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Facebook Ads Cost Per Lead Benchmarks for HR & Staffing in Denmark

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Cost Per Lead for HR & Staffing in Denmark

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Key takeaways

  • This analysis looks at cost-per-lead (CPL) trends for HR & Staffing in Denmark compared to the global trend; however, no Denmark-specific data points are available for the period, so results reflect the global baseline only.
  • The analysis is based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks.
  • Global baseline CPL averaged 35.80 over 13 months (Sep 2024–Sep 2025), with a median of 38.35, a high of 41.58 (Nov 2024), and a low of 20.63 (Sep 2025).
  • Baseline CPL declined 37.3% from the first to the last month (32.88 in Sep 2024 to 20.63 in Sep 2025).
  • Volatility was moderate overall: average absolute month-to-month change was about 12.6%, with a notable -44.3% drop in Sep 2025.
  • Seasonal pattern is evident: costs rose in Q4 (average 37.44), eased in January, and remained elevated through late spring/early summer.

What this report covers

This summary focuses on Facebook Ads benchmarks for cost-per-lead. It frames HR & Staffing in Denmark against the global baseline. Because the selected segment (HR & Staffing, Denmark) has no recorded monthly medians in the provided window, the comparison to baseline cannot be quantified; all statistics below describe the global baseline to provide context.

Global baseline overview (Sep 2024–Sep 2025)

  • Average CPL: 35.80; median: 38.35.
  • High: 41.58 in Nov 2024.
  • Low: 20.63 in Sep 2025.
  • First-to-last change: -37.3% (32.88 to 20.63).
  • Range: 20.95 between the high and the low.
  • Share of months above the series average: 8 of 13 months.

Notable moves:

  • Oct to Nov 2024: +33.7% surge (31.12 to 41.58), making November the peak.
  • Nov to Dec 2024: slight easing (-4.7%) but still elevated (39.63).
  • Jan 2025: a seasonal reset (-10.3% vs Dec) to 35.54.
  • Mar 2025: pullback to 32.84.
  • Apr–Jul 2025: sustained elevation (average ≈ 38.81), with values tightly clustered between 38.35 and 39.63.
  • Sep 2025: sharp dip to the series low (20.63), -44.3% vs August (37.03).

Seasonality and volatility

  • Q4 uplift: Costs typically increase in Q4 around holiday periods; the baseline shows a Q4 2024 average of 37.44, above the full-period average.
  • New-year softness: January retraced from December highs.
  • Mid-year firmness: April through July remained consistently above average.
  • Volatility: Average absolute month-over-month change was ~12.6%, indicating moderate variability. Aside from the September 2025 drop, monthly shifts generally stayed within a ±10–18% band.

Comparison to the selected segment (HR & Staffing, Denmark)

  • Data availability: No selected_data points were available for HR & Staffing in Denmark in the provided period, so we cannot determine whether the segment is above market, below average, or in line with overall trends.
  • Benchmark context: Use the global baseline figures above as directional context for CPL levels and seasonality when interpreting Denmark HR & Staffing performance, once data points become available.

Understanding cost-per-lead benchmarks on Facebook Ads in HR & Staffing and Denmark 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 HR & Staffing industry, Facebook ad costs can be influenced by seasonal trends and market competition. For campaigns targeting Denmark, 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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Denmark Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Apr 17Maundy Thursday
Apr 18Good Friday
Apr 20Easter Sunday
Apr 21Easter Monday
May 29Ascension Day
Jun 8Whit Sunday
Jun 9Whit Monday
Dec 25Christmas Day
Dec 26Second Day of Christmas

Key Shopping Season

Christmas & Boxing Day (late Dec), Easter holidays (groceries, travel, tourism), Mother's Day and Valentine's Day

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC could rise during Easter period due to travel-related campaigns. Late December ad competition might intensify in retail and hospitality. Whit Weekend might reduce weekday competition. Strict retail closures on holidays could drop competition, but pre-holiday CPMs may escalate.

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.