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Facebook Ads Cost Per Lead Benchmarks for Wellness & Holistic Health in New Zealand

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Cost Per Lead for Wellness & Holistic Health in New Zealand

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Key takeaways

  • This analysis looks at cost per lead (CPL) trends for Wellness & Holistic Health in New Zealand compared to the global trend, based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks.
  • Average CPL in New Zealand over the period was 36.25, about 3% below the global baseline (37.44).
  • The selected market shows high volatility: average month-to-month absolute change was 19.32 vs. just 3.59 globally—over 5x more variable.
  • Clear seasonality appears: a pronounced spike in November (Q4), followed by softer costs through the first half of the year; this mirrors global patterns where costs typically rise in Q4 around holiday periods.
  • From October 2024 to August 2025, New Zealand CPL rose 66% (from 27.42 to 45.49), versus a 19% rise globally.

Overview and context

This Facebook Ads benchmarks summary compares monthly median cost per lead for Wellness & Holistic Health in New Zealand against the global baseline. It highlights averages, highs/lows, volatility, percentage changes, and seasonal patterns to position New Zealand’s CPL as above market, below average, or in line with overall trends.

Wellness & Holistic Health in New Zealand: CPL performance

  • Average and median: Average CPL was 36.25; median 32.53.
  • Highs and lows: Peak at 81.49 in November 2024; trough at 21.48 in June 2025 (range ≈ 60.01).
  • Trend: CPL increased 66% from the first to the last month observed (27.42 in Oct 2024 to 45.49 in Aug 2025).
  • Volatility: Average month-to-month absolute movement was 19.32, driven by:
  • Oct → Nov +54.07 (sharp Q4 spike)
  • Nov → Dec −48.96 (post-peak correction)
  • May → Jun −21.29 (mid-year dip), followed by steady rises into July (+11.47) and August (+12.54).
  • Seasonality: Strong Q4 lift (Q4 average 47.14), softer H1 (Jan–Jun average 29.81), with the lowest point in June.

Global baseline: CPL context

  • Average: 37.44 across the same months.
  • Highs and lows: High at 41.58 (Nov 2024), low at 31.12 (Oct 2024); much narrower range (≈ 10.45) than New Zealand.
  • Trend: +19% from Oct 2024 (31.12) to Aug 2025 (37.03).
  • Volatility: Average month-to-month absolute change of 3.59, indicating a steadier global market.
  • Seasonality: Typical Q4 uptick, with November the high point and a gradual normalization thereafter.

How New Zealand compares to the global trend

  • Overall level: New Zealand is slightly below average (−3% vs. global). It was below the global baseline in 8 of 11 months; above in November, May, and August.
  • Q4 pattern: New Zealand’s Q4 average (47.14) was about 26% higher than the global Q4 baseline (37.44), driven by the November spike.
  • H1 pattern: New Zealand’s H1 2025 average (29.81) was about 20% below the global H1 (37.30), reflecting materially lower CPLs post-holiday.
  • Stability: New Zealand’s CPL is far more volatile than the global trend, with larger spikes and deeper dips around seasonal inflection points.

Understanding cost per lead benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Wellness & Holistic Health and New Zealand 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 Wellness & Holistic Health industry, Facebook ad costs can be influenced by seasonal trends and market competition. For campaigns targeting New Zealand, 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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New Zealand Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Jan 2Day after New Year's Day
Feb 6Waitangi Day
Apr 18Good Friday
Apr 21Easter Monday
Apr 25ANZAC Day
Jun 2King's Birthday
Jun 20Matariki
Oct 27Labour Day
Dec 25Christmas Day
Dec 26Boxing Day

Key Shopping Season

Late November–early December (Black Friday/Cyber Monday), Christmas season (Boxing Day sales), Mid‑year promotions (Matariki in June), Back-to-school (late January/early February)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC might rise around Waitangi Day and ANZAC Day as public events increase media consumption. Matariki is new public holiday with growing awareness—advertising may see elevated competition. Late November–December Black Friday/Cyber Monday could drive ad costs significantly. Regional anniversary holidays may cause local inventory shifts.

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.