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Facebook Ads Cost Per Purchase Benchmarks for Education in Philippines

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Cost Per Purchase for Education in Philippines

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Main takeaways

  • This analysis looks at cost-per-purchase trends for industry Education in the Philippines compared to the global trend. The analysis is based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks.
  • Overall level: The Philippines Education series averages 40.04 per purchase, about 16% below the global baseline average of 47.82 (i.e., below market).
  • Volatility: The selected series is highly variable, with an average month-to-month swing of roughly 26%, versus only ~7% for the global baseline.
  • Seasonality: The global baseline shows the typical Q4 lift (peaking in December and remaining elevated through Q1). The Philippines Education series softens through November–January, then rebounds sharply in March and May, and finishes the period stronger in September.

Overview of the selected trend

  • Average, high, low:
  • Average: 40.04
  • High: 50.57 (Oct 2024)
  • Low: 28.80 (Jan 2025)
  • Direction: From the first observed month (Oct 2024) to the last (Sep 2025), cost-per-purchase decreased by 6.5% (50.57 to 47.27).
  • Notable spikes/dips:
  • Sharp declines: Nov 2024 (-29% vs Oct), Jan 2025 (-27% vs Dec), Apr 2025 (-32% vs Mar), Jun 2025 (-34% vs May).
  • Strong rebounds: Mar 2025 (+48% vs Feb), May 2025 (+53% vs Apr).
  • Stabilization mid-year: Jul–Aug 2025 were relatively flat (+1.8%).
  • Volatility: Average month-to-month absolute change of ~26%, indicating a choppy cost environment for the period.

Comparison to the global baseline

  • Level comparison:
  • Average: 40.04 (selected) vs 47.82 (baseline) → ~16% below market overall.
  • High/low: Selected high 50.57 vs baseline high 53.89 (Feb 2025). Selected low 28.80 (Jan 2025) vs baseline low 32.29 (Sep 2025).
  • Relative positioning by month:
  • Above market: Oct 2024 (+8% vs baseline), Sep 2025 (+47% vs baseline).
  • Near parity: May 2025 (~1% below baseline).
  • Below market: All other months, typically 8–40% below.
  • Trend and volatility:
  • Baseline shows a December peak (51.53), elevated Q1 (Jan–Mar ~52–54), and a late-period drop in September (32.29).
  • The selected series does not mirror the December peak; it troughs in January and oscillates more sharply throughout the spring.
  • Average month-to-month absolute change: ~26% (selected) vs ~7% (baseline) → the selected market is much more volatile.
  • Seasonal patterns:
  • Global: Costs typically increase in Q4 around holiday periods and remain firm into Q1; the data confirms this pattern.
  • Selected: Q4 average (Oct–Dec) is 42.01, below the global Q4 average (47.13). Q1 is significantly lower than the global Q1 (36.57 vs 52.94), with pronounced rebounds in March and May. Q3 closes slightly above the global average due to a strong September.

Monthly highlights

  • Highest month (selected): Oct 2024 at 50.57.
  • Lowest month (selected): Jan 2025 at 28.80.
  • Standout moves: May 2025 spike (+53% MoM) and Jun 2025 correction (-34% MoM). September 2025 ends strong (47.27), while the global baseline posts its period low (32.29).

Understanding cost-per-purchase benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Education and Philippines 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 Philippines, 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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Philippines Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Jan 29Chinese New Year
Apr 9Day of Valor
Apr 17Maundy Thursday
Apr 18Good Friday
Apr 19Black Saturday
May 1Labour Day
Jun 6Eid'l Adha
Jun 12Independence Day
Aug 21Ninoy Aquino Day
Aug 25National Heroes Day
Nov 1All Saints' Day
Nov 30Bonifacio Day
Dec 8Immaculate Conception
Dec 24Christmas Eve
Dec 25Christmas Day
Dec 30Rizal Day
Dec 31New Year's Eve

Key Shopping Season

Late November (Black Friday/Cyber Monday), December (Christmas and Rizal Day), June–August (Independence Day and National Heroes Day), Chinese New Year (January) and Eid observances

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC might rise around Chinese New Year, Eid, and Independence Day for food, gifts, and travel categories. Late November–December retail campaigns see strong competition and elevated CPMs. Long weekend holidays could reduce weekday ad inventory while weekend awareness campaigns benefit from higher media consumption.

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.