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Facebook Ads Cost Per Lead Benchmarks for Energy and Mining in France

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Cost Per Lead for Energy and Mining in France

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Key takeaways

  • Across Sep 2024–May 2025, cost per lead (CPL) for Energy and Mining in France is 2.42x above the global baseline (average 88.94 vs. 36.73).
  • The period’s high was 155.08 in November 2024 and the low was 59.63 in October 2024; first-to-last change is +41.1% (Sep 2024 to May 2025).
  • Volatility is elevated: average month-to-month absolute change is 44.8% vs. 13.1% for the baseline.
  • A strong Q4 surge is evident, with a +160% jump in November and elevated December levels—consistent with global holiday-season patterns.
  • The selected market remained “above market” in every observed month, ranging from 1.84x (September) to 3.73x (November) the global CPL.

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

Scope and context

  • Metric: cost per lead (CPL)
  • Selection: Energy and Mining in France
  • Baseline: All industries and all countries
  • Overlapping months analyzed: 2024-09 to 2025-05 (with gaps in Feb–Apr for the selected series)

Energy and Mining in France: trend highlights

  • Average CPL: 88.94
  • High/low: 155.08 (Nov 2024) and 59.63 (Oct 2024); range of 95.45.
  • First-to-last change: +41.1% from September 2024 (60.49) to May 2025 (85.34).
  • Month-to-month changes:
  • Sep → Oct: -1.4%
  • Oct → Nov: +160.0% (notable spike)
  • Nov → Dec: -39.6%
  • Dec → Jan: -15.3%
  • Jan → May: +7.5%
  • Volatility: average absolute MoM change of 44.8%, indicating sharp swings tied largely to the November peak and Q4 pricing pressures.

Comparison to the global baseline

  • Baseline average (same months): 36.73, making France Energy & Mining 2.42x the global median.
  • Baseline high/low: 41.58 (Nov 2024) and 31.12 (Oct 2024).
  • Baseline first-to-last change (Sep 2024 → May 2025): +20.5%.
  • Baseline volatility: average absolute MoM change of 13.1%.
  • Relative positioning by month:
  • Always above market; from 1.84x (Sep 2024) to 3.73x (Nov 2024).
  • The largest divergence occurs in November, when the selected CPL spikes far more than the global benchmark.

Seasonality and stability

  • Seasonal pattern: Both the selected market and the global baseline show Q4 uplift, with costs peaking in November and moderating in December. This aligns with typical holiday-driven competition.
  • Stability: The selected series is considerably more volatile than the global trend, with larger and faster swings around the Q4 peak and a higher overall price level.

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

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Apr 18Good Friday (Alsace & Moselle)
Apr 21Easter Monday
May 1Labour Day
May 8Victory in Europe Day
May 29Ascension Day
Jun 9Whit Monday
Jul 14Bastille Day
Aug 15Assumption Day
Nov 1All Saints' Day
Nov 11Armistice Day
Dec 25Christmas Day
Dec 26Saint Stephen's Day (Alsace & Moselle)

Key Shopping Season

Late November (Black Friday/Cyber Monday), December (Christmas & post‑Christmas sales), May–June (spring sales)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC might increase during spring holidays when leisure and travel campaigns see higher engagement. Extended 'ponts' (bridge days) in May could create long weekends with lower weekday ad inventory. Late November and December feature steep increases in ad competition. Christmas season may drive peak ad volumes.

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.