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Facebook Ads Cost Per Purchase Benchmarks for Marketing & Advertising in Singapore

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Cost Per Purchase for Marketing & Advertising in Singapore

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Key takeaways

  • Overall level: Singapore’s cost-per-purchase sits well above market. The selected series averages 86.44 versus a global baseline of 50.34 (+72%).
  • Volatility: Extremely volatile month to month. Average absolute monthly swing is 50.33 compared to the baseline’s 2.44 (roughly 20x higher).
  • Seasonal shape: The global trend is steady with a mild Q4–Q1 lift; Singapore diverges with a sharp October spike, a deep trough in February, and a May peak.
  • Notable months: February 2025 plunges to 5.70 (well below average), then rebounds to 102.06 in March and surges to 188.74 in May.

About the data

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

Selected time-series highlights (Marketing & Advertising, Singapore)

  • Period covered: Oct 2024 to May 2025.
  • Average and median: Average 86.44; median 84.05.
  • Highs and lows: High 188.74 in May 2025; low 5.70 in Feb 2025; range 183.04.
  • Trend from first to last month: From 129.61 (Oct 2024) to 188.74 (May 2025), up 45.6%.
  • Volatility:
  • Average absolute month-to-month change: 50.33.
  • Biggest monthly decline: Oct → Nov, down 81.48 (-62.9%).
  • Biggest monthly rise: Feb → Mar, up 96.36 (+1,690%) off an unusually low February.
  • Another notable rise: Apr → May, up 89.06 (+89.4%).
  • Monthly shape: Elevated in October, softer in November–December (~48–49), mid-tier in January (68.41), a sharp dip in February (5.70), a rebound in March–April (~100), and a spike in May (188.74).

Comparison to the global baseline

  • Baseline period matched to Oct 2024–May 2025 for comparability.
  • Average and median: Average 50.34; median 51.55.
  • Highs and lows: High 53.89 in Feb 2025; low 43.19 in Nov 2024; range 10.69.
  • Trend from first to last month: From 46.67 (Oct 2024) to 50.97 (May 2025), up 9.2%.
  • Volatility: Average absolute monthly change 2.44, reflecting a stable, in-line global market.
  • Relative positioning of Singapore vs. global:
  • Average level: +72% above market (86.44 vs. 50.34).
  • Volatility: ~20x more variable than the baseline.
  • Specific months:
  • February: 5.70 in Singapore vs. 53.89 globally (≈89% below market).
  • May: 188.74 in Singapore vs. 50.97 globally (≈270% above market).

Seasonality and monthly dynamics

  • Global pattern: Costs are relatively steady, with a mild lift from late Q4 into Q1. Beyond May, the global baseline remains in the mid-40s and trends lower into late summer, reaching 32.29 by September 2025.
  • Singapore pattern: Diverges from typical Q4 increases. After an elevated October, costs dip through November–December, collapse in February, then climb sharply in spring, culminating in a May peak well above market.

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

Singapore Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Jan 29Chinese New Year Day 1
Jan 30Chinese New Year Day 2
Mar 31Hari Raya Puasa
Apr 18Good Friday
May 1Labour Day
May 12Vesak Day
Jun 7Hari Raya Haji
Aug 9National Day
Oct 20Deepavali
Dec 25Christmas Day

Key Shopping Season

Late January (Chinese New Year), October–December (Deepavali, National Day promotions, Christmas), Mid-year retail events

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC might rise during Chinese New Year and Deepavali for gifting, food, and apparel categories. Good Friday, Hari Raya, and Vesak Day long weekends could shift consumer behavior and spike media consumption. National Day promotions might elevate ad costs in entertainment and tourism. Singapore's small, affluent market means events can have noticeable retail impact.

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.