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Facebook Ads CTR Benchmarks in Australia

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CTR (Click Through Rate) in Australia

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Key takeaways

  • This analysis looks at click-through-rate trends for industry All industries available and target country Australia compared to the global trend; the analysis is based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks.
  • The Australia series averages 1.80% over the last 12 months, essentially in line with the global baseline at 1.81%. However, it is more volatile month to month.
  • Seasonal patterns are visible: Australia rises through Q4 2024 into December, softens through April, then rebounds—culminating in a sharp September spike. Globally, rates dip slightly in Q4 then climb steadily from spring through late summer.
  • Relative positioning: Australia is below market in most months, briefly above in December–January and decisively above in September.

Selected trend highlights

  • Range and central tendency:
  • Average: 1.80% (median: 1.66%)
  • High: 3.44% in September 2025
  • Low: 1.35% in April 2025
  • Direction of travel:
  • From October 2024 (1.52%) to September 2025 (3.44%), click-through-rate increases by 126% overall.
  • Upward moves in 8 of 11 intervals, with the standout month being September (+76% month over month from August).
  • Volatility:
  • Average absolute month-to-month move: 0.25 percentage points (~14% of the series average), indicating notable variability.
  • Notable periods:
  • Q4 2024 lift: October → December rises from 1.52% to 1.77%.
  • Early-year dip: January → April declines from 1.78% to 1.35% (−24%), followed by a steady recovery.
  • Exceptional spike: September 2025 jumps to 3.44%, the period’s clear outlier.

Comparison to the global baseline

  • Averages and medians:
  • Australia: 1.80% average, 1.66% median
  • Global baseline: 1.81% average, 1.75% median
  • Overall, Australia is effectively in line with the global level, but with lower central tendency (median) and wider dispersion.
  • Highs and lows:
  • Baseline ranges from 1.67% (February) to 2.12% (September), a narrower band than Australia’s 1.35%–3.44%.
  • Volatility:
  • Baseline average absolute month-to-month move: 0.05 percentage points (~3% of its average), far steadier than Australia’s 0.25 points.
  • Month-by-month positioning:
  • Australia trails the baseline in 9 of 12 months, is slightly above in December and January, and materially above in September (+63% vs global).
  • Trend differences:
  • Q4: Australia lifts into December, while the global series softens slightly.
  • Spring to late summer: the baseline climbs consistently, whereas Australia underperforms until a late surge.

Seasonality and volatility

  • Seasonal cues align with typical holiday dynamics in Australia: improvements into December, a first-quarter retrenchment, and a mid-year recovery.
  • The September leap pushes Australia well above market and expands the overall range, underscoring higher volatility versus the global trend.

Why these benchmarks matter

Understanding click-through-rate benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry All industries available and Australia helps advertisers make more efficient budget and creative choices.

Understanding the Data

Insights & analysis of Facebook advertising costs

Click-Through Rate (CTR) is the percentage of impressions that resulted in a click on the Facebook ad. Different industries see varying ad costs due to market competition, user demographics, and conversion value. For campaigns targeting Australia, advertisers typically see good engagement rates despite moderate costs. Different campaign objectives lead to varying costs based on how Facebook optimizes for your specific goals. 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. 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.

Australia Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Jan 27Australia Day (observed)
Apr 18‑21Easter weekend
Apr 25Anzac Day
Jun 9King's Birthday
Oct 6Labour Day
Dec 25Christmas Day
Dec 26Boxing Day

Key Shopping Season

Late December (Christmas and Boxing Day), Early December (Cyber Monday), January (Back-to-school), May (Mother's Day)

Potential Advertising Impact

Ad costs could spike around major holidays, especially Easter, Anzac Day, and Christmas. Increased budgets and earlier scheduling may be necessary. Retailers should consider planning promotions around back-to-school and Mother's Day to maximize campaign effectiveness.

What is CTR and why does it matter for Facebook ads?

CTR (Click-Through Rate) is the percentage of people who click your ad after seeing it. It's calculated by dividing total clicks by total impressions, then multiplying by 100. A high CTR indicates your ad resonates with your audience and helps improve your relevance score, which can lower your overall costs.

What's the average CTR for Facebook ads in 2025?

The average Facebook ad CTR across industries sits around 0.90-1.10%. But there's significant variation. Your specific industry, audience targeting, and campaign objectives should determine your benchmark.

Why is my Facebook ad CTR consistently low?

Low CTR usually stems from poor audience targeting, weak creative, or a disconnect between your ad content and audience needs. Your ad might simply not be standingo out enough. Check if your visuals grab attention, your copy addresses clear pain points, and your audience targeting aligns with people genuinely interested in your offer.

Is CTR still a reliable metric for ad performance in 2025?

Yes—but only in context. High CTR is a signal that your creative works, but it doesn't guarantee conversions. Use it alongside other metrics like conversion rate to get the full picture.