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Facebook Ads CTR Benchmarks for Marketplaces in Singapore

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CTR (Click Through Rate) for Marketplaces in Singapore

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Key takeaways

  • This analysis looks at click-through-rate (CTR) trends for industry Marketplaces and target country Singapore compared to the global trend, based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks.
  • Over Oct 2024–Aug 2025, Singapore’s Marketplaces CTR averaged 0.69%, well below the global baseline’s 1.78%—below market for 10 of 11 months and above market only in August 2025.
  • The selected series shows high volatility (average month-to-month change ~100%, driven by a late-summer surge), while the global trend is steady (~2.7% average month-to-month change).
  • Seasonally, the global benchmark gradually climbs into mid–late Q3, while Singapore shows a brief Q4 lift in November, a trough in February, and a sharp spike in August.

Overview of the selected time series

  • Period: Oct 2024–Aug 2025 (11 months)
  • Average CTR: 0.69%
  • High/low:
  • High: 3.41% (Aug 2025)
  • Low: 0.25% (Feb 2025)
  • Range: 3.16 percentage points
  • Change from first to last month: 0.26% (Oct 2024) to 3.41% (Aug 2025), a +1,220% increase.
  • Volatility:
  • Average month-to-month absolute change ~100% (about 56% if the August spike is excluded).
  • Largest jump: +496% from July to August (0.57% to 3.41%).

Comparison with the global baseline

  • Baseline average (Oct 2024–Aug 2025): 1.78% (vs 0.69% for Singapore Marketplaces).
  • High/low:
  • High: 2.02% (Aug 2025)
  • Low: 1.67% (Feb 2025)
  • Range: 0.35 percentage points
  • Change from first to last month: 1.76% (Oct 2024) to 2.02% (Aug 2025), a +14.7% increase.
  • Relative positioning:
  • Singapore Marketplaces CTR is below market in 10 of 11 months.
  • August 2025 stands out at 3.41%, about 69% above the global 2.02%.
  • Volatility:
  • Baseline month-to-month change averages only ~2.7%, indicating a stable global CTR trend versus Singapore’s higher variability.

Seasonality and volatility signals

  • Q4 pattern:
  • Singapore saw a November bump (0.80%) followed by a December softening (0.54%).
  • Globally, CTR eased slightly through Q4 2024 before rising from late Q1 onward.
  • Early-year dip:
  • Both series marked their low in February (Singapore 0.25%; global 1.67%).
  • Summer rise:
  • Global CTR climbed steadily from spring into August.
  • Singapore’s CTR rose gradually through July, then spiked in August.

Notable monthly highlights

  • November 2024: 0.80% in Singapore (+209% vs October); still -54% below global 1.74%.
  • February 2025: Cycle low at 0.25% in Singapore; global also at its low (1.67%).
  • March–July 2025: Alternating gains and pullbacks in Singapore, peaking at 0.57% in July—still -70% below the global 1.90%.
  • August 2025: Singapore jumps to 3.41% (+496% m/m), moving above market versus the 2.02% global benchmark.

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