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Facebook Ads CTR Benchmarks for Education

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CTR (Click Through Rate) for Education

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Facebook Ads click-through-rate benchmarks: Education, All countries available

This analysis looks at click-through-rate trends for industry Education 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: Education CTR in All countries available averages 1.59, about 12% below the global baseline average of 1.81 (below market).
  • Trend direction: Education CTR declines from October 2024 to September 2025 (-37.7%), while the global baseline rises (+20.1%) over the same period.
  • Volatility: Education shows higher month-to-month movement (average absolute change 0.19) versus the steadier global trend (0.05).
  • Extremes: Education peaks in August 2025 (1.80) and dips sharply in September 2025 (0.98). Global CTR peaks later and higher in September 2025 (2.12).

Education CTR overview (All countries available)

  • Average: 1.59 across 12 months.
  • High/low: High of 1.80 in August 2025; low of 0.98 in September 2025; range of 0.82.
  • First-to-last change: From 1.58 (Oct 2024) to 0.98 (Sep 2025), a -37.7% decline.
  • Volatility: Average absolute month-to-month change of 0.19, with the largest swing in September 2025 (down 0.82 vs. August).
  • Notable months:
  • Stable Q4 2024 around 1.58.
  • Q1–Q2 2025 mixed: rise into March (1.80), pullback in April (1.57), modest recovery May–June (1.65 to 1.60).
  • July softens (1.50), August spikes (1.80), September drops to the series low (0.98).

Comparison to the global baseline

  • Average gap: Education at 1.59 vs. global 1.81 (about 0.22 lower), indicating performance below average.
  • Highs/lows: Education peak (1.80) sits 15% below the global peak (2.12). The Education low (0.98) is 41% lower than the global low (1.67).
  • Month wins: Education exceeds the global baseline in only 2 of 12 months (January and March 2025); it trails in the remaining 10 months.
  • Volatility and stability: The global series is steadier (average absolute MoM change 0.05) and trends upward, especially from May through September. Education is choppier, with sharp moves in April, August, and September.
  • Seasonal shape:
  • Q4 2024: Global CTR softens from October to December; Education remains flat around 1.58.
  • Q1 2025: Global dips into February before recovering in March; Education lifts in January and March but not consistently.
  • Q3–early Q4: Global rises steadily through September. Education shows an August spike followed by a pronounced September dip.

Seasonal patterns observed

  • Q4 2024 is comparatively flat for Education and slightly down for the global trend.
  • Both series show renewed strength in March 2025.
  • The global benchmark accelerates through summer into early fall, while Education diverges with a late-summer spike and a September pullback.

Understanding click-through-rate benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Education 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 Education industry, Facebook ad costs can be moderate, with higher costs for professional and specialized courses. 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.