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Facebook Ads CTR Benchmarks for Consumer Goods in Netherlands

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CTR (Click Through Rate) for Consumer Goods in Netherlands

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Key takeaways

  • Consumer Goods in Netherlands shows a higher Facebook Ads click-through-rate than the global baseline: 2.03% vs 1.81% on average (+12% above market).
  • Seasonal pattern is clear: softer CTR in November–December, then sustained gains into summer with a peak in August.
  • Volatility is elevated relative to the market: average month-to-month change of 0.21 percentage points vs 0.05 for the baseline.
  • Overall trajectory is upward: +19% from October 2024 to September 2025 (global: +20% over the same window).
  • Above market in 10 of 12 months; only November and December dipped below the global median.

Scope and dataset

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

Selected data overview (Consumer Goods, Netherlands)

  • Average CTR: 2.03%.
  • High: 2.48% in August 2025.
  • Low: 1.49% in December 2024.
  • Range: 0.99 percentage points across the period.
  • Volatility: average absolute month-to-month change of 0.21 percentage points (about 10% of the mean).
  • Direction of travel: from 2.03% in October 2024 to 2.42% in September 2025, a +19% increase.
  • Notable movements:
  • Q4 softness: November fell to 1.70% and December to 1.49%.
  • Strong rebound: March 2025 surged to 2.27% (+25% month over month).
  • Summer strength: sustained gains from May to August, peaking at 2.48%.

Comparison to global baseline

  • Baseline average CTR: 1.81%; high 2.12% (September 2025), low 1.67% (February 2025); range 0.44 percentage points.
  • Volatility: 0.05 percentage points average month-to-month change—roughly one quarter of the Netherlands Consumer Goods volatility.
  • Relative positioning:
  • Above market in 10 of 12 months, including strong outperformance in March (+31%), August (+23%), and June (+20%).
  • Slightly below market in November (-2%) and December (-12%).
  • Trajectory: baseline increased +20% from October 2024 to September 2025, broadly in line with the Netherlands trend, but at lower absolute levels.

Seasonality and notable patterns

  • Late Q4 softness: CTR dipped in November–December for Netherlands Consumer Goods, while the global trend also eased into December.
  • Spring rebound: both series improved from February to March, with the Netherlands segment rising faster and moving clearly above market.
  • Summer and early Q4 strength: steady gains from May culminated in an August peak for Netherlands Consumer Goods (2.48%), staying above the global benchmark through September.

Understanding click-through-rate benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Consumer Goods and Netherlands 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. For campaigns targeting Netherlands, 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.

Netherlands Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Apr 18Good Friday
Apr 20Easter Sunday
Apr 21Easter Monday
Apr 26King's Day
May 5Liberation Day
May 29Ascension Day
Jun 8Pentecost Sunday
Jun 9Pentecost Monday
Dec 25Christmas Day
Dec 26Boxing Day

Key Shopping Season

Late November–early December (Black Friday/Cyber Monday), December (Christmas and Boxing Day sales), Spring holidays (April–June tourism)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC might rise during spring holiday cluster when travel and leisure ads see elevated engagement. Liberation Day (May 5) is mandatory national holiday—ad inventory might shrink. Ad competition increases in late December for holiday promotions. Few summer holidays mean more consistent campaign performance through summer.

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.