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Facebook Ads Cost Per Lead Benchmarks for Media in Philippines

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Cost Per Lead for Media in Philippines

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Key takeaways

  • This analysis looks at cost-per-lead (CPL) trends for the Media industry in the Philippines compared to the global trend; the analysis is based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks.
  • Selected data shows extreme volatility driven by a single December 2024 spike (1,960.38 PHP CPL), with other months ranging 6.47–19.68 PHP.
  • On an average basis across overlapping months, the Philippines series sits far above market (+1,294% vs the global baseline) due entirely to the December outlier; in 3 of the 4 observed months it is below global averages.
  • Seasonal pattern is evident: a sharp Q4 surge (December), while the baseline also rises in Q4 and then normalizes.

Selected data: Media in the Philippines (CPL)

  • Coverage: October 2024, December 2024, March 2025, May 2025.
  • Average: 499.13 PHP; Median: 14.84 PHP (average is skewed by December).
  • High/low: High in December 2024 at 1,960.38 PHP; Low in May 2025 at 6.47 PHP.
  • First-to-last change: From 10.00 PHP (Oct 2024) to 6.47 PHP (May 2025), down 35.3%.
  • Volatility (point-to-point):
  • Oct → Dec: +196x surge.
  • Dec → Mar: −99.0% drop to 19.68 PHP.
  • Mar → May: −67.1% further decline to 6.47 PHP.
  • Notable spikes/dips: December 2024 stands out as an extreme spike; outside December, CPL sits in a low band (6–20 PHP).

Global baseline comparison

  • Baseline across the same months (Oct 2024, Dec 2024, Mar 2025, May 2025) averages 35.80 PHP (range: 31.12–39.63 PHP).
  • Relative positioning by month:
  • October 2024: 10.00 PHP vs 31.12 PHP baseline (−67.9%, below market).
  • December 2024: 1,960.38 PHP vs 39.63 PHP baseline (+4,848%, far above market).
  • March 2025: 19.68 PHP vs 32.84 PHP baseline (−40.0%, below market).
  • May 2025: 6.47 PHP vs 39.63 PHP baseline (−83.7%, well below market).
  • Overall vs baseline (overlapping months): +1,294% on average, driven solely by December; by median, the Philippines series (14.84 PHP) is below the baseline average (35.80 PHP).

Seasonal patterns and market context

  • Selected data shows a Q4 spike centered in December 2024, consistent with higher holiday-period costs.
  • The global baseline also displays Q4 elevation (Nov 2024 high: 41.58 PHP), followed by stable mid-30s to high-30s CPL into mid-2025, and a later dip by September 2025 (low: 20.63 PHP).
  • In the Philippines Media series, after the December surge, CPL normalizes sharply into early Q2 2025 (May at 6.47 PHP), remaining below global levels.

Bottom line for marketers

  • For the Media industry in the Philippines, CPL is predominantly below global benchmarks except for a singular December spike; volatility is high due to that outlier, while the rest of the period aligns with lower-than-average costs.
  • Understanding cost-per-lead benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Media and Philippines 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 Media industry, Facebook ad costs can be influenced by seasonal trends and market competition. For campaigns targeting Philippines, 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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Philippines Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Jan 29Chinese New Year
Apr 9Day of Valor
Apr 17Maundy Thursday
Apr 18Good Friday
Apr 19Black Saturday
May 1Labour Day
Jun 6Eid'l Adha
Jun 12Independence Day
Aug 21Ninoy Aquino Day
Aug 25National Heroes Day
Nov 1All Saints' Day
Nov 30Bonifacio Day
Dec 8Immaculate Conception
Dec 24Christmas Eve
Dec 25Christmas Day
Dec 30Rizal Day
Dec 31New Year's Eve

Key Shopping Season

Late November (Black Friday/Cyber Monday), December (Christmas and Rizal Day), June–August (Independence Day and National Heroes Day), Chinese New Year (January) and Eid observances

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC might rise around Chinese New Year, Eid, and Independence Day for food, gifts, and travel categories. Late November–December retail campaigns see strong competition and elevated CPMs. Long weekend holidays could reduce weekday ad inventory while weekend awareness campaigns benefit from higher media consumption.

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.