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Facebook Ads Cost Per Purchase Benchmarks in Colombia

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Cost Per Purchase in Colombia

November 2024 - November 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Introduction

Cost per Purchase (CPP) in Colombia moved through a year of extremes: mostly below the global Facebook Ads benchmarks, punctuated by two dramatic surges that briefly lifted costs well above the market. From November 2024 to October 2025, Colombia averaged $43.42 per purchase—about 12% below the $49.33 global benchmark—yet the journey was anything but steady. A sharp rise into March, a whiplash Q2, and a soft Q3 framed a market that was markedly more volatile than the global trend.

This analysis is based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks. This analysis explores ad performance trends for all industries in Colombia compared to the global benchmark.

The story in the data

Colombia’s CPP opened at just $8.80 in November 2024 and ended at $19.57 in October 2025—an increase versus the start, but still below the annual average. The median spiked twice: to $85.07 in March and to a cycle high of $157.95 in June. Lows clustered early and late: $8.80 in November and $11.16 in August. Overall, CPP ranged from $8.80 to $157.95—a $149 swing—far wider than the global range of $42.61 to $53.84.

Month-to-month movement underlined the turbulence. Colombia’s absolute monthly change averaged $43.48, compared with just $2.58 globally. Key inflection points included a +$39.74 lift from November to December, a -$69.41 drop from March to April, a +$141.64 leap from May to June, and a -$114.48 reversal from June to July. Outside the March and June spikes, CPP mostly hovered well below the global baseline.

Average context: Colombia’s $43.42 compares with $49.33 globally. Only three months cleared $50 (February, March, June), and 10 of 12 months finished below the global level.

Seasonal and monthly dynamics

Late Q4 was mixed: an unusually low November and a December recovery toward global levels. Q1 built momentum into March’s local peak, then flipped quickly in Q2—two subdued months (April–May) followed by June’s outsized spike. Q3 softened again, with an August trough ($11.16) and a modest September recovery. Early Q4 (October) stayed subdued at $19.57. The rhythm contrasts with the steadier global cadence, where CPP typically tightens through Q2 and Q3 and is less prone to outsized spikes.

Colombia vs. Global

Relative performance tilted below market most months. Colombia trailed the global CPP in 10 of 12 periods, coming closest in December (−3%) and February (−4%). The widest gaps appeared in November (−79%) and August (−78%). Outperformance was rare but decisive: March ran +62% above global, and June sat +228% above the baseline—by far the year’s largest divergence.

While the global benchmark was stable (peak $53.84 in February, low $42.61 in November), Colombia’s path was choppier and more extreme, with a much broader range and higher month-to-month volatility.

Closing

Facebook Ads benchmarks for Cost per Purchase in all industries in Colombia show a market that generally prices below the global average but experiences occasional, outsized surges. Understanding CPP trends, country-specific ad costs, and industry ad performance in Colombia helps contextualize how local patterns compare with the steadier global baseline.

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. Different industries see varying ad costs due to market competition, user demographics, and conversion value. For campaigns targeting Colombia, 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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Colombia Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Jan 6Epiphany
Mar 24Saint Joseph's Day
Apr 17Maundy Thursday
Apr 18Good Friday
May 1Labour Day
Jun 2Ascension Day
Jun 23Corpus Christi
Jun 30Sacred Heart of Jesus
Jul 20Independence Day
Aug 7Battle of Boyacá
Aug 18Assumption of Mary
Oct 13Columbus Day
Nov 3All Saints' Day
Nov 17Independence of Cartagena
Dec 8Immaculate Conception
Dec 25Christmas Day

Key Shopping Season

Late November (Black Friday/Cyber Monday), December (Christmas), Mid‑year promotions around Independence Day (Jul 20) and Children's Day (Oct 13)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC might increase during long weekends and holidays like Independence Day due to heightened leisure media consumption. Major e‑commerce events could result in sharp spikes in retail competition. June holidays could disrupt typical ad pacing. Many holidays shifted to Mondays make weekend campaigns perform better.

What's a healthy cost per purchase for ecommerce brands?

It depends on your product price and margins. Most brands aim for $10 to $50. For higher-ticket products, a higher CPA may be acceptable as long as you're maintaining a strong return on ad spend.

How does product price impact CPA benchmarks?

Higher-priced products typically have a higher CPA because people take longer to convert. That's not necessarily a problem if your margin can support it. You should measure CPA in context with AOV and LTV.

Why are my purchase costs going up despite stable ROAS?

Your AOV may be increasing, which helps maintain ROAS even if CPA rises. You could also be facing higher CPMs, lower conversion rates, or creative fatigue.

Should I use manual bidding to control CPA more effectively?

Manual bidding can help if you're struggling to stay within target CPA. It's best used by experienced advertisers who can monitor performance and adjust regularly. It gives more control, but also requires more effort.

How do I scale spend without letting CPA skyrocket?

Increase budget gradually, rotate creative often, and avoid overlapping audiences. Scaling too quickly can lead to audience saturation and rising CPAs.