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Facebook Ads CTR Benchmarks in Norway

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CTR (Click Through Rate) in Norway

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Facebook Ads click-through-rate benchmarks: key takeaways

This analysis looks at click-through-rate trends for industry All industries available and target country Norway compared to the global trend. Based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks, Norway showed a pronounced Q4 spike and a subsequent slide through spring, with modest recovery in summer. On average, Norway’s click-through-rate (CTR) sat below the global baseline and was far more volatile month to month. Seasonal patterns are visible: a peak in November, a dip in December, and global uplift into summer.

Norway CTR trend (all industries)

  • Period covered: October 2024 to August 2025
  • Average CTR: 1.65%
  • High: 3.18% in November 2024
  • Low: 0.98% in May 2025
  • Range: 2.20 percentage points
  • Volatility: average month-to-month move of 0.46 points
  • Change from first to last month: 2.49% (Oct 2024) to 1.31% (Aug 2025), down 47%

Notable movements:

  • Sharp surge from October to November (+0.69 pts, +28%), then a steep drop into December (−1.76 pts, −55%).
  • Continued softening into spring, bottoming in May at 0.98%, followed by a gradual rebound into August.

Global baseline CTR trend

  • Period matched for comparison: October 2024 to August 2025
  • Average CTR: 1.78%
  • High: 2.02% in August 2025
  • Low: 1.67% in February 2025
  • Range: 0.35 percentage points
  • Volatility: average month-to-month move of 0.05 points
  • Change from first to last month: 1.76% (Oct 2024) to 2.02% (Aug 2025), up 15%
  • Note: The baseline continued to rise to 2.12% in September 2025.

How Norway compares to the global baseline

  • Overall level: Norway averaged 1.65% vs. the global 1.78%, about 7% below the market.
  • By month:
  • Above market in Oct, Nov, Jan, and Feb (4 of 11 months). The biggest outperformance was November (+83% vs. baseline).
  • Below market from March through August. The largest underperformance was May (−45% vs. baseline).
  • Volatility: Norway’s month-to-month swings were roughly 9× larger than the global benchmark (0.46 vs. 0.05 points), indicating higher variability in performance.
  • Directionally: While the global trend steadily climbed from late winter into summer, Norway trended downward after November, hit a May trough, and then recovered modestly into August.

Seasonal patterns and notable shifts

  • Q4 effect: Norway peaked in November, then dropped sharply in December—an atypical reversal within the quarter compared to its November high.
  • Spring softness: March–May marked sustained below-baseline performance, culminating in the year’s low in May.
  • Summer lift: The global benchmark rose consistently from February to August; Norway also recovered from its May low but remained below the global level through August.

Understanding click-through-rate benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry All industries available 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. Different industries see varying ad costs due to market competition, user demographics, and conversion value. 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.