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Facebook Ads CTR Benchmarks in Colombia

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CTR (Click Through Rate) in Colombia

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Facebook Ads click-through-rate benchmarks: monthly trends and comparison

This analysis looks at click-through-rate trends for industry All industries available and target country Colombia compared to the global trend. The analysis is based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks.

  • Overall, Colombia’s median click-through-rate (CTR) averages 1.81%, essentially in line with the global average of 1.81%. However, this parity is driven by a single September spike; without September, Colombia averages 1.39%, below market.
  • Seasonality stands out: a December uplift (1.84%) is followed by a sharp January dip (1.06%), and a dramatic spike in September (6.50%).
  • Volatility is higher in Colombia than the global baseline. Typical month-to-month shifts average around 0.25 percentage points (pp) in Colombia versus 0.05 pp globally; including September, Colombia’s average MoM shift rises to 0.68 pp.
  • Colombia trails the global baseline in 10 of 12 months, coming in above market only in December 2024 and September 2025.

What the selected data shows (Colombia, all industries)

  • Average CTR: 1.81% across Oct 2024–Sep 2025 (1.39% if excluding September).
  • High/low:
  • High: 6.50% in Sep 2025 (notable outlier).
  • Low: 1.06% in Jan 2025.
  • First-to-last change: +469% from Oct 2024 (1.14%) to Sep 2025 (6.50%); the last-month surge drives this result.
  • Notable moves:
  • Nov → Dec: +0.51 pp (+38%), reaching 1.84%.
  • Dec → Jan: −0.78 pp (−42%), down to 1.06%.
  • Aug → Sep: +5.02 pp (+340%), up to 6.50%.
  • Stability bands:
  • From Feb to Aug 2025, CTR stays tight between 1.43% and 1.49%, indicating steady performance outside of the January dip and September surge.

How Colombia compares with the global baseline

  • Averages:
  • Colombia: 1.81% (1.39% excluding September).
  • Global baseline: 1.81%.
  • Typical gap: Colombia runs about 23% below the global average when excluding September (1.39% vs. 1.81%).
  • High/low:
  • Global high: 2.12% (Sep 2025); low: 1.67% (Feb 2025).
  • Colombia’s range (1.06%–6.50%) is far wider than the global range (1.67%–2.12%).
  • Month-to-month volatility (average absolute change):
  • Colombia: 0.68 pp (0.25 pp excluding September).
  • Global: 0.05 pp.
  • Interpretation: Colombia is 5× more volatile than global in typical months; 13× when including September.
  • Momentum:
  • Global trend rises steadily (+20% from Oct 2024 to Sep 2025).
  • Colombia is below market in 10/12 months, above in Dec 2024 and Sep 2025.

Seasonality and patterns observed

  • December uplift in Colombia suggests a year-end improvement in ad engagement, followed by a predictable January reset.
  • The global series shows gradual strengthening through mid-to-late 2025, with the highest CTRs in Q3, consistent with broader seasonal tailwinds.
  • Colombia’s outsized September spike departs from its earlier stability and from the smoother global climb.

Understanding click-through-rate benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry All industries available and Colombia 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 Colombia, 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. 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.

Colombia Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Jan 6Epiphany
Mar 24Saint Joseph's Day
Apr 17Maundy Thursday
Apr 18Good Friday
May 1Labour Day
Jun 2Ascension Day
Jun 23Corpus Christi
Jun 30Sacred Heart of Jesus
Jul 20Independence Day
Aug 7Battle of Boyacá
Aug 18Assumption of Mary
Oct 13Columbus Day
Nov 3All Saints' Day
Nov 17Independence of Cartagena
Dec 8Immaculate Conception
Dec 25Christmas Day

Key Shopping Season

Late November (Black Friday/Cyber Monday), December (Christmas), Mid‑year promotions around Independence Day (Jul 20) and Children's Day (Oct 13)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC might increase during long weekends and holidays like Independence Day due to heightened leisure media consumption. Major e‑commerce events could result in sharp spikes in retail competition. June holidays could disrupt typical ad pacing. Many holidays shifted to Mondays make weekend campaigns perform better.

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.