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Facebook Ads CTR Benchmarks for HR & Staffing

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CTR (Click Through Rate) for HR & Staffing

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Key takeaways

  • Based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks, this analysis looks at click-through-rate trends for industry HR & Staffing and target country All countries available compared to the global trend.
  • Overall level: HR & Staffing sits above market, averaging 2.05% CTR versus the global baseline at 1.81% (+13–14% higher).
  • Volatility: The selected series is highly variable (average month-to-month swing of ~0.34 percentage points) versus a steadier baseline (~0.05 pp), or about 6.5x more volatile.
  • Trend: From October 2024 to September 2025, the selected CTR rose 29.7% (1.93% to 2.50%), outpacing the baseline’s 20.1% increase.
  • Seasonality: Clear peaks in November, April, and late summer/early fall (August–September), with notable dips in December and May. The baseline shows a smoother climb into late summer and early fall, consistent with typical Q3–Q4 uplift.

What was analyzed

This report summarizes monthly median click-through-rate (CTR) for HR & Staffing across all available countries and compares it to the global baseline for the same period (Oct 2024–Sep 2025). It focuses on averages, highs/lows, month-to-month changes, and seasonal patterns commonly sought in Facebook Ads benchmarks.

Selected time-series overview

  • Average: 2.05%
  • High: 2.50% (April 2025, closely matched by September 2025 at 2.50%)
  • Low: 1.62% (June 2025)
  • Range: 0.87 percentage points
  • First-to-last change: +29.7% (1.93% in Oct 2024 to 2.50% in Sep 2025)
  • Volatility: Average absolute month-to-month change ~0.34 percentage points
  • Notable spikes:
  • November 2024 (+0.47 pp), April 2025 (+0.39 pp), and August 2025 (+0.61 pp)
  • Notable dips:
  • December 2024 (−0.73 pp) and May 2025 (−0.73 pp)
  • Seasonal notes:
  • Q4 saw a sharp November rise followed by a December pullback.
  • Strong spring peak in April, a summer lull in June–July, and a renewed upswing in August–September.

Comparison with the global baseline

  • Average level: 2.05% (selected) vs 1.81% (baseline) — about 13.5% above market.
  • Highs/lows:
  • Selected high of 2.50% is ~18% above the baseline high of 2.12% (September).
  • Selected low of 1.62% is slightly below the baseline low of 1.67%.
  • Range: 0.87 pp (selected) vs 0.44 pp (baseline), indicating roughly double the swing.
  • Growth: +29.7% (selected) vs +20.1% (baseline) from October to September.
  • Volatility: ~0.34 pp average MoM change (selected) vs ~0.05 pp (baseline), signaling a much choppier pattern in HR & Staffing.
  • Seasonal alignment: Both series strengthen into late summer and early fall; however, the selected data shows sharper November and April peaks and more pronounced December/May dips than the global trend.

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