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Facebook Ads CTR Benchmarks for E-commerce

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CTR (Click Through Rate) for E-commerce

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Facebook Ads click-through-rate benchmarks: E-commerce, all countries

This analysis looks at click-through-rate trends for industry E-commerce 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.

Key takeaways

  • Overall level: E-commerce CTR averaged 1.82% across the period, slightly above the global baseline at 1.81% (+0.02 percentage points; about +1%).
  • Seasonal shape: CTR was steady in Q4, softened through March–April, then accelerated sharply from June, peaking in September.
  • Volatility: E-commerce showed higher month-to-month variability (average absolute move ~0.15 pp) than the global baseline (~0.05 pp), nearly 3x more volatile.
  • Relative position: E-commerce was above market in 7 of 12 months, notably ahead in July–September; below market in March–May.

Selected series overview (E-commerce, all countries)

  • Average: 1.82%
  • High: 2.56% in September 2025
  • Low: 1.52% in April 2025
  • Change from first to last month: 1.70% (Oct 2024) to 2.56% (Sep 2025) = +0.87 pp (+51%).
  • Notable movements:
  • Dip from December to April: 1.75% → 1.52% (Dec–Apr).
  • Rebound from May to July: 1.59% → 2.05%.
  • Sharp late-summer lift: August to September +0.51 pp (+25% month over month), the strongest jump in the period.

Global baseline overview

  • Average: 1.81%
  • High: 2.12% in September 2025
  • Low: 1.67% in February 2025
  • Change from first to last month: 1.76% to 2.12% = +0.35 pp (+20%).
  • Smoother trajectory with gradual gains from March through September.

Head-to-head comparison

  • Above market: November, December, February, June, July, August, September.
  • Largest outperformance: September (+0.45 pp; E-commerce 2.56% vs global 2.12%, about +21% higher).
  • Below market: October, January, March, April, May.
  • Largest underperformance: April (1.52% vs 1.71%, ~11% below).
  • Volatility: E-commerce CTR swings averaged ~0.15 pp month to month vs ~0.05 pp for the global trend, indicating more pronounced fluctuations.

Seasonality patterns observed

  • Q4 (Oct–Dec): No pronounced spike for E-commerce; CTR ranged 1.70%–1.78%, broadly in line with the global trend.
  • Early year (Jan–Apr): Softness culminating in an April low (1.52%).
  • Summer and early fall (Jun–Sep): Consistent gains with a peak in September; E-commerce moved from in line to clearly above the global benchmark during this window.

Month-by-month highlights

  • April 2025 marked the year’s low for E-commerce CTR (1.52%), also the widest gap below the global benchmark.
  • September 2025 set the peak (2.56%), well above the global high (2.12%) and representing the strongest month-over-month jump in the series.

Understanding click-through-rate benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry E-commerce across all available countries 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 E-commerce industry, Facebook ad costs can be varied, with peaks during holiday seasons and competitive product categories. 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.