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

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Cost Per Lead for Transportation and Logistics in Netherlands

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Key takeaways

  • This analysis looks at cost-per-lead trends for industry Transportation and Logistics and target country Netherlands compared to the global trend, and is based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks.
  • No selected-data points were available for the Netherlands in Transportation and Logistics for the period shown, so we cannot classify this segment as above market, below average, or in line with overall trends.
  • The global baseline shows an average cost-per-lead of 36.04, a median of 38.47, a high of 41.58 (Nov 2024), and a low of 20.63 (Sep 2025). From the first to the last month, costs fell 33.7%.
  • Seasonality is visible: costs rose into Q4 with a November peak, remained firm through Q2 2025, and then pulled back sharply in Q3, driven by a steep September dip.
  • Volatility was moderate overall (average month-to-month absolute change of 4.75), with notable swings of +33.6% in November and −44.3% in September.

About the dataset

  • Monthly values represent the median cost-per-lead across campaigns.
  • Baseline represents the global benchmark time series and serves as the comparison point for the selected segment.

Selected segment availability

  • For Transportation and Logistics in the Netherlands, the selected_data series contained no values for the months provided. As a result, segment-specific averages, highs/lows, and month-to-month changes cannot be computed, and a direct positioning against the baseline is not determinable for this period.

Global baseline trends

  • Overall level
  • Average: 36.04; median: 38.47
  • High: 41.58 (Nov 2024); low: 20.63 (Sep 2025)
  • Range: 20.95 across the period
  • Change from first to last month: −33.7% (Oct 2024 to Sep 2025)
  • Notable movements
  • Sharp rise into November (+33.6% vs. October), maintaining elevated levels through December (39.63)
  • Mid-period stability: January to July largely held within the 32.84–39.63 band
  • Pronounced drop in September (−44.3% vs. August), marking the period’s low
  • Seasonality and quarterly context
  • Q4 2024 average: 37.44 (elevated around peak retail season)
  • Q1 2025 average: 35.75 (modest softening)
  • Q2 2025 average: 38.86 (strongest quarter in the period)
  • Q3 2025 average: 32.11 (dragged by September’s dip)
  • Volatility
  • Average month-to-month absolute change: 4.75
  • Most volatile moves: November spike and September dip

Comparison to the baseline

  • Because no selected_data was available for Transportation and Logistics in the Netherlands across the months provided, we cannot state whether this segment is above market, below average, or in line with overall trends. The global baseline outlined above serves as the directional benchmark until local, industry-specific data becomes available.

Understanding cost-per-lead benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Transportation and Logistics and Netherlands 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 Netherlands, 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.

Netherlands Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Apr 18Good Friday
Apr 20Easter Sunday
Apr 21Easter Monday
Apr 26King's Day
May 5Liberation Day
May 29Ascension Day
Jun 8Pentecost Sunday
Jun 9Pentecost Monday
Dec 25Christmas Day
Dec 26Boxing Day

Key Shopping Season

Late November–early December (Black Friday/Cyber Monday), December (Christmas and Boxing Day sales), Spring holidays (April–June tourism)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC might rise during spring holiday cluster when travel and leisure ads see elevated engagement. Liberation Day (May 5) is mandatory national holiday—ad inventory might shrink. Ad competition increases in late December for holiday promotions. Few summer holidays mean more consistent campaign performance through summer.

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.