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Facebook Ads CTR Benchmarks for Education in New Zealand

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CTR (Click Through Rate) for Education in New Zealand

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Facebook Ads click-through-rate benchmarks: monthly trends and comparison

  • Education in New Zealand posted an average click-through-rate (CTR) of 2.27% over the last 12 months, about 26% above the global baseline average of 1.81%.
  • CTR ranged from 1.68% to 3.34% in New Zealand, versus 1.67% to 2.12% globally—similar floor but materially higher peaks locally.
  • Volatility was high: average month-to-month movement was 0.43 percentage points (pp) in New Zealand, roughly 8x the global baseline (0.05 pp).
  • From first to last month, New Zealand CTR rose 98% (1.69% to 3.34%), compared with a 20% rise globally.
  • Seasonal patterns show a lift in December–January and a sharp spike in September; the global trend rises steadily from late Q1 into early fall.

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

What the data shows for Education in New Zealand

  • Average CTR: 2.27%
  • High: 3.34% in September 2025
  • Low: 1.68% in November 2024
  • Range: 1.66 pp
  • First to last month: +98%
  • Volatility: average absolute month-to-month change of 0.43 pp (about 19% of the average CTR)
  • Notable movements:
  • December → January: +0.70 pp (2.05% to 2.76%)
  • February dip: -0.46 pp
  • September surge: +1.52 pp (the largest single-month jump)

Seasonality: CTR improved into December and peaked in January, softened mid-year (June–August), then spiked in September. This aligns with engagement shifts around year-end and back-to-school periods.

How New Zealand compares to the global baseline

  • Baseline average: 1.81% (New Zealand is +0.46 pp, or +26% above market)
  • Baseline high/low: 2.12% (September) and 1.67% (February)
  • Baseline trend: steady climb from February through September (+20% first to last month)
  • Baseline volatility: 0.05 pp average month-to-month change (about 3% of its average)
  • Relative positioning by month:
  • Above market in 9 of 12 months (all months except October, November, and August)
  • Similar lows to global levels, but consistently higher mid-year and year-end peaks

Seasonal patterns and context

  • New Zealand Education CTR shows distinct December–January uplift and a strong September peak, while the global CTR rises gradually through spring and summer into early fall.
  • While costs typically increase in Q4 around holiday periods, this dataset shows CTR improving at year-end locally and globally, with an outsized late Q3 spike in New Zealand.

Understanding click-through-rate benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Education and New Zealand 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 New Zealand, 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.

New Zealand Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Jan 2Day after New Year's Day
Feb 6Waitangi Day
Apr 18Good Friday
Apr 21Easter Monday
Apr 25ANZAC Day
Jun 2King's Birthday
Jun 20Matariki
Oct 27Labour Day
Dec 25Christmas Day
Dec 26Boxing Day

Key Shopping Season

Late November–early December (Black Friday/Cyber Monday), Christmas season (Boxing Day sales), Mid‑year promotions (Matariki in June), Back-to-school (late January/early February)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC might rise around Waitangi Day and ANZAC Day as public events increase media consumption. Matariki is new public holiday with growing awareness—advertising may see elevated competition. Late November–December Black Friday/Cyber Monday could drive ad costs significantly. Regional anniversary holidays may cause local inventory shifts.

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.