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Facebook Ads Cost Per Lead Benchmarks for Manufacturing in Norway

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Cost Per Lead for Manufacturing in Norway

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Key takeaways

  • This analysis looks at cost per lead trends for industry Manufacturing and target country Norway compared to the global trend; the analysis is based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks.
  • Norway’s median cost per lead averaged 21.83 across April–May 2025, 44% below the global baseline for the same period (39.11).
  • A sharp month-to-month drop defines the local trend: April 33.60 to May 10.07 (−70%).
  • In contrast, the global baseline rose slightly in April–May (+2.7%), placing Norway well below market by May (−74.6% vs baseline that month).
  • Baseline seasonality is evident: costs typically rise in Q4 (peak in November) and ease afterward, with a notable dip by September 2025.

Context and scope

We summarize median cost per lead (CPL) on Facebook Ads for Manufacturing in Norway (selected data) and compare it with the global baseline. The time frame for the selected data is April–May 2025; the baseline spans September 2024–September 2025, with direct month-to-month comparisons in April–May 2025.

Selected trend highlights (cost per lead)

  • Average (Apr–May 2025): 21.83
  • High: 33.60 (April 2025)
  • Low: 10.07 (May 2025)
  • Volatility: one large move—April to May fell by 23.54 (−70%).
  • First-to-last change: −70% from April to May.
  • Notable movement: May is an outlier low, marking a steep decline from a near-market April level.

Comparison to the global baseline

  • April–May baseline average: 39.11 vs Norway 21.83 (Norway is 44% below the global benchmark on average over this period).
  • Month-level positioning:
  • April: 33.60 vs 38.59 (−12.9% vs baseline; slightly below market).
  • May: 10.07 vs 39.63 (−74.6% vs baseline; well below market).
  • Direction of change (Apr→May):
  • Norway: −70% (high volatility).
  • Baseline: +2.7% (stable, modest increase).
  • Broader baseline context (Sep 2024–Sep 2025):
  • Average: 35.80
  • High: 41.58 (Nov 2024)
  • Low: 20.63 (Sep 2025)
  • First-to-last change: −37% (Sep 2024 to Sep 2025)
  • Typical month-to-month swing: about 4.5, indicating moderate baseline volatility.

Seasonal signals in the baseline

  • Q4 uplift: Costs increased into November (peak at 41.58) and remained elevated in December (39.63), consistent with holiday-period pressure.
  • Post-Q4 softening: After early 2025 stability around the high 30s, the baseline shows a pronounced dip by September 2025 (20.63).

Summary

For Manufacturing in Norway, April 2025 CPL was slightly below global levels, followed by a sharp and atypical decline in May that placed it far below market while the global median edged up. Against the broader global baseline, recent seasonality still points to Q4 as a higher-cost period, with overall baseline volatility moderate relative to Norway’s short-window swing.

Understanding cost per lead benchmarks on Facebook Ads in Manufacturing and Norway 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 Manufacturing industry, Facebook ad costs can be influenced by seasonal trends and market competition. For campaigns targeting Norway, 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.

Norway Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

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

Key Shopping Season

Late November (Black Friday/Singles Day), December (Christmas & post‑Christmas sales), Spring holiday period (April–May travel and tourism)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC could rise during Easter and Ascension when Norwegians travel or spend time on leisure. Constitution Day (May 17) is widely celebrated—media activity may increase and ad competition could intensify. Most public holidays result in shop closures; ad inventory may shrink during holidays. Pentecost weekend may reduce weekday competition.

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.