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Facebook Ads Cost Per Purchase Benchmarks in France

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Cost Per Purchase in France

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.
  • This analysis looks at cost per purchase trends for industry All industries available and target country France compared to the global trend.
  • France’s cost per purchase sits well above market throughout the period: average 135.5 versus a global baseline of 49.2 (about 2.75x higher).
  • Volatility in France is elevated, with an average month-to-month swing of 68.3 compared to just 2.24 for the baseline.
  • Seasonal pattern in the selected data shows a high in October 2024, a steady drop into December, a sharp rebound in January, a trough in May, an uptick into July, and a softening in August.

Overview of the selected data

  • Average and range: The average cost per purchase in France is 135.5, with a high of 273.9 (October 2024) and a low of 57.4 (May 2025), a wide range of 216.4.
  • Direction of change: From October 2024 (273.9) to August 2025 (89.3), the metric declines 67.4%.
  • Notable moves:
  • Largest drop: October to November (-142.2).
  • Largest rebound: December to January (+128.4).
  • Mid-year low: May (57.4), followed by a rise into July (159.8) and easing in August (89.3).
  • Volatility: The average absolute month-to-month change is 68.3, signaling considerable fluctuation through the period.

Comparison to the global baseline

  • Level vs. market: France remains above market every month in the window. Even at its lowest (May, 57.4), it is still ~13% above the baseline for that month (51.0).
  • Gap extremes:
  • Widest gap: October 2024—273.9 in France vs. 46.7 baseline (~5.9x higher).
  • Narrowest gap: May 2025—57.4 vs. 51.0 (~1.13x higher).
  • Baseline stability: The global series averages 49.2 with a relatively tight range (43.2 in November 2024 to 53.9 in February 2025). It declines slightly from October 2024 to August 2025 (-2.1%), with minimal month-to-month movement (average absolute change 2.24).
  • Relative positioning: France is consistently above market and considerably more volatile than the overall trend.

Seasonality and patterns

  • Q4 2024: Elevated October followed by decreases into December (273.9 → 77.4).
  • New Year rebound: January 2025 spikes to 205.8 before moderating.
  • Spring to summer: Costs trough in May (57.4), rise through June and July (109.5 → 159.8), then ease in August (89.3).
  • Compared to the global trend, France exhibits stronger swings around these inflection points, while the baseline remains steady and within a narrow band.

What this means for benchmarking

France’s cost per purchase for All industries available is structurally above the global baseline across the entire period, with notably higher highs, lower lows, and sharper month-to-month changes. Marketers comparing performance should consider that France’s typical level runs about 2.75x the global average over these months, with outsized spikes in October and January and a predictable mid-year soft spot around May.

Understanding cost per purchase benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry All industries available and France 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. Different industries see varying ad costs due to market competition, user demographics, and conversion value. For campaigns targeting France, 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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France Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Apr 18Good Friday (Alsace & Moselle)
Apr 21Easter Monday
May 1Labour Day
May 8Victory in Europe Day
May 29Ascension Day
Jun 9Whit Monday
Jul 14Bastille Day
Aug 15Assumption Day
Nov 1All Saints' Day
Nov 11Armistice Day
Dec 25Christmas Day
Dec 26Saint Stephen's Day (Alsace & Moselle)

Key Shopping Season

Late November (Black Friday/Cyber Monday), December (Christmas & post‑Christmas sales), May–June (spring sales)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC might increase during spring holidays when leisure and travel campaigns see higher engagement. Extended 'ponts' (bridge days) in May could create long weekends with lower weekday ad inventory. Late November and December feature steep increases in ad competition. Christmas season may drive peak ad volumes.

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.