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Facebook Ads Cost Per Purchase Benchmarks for HR & Staffing in Netherlands

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Cost Per Purchase for HR & Staffing in Netherlands

October 2024 - October 2025

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Facebook Ads cost-per-purchase benchmarks: HR & Staffing in the Netherlands vs global

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

Key takeaways

  • The Netherlands HR & Staffing cost-per-purchase in January 2025 was 0.10, sitting well below market versus the global baseline for the same month (52.31) and below the 12‑month global average (47.82).
  • Global benchmarks show seasonal uplift in December–February and a sharp correction by September 2025.
  • Baseline volatility averaged about ±3.25 per month (≈6.8% of the global average), with the largest swing a -13.40 drop from August to September 2025.
  • The selected series contains a single month, so month-to-month trend, volatility, and seasonality within the Netherlands snapshot cannot be inferred.

Snapshot: HR & Staffing in the Netherlands (selected data)

  • Coverage: 1 month (January 2025).
  • Average: 0.10.
  • High/Low: 0.10 / 0.10 (single observation).
  • First-to-last change: 0.0% (single observation).
  • Notable point: January 2025 prints at 0.10.

Given the one-month window, this is a point-in-time reading rather than a trend, but it provides a precise anchor for comparison against broader market benchmarks.

Global baseline overview (all industries/countries)

  • Timeframe: October 2024 to September 2025 (12 months).
  • Average: 47.82.
  • High: 53.89 in February 2025.
  • Low: 32.29 in September 2025.
  • First-to-last change: -30.8% from October 2024 (46.67) to September 2025 (32.29).
  • Volatility: Average absolute month-to-month movement ≈ 3.25; largest increase +8.34 from November to December 2024; largest decline -13.40 from August to September 2025.
  • Seasonal pattern: December rises versus November, with elevated costs into January–February, consistent with typical Q4/holiday and early Q1 uplift; a gradual easing through summer precedes a pronounced September drop.

How the Netherlands HR & Staffing compares to the global baseline

  • Versus January baseline: 0.10 in the Netherlands vs 52.31 globally, placing the Netherlands reading approximately 99.8% below the global level for that month.
  • Versus the 12‑month global average: 0.10 vs 47.82, again roughly 99.8% below average.
  • Relative positioning: well below market in the latest comparable month.
  • Context: While the baseline shows clear seasonality and measurable volatility, the Netherlands series is limited to a single January 2025 value, so no local seasonal pattern or volatility can be determined at this time.

Understanding COST_PER_PURCHASE benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry HR & Staffing and Netherlands 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 HR & Staffing industry, Facebook ad costs can be influenced by seasonal trends and market competition. For campaigns targeting Netherlands, 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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Netherlands Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Apr 18Good Friday
Apr 20Easter Sunday
Apr 21Easter Monday
Apr 26King's Day
May 5Liberation Day
May 29Ascension Day
Jun 8Pentecost Sunday
Jun 9Pentecost Monday
Dec 25Christmas Day
Dec 26Boxing Day

Key Shopping Season

Late November–early December (Black Friday/Cyber Monday), December (Christmas and Boxing Day sales), Spring holidays (April–June tourism)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC might rise during spring holiday cluster when travel and leisure ads see elevated engagement. Liberation Day (May 5) is mandatory national holiday—ad inventory might shrink. Ad competition increases in late December for holiday promotions. Few summer holidays mean more consistent campaign performance through summer.

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.