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Facebook Ads Cost Per Purchase Benchmarks for E-commerce in Spain

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Cost Per Purchase for E-commerce in Spain

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Key takeaways

  • Based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks, E-commerce cost-per-purchase in Spain trended below the global baseline on average, with sharper month-to-month swings.
  • The Spanish series averaged about €40.96 versus a global average of €47.82 (≈14% lower), placing Spain below market for most months.
  • Seasonality is visible: stable costs in Q4 2024, softer Q1–Q2 2025, a sharp August spike, then a deep September dip. The global trend shows elevated Q4/early Q1 and steadier declines into late summer.
  • Volatility in Spain was high (≈24% average month-to-month absolute change) versus the global baseline’s ≈7%, driven by a +79% surge in August and a −65% drop into September.

What this analysis covers

This analysis looks at cost-per-purchase trends for industry E-commerce and target country Spain compared to the global trend. It summarizes monthly medians from October 2024 through September 2025 for Facebook Ads.

Spain (E-commerce) overview

  • Average: €40.96 across the period.
  • High/low: Peak in August 2025 at €64.02; trough in September 2025 at €22.19 (range €41.83).
  • Start-to-end change: From €43.05 (Oct-2024) to €22.19 (Sep-2025), down ≈48.5%.
  • Volatility: Average month-to-month absolute change ≈24%.
  • Notable moves:
  • Apr 2025: +35% vs March (to €49.94).
  • Jun 2025: −33% vs May (to €30.54).
  • Aug 2025: +79% vs July (spike to €64.02).
  • Sep 2025: −65% vs August (dip to €22.19).
  • Seasonal patterns: Q4 2024 hovered around €44 with minimal movement; costs generally eased through Q1–Q2 2025 aside from an April bump, then surged in August before a sharp September correction.

Versus global baseline

  • Overall level: Spain averaged ≈14% below the global benchmark (Spain €40.96 vs global €47.82).
  • High/low comparison:
  • Spain’s high (€64.02) exceeded the global high (€53.89 in Feb 2025), indicating a localized August surge.
  • Spain’s low (€22.19) undercut the global low (€32.29 in Sep 2025).
  • Start-to-end change: Global went from €46.67 (Oct-2024) to €32.29 (Sep-2025), down ≈30.8%—a milder decline than Spain’s −48.5%.
  • Volatility: Spain’s ≈24% average month-to-month absolute change was ~3.5x the global baseline’s ≈7%.
  • Monthly alignment:
  • Spain was below the global level in 10 of 12 months; it edged above in Nov 2024 (+2.8%) and notably in Aug 2025 (+40%).
  • Global seasonality was clearer in Q4/early Q1 (higher costs Nov–Feb), while Spain showed a flatter Q4 and a pronounced late-summer spike followed by a steep September drop.

Seasonal context

  • Q4 patterns: The global series reflects typical holiday pressure (higher Nov–Feb). Spain’s Q4 was relatively stable rather than spiking.
  • Summer: The global baseline eased gradually; Spain saw a low in June, a rebound in July, and a sharp August peak before a substantial September correction.

Understanding cost-per-purchase benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry E-commerce 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 E-commerce industry, Facebook ad costs can be varied, with peaks during holiday seasons and competitive product categories. 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.