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Facebook Ads CTR Benchmarks for Public Administration in Norway

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CTR (Click Through Rate) for Public Administration in Norway

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Key takeaways

  • This analysis looks at click-through-rate trends for industry Public Administration in Norway compared to the global trend. The analysis is based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks.
  • No country- and industry-specific time series was available for Norway; therefore, the summary below reflects the global baseline to provide directional context.
  • Global click-through-rate averaged 1.81% across the period, with a clear upswing from March through September and moderate month-to-month volatility (average absolute MoM change ~2.9%).
  • The baseline rose from 1.76% in October 2024 to 2.12% in September 2025, a +20.1% increase, with the yearly high in September and the low in February.

Scope and framing

  • Metric: click-through-rate (CTR)
  • Segment of interest: Public Administration in Norway
  • Comparison set: global baseline (all industries/countries)
  • Note: Selected segment data was not available for the months provided, so relative positioning (above market/below market) cannot be determined for Norway in this period. The baseline offers a reference point for Facebook Ads benchmarks and country-agnostic ad performance.

Global baseline highlights

  • Overall average CTR: 1.81% (Oct 2024–Sep 2025).
  • High: 2.12% in September 2025; Low: 1.67% in February 2025.
  • First-to-last change: from 1.76% (Oct 2024) to 2.12% (Sep 2025), up +0.35 percentage points (+20.1%).
  • Volatility: average absolute month-to-month change of approximately 2.9%, indicating moderate fluctuations.
  • Notable spikes/dips:
  • Largest monthly increase: August 2025 (+6.29% vs. July), followed by September (+4.71%) and May (+4.38%).
  • Largest monthly decrease: December 2024 (-2.81% vs. November).
  • Quarterly pattern (approximated by averages):
  • Q4 2024: 1.73%
  • Q1 2025: 1.70%
  • Q2 2025: 1.78%
  • Q3 2025: 2.01%
  • This shows a soft start to the year, improving through spring and accelerating into late summer.

Seasonal patterns to note

  • CTR softened from October through February, reaching a low in February.
  • From March onward, CTR trended upward, with the strongest gains in late summer (July–September). This suggests that, in the global data, engagement typically strengthens into Q3.

Comparison perspective

  • Because the Public Administration segment in Norway has no available monthly series for this window, we cannot label it as above market, below average, or in line with overall trends.
  • The global baseline can serve as a directional yardstick: an average CTR near 1.8% with a late-summer peak around 2.1% and moderate MoM variability.

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