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Facebook Ads Cost Per Lead Benchmarks for Manufacturing in Sweden

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Cost Per Lead for Manufacturing in Sweden

October 2024 - October 2025

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Facebook Ads cost-per-lead benchmarks: Manufacturing in Sweden vs. global

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

Main takeaways

  • Sweden Manufacturing in April 2025 posted a cost per lead (CPL) of 28.98, which is 24.9% below the global April benchmark (38.59) and about 19% below the 13‑month global average (35.80).
  • The global baseline shows typical seasonal elevation in Q4 (average 37.44) versus Q1 (35.75), with the year’s high in November 2024 (41.58) and a sharp dip in September 2025 (20.63).
  • Baseline volatility is moderate: average month‑to‑month movement is about 4.50 (roughly 13% of the mean), with the most abrupt change a −16.40 drop in September 2025 from August (−44%).

Selected data overview: Manufacturing in Sweden

  • Coverage: 1 month (April 2025).
  • April 2025 CPL: 28.98.
  • Because there is only one month of selected data, averages, highs/lows across months, volatility, and first‑to‑last change are not applicable for the Sweden series.

Global baseline overview

  • Period: September 2024 to September 2025 (13 months).
  • Average CPL: 35.80.
  • High: 41.58 in November 2024.
  • Low: 20.63 in September 2025.
  • First‑to‑last change: from 32.88 (Sep 2024) to 20.63 (Sep 2025), a decrease of 37.3%.
  • Volatility: average absolute month‑over‑month change of 4.50.
  • Notable movements:
  • October → November 2024: +10.45 to the annual high.
  • March → April 2025: +5.76 (+17.5%), signaling a spring uptick.
  • August → September 2025: −16.40 (−44%), the steepest monthly drop.
  • Seasonal pattern: costs typically increase in Q4 around holiday periods, reflected here by a Q4 average of 37.44 vs. Q1’s 35.75. Late spring to midsummer (May–July) stabilized around 38.88.

Sweden vs. global: April 2025 comparison

  • April CPL: Sweden Manufacturing at 28.98 vs. global 38.59.
  • Absolute difference: −9.61.
  • Relative position: 24.9% below the global April level (clearly below market for that month).
  • Against the 13‑month global average (35.80), Sweden’s April CPL sits 19% lower, and it is also well below the Q2‑adjacent plateau seen globally in May–July (~38.88).

Understanding cost-per-lead benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Manufacturing and Sweden 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 Sweden, 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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Sweden Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Jan 6Epiphany
Apr 18Good Friday
Apr 20Easter Sunday
Apr 21Easter Monday
May 1Labour Day
May 29Ascension Day
Jun 6National Day
Jun 21Midsummer Day
Nov 1All Saints' Day
Dec 25Christmas Day
Dec 26Second Day of Christmas

Key Shopping Season

Late November (Black Friday is huge), December (Christmas and post-Christmas sales), June (Midsummer seasonal promotions), January (Winter sale season)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPMs might spike during Black Friday and early December, especially in e‑commerce and fashion. Easter and Midsummer holidays often decrease weekday inventory but increase media usage during long weekends. Midsummer tends to be quiet in retail but active in travel and food sectors. Post-Christmas sales in January still see high digital ad demand.

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.