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Facebook Ads CTR Benchmarks for Media in Norway

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CTR (Click Through Rate) for Media in Norway

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

This analysis looks at click-through-rate trends for industry Media and target country Norway compared to the global trend. The analysis is based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks.

Main takeaways

  • Media in Norway averaged a 2.99% click-through-rate, well above the global baseline at 1.81% (+65.5%), but with significantly higher month-to-month volatility.
  • The series peaked in July 2025 at 7.92% and bottomed in December 2024 at 1.08%. From October 2024 to September 2025, CTR fell 29.5% (2.27% to 1.60%).
  • Volatility was elevated: the average monthly move was 1.34 percentage points versus just 0.05 pp for the baseline. The largest swings were a +106% jump in April and a -73.5% drop in August.
  • Seasonality: Norway’s Media CTR dipped through Q4–Q1, surged sharply in Q2 and early Q3, then normalized in late Q3. The global baseline showed a steadier rise into late summer and early fall.

Selected data overview (Media, Norway)

  • Average: 2.99% across the 12 months.
  • High/low: High of 7.92% in July 2025; low of 1.08% in December 2024.
  • Trend: -29.5% from October 2024 (2.27%) to September 2025 (1.60%).
  • Volatility: Average absolute month-to-month change of 1.34 pp. Notable movements:
  • March to April: +1.98 pp (+106%).
  • May to June: +2.51 pp (+59%).
  • July to August: -5.82 pp (-73.5%).
  • Quarterly shape:
  • Q4 2024: 1.62% average (declining into December).
  • Q1 2025: 1.49% average (muted engagement).
  • Q2 2025: 4.97% average (strong acceleration).
  • Q3 2025: 3.88% average (peak in July, normalization in Aug–Sep).

Comparison with the global baseline

  • Level: Norway’s Media CTR is above market overall (+65.5% vs. baseline). It outperformed the baseline in 7 of 12 months (October, March–August) and was below in 5 (November–February, September).
  • High/low context: The Norway high (7.92%) is 274% higher than the baseline high (2.12% in September 2025). The Norway low (1.08%) is 36% below the baseline low (1.67% in February 2025).
  • Trend vs. baseline: While Norway fell 29.5% from first to last month, the baseline rose 20.1% (1.76% to 2.12%), indicating Norway’s pattern was more cyclical and less steady.
  • Volatility: Norway’s average monthly move (1.34 pp) was roughly 25x the baseline (0.05 pp), underscoring much sharper swings than the overall market.

Seasonality and pattern signals

  • Norway’s Media segment shows a trough in November–February, a rapid ramp in March–July, and a sharp reversion in August–September.
  • The global baseline softens slightly from October–February and then climbs steadily into late summer and early fall, a pattern consistent with broader engagement tailwinds in Q3–Q4.

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

Norway Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Apr 17Maundy Thursday
Apr 18Good Friday
Apr 20Easter Sunday
Apr 21Easter Monday
May 1Labour Day
May 17Constitution Day
May 29Ascension Day
Jun 8Whit Sunday
Jun 9Whit Monday
Dec 25Christmas Day
Dec 26Boxing Day

Key Shopping Season

Late November (Black Friday/Singles Day), December (Christmas & post‑Christmas sales), Spring holiday period (April–May travel and tourism)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC could rise during Easter and Ascension when Norwegians travel or spend time on leisure. Constitution Day (May 17) is widely celebrated—media activity may increase and ad competition could intensify. Most public holidays result in shop closures; ad inventory may shrink during holidays. Pentecost weekend may reduce weekday competition.

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.