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Facebook Ads Cost Per Lead Benchmarks for Marketplaces in Argentina

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Cost Per Lead for Marketplaces in Argentina

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Key takeaways

  • Marketplaces in Argentina show a cost-per-lead (CPL) far below the global benchmark across observed months.
  • Selected CPL rose from 1.76 in October 2024 to 5.24 in May 2025 (+198%), indicating a sharp increase between those two points.
  • The global baseline averages 35.80 over Sep 2024–Sep 2025, peaking in November and falling sharply in September, consistent with seasonal patterns.
  • Compared to the baseline in the same months, Argentina’s CPL is 94% lower in October 2024 and 87% lower in May 2025.
  • Overall, the selected series is about 90% below the global average, remaining well below market.

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

What’s included

  • Metric: cost-per-lead (CPL), monthly medians.
  • Selected data: Marketplaces in Argentina, with observations for Oct 2024 and May 2025.
  • Baseline: global CPL from Sep 2024 to Sep 2025.

Selected series overview

  • Average CPL: 3.50 across the two observed months.
  • High/low: high at 5.24 (May 2025); low at 1.76 (Oct 2024); range = 3.48.
  • Trend: from Oct 2024 to May 2025, CPL increased by 198%.
  • Volatility: while month-to-month gaps aren’t available, the change between observed points is substantial, indicating higher CPL in mid-year than in October.

Global baseline overview

  • Average CPL: 35.80 (Sep 2024–Sep 2025).
  • High/low: high at 41.58 (Nov 2024); low at 20.63 (Sep 2025); range = 20.95.
  • First-to-last change: from 32.88 (Sep 2024) to 20.63 (Sep 2025), a 37% decrease.
  • Notable swings:
  • Q4 lift: Oct 31.12 → Nov 41.58 → Dec 39.63.
  • Late-summer dip: Aug 37.03 → Sep 20.63 (−44% month over month).

How selected compares to the global baseline

  • Overall level: Argentina’s CPL average (3.50) is ~90% below the global average (35.80), positioning it well below market.
  • By month:
  • Oct 2024: 1.76 vs 31.12 globally (−94% vs baseline).
  • May 2025: 5.24 vs 39.63 globally (−87% vs baseline).
  • Volatility context: The baseline shows typical Q4 inflation and a pronounced dip in Sep 2025. The selected series jumps between its two observed months, but remains well below the global CPL at both points.

Seasonality signals

  • The baseline evidences classic seasonality for Facebook Ads benchmarks: costs typically increase in Q4 around holiday periods, easing after the new year and dropping sharply in late Q3/early Q4 of the following year.
  • The selected series has October (pre-holiday) and May (mid-year) points; May is higher than October, aligning with the idea that CPL can rise outside holiday periods as well, though it stays far below global levels.

Month highlights

  • October 2024: Argentina CPL at 1.76 is far below the global 31.12 and precedes the global Q4 surge.
  • May 2025: Argentina CPL rises to 5.24, still well below the global 39.63.

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

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Mar 3‑4Carnival
Mar 24Truth & Justice Memorial
Apr 2Malvinas Day
Apr 18Good Friday
May 1Labour Day
May 25May Revolution Day
Jun 16Martín Miguel de Güemes Day
Jun 20Flag Day
Jul 9Independence Day
Aug 18San Martín Memorial Day
Oct 13Cultural Diversity Day
Nov 24National Sovereignty Day
Dec 8Immaculate Conception
Dec 25Christmas

Key Shopping Season

December (Christmas period)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM might rise significantly during Carnival, Independence Day, and Christmas season. Retail and entertainment campaigns could require increased budgets.

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.