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Facebook Ads Cost Per Lead Benchmarks for Transportation and Logistics in Australia

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Cost Per Lead for Transportation and Logistics in Australia

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Key takeaways

  • Transportation and Logistics in Australia shows a cost-per-lead of 2.08 in March 2025, far below the global baseline. This level is 93.7% lower than the worldwide March median and 94.2% below the global 12‑month average.
  • The global baseline displays clear seasonality: a Q4 spike (peak in November) and a sharp dip in September, alongside moderate month‑to‑month volatility (average absolute change of 4.75 or 13.3%).
  • Because the Australia series contains a single month, volatility and trend measures for the selection are flat (0% change, no spikes/dips), and comparisons are point-in-time.

This analysis looks at cost-per-lead trends for industry Transportation and Logistics and target country Australia 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 highlights: Transportation and Logistics in Australia

  • Timeframe coverage: March 2025 only.
  • Median cost-per-lead (CPL) in March 2025: 2.08.
  • Average: 2.08; high: 2.08; low: 2.08.
  • Month-to-month volatility: not applicable (single observation).
  • Change from first to last month: 0.0% (single observation).
  • Notable spikes/dips: none observed due to limited history.

Global baseline benchmarks

  • Coverage: October 2024 to September 2025.
  • Average median CPL: 36.04 across the period.
  • High: 41.58 in November 2024.
  • Low: 20.63 in September 2025.
  • Range: 20.95 between high and low.
  • Change from first (October 2024: 31.12) to last month (September 2025: 20.63): -33.7%.
  • Month-to-month volatility:
  • Average absolute change: 4.75 (13.3%).
  • Largest one-month drop: August to September (-44.3%, from 37.03 to 20.63).
  • Q4 pattern: October to November rose +33.6%, remaining elevated in December.

Comparison: Australia vs. global

  • March 2025 comparison:
  • Australia: 2.08 vs. global baseline: 32.84.
  • Relative position: well below market (−93.7% vs. the same month globally).
  • Against the 12‑month global average:
  • Australia’s 2.08 is −94.2% versus the global average of 36.04.
  • Interpretation:
  • On a point-in-time basis, Transportation and Logistics in Australia is markedly below average global CPL levels and sits below overall trends for March.
  • Given only one month of selected data, we cannot infer seasonality or sustained volatility for Australia; however, the global series indicates typical Q4 increases around holiday periods and a pronounced late‑Q3 dip.

Seasonality signals

  • Global data shows classic Facebook Ads seasonality:
  • Costs typically climb in Q4 (peak in November, elevated December).
  • Costs cooled in January and fluctuated moderately through mid‑year.
  • A notable dip occurred in September.

Understanding cost-per-lead benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Transportation and Logistics and Australia 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 Transportation and Logistics industry, Facebook ad costs can be influenced by seasonal trends and market competition. For campaigns targeting Australia, advertisers typically see good engagement rates despite moderate costs. 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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Australia Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Jan 27Australia Day (observed)
Apr 18‑21Easter weekend
Apr 25Anzac Day
Jun 9King's Birthday
Oct 6Labour Day
Dec 25Christmas Day
Dec 26Boxing Day

Key Shopping Season

Late December (Christmas and Boxing Day), Early December (Cyber Monday), January (Back-to-school), May (Mother's Day)

Potential Advertising Impact

Ad costs could spike around major holidays, especially Easter, Anzac Day, and Christmas. Increased budgets and earlier scheduling may be necessary. Retailers should consider planning promotions around back-to-school and Mother's Day to maximize campaign effectiveness.

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.