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Facebook Ads CTR Benchmarks for Recreation and Travel in United States

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CTR (Click Through Rate) for Recreation and Travel in United States

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Facebook Ads click-through-rate benchmarks: Recreation and Travel in the United States vs global

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

Key takeaways

  • United States Recreation and Travel click-through-rate (CTR) averaged 1.98% over the last 12 months, about 9.5% above the global baseline (1.81%)—generally above market.
  • High volatility: average month-to-month absolute change was 0.48 percentage points (pp) versus just 0.05 pp for the baseline—about 9x more volatile.
  • Seasonality is pronounced: CTR fell through Q4, rebounded sharply in January, and peaked in August. The baseline shows a smoother, gradual rise into late summer.
  • Over the period, US Recreation and Travel CTR declined 6.9% from October 2024 to September 2025, while the global baseline rose 20.1%.

United States Recreation and Travel CTR overview

  • Average: 1.98%
  • High: 2.87% in August 2025
  • Low: 1.34% in December 2024
  • Range: 1.53 pp
  • Change from first to last month: 2.16% in October 2024 to 2.01% in September 2025 (-6.9%)
  • Volatility: average absolute month-to-month change of 0.48 pp
  • Notable swings:
  • Largest increases: December → January (+0.95 pp), July → August (+0.78 pp)
  • Largest decreases: August → September (-0.87 pp), January → February (-0.76 pp), October → November (-0.63 pp)
  • Seasonal pattern: material declines in November–December followed by a January rebound; a steady build into summer with a peak in August.

Comparison to the global baseline

  • Average: 1.81% (global) vs 1.98% (US Recreation and Travel) → US industry is above average overall.
  • Highs and lows:
  • Baseline high: 2.12% (September 2025); US industry high is 35.8% higher (2.87% in August).
  • Baseline low: 1.67% (February 2025); US industry low is 19.8% lower (1.34% in December).
  • Trend: baseline drifts upward from Q1 to Q3, ending at 2.12% (+20.1% vs October). The US industry series is choppier, with sharper Q4 dip and a stronger summer spike.
  • Volatility: 0.05 pp average monthly change for the baseline vs 0.48 pp for the US industry.
  • Relative positioning by month: the US industry outperformed the global baseline in 8 of 12 months (October, January, March–August); it was below in November, December, February, and September.

Seasonal context and timing

  • Q4 softness: CTR typically compressed in November–December for the US series, aligning with heavier auction pressure; the baseline also softened modestly in Q4 but far less dramatically.
  • Summer strength: both series improved into Q3; the US Recreation and Travel series showed a pronounced peak in August.

Understanding click-through-rate benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Recreation and Travel and United States 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 Recreation and Travel industry, Facebook ad costs can be influenced by seasonal trends and market competition. For campaigns targeting United States, advertisers often face higher costs due to high competition and purchasing power. 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.

United States Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Jan 20Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Feb 17Presidents' Day
May 26Memorial Day
Jun 19Juneteenth
Jul 4Independence Day
Sep 1Labor Day
Oct 13Columbus Day
Nov 11Veterans Day
Nov 27Thanksgiving Day
Dec 25Christmas Day

Key Shopping Season

Late November (Thanksgiving & Black Friday weekend), December (Christmas), Back-to-school (July–September), Summer travel season (Memorial Day onwards)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC might rise around major holidays like Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day, especially in travel and entertainment. Black Friday/Thanksgiving weekend triggers massive spikes in retail ad competition. December ad demand typically peaks—retail campaigns require significantly higher budgets. Back-to-school promotions drive increased competition. Juneteenth may see regional engagement rise.

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.