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Facebook Ads CTR Benchmarks for Consumer Goods

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CTR (Click Through Rate) for Consumer Goods

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Key takeaways

  • Based on $3B worth of advertising data, Consumer Goods click-through-rate is below market overall, averaging 1.61% versus the global baseline’s 1.81% (about 10.7% lower).
  • Seasonal pattern: CTR softens in Q4 (Nov–Dec), stabilizes through H1, and lifts sharply in late summer, peaking in September.
  • Volatility is higher than the global trend: average month-to-month movement is 0.12 percentage points for Consumer Goods vs 0.05 p.p. for the baseline.
  • Despite being below market for 11 of 12 months, Consumer Goods edges above the global benchmark in September 2025.

Scope and context

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

Consumer Goods click-through-rate performance (selected data)

  • Average and median: 1.61% average (median 1.54%) from Oct 2024–Sep 2025.
  • Highs and lows: Peak at 2.14% in Sep 2025; trough at 1.43% in Dec 2024. Overall range of 0.71 percentage points.
  • Trend and change: From 1.65% in Oct 2024 to 2.14% in Sep 2025, a +30.0% increase.
  • Volatility: Average absolute month-to-month change of 0.12 p.p. (≈7.3% of the mean).
  • Notable moves:
  • Largest dip: Nov 2024 (-0.19 p.p., -11.4% vs Oct).
  • Late-summer surge: Jul 2025 (+0.21 p.p., +13.1% vs Jun) and a sharp jump in Sep 2025 (+0.45 p.p., +26.8% vs Aug).
  • Seasonal read: CTR softened across Q4 (Nov–Dec), rebounded gradually in Q1–Q2, and accelerated in Q3, culminating in a September high.

Comparison to the global baseline

  • Baseline statistics: Average 1.81% (median 1.75%), low 1.67% in Feb 2025, high 2.12% in Sep 2025; range 0.44 p.p. First-to-last change: +20.1% (Oct 2024 to Sep 2025).
  • Relative positioning:
  • Consumer Goods runs below market in 11 of 12 months, with gaps typically between 6% and 16%.
  • Exception: Sep 2025, where Consumer Goods (2.14%) is 1.3% above the baseline (2.12%), and also sets a higher peak than the global series.
  • Volatility comparison: Consumer Goods shows more pronounced swings (0.12 p.p. average MoM change) versus the smoother global trend (0.05 p.p.), indicating more fluctuation month-to-month.
  • Seasonal alignment: Both series strengthen into late summer and early fall, but the global trend builds more steadily from March onward, while Consumer Goods has a steeper late-stage lift.

Seasonality overview

  • Q4 softness: CTR declines from October into November–December for Consumer Goods.
  • H1 stabilization: Modest, mixed movements through January–June.
  • Q3 momentum: Both Consumer Goods and the global trend rise, with Consumer Goods registering a stronger September spike.

Understanding click-through-rate benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Consumer Goods and All countries available 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. In the Consumer Goods industry, Facebook ad costs can be influenced by seasonal trends and market competition. Geographic targeting affects ad costs based on market competition and user engagement in different regions. 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.

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.