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Facebook Ads CTR Benchmarks for Marketplaces

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CTR (Click Through Rate) for Marketplaces

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Facebook Ads click-through-rate benchmarks: Marketplaces across all countries

This analysis looks at click-through-rate trends for industry Marketplaces and target country All countries available 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

  • On average, Marketplaces CTR is in line with the global baseline (1.80% vs. 1.81%) but far more volatile month to month.
  • Highest CTR in the period occurs in September 2025 (3.12%), well above market; the lowest is June 2025 (1.31%), well below market.
  • From the first to the last month, Marketplaces CTR rises by about 84% (1.70% to 3.12%), compared with a steadier +20% increase in the baseline.
  • Seasonal patterns are visible: a November lift, softness through January–February, a sharp dip in June, and a late-summer surge into September.
  • Marketplaces sits above market in 4 of 12 months (notably November, May, and September), and below market in the remaining 8.

Marketplaces CTR trend highlights (selected data)

  • Average CTR across the period: 1.80%.
  • High and low: 3.12% in September 2025 (high), 1.31% in June 2025 (low).
  • Range and volatility:
  • Range: 1.81 percentage points (pp), from 1.31% to 3.12%.
  • Average month-to-month move: 0.51 pp, indicating notable volatility.
  • Month-to-month spikes and dips:
  • November 2024 jumps +0.60 pp vs. October.
  • May 2025 climbs +0.63 pp vs. April, then June drops -1.09 pp—lowest point in the year.
  • September 2025 surges +1.59 pp vs. August—the sharpest single-month increase.
  • First-to-last change: +83.6% from October 2024 (1.70%) to September 2025 (3.12%).

Comparison to the global baseline

  • Average CTR: 1.80% (Marketplaces) vs. 1.81% (baseline) — effectively in line with overall trends.
  • High/low comparison:
  • Marketplaces high (3.12%) is 48% above the baseline high (2.12%).
  • Marketplaces low (1.31%) is 22% below the baseline low (1.67%).
  • Volatility:
  • Marketplaces average MoM move: 0.51 pp.
  • Baseline average MoM move: 0.05 pp — roughly 10x steadier than Marketplaces.
  • First-to-last change:
  • Marketplaces: +84%.
  • Baseline: +20% (1.76% in October 2024 to 2.12% in September 2025).
  • Above/below market by month:
  • Above market: November 2024, April 2025, May 2025, September 2025.
  • Below market: October and December 2024; January, February, March, June, July, August 2025.

Seasonal patterns and quarterly view

  • Q4 2024: Elevated November CTR drives a higher quarterly average (Marketplaces ~1.88% vs. baseline ~1.73%). December eases back.
  • Q1 2025: Marketplaces trails the baseline (1.46% vs. 1.70%), reflecting softer engagement in January–February before a March rebound.
  • Q2 2025: Slightly above baseline on average (1.83% vs. 1.78%), but with a sharp May spike followed by a June trough.
  • Q3 2025: Slightly above baseline (2.03% vs. 2.01%), largely due to a strong September surge.

Understanding click-through-rate benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Marketplaces 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 Marketplaces 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.