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Facebook Ads CTR Benchmarks for Marketplaces in Netherlands

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CTR (Click Through Rate) for Marketplaces in Netherlands

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 reviews Facebook Ads click-through-rate trends for industry Marketplaces in the Netherlands versus the global baseline.
  • The Netherlands’ trend is below market overall: average click-through-rate (CTR) of 1.19% versus a global average of 1.78% (about 33% lower).
  • CTR in the Netherlands is highly volatile with sharp month-to-month swings (average ±0.50 percentage points), while the global series is steady (±0.05 pp).
  • Seasonality: the global trend climbs steadily from spring into late summer (peaking in August and rising further into September), while the Netherlands shows pronounced spikes in January and July and a trough in May.

Scope

This analysis looks at click-through-rate trends for industry Marketplaces and target country Netherlands compared to the global trend. Period covered: October 2024 to August 2025 for the Netherlands (selected data). The global baseline extends through September 2025.

Selected trend (Netherlands, Marketplaces)

  • Average: 1.19%
  • High: 1.69% in January 2025
  • Low: 0.70% in May 2025
  • Range: 0.98 percentage points
  • Change from first to last month: +12.4% (1.19% in Oct 2024 to 1.34% in Aug 2025)
  • Volatility: average month-to-month swing of ±0.50 pp
  • Notable movements:
  • December to January surge: +0.68 pp (+66%).
  • January to February drop: −0.95 pp (−56%).
  • Another sharp drop April to May: −0.78 pp (−53%).
  • Recovery June to July: +0.59 pp (+59%).

Overall, the Netherlands’ CTR fluctuates around 1.0–1.7%, with short-lived peaks (January, July) and a pronounced dip in May.

Comparison to the global baseline

  • Global average (Oct 2024–Aug 2025): 1.78%
  • Global high: 2.02% in August 2025 (and continues up to 2.12% in September 2025)
  • Global low: 1.67% in February 2025
  • Global change from first to last (Oct to Aug): +14.7%
  • Global volatility: average month-to-month swing of ±0.05 pp

Relative positioning:

  • The Netherlands sits about 0.59 pp below the global level on average (1.19% vs 1.78%), i.e., about 33% below market.
  • In 10 of 11 overlapping months, the Netherlands is below the global baseline; January 2025 is the only month roughly in line (1.69% vs 1.68%).

Seasonality and volatility

  • Global seasonality shows a gentle dip into February followed by a steady climb through Q2 and Q3, peaking in August and rising further in September—consistent with increased activity into late summer and early fall.
  • The Netherlands displays stronger intra-year swings: a New Year peak (January), a late-spring trough (May), and a mid-summer rebound (July). This pattern differs from the smoother global climb, indicating country- and vertical-specific dynamics within Marketplaces.

Understanding click-through-rate benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Marketplaces and Netherlands 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. For campaigns targeting Netherlands, 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.

Netherlands Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Apr 18Good Friday
Apr 20Easter Sunday
Apr 21Easter Monday
Apr 26King's Day
May 5Liberation Day
May 29Ascension Day
Jun 8Pentecost Sunday
Jun 9Pentecost Monday
Dec 25Christmas Day
Dec 26Boxing Day

Key Shopping Season

Late November–early December (Black Friday/Cyber Monday), December (Christmas and Boxing Day sales), Spring holidays (April–June tourism)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC might rise during spring holiday cluster when travel and leisure ads see elevated engagement. Liberation Day (May 5) is mandatory national holiday—ad inventory might shrink. Ad competition increases in late December for holiday promotions. Few summer holidays mean more consistent campaign performance through summer.

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.