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Facebook Ads CTR Benchmarks for Marketing & Advertising in Italy

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CTR (Click Through Rate) for Marketing & Advertising in Italy

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Facebook Ads click-through-rate benchmarks: Marketing & Advertising in Italy vs. global

This analysis looks at click-through-rate trends for the Marketing & Advertising industry in Italy 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: Italy’s click-through-rate averages 2.01%, about 11% above the global baseline (1.81%), signaling above-market engagement.
  • Volatility: Month-to-month shifts are high in Italy (avg absolute change 1.18 percentage points) versus a very stable global trend (0.05 pp), making the local pattern far more variable.
  • Seasonality: Italy shows pronounced dips in April and December and strong surges in May and September. The global baseline climbs steadily from Q1 into late summer/early fall.
  • Momentum: Italy grew from 0.91% (Oct) to 4.18% (Sep), a +360% rise; the global baseline rose +20% over the same period.

Selected trend overview

For Marketing & Advertising in Italy:

  • Average: 2.01%; median: 2.02%.
  • High: 4.18% in September 2025; low: 0.60% in April 2025 (range 3.57 pp).
  • Notable months:
  • Surge in November 2024 (+1.66 pp vs. Oct), followed by a December pullback (1.02%).
  • Rebound through Q1–Q2 2025 with a sharp May spike to 2.83% (+2.23 pp vs. April).
  • Softer summer in June–July (1.73% and 1.44%), then strong late-summer lift to 2.25% in August and a peak in September (4.18%).
  • Volatility: Average month-to-month absolute change is 1.18 pp, reflecting frequent swings rather than a smooth climb.

Comparison to the global baseline

  • Level and central tendency:
  • Italy average 2.01% vs. global 1.81% (+11% above market).
  • Italy median 2.02% vs. global 1.75% (+15%).
  • Highs and lows:
  • Global low: 1.67% (February 2025); high: 2.12% (September 2025); range: 0.44 pp.
  • Italy’s range (3.57 pp) is much wider than global, underscoring higher variability.
  • Volatility:
  • Italy’s month-to-month changes are roughly 22x more volatile than global (1.18 pp vs. 0.05 pp).
  • Above/below market by month:
  • Italy outperforms the global baseline in 7 of 12 months (notably November, January–March, May, August, September).
  • It falls below in 5 months (October, December, April, June, July), with the most pronounced underperformance in April.
  • Momentum:
  • Italy: +360% from first to last month (0.91% to 4.18%).
  • Global: +20% in the same window (1.76% to 2.12%).

Seasonal patterns and monthly highlights

  • Q4: Italy spikes in November, then dips in December, while the global trend slightly softens from October to December.
  • Spring: April is a local low in Italy (0.60%), but the global baseline is steady.
  • May rebound: Italy jumps to 2.83%, well above the global level (1.79%).
  • Summer to early fall: The global baseline rises steadily through September; Italy shows mid-summer softness (June–July) before a strong late-summer/early fall surge, culminating in the September high.

Understanding click-through-rate benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Marketing & Advertising and Italy 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 Marketing & Advertising industry, Facebook ad costs can be influenced by seasonal trends and market competition. For campaigns targeting Italy, 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.

Italy Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Jan 6Epiphany
Apr 20Easter Sunday
Apr 21Easter Monday
Apr 25Liberation Day
May 1Labour Day
Jun 2Republic Day
Aug 15Ferragosto
Nov 1All Saints' Day
Dec 8Immaculate Conception
Dec 25Christmas Day
Dec 26St. Stephen's Day

Key Shopping Season

Late November (Black Friday/Cyber Monday), Christmas & post‑Christmas sales (late December), Ferragosto (mid‑August) summer tourism, Back‑to‑school (September)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC might increase during spring holidays when Italians engage in travel or leisure. Ferragosto may see travel and hospitality ads face high competition while retail CPMs dip. Late November and December see ad demand surges. 'Ponte' long weekends could affect ad pacing with stronger performance on adjacent weekdays.

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.