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Facebook Ads Cost Per Purchase Benchmarks for Marketplaces in Denmark

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Cost Per Purchase for Marketplaces in Denmark

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

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Facebook Ads cost-per-purchase benchmarks: Marketplaces in Denmark vs. global

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

Main takeaways

  • Overall level: Denmark’s Marketplaces cost per purchase averaged 18.14 over the period, 63% below the global baseline average of 49.24 (i.e., well below market).
  • Highs and lows: Denmark peaked at 63.85 in January 2025 and bottomed at 4.07 in October 2024; the baseline ranged from 43.19 (Nov 2024) to 53.89 (Feb 2025) over the same months.
  • Volatility: Denmark showed very high month‑to‑month volatility (average absolute change of ~106.6%) versus a stable global baseline (~4.7%).
  • Seasonal patterns: A pronounced Q4–January spike in Denmark (Dec and especially Jan), followed by a sharp February reset. The global trend shows a milder Q4/January uplift and gradual easing into summer.
  • Relative positioning by month: Denmark was below the global baseline in 10 of 11 months; January 2025 was the only month above market.

Selected data highlights: Marketplaces in Denmark

  • Average: 18.14 across 11 months.
  • High: 63.85 in January 2025.
  • Low: 4.07 in October 2024.
  • First-to-last change: From 4.07 (Oct 2024) to 32.18 (Aug 2025), a +692% increase, driven by end-of-year and late-summer surges.
  • Notable spikes/dips:
  • Biggest spike: +357% from November to December 2024 (6.88 to 31.42).
  • Peak: January 2025 at 63.85 (+103% vs. December).
  • Sharpest correction: −86% from January to February 2025 (63.85 to 9.20).
  • Secondary spikes: June (19.34) and August (32.18).
  • Volatility: 7 increases and 3 declines month to month, but swings were large, indicating an uneven cost environment.

Global baseline highlights

  • Average: 49.24 (Oct 2024–Aug 2025).
  • High/low: 53.89 in February 2025; 43.19 in November 2024.
  • First-to-last change: −2.1% from October 2024 (46.67) to August 2025 (45.69).
  • Seasonality: Mild Q4 and January lift (Dec–Feb ~51–54), then gradual softening into summer. The baseline continues easing into September 2025 (32.29).

Denmark vs. global: how they compare

  • Level: Denmark’s Marketplaces cost per purchase is consistently below average—63% lower on average. Even during Denmark’s late-summer and Q4/January spikes, costs remained below the global level in all but one month.
  • Outlier month: January 2025 in Denmark was 22% above the global level (63.85 vs. 52.31), marking the only month “above market.”
  • Q4/January effect:
  • Denmark Q4 average (Oct–Dec): 14.12 vs. global 47.13 (−70% vs. baseline), but Denmark still showed a sharp December–January surge.
  • The global lift was steadier and far less extreme, in line with typical holiday-season dynamics.

Seasonality and stability

  • Denmark shows amplified seasonality: strong spikes in December and January, a reset in February, and late-summer tightening (August surge), suggesting heavier swings around peak retail periods.
  • The global market is steadier, with smaller, more predictable fluctuations around Q4 and a gentle summer decline.

Understanding cost per purchase benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Marketplaces and Denmark 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 Denmark, 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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Denmark Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Apr 17Maundy Thursday
Apr 18Good Friday
Apr 20Easter Sunday
Apr 21Easter Monday
May 29Ascension Day
Jun 8Whit Sunday
Jun 9Whit Monday
Dec 25Christmas Day
Dec 26Second Day of Christmas

Key Shopping Season

Christmas & Boxing Day (late Dec), Easter holidays (groceries, travel, tourism), Mother's Day and Valentine's Day

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC could rise during Easter period due to travel-related campaigns. Late December ad competition might intensify in retail and hospitality. Whit Weekend might reduce weekday competition. Strict retail closures on holidays could drop competition, but pre-holiday CPMs may escalate.

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.