: pronounced month-to-month swings, including:
  • Oct → Nov: -98.1% (606.98 to 11.68)
  • Nov → Dec: +45,880% (11.68 to 5,356.34)
  • Dec → Jan: -98.1% (5,356.34 to 100.54)
  • Mar → Apr: +8,719% (6.31 to 552.92)
  • May → Jun: -99.5% (1,251.85 to 6.40)

How it compares to the global baseline

  • Matching months (Oct 2024–Aug 2025) baseline:
  • Average: 37.44; median: 38.59.
  • High: 41.58 in November 2024; low: 31.12 in October 2024.
  • Change from first to last month: +18.9% (31.12 to 37.03).
  • Relative positioning:
  • Overall: above market. The selected average is ~19.6x the baseline.
  • By month: 6 of 11 months are above the baseline (often by double- to triple-digit multiples: e.g., December 2024 is ~135x and May 2025 ~31.6x the baseline), while 5 months are below baseline (notably March–August, excluding April and May).
  • Volatility comparison:
  • Baseline stays in a tight band (low 30s to low 40s) with typical month-to-month moves under ±18%.
  • The selected series shows extreme spikes and collapses, with multiple swings greater than ±80%.

Seasonal patterns and notable months

  • Q4 pattern:
  • Baseline shows a typical Q4 uplift (October–December), consistent with broader Facebook Ads benchmarks.
  • The selected series shows an outsized December spike after a steep November dip, indicating atypical Q4 volatility relative to the global norm.
  • Mid-year softness:
  • The selected series dips sharply in June and July (6.40 and 5.47), well below the baseline mid- to high-30s, before a modest rebound in August (11.14).
  • Other highlights:
  • April and May are elevated (552.92 and 1,251.85), far above the baseline (38.59 and 39.63).

Understanding cost per lead benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry E-commerce and Colombia 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 E-commerce industry, Facebook ad costs can be varied, with peaks during holiday seasons and competitive product categories. For campaigns targeting Colombia, 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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Colombia Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Jan 6Epiphany
Mar 24Saint Joseph's Day
Apr 17Maundy Thursday
Apr 18Good Friday
May 1Labour Day
Jun 2Ascension Day
Jun 23Corpus Christi
Jun 30Sacred Heart of Jesus
Jul 20Independence Day
Aug 7Battle of Boyacá
Aug 18Assumption of Mary
Oct 13Columbus Day
Nov 3All Saints' Day
Nov 17Independence of Cartagena
Dec 8Immaculate Conception
Dec 25Christmas Day

Key Shopping Season

Late November (Black Friday/Cyber Monday), December (Christmas), Mid‑year promotions around Independence Day (Jul 20) and Children's Day (Oct 13)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC might increase during long weekends and holidays like Independence Day due to heightened leisure media consumption. Major e‑commerce events could result in sharp spikes in retail competition. June holidays could disrupt typical ad pacing. Many holidays shifted to Mondays make weekend campaigns perform 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.