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Facebook Ads Cost Per Purchase Benchmarks for Nonprofit in Singapore

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Cost Per Purchase for Nonprofit in Singapore

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Key takeaways

  • The Nonprofit sector in Singapore shows a median cost per purchase averaging 44.62 across October 2024–August 2025, about 9% below the global baseline average of 49.24 for the same months—positioning it below market overall.
  • Costs increased sharply over the period: +43% from October 2024 (29.37) to August 2025 (42.06), while the global trend edged down 2% over the same window.
  • Volatility is high: average month-to-month absolute change is 17.9% versus 4.7% for the baseline, with three months above global levels (January, February, June) and eight months below.
  • Seasonal patterns are evident: a build through Q4, a sharp spike in January–February, a pullback in March–April, a secondary peak in June, and softening into July–August.

This analysis looks at cost-per-purchase trends for industry Nonprofit 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 trend highlights

  • Average: 44.62 across 11 months.
  • High/low: Peak in June 2025 at 56.57; trough in October 2024 at 29.37 (range: 27.20).
  • Trend: From October 2024 to December 2024, costs rose from 29.37 to 40.92. A sharp jump followed in January 2025 (+36% month over month), landing at 55.84, and February nudged higher to 56.41.
  • Notable dips: March 2025 fell 25% month over month to 42.17, followed by a softer April (38.13). A rebound in May (48.38) culminated in the June high, before easing to 43.18 in July and 42.06 in August.
  • Volatility: Average absolute month-to-month change is 17.9%, indicating pronounced swings around seasonal inflection points.

Comparison to the global baseline

  • Level vs market: The Singapore Nonprofit series averaged 44.62 vs the global 49.24 across the same months—about 9% below average.
  • Monthly positioning:
  • Above market: January, February, and June.
  • Below market: October, November, December, March, April, May, July, and August.
  • Baseline highs/lows (for overlap period): Global high in February 2025 at 53.89; low in November 2024 at 43.19. The baseline declined from 46.67 in October 2024 to 45.69 in August 2025 (-2%).
  • Stability: The global series shows modest movements (4.7% average absolute month-to-month change), compared with Singapore’s higher variability (17.9%).

Seasonality and volatility

  • Q4: Costs typically increase around holiday periods; Singapore rose from October to December, in line with global patterns.
  • Q1: A strong seasonal spike is visible in January–February in Singapore, briefly running above the global trend.
  • Spring pullback: March–April softness is evident in both series, though the dip is steeper in Singapore.
  • Early summer rebound: June marks a secondary peak in Singapore, then moderates through July–August, remaining below the global level.

Summary

Overall, Nonprofit in Singapore is below average on cost per purchase versus the global benchmark, with stronger seasonal amplitudes and higher month-to-month variability. Understanding cost-per-purchase benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Nonprofit 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 Nonprofit 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.

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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.