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Facebook Ads CTR Benchmarks for Education in Australia

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CTR (Click Through Rate) for Education in Australia

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Key takeaways

  • This analysis looks at click-through-rate trends for industry Education and target country Australia compared to the global trend; the analysis is based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks.
  • Education in Australia runs above market overall: average click-through-rate of 2.21% vs a global baseline of 1.81% (+22% higher).
  • Volatility is materially higher in Australia (average month-to-month move of 0.36 percentage points) than the global baseline (0.05 pp).
  • Seasonality stands out: a strong lift in December–January, mid-year softness (July–August), and a pronounced spike in September.
  • From first to last month, Australia’s click-through-rate rose 106%, versus a 20% rise globally.

Scope and context

We analyze monthly median click-through-rate for Facebook Ads, comparing Education in Australia to the global baseline. Figures span October 2024 through September 2025 and represent medians by month.

Education in Australia: overview of the selected data

  • Average: 2.21% across the period.
  • High and low: Peak at 3.34% in September 2025; low at 1.40% in November 2024. Peak-to-trough range: 1.94 pp (about 88% of the average), signaling a wide performance band.
  • Trend: From 1.63% in October 2024 to 3.34% in September 2025 (+106%).
  • Volatility: Average month-to-month absolute change of 0.36 pp.
  • Notable movements:
  • Largest surge: August to September +1.49 pp (1.85% to 3.34%).
  • Strong Q4 inflection: November to December +0.81 pp (1.40% to 2.21%), followed by January at 2.59%.
  • Softer patches: October to November −0.22 pp; January to February −0.42 pp; July to August −0.28 pp.
  • Seasonal patterns: Elevated click-through-rate in December–January, stabilization through spring, a mild mid-year dip, and a late Q3 spike in September.

Global baseline: context and seasonal pattern

  • Average: 1.81%.
  • High and low: Peak at 2.12% in September 2025; low at 1.67% in February 2025. Range: 0.44 pp (about 25% of the average), indicating steadier performance than Australia.
  • Trend: 1.76% in October 2024 to 2.12% in September 2025 (+20%).
  • Volatility: Average month-to-month absolute change of 0.05 pp.
  • Seasonality: Gradual climb from late Q1 through Q3, with incremental gains from May onward and a modest Q3–Q4 lift, including August and September.

Comparative insights: Australia vs. global

  • Level: Australia sits above market in 9 of 12 months. The largest positive gap is in September (+1.23 pp); the largest negative gap appears in November (−0.34 pp).
  • Seasonality: Both series see a year-end lift, but Australia’s December–January increase is sharper. The baseline follows a smooth, steady rise, while Australia features more pronounced swings—mid-year softness followed by a September spike.
  • Stability: The global trend is “in line with overall trends” and smoother; Australia’s Education click-through-rate is comparatively volatile but higher on average.

Understanding click-through-rate benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Education and Australia 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. For campaigns targeting Australia, advertisers typically see good engagement rates despite moderate costs. 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.

Australia Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Jan 27Australia Day (observed)
Apr 18‑21Easter weekend
Apr 25Anzac Day
Jun 9King's Birthday
Oct 6Labour Day
Dec 25Christmas Day
Dec 26Boxing Day

Key Shopping Season

Late December (Christmas and Boxing Day), Early December (Cyber Monday), January (Back-to-school), May (Mother's Day)

Potential Advertising Impact

Ad costs could spike around major holidays, especially Easter, Anzac Day, and Christmas. Increased budgets and earlier scheduling may be necessary. Retailers should consider planning promotions around back-to-school and Mother's Day to maximize campaign effectiveness.

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.