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Facebook Ads Cost Per Purchase Benchmarks for Marketplaces in Colombia

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Cost Per Purchase for Marketplaces in Colombia

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Key takeaways

  • This analysis looks at COST_PER_PURCHASE trends for industry Marketplaces and country Colombia compared to the global trend. The analysis is based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks.
  • Colombia Marketplaces ran above market overall: average cost per purchase of 74.64 versus a global baseline of 50.10 (+49%).
  • Volatility was high in Colombia: average month‑to‑month swing of 34.9 versus 1.5 globally.
  • Highs and lows were wider in Colombia (136.87 in Aug 2025; 14.31 in Mar 2025) than globally (53.89 in Feb 2025; 45.69 in Aug 2025).
  • From first to last observed month, Colombia rose 34.6% (Dec 2024 to Aug 2025), while the global baseline declined 11.3%.
  • Seasonality: December sits elevated versus early Q4; Colombia shows a sharp mid‑year surge (July–August), while the global trend eases gradually into summer.

Overview of the selected time series (Marketplaces, Colombia)

  • Average and range
  • Average cost per purchase: 74.64 across eight observed months.
  • High: 136.87 (Aug 2025). Low: 14.31 (Mar 2025). Range: 122.56.
  • Trend and volatility
  • First to last change: +34.6% (101.68 in Dec 2024 to 136.87 in Aug 2025).
  • Month‑to‑month shifts highlight significant instability:
  • Dec → Jan: −3.4%; Jan → Feb: +17.4%.
  • Feb → Mar: −87.6% (notable dip); Mar → Apr: +61.5%.
  • Apr → Jun: +1.2% (May not observed); Jun → Jul: +259.6%; Jul → Aug: +62.7%.
  • Average absolute monthly change: 34.9, underscoring high volatility.
  • Notable spikes/dips
  • March 2025 was a deep trough (14.31), followed by a strong recovery into Q3, peaking in August.

Comparison with the global baseline

  • Levels
  • Colombia averaged 74.64 vs 50.10 globally (+49%). In 5 of 8 overlapping months (63%), Colombia costs were above the global median.
  • December gap: 101.68 (Colombia) vs 51.53 (global) — roughly 97% higher.
  • August gap: 136.87 vs 45.69 — about 200% higher.
  • March exception: 14.31 vs 52.61 — around 73% below the global median.
  • Highs and lows
  • Colombia high (Aug 2025) exceeded the global high (Feb 2025) by about 154%.
  • Colombia low (Mar 2025) fell well below the global low.
  • Volatility and trajectory
  • Colombia’s average month‑to‑month swing (34.9) far exceeds the global baseline (1.5).
  • Over the same span, the global trend softened from 51.53 (Dec 2024) to 45.69 (Aug 2025) (−11.3%), while Colombia climbed +34.6%.

Seasonality and timeline context

  • December appears elevated versus earlier Q4 in both series, consistent with typical holiday demand.
  • The global baseline drifts down gradually through summer.
  • Colombia Marketplaces shows a distinctive mid‑year surge, with sharp increases from June through August, culminating in the period high in August.

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

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Jan 6Epiphany
Mar 24Saint Joseph's Day
Apr 17Maundy Thursday
Apr 18Good Friday
May 1Labour Day
Jun 2Ascension Day
Jun 23Corpus Christi
Jun 30Sacred Heart of Jesus
Jul 20Independence Day
Aug 7Battle of Boyacá
Aug 18Assumption of Mary
Oct 13Columbus Day
Nov 3All Saints' Day
Nov 17Independence of Cartagena
Dec 8Immaculate Conception
Dec 25Christmas Day

Key Shopping Season

Late November (Black Friday/Cyber Monday), December (Christmas), Mid‑year promotions around Independence Day (Jul 20) and Children's Day (Oct 13)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC might increase during long weekends and holidays like Independence Day due to heightened leisure media consumption. Major e‑commerce events could result in sharp spikes in retail competition. June holidays could disrupt typical ad pacing. Many holidays shifted to Mondays make weekend campaigns perform better.

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.