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Facebook Ads Cost Per Lead Benchmarks for Wine and Spirits in South Africa

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Cost Per Lead for Wine and Spirits in South Africa

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Key takeaways

  • This analysis looks at cost per lead trends for industry Wine and Spirits and target country South Africa compared to the global trend; the analysis is based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks.
  • No in-segment data points were available for Wine and Spirits in South Africa during the covered months, so relative positioning (above market, below average, or in line) cannot be determined for this period.
  • The global baseline shows a 12-month average cost per lead of 36.04, peaking in November 2024 (41.58) and bottoming in September 2025 (20.63).
  • From October 2024 to September 2025, the global baseline declined 33.7%, with average month-to-month absolute movement of 13.3%—moderate volatility overall but with a sharp late-Q3 dip.

What we analyzed

  • Metric: cost per lead (CPL), tracked monthly as the median value.
  • Segment: Wine and Spirits, South Africa (selected_data).
  • Comparison: global baseline.

Selected segment (Wine and Spirits, South Africa)

  • Data availability: No monthly observations were recorded for the selected segment in the provided period. As a result, highlights and direct comparisons to the global baseline cannot be calculated for this timeframe.

Global baseline trend (directional context)

  • Average CPL (12 months): 36.04
  • High: 41.58 in November 2024
  • Low: 20.63 in September 2025
  • Change from first to last month: down 33.7% (from 31.12 in October 2024 to 20.63 in September 2025)
  • Volatility: average month-to-month absolute change of 13.3%
  • Notable movements:
  • November 2024 spiked +33.6% vs. October.
  • March 2025 dropped -15.5% vs. February, followed by a rebound in April (+17.5% vs. March).
  • September 2025 fell sharply (-44.3% vs. August), marking the annual low.

Seasonal patterns

  • Q4 uplift: Costs rose in November and remained elevated through December, consistent with holiday-period pressure on Facebook Ads inventory.
  • Q1 normalization: CPL eased in January and March, aligning with typical post-holiday deflation.
  • Mid-year steadiness: April through August was comparatively stable, with small oscillations around the mid-to-high 30s.
  • Late-Q3 dip: A pronounced correction in September drove the yearly low.

Comparison: selected segment vs. global baseline

  • Because the Wine and Spirits segment in South Africa has no recorded data in this window, it is not possible to classify performance as above market, below average, or in line with overall trends.
  • The global baseline provides directional benchmarks marketers can reference: average CPL around the mid-30s, seasonal increases in Q4, and moderate volatility punctuated by a significant late-Q3 dip.

Understanding cost per lead benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Wine and Spirits and South Africa 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 Wine and Spirits industry, Facebook ad costs can be influenced by seasonal trends and market competition. For campaigns targeting South Africa, 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.

South Africa Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Mar 21Human Rights Day
Apr 18Good Friday
Apr 21Family Day
Apr 27Freedom Day
May 1Workers' Day
Jun 16Youth Day
Aug 9National Women's Day
Sep 24Heritage Day
Dec 16Day of Reconciliation
Dec 25Christmas Day
Dec 26Day of Goodwill

Key Shopping Season

Late November (Black Friday/Cyber Monday), December (Christmas & Day of Goodwill), Mid-year retail (June Youth Day promotions)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC might rise during long weekends like Human Rights Day, Freedom Day, and Heritage Day as leisure and travel-related media consumption increases. Retail CPMs may spike in late November–December for holiday shopping. Youth Day and National Women's Day might drive regional campaigns. Weekend extensions across public holidays may benefit weekend campaigns.

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.