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Facebook Ads Cost Per Lead Benchmarks for Fitness & Training Centers

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Cost Per Lead for Fitness & Training Centers

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Key takeaways

  • The Fitness & Training Centers cost per lead (CPL) across All countries available averaged $27.17, which is 24% below the global baseline average of $35.80—generally below market.
  • Volatility was high: average month-to-month movement was $14.67 vs. $4.50 for the baseline (≈3.3x more volatile).
  • High/low for the selected series: $61.34 in July 2025 (high) and $8.79 in April 2025 (low), a wide $52.55 range.
  • From September 2024 to September 2025, CPL fell 55% (from $22.44 to $10.10), versus a 37% decline in the baseline.
  • Seasonal patterns: mild Q4 uplift, a January–February surge, an April dip, a sharp spike in July–August, and a marked drop in September.
  • Above market in February, July, and August; below the global trend in the remaining months.

This analysis looks at cost per lead trends for industry Fitness & Training Centers and target country 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.

Selected series overview (Fitness & Training Centers, All countries)

  • Average CPL: $27.17 across 13 months.
  • High/low:
  • High: $61.34 in July 2025.
  • Low: $8.79 in April 2025.
  • Range: $52.55.
  • Notable movements:
  • Q4 2024 showed a modest uptick (October $17.57 → November $22.98 → December $23.85).
  • Early-year surge into February ($33.52 in January → $46.88 in February).
  • Sharp drop in April to $8.79, then recovery through June.
  • Strong spike in July ($61.34) and elevated August ($49.51), followed by a steep September pullback to $10.10.
  • Volatility: average absolute month-to-month change of $14.67.
  • First-to-last change: -55% (September 2024 $22.44 → September 2025 $10.10).

Comparison to the global baseline

  • Baseline average CPL: $35.80 (selected is 24% lower, indicating generally below-market costs).
  • Baseline high/low:
  • High: $41.58 in November 2024.
  • Low: $20.63 in September 2025.
  • Range: $20.95 (far narrower than the selected series).
  • Volatility: baseline’s average absolute month-to-month change was $4.50, much steadier than the selected series.
  • Month-by-month positioning:
  • Selected was below the baseline in 10 of 13 months.
  • Above market in February 2025 ($46.88 vs. $38.86), July 2025 ($61.34 vs. $38.67), and August 2025 ($49.51 vs. $37.03).
  • Trend from first to last month:
  • Baseline decreased 37% (September 2024 $32.88 → September 2025 $20.63), less pronounced than the 55% decline in the selected series.

Seasonal patterns to note

  • Q4: Both series display higher costs in November–December, aligning with typical holiday auction pressure.
  • Q1–Q2: Selected series peaks in February, then dips sharply in April before gradually rebounding.
  • Q3 2025: Exceptional turbulence in the selected series—spike in July/August and a large September reset—while the baseline remains comparatively stable until its own September drop.

Understanding cost per lead benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Fitness & Training Centers 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 Fitness & Training Centers 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.