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Facebook Ads Cost Per Lead Benchmarks for Healthcare in Canada

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Cost Per Lead for Healthcare in Canada

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 reviews cost per lead trends for Healthcare in Canada versus the global baseline from Sep 2024 to Aug 2025.
  • Healthcare in Canada ran well below market overall: average cost per lead was 17.01, about 54% lower than the global average of 37.06.
  • Volatility was high in Canada (median month-over-month change ≈ 86%) versus a steady global trend (≈ 5.4%). An April spike to 70.95 marked the main outlier.
  • Seasonality diverged from the typical global Q4 uptick: Canada stayed very low through Q4 and spiked in April instead. In 11 of 12 months, Canada was below the global baseline; April was the only month above.

What we analyzed

This analysis looks at cost per lead trends for industry Healthcare and target country Canada compared to the global trend. We summarize medians by month and compare the selected series against the baseline to understand relative levels, volatility, and seasonal patterns for Facebook Ads benchmarks.

Selected data (Healthcare, Canada)

  • Average: 17.01 across 12 months.
  • High/low: peak 70.95 (Apr 2025); low 0.48 (Sep 2024). Peak-to-trough range: 70.47 (≈148× swing).
  • Start-to-end change: from 0.48 (Sep 2024) to 25.51 (Aug 2025), a +5,215% increase, reflecting a move from exceptionally low Q4 levels to sustained midyear costs.
  • Volatility:
  • Median month-over-month absolute change ≈ 86%.
  • Notable spikes/dips:
  • Oct → Nov: +936% (0.75 to 7.77)
  • Nov → Dec: −87% (7.77 to 1.01)
  • Dec → Jan: +~1,300% (1.01 to 14.09)
  • Mar → Apr: +~1,314% (5.02 to 70.95)
  • Apr → May: −86% (70.95 to 9.97)
  • Seasonal notes: Q4 (Nov–Dec) did not show the usual holiday inflation; costs remained very low. The standout spike landed in April, followed by a reset and a steadier, mid-20s band into summer (Jun–Aug).

Global baseline (all industries/countries)

  • Average: 37.06.
  • High/low: max 41.58 (Nov 2024); min 31.12 (Oct 2024).
  • Start-to-end change: +12.6% (32.88 in Sep 2024 to 37.03 in Aug 2025).
  • Volatility: median month-over-month absolute change ≈ 5.35%, indicating a stable global market.
  • Seasonality: clear Q4 elevation (peaking in November), consistent with typical holiday-period cost pressure.

Canada vs. global comparison

  • Relative level: Canada averaged 54% below the global benchmark (17.01 vs. 37.06), firmly “below market.”
  • Month-by-month positioning: Canada was below the global benchmark in 11 of 12 months; April 2025 was 84% above the global level for that month (70.95 vs. 38.59).
  • Volatility gap: Canada’s median month-over-month move (~86%) far exceeded the global baseline (~5.35%), driven by sharp spikes (notably April) and abrupt pullbacks.
  • Seasonality alignment: The global series follows standard Q4 pressures; Canada’s Healthcare costs diverged, with low Q4 values and a spring spike.

Understanding cost per lead benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Healthcare and Canada 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 Healthcare industry, Facebook ad costs can be higher than average due to specialized audience targeting and compliance requirements. For campaigns targeting Canada, 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.

Canada Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Feb (3rd Mon)Family Day
Apr 18Good Friday
Apr 21Easter Monday (federal)
May (Victoria Day)Victoria Day
Jul 1Canada Day
Sep (1st Mon)Labour Day
Oct (2nd Mon)Thanksgiving
Nov 11Remembrance Day
Dec 25Christmas Day
Dec 26Boxing Day

Key Shopping Season

Late November (Black Friday and Cyber Monday), December (holiday shopping, Boxing Day), Back-to-school (August-September), Mother's Day (May)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM might increase during Canada Day, Labour Day, and Thanksgiving. Black Friday and Cyber Monday see heightened e‑commerce bidding. December holiday period may spike ad costs. Back-to-school and Mother's Day drive retail competition. Provincial holidays might alter weekday inventory availability.

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.