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Facebook Ads Cost Per Lead Benchmarks for Wine and Spirits in United States

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Cost Per Lead for Wine and Spirits in United States

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Cost per lead benchmarks: monthly trend summary and global comparison

This analysis looks at cost per lead (CPL) trends for industry Wine and Spirits and target country United States compared to the global trend. The analysis is based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks.

Key takeaways

  • Overall level: The United States Wine and Spirits CPL averaged $35.16, roughly 2% below the global baseline average of $36.04 — broadly in line with overall trends.
  • Volatility: The selected series is highly volatile (std. dev. ~$33.90; average absolute month-to-month change ~222%), versus a steadier global baseline (std. dev. ~$5.45; ~13% average month-to-month change).
  • Highs and lows: The selected CPL peaked in January 2025 at $110.29 and bottomed in October 2024 at $4.76 (range ~$105.54). The baseline peaked in November 2024 at $41.58 and dipped in September 2025 at $20.63 (range ~$20.95).
  • Direction of travel: From the first to last month, selected CPL rose 28% (from $4.76 to $6.10), while the baseline fell 34% (from $31.12 to $20.63).
  • Seasonal patterns: The global series shows typical Q4 inflation (higher in November–December). The selected series shows idiosyncratic spikes in January and May, with notably softer levels in Q3.

What the selected data shows

  • Average: $35.16 across the last 12 months.
  • High/low: High in January 2025 ($110.29); low in October 2024 ($4.76).
  • Notable spikes:
  • November 2024: $60.09 (pre-holiday lift).
  • January 2025: $110.29 (year-opening peak).
  • May 2025: $94.43 (spring spike).
  • Notable dips:
  • October 2024: $4.76.
  • June 2025: $5.04.
  • September 2025: $6.10.
  • Quarter view:
  • Q4 2024 average: ~$32.70.
  • Q1 2025 average: ~$45.91 (elevated by January).
  • Q2 2025 average: ~$44.71 (driven by May spike).
  • Q3 2025 average: ~$17.31 (sustained softness).

Comparison to the global baseline

  • Level: Selected average $35.16 vs global $36.04 (about 2% below market).
  • Above/below months:
  • Above market: November 2024 (+45%), January 2025 (+210%), May 2025 (+138%).
  • Below average: All other months, especially October 2024 (-85%), June 2025 (-87%), and September 2025 (-70%).
  • Stability: The selected range (~$105.54) is about 5x the baseline range (~$20.95), underscoring much higher volatility.
  • Seasonality:
  • Global shows a clear Q4 uptick (November is the annual high, December remains elevated) followed by normalization.
  • The selected series deviates from that pattern with the strongest spike in January and another in May; Q3 is consistently below market (Q3 average $17.31 vs global $32.11).

Context for marketers

  • The United States Wine and Spirits CPL sits broadly in line with global Facebook Ads benchmarks on average, but with far larger month-to-month swings and concentrated spikes in January and May.
  • Costs typically increase in Q4 around holiday periods in the global trend; in the selected series, Q3 is notably softer and Q1/Q2 carry the highest monthly medians.

Understanding cost per lead benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Wine and Spirits and United States 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 United States, advertisers often face higher costs due to high competition and purchasing power. 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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United States Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Jan 20Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Feb 17Presidents' Day
May 26Memorial Day
Jun 19Juneteenth
Jul 4Independence Day
Sep 1Labor Day
Oct 13Columbus Day
Nov 11Veterans Day
Nov 27Thanksgiving Day
Dec 25Christmas Day

Key Shopping Season

Late November (Thanksgiving & Black Friday weekend), December (Christmas), Back-to-school (July–September), Summer travel season (Memorial Day onwards)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC might rise around major holidays like Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day, especially in travel and entertainment. Black Friday/Thanksgiving weekend triggers massive spikes in retail ad competition. December ad demand typically peaks—retail campaigns require significantly higher budgets. Back-to-school promotions drive increased competition. Juneteenth may see regional engagement rise.

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.