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Facebook Ads Cost Per Purchase Benchmarks for Transportation and Logistics in New Zealand

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Cost Per Purchase for Transportation and Logistics in New Zealand

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Main takeaways

  • This analysis looks at cost per purchase trends for industry Transportation and Logistics and target country New Zealand compared to the global trend; the analysis is based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks.
  • No selected data was available for Transportation and Logistics in New Zealand over the period provided, so the global baseline serves as the point of reference.
  • Globally, the median cost per purchase averaged $47.82 across the last 12 months, peaking in February 2025 at $53.89 and bottoming in September 2025 at $32.29.
  • From the first month (October 2024: $46.67) to the last month (September 2025: $32.29), the global series fell 30.8%.
  • Seasonality is clear: costs rise into December and remain elevated through Q1, then trend lower mid‑year, with a sharp drop in September.
  • Volatility was moderate: the average month‑to‑month absolute move was $3.25, with the largest jump in December (+$8.34 vs. November) and the steepest decline in September (−$13.40 vs. August).

Scope and data coverage

  • Metric analyzed: cost per purchase (median by month).
  • Selection: Transportation and Logistics in New Zealand (selected data: no observations during the timeframe).
  • Baseline: global all‑industry, all‑country median series, October 2024 through September 2025.

Selected dataset status

  • There were no monthly observations for Transportation and Logistics in New Zealand in the supplied period. As a result, we cannot compute averages, highs/lows, volatility, or a direct comparison against the global baseline for the selected market.

Global baseline benchmark

  • Overall average: $47.82 across 12 months.
  • High/low: highest month February 2025 at $53.89; lowest month September 2025 at $32.29.
  • First-to-last change: from $46.67 (October 2024) to $32.29 (September 2025), a decline of 30.8%.
  • Notable spikes/dips:
  • Increase: November to December +$8.34, aligning with typical year‑end pressure.
  • Decrease: August to September −$13.40, the largest monthly drop in the series.
  • Volatility: average absolute month‑to‑month change of $3.25.
  • Seasonal pattern:
  • Q4 2024 average: $47.13 (October–December).
  • Q1 2025 average: $52.94 (January–March), the highest quarter.
  • Q2 2025 average: $49.83 (April–June), easing from Q1.
  • Q3 2025 average: $41.39 (July–September), the softest quarter, driven by the September low.

Comparison vs. global baseline

  • Because the selected dataset for Transportation and Logistics in New Zealand contains no observations, the relative position versus the global market (above market, below average, or in line) cannot be determined for this period.
  • The global series provides a directional benchmark featuring a December/Q1 cost uplift and a gradual mid‑year cooling, culminating in a pronounced September dip.

Understanding cost per purchase benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Transportation and Logistics and New Zealand 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 Transportation and Logistics industry, Facebook ad costs can be influenced by seasonal trends and market competition. For campaigns targeting New Zealand, 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.

New Zealand Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Jan 2Day after New Year's Day
Feb 6Waitangi Day
Apr 18Good Friday
Apr 21Easter Monday
Apr 25ANZAC Day
Jun 2King's Birthday
Jun 20Matariki
Oct 27Labour Day
Dec 25Christmas Day
Dec 26Boxing Day

Key Shopping Season

Late November–early December (Black Friday/Cyber Monday), Christmas season (Boxing Day sales), Mid‑year promotions (Matariki in June), Back-to-school (late January/early February)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC might rise around Waitangi Day and ANZAC Day as public events increase media consumption. Matariki is new public holiday with growing awareness—advertising may see elevated competition. Late November–December Black Friday/Cyber Monday could drive ad costs significantly. Regional anniversary holidays may cause local inventory shifts.

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.