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Facebook Ads CTR Benchmarks for Marketing & Advertising in Singapore

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

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Facebook Ads click-through-rate benchmarks: trend summary and comparison

This analysis looks at click-through-rate trends for industry Marketing & Advertising and target country Singapore 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: Singapore’s Marketing & Advertising click-through-rate (CTR) averaged 2.18%, about 21% above the global baseline average of 1.81%—yet it only outperformed the baseline in 4 of 12 months, lifted by a late surge.
  • Highs and lows: Singapore peaked at 9.09% in Sep 2025 and bottomed at 0.39% in Apr 2025 (range: 8.70 percentage points). The global series ranged narrowly from 1.67% (Feb 2025) to 2.12% (Sep 2025).
  • Volatility: Month-to-month change averaged 1.18 percentage points in Singapore versus just 0.05 points globally—more than 20x higher volatility.
  • Trend direction: From Oct 2024 to Sep 2025, Singapore’s CTR rose about 895%, driven by sharp gains Aug–Sep. The global baseline increased a steadier 20% over the same period.
  • Seasonality: Singapore showed softness through Q1 into April, then rebounded from May with a strong Q3 lift. Globally, CTR eased through late 2024 and climbed steadily from Feb to Sep 2025.

Singapore Marketing & Advertising CTR trend

  • Average: 2.18% (Oct 2024–Sep 2025)
  • High/Low: 9.09% (Sep 2025) / 0.39% (Apr 2025)
  • Notable movements:
  • Q4 2024: Gradual improvement from 0.91% (Oct) to 1.47% (Dec).
  • Early 2025 dip: 1.09% (Jan) to 0.39% (Apr), the series low.
  • Recovery and surge: 2.06% (May) to 2.64% (Jun); pullback in Jul (1.66%), then sharp spikes in Aug (3.59%) and Sep (9.09%).
  • Volatility: Average absolute month-to-month change of 1.18 percentage points underscores a highly variable market.

Comparison to the global baseline

  • Average level: 2.18% (Singapore) vs 1.81% (global) → Singapore sits above market on average (+21%).
  • Highs and lows: Singapore’s peak (9.09%) far exceeds the global high (2.12%), while its low (0.39%) falls well below the global low (1.67%).
  • Consistency: Singapore was above global in 4 of 12 months (May, Jun, Aug, Sep), below in the other 8 months. Performance was concentrated in late 2025.
  • Volatility and range:
  • Singapore: 8.70-point range; 1.18-point average month-to-month move.
  • Global: 0.45-point range; 0.05-point average month-to-month move.
  • Directionality:
  • Singapore: +895% from Oct 2024 to Sep 2025.
  • Global: +20% from Oct 2024 to Sep 2025.

Seasonality and pattern notes

  • Singapore: Q4 2024 built steadily, early-year softness culminated in an April trough, then a pronounced Q3 rally (Jul–Sep average 4.78%).
  • Global: Slight easing across late 2024, then a consistent climb Feb–Sep 2025 (Jul–Sep average 2.01%), peaking in September.

Understanding click-through-rate benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Marketing & Advertising and Singapore 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 Singapore, 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.

Singapore Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Jan 29Chinese New Year Day 1
Jan 30Chinese New Year Day 2
Mar 31Hari Raya Puasa
Apr 18Good Friday
May 1Labour Day
May 12Vesak Day
Jun 7Hari Raya Haji
Aug 9National Day
Oct 20Deepavali
Dec 25Christmas Day

Key Shopping Season

Late January (Chinese New Year), October–December (Deepavali, National Day promotions, Christmas), Mid-year retail events

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC might rise during Chinese New Year and Deepavali for gifting, food, and apparel categories. Good Friday, Hari Raya, and Vesak Day long weekends could shift consumer behavior and spike media consumption. National Day promotions might elevate ad costs in entertainment and tourism. Singapore's small, affluent market means events can have noticeable retail impact.

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.