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Facebook Ads CTR Benchmarks for Entertainment in New Zealand

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CTR (Click Through Rate) for Entertainment in New Zealand

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Facebook Ads click-through-rate benchmarks: Entertainment in New Zealand vs global

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

  • Overall level: Entertainment in New Zealand averages 3.08% click-through-rate (CTR), about 70% above the global baseline at 1.81%—clearly above market.
  • Consistency vs volatility: Selected data is highly volatile (average month-to-month change of 1.59 percentage points) versus a very stable baseline (0.05 pp).
  • Highs and lows: New Zealand peaks at 9.09% in September 2025 and bottoms at 1.50% in August 2025; the global range is much tighter (1.67%–2.12%).
  • Trajectory: From October 2024 to September 2025, CTR in New Zealand jumps +385%, while the baseline rises a steady +20%.
  • Median levels: Median CTR is 2.29% for New Zealand vs 1.75% globally, reinforcing the above-average position across the year.
  • Seasonal signals: Baseline steadily climbs into late Q3/Q4; New Zealand shows pronounced spikes mid-year (June) and in September, with a dip in August.

Selected data highlights: Entertainment in New Zealand

  • Average: 3.08% across Oct 2024–Sep 2025; median 2.29%.
  • High and low: Highest CTR in September 2025 (9.09%); lowest in August 2025 (1.50%). Range = 7.59 percentage points.
  • Volatility: Average absolute month-to-month change is 1.59 pp, indicating substantial swings.
  • Trend from start to end: 1.87% in October 2024 to 9.09% in September 2025, a +385% increase.
  • Notable spikes/dips:
  • June 2025 surges to 5.64% (+104% vs May), then July falls to 2.69% (-52%), August dips further to 1.50% (-44%), before a sharp rebound to 9.09% in September (+504% vs August).
  • Q4 2024 is comparatively steady (1.87%–2.37%), and early 2025 remains in a 1.97%–2.65% band before the mid-year spike.

Comparison to the global baseline

  • Average and median: New Zealand runs 1.27 pp higher on average (3.08% vs 1.81%) and 0.54 pp higher at the median (2.29% vs 1.75%).
  • Highs and lows: New Zealand’s high (9.09%) massively exceeds the global high (2.12%), while its low (1.50%) is slightly below the global low (1.67%).
  • Above/below market: New Zealand outperforms the baseline in 11 of 12 months; only August trails the global figure.
  • Stability: Global CTR progresses gradually from 1.76% (Oct 2024) to 2.12% (Sep 2025), with minimal month-to-month movement (0.05 pp on average), reflecting a broadly stable market trend.
  • Seasonal pattern: The baseline gently climbs through mid-year and into Q3–Q4, consistent with typical demand cycles. New Zealand follows the broad upward direction but with outsized mid-year and September spikes, indicating category- or market-specific surges.

Seasonal context

  • Q4 levels: While costs typically increase in Q4 around holiday periods, CTR in this Entertainment/New Zealand slice was steady in late 2024 and accelerated primarily in mid to late 2025.
  • Baseline seasonality: A smooth ascent into late Q3–Q4 suggests rising engagement globally, aligning with broader campaign intensity periods.

Understanding click-through-rate benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Entertainment 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 Entertainment industry, Facebook ad costs can be influenced by seasonal trends and market competition. 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.