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Facebook Ads Cost Per Purchase Benchmarks for Consumer Goods in Spain

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Cost Per Purchase for Consumer Goods in Spain

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Key takeaways

  • Consumer Goods in Spain shows a lower average cost-per-purchase than the global baseline, coming in 6.6% below market (44.65 vs. 47.82).
  • Volatility is markedly higher in Spain: average month-to-month movement is about 13.05 versus the global 3.25, driven by a sharp August spike and a September drop.
  • Seasonal pattern is clear: costs rise through Q4, ease in early Q1, then spike in April–May and sharply in August before falling to the yearly low in September.
  • Spain runs below market in most months, with brief “above market” periods in April, May, and especially August.

Introduction and scope

This analysis looks at cost-per-purchase trends for industry Consumer Goods and target country Spain compared to the global trend. The analysis is based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks.

Spain (selected data) overview

  • Overall level: The 12-month average cost-per-purchase is 44.65.
  • Highs and lows:
  • High: 76.22 in August 2025.
  • Low: 22.19 in September 2025.
  • Notable movements:
  • Q4 climb: October to December increases steadily (35.95 → 42.61 → 48.53).
  • Early-year softness: January–March stabilizes around the high-30s (39.10–38.40).
  • Spring lift: April and May elevate to 55.26 and 51.65.
  • Summer surge: August spikes to 76.22, then drops to 22.19 in September.
  • Volatility: Average month-to-month absolute change is 13.05, with the largest jump in July→August (+35.39) and the sharpest drop in August→September (−54.03).
  • Trend over period: From October 2024 to September 2025, costs decline by 38.3%.

Global baseline overview

  • Overall level: The 12-month average is 47.82.
  • Highs and lows:
  • High: 53.89 in February 2025.
  • Low: 32.29 in September 2025.
  • Seasonality: Gradual rise through December with a peak in February, then generally moderating into late summer and a dip in September.
  • Volatility: Much steadier than Spain, with an average month-to-month absolute change of 3.25.
  • Trend over period: From October 2024 to September 2025, costs fall by 30.8%.

Spain vs. global baseline

  • Relative level: Spain averages 6.6% below the global benchmark (44.65 vs. 47.82), indicating below-market costs overall.
  • Highs and lows vs. market: Spain’s top (76.22) exceeds the global high (53.89), and its low (22.19) falls below the global low (32.29), reflecting wider swings.
  • Monthly positioning:
  • Above market: April (55.26 vs. 51.57), May (51.65 vs. 50.97), and August (76.22 vs. 45.69).
  • Below or in line: All other months, especially early Q1 where Spain trails the elevated global levels.
  • Seasonality comparison: Both series rise in Q4, but the global trend peaks in February, while Spain deviates with a late-summer spike and a pronounced September dip.

Understanding cost-per-purchase benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Consumer Goods and Spain 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 Consumer Goods industry, Facebook ad costs can be influenced by seasonal trends and market competition. For campaigns targeting Spain, 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.

Spain Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Jan 6Epiphany
Apr 17Maundy Thursday (some regions)
Apr 18Good Friday
Apr 21Easter Monday (some regions)
May 1Labour Day
Aug 15Assumption Day
Oct 13National Day of Spain
Nov 1All Saints' Day
Dec 6Constitution Day
Dec 8Immaculate Conception
Dec 25Christmas Day

Key Shopping Season

Late November–early December (Black Friday/Cyber Monday), Mid-August (summer promotions), December (Christmas & post-Christmas sales)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC might increase during Semana Santa (Holy Week) and May Day, particularly for travel and tourism campaigns. 'Puentes' (bridge days) could reduce weekday inventory while pre-holiday traffic boosts media consumption. Black Friday typically marks sharp rises in retail competition. Late December brings peak ad volumes and e‑commerce CPM spikes.

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.