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Facebook Ads Cost Per Purchase Benchmarks for Public Safety in Singapore

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Cost Per Purchase for Public Safety in Singapore

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

This analysis looks at cost-per-purchase trends for industry Public Safety 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.

Key takeaways

  • No Public Safety data is available for Singapore in the period provided, so direct local benchmarks cannot be computed.
  • Globally, cost-per-purchase averaged $47.73 over the last 13 months, with a high of $53.89 (February 2025) and a low of $32.29 (September 2025).
  • The global series declined 30.7% from September 2024 to September 2025.
  • Volatility was moderate overall, with an average month-to-month move of $2.99; the largest swing was a -$13.40 drop in September 2025.
  • Seasonal patterns are evident: costs rose into December and remained elevated through Q1 before easing into summer.

Selected segment highlights (Public Safety, Singapore)

  • Data availability: No monthly observations were recorded for the selected segment in the time window provided.
  • As a result, averages, highs/lows, month-to-month volatility, and first-to-last change cannot be calculated for Singapore Public Safety.
  • Interpretation: The selected series has insufficient volume for a numerical trend view over this period.

Global baseline overview (all industries, all countries)

  • Average cost-per-purchase: $47.73 across Sep 2024–Sep 2025.
  • High/low: Peak of $53.89 in February 2025; trough of $32.29 in September 2025.
  • First-to-last change: From $46.60 (September 2024) to $32.29 (September 2025), a -30.7% decline.
  • Volatility:
  • Average month-to-month absolute change: $2.99.
  • Notable moves: +$8.34 from November to December 2024; -$4.01 from May to June 2025; -$13.40 from August to September 2025.

Seasonality and volatility patterns

  • Q4/Q1 uplift: Costs increased into December ($51.53) and stayed elevated through Q1 (January–March at $52–$54), consistent with holiday and new-year demand.
  • Gradual easing: After March, costs softened, trending toward the mid-to-high $40s through summer (June–August).
  • Late-period dip: A pronounced drop in September 2025 ($32.29) pulled the annual average down and marked the lowest point in the series.

Comparison: Singapore Public Safety vs. global baseline

  • Relative positioning: With no Singapore Public Safety data in the period, the segment’s level versus the global baseline (average $47.73) cannot be assessed as above market, below average, or in line.
  • Directional context: Globally, advertisers saw higher costs in Q4 and Q1 with easing through mid-year, culminating in a sharp drop in September 2025.

Understanding cost-per-purchase benchmarks on Facebook Ads in Public Safety 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 Public Safety 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.