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Facebook Ads Cost Per Purchase Benchmarks for Education in Argentina

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Cost Per Purchase for Education in Argentina

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Facebook Ads cost-per-purchase benchmarks: Education in Argentina vs. global

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

Key takeaways

  • Education in Argentina runs above market: average cost-per-purchase is 71.95 versus the global baseline of 49.24, a 46% premium.
  • High volatility locally: average month-to-month absolute change is 26.4% in Argentina versus 4.7% globally.
  • Clear seasonality: a sharp jump in November, renewed spikes in March and May–June, then easing in July–August. The global trend is steadier with mild softness through summer.
  • From the first to the last month observed, Argentina rose 78.5%; the global baseline edged down 2.1%.

Selected data overview (Education, Argentina)

  • Average: 71.95
  • High: 110.17 (June 2025)
  • Low: 39.70 (October 2024)
  • Range: 70.47
  • First-to-last change: +78.5% (Oct 2024 to Aug 2025)
  • Volatility: average month-to-month absolute change of 26.4%
  • Notable moves:
  • November 2024 surged +91% month over month to 75.93.
  • March 2025 jumped +38% to 79.75.
  • May–June 2025 climbed +27% then +27% to a peak of 110.17.
  • July–August 2025 eased −24% and −16% to 70.88.

Comparison to the global baseline

  • Average baseline (same months): 49.24
  • High: 53.89 (February 2025)
  • Low: 43.19 (November 2024)
  • Range: 10.70
  • First-to-last change: −2.1% (Oct 2024 to Aug 2025)
  • Volatility: 4.7% average month-to-month absolute change
  • Relative positioning by month:
  • Argentina is above market in 10 of 11 months; only October 2024 is below baseline.
  • Premium over global is largest in June 2025 (+135%) and remains elevated in May (+71%), July (+82%), and August (+55%).

Seasonality and pattern highlights

  • Q4 holiday effect: Argentina spikes in November; the global series lifts modestly into December–February.
  • Early-year plateau: Argentina holds near 58–60 in December–February, then breaks higher in March.
  • Mid-year peak: Strong escalation from April through June in Argentina, culminating in June’s high.
  • Late Q3 easing: Costs come down in July–August in Argentina, while the global benchmark trends gradually lower from May onward.

What this means for benchmarking

Across the period, Education in Argentina shows higher costs and markedly greater month-to-month swings than the global average. Peaks in November and May–June sit well above market, while only early Q4 (October) falls below global norms. Overall, Argentina’s trend is above average and more volatile, with pronounced seasonal spikes.

Understanding cost-per-purchase benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Education and Argentina 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 Education industry, Facebook ad costs can be moderate, with higher costs for professional and specialized courses. For campaigns targeting Argentina, 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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Argentina Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Mar 3‑4Carnival
Mar 24Truth & Justice Memorial
Apr 2Malvinas Day
Apr 18Good Friday
May 1Labour Day
May 25May Revolution Day
Jun 16Martín Miguel de Güemes Day
Jun 20Flag Day
Jul 9Independence Day
Aug 18San Martín Memorial Day
Oct 13Cultural Diversity Day
Nov 24National Sovereignty Day
Dec 8Immaculate Conception
Dec 25Christmas

Key Shopping Season

December (Christmas period)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM might rise significantly during Carnival, Independence Day, and Christmas season. Retail and entertainment campaigns could require increased budgets.

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.