Meta Ads Benchmarks 2026CPC, CPM, CTR, CPA & ROAS by Industry (2026 Data)
Last updated: June 2026
The 2026 average Meta ads CTR is 1.05%, CPM is $13.05, CPC is ~$1.40, and ROAS is 3.28x across 10 industries. Pet Products lead on CTR (1.50%) and ROAS (4.8x); SaaS has the highest CPM ($18) and CPC ($3.00). Average creative lifespan before fatigue: 8.4 days.
Performance benchmarks for Meta & Facebook advertising across 10 industries. Use these numbers to evaluate whether your campaigns are above or below average — and identify where creative optimization can improve results.
| Industry | Avg CPC | Avg CTR | Avg CPM | Avg CPA | Avg ROAS | Creative Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fashion & Apparel | $1.04 | 1.20% | $12.50 | $35 | 3.5x | 8 days |
| Beauty & Cosmetics | $1.00 | 1.40% | $14.00 | $28 | 4.2x | 7 days |
| Home & Decor | $1.11 | 0.90% | $10.00 | $45 | 2.8x | 10 days |
| Electronics | $1.44 | 0.80% | $11.50 | $55 | 2.2x | 9 days |
| Fitness & Supplements | $1.00 | 1.30% | $13.00 | $32 | 3.8x | 7 days |
| Food & Beverage | $0.86 | 1.10% | $9.50 | $22 | 4.5x | 11 days |
| Jewelry & Accessories | $2.14 | 0.70% | $15.00 | $65 | 3.0x | 6 days |
| Pet Products | $0.73 | 1.50% | $11.00 | $25 | 4.8x | 9 days |
| SaaS & Software | $3.00 | 0.60% | $18.00 | $85 | 2.0x | 12 days |
| Mobile Apps | $1.60 | 1.00% | $16.00 | $12 | 1.8x | 5 days |
Want a category breakdown? See the Beauty & Cosmetics benchmarks deep-dive — CPA, ROAS and CTR for skincare, makeup, fragrance, haircare and supplements.
Running B2B? See the full SaaS Facebook ads benchmarks & playbook — why SaaS has the highest CPM ($18) and CPC ($3.00), how to read raw CPL vs. qualified-lead cost, and the campaign structure that turns Meta ads for SaaS into qualified pipeline.
Key Findings
- 1.Pet products have the highest CTR (1.50%) — emotional content featuring pets consistently outperforms other categories in stopping the scroll.
- 2.Food & beverage delivers the best ROAS (4.5x) with the lowest CPA ($22) — low price points and impulse-buy behavior drive efficient conversions.
- 3.SaaS has the longest creative lifespan (12 days) due to narrower audiences and lower ad frequency — but also the highest CPMs ($18).
- 4.Mobile apps suffer the fastest fatigue (5 days) — the highest creative volume is needed in this category to maintain performance.
- 5.Average creative lifespan across all industries: 8.4 days. After this point, most ads experience measurable fatigue signals.
Creative Fatigue Benchmarks
7-14 days
Average time to fatigue onset
20-40%
CPM increase when fatigued
15-30%
CTR drop from fatigue
Creative fatigue is the #1 preventable cause of Meta ads performance decline. Teams that proactively refresh creatives before fatigue sets in maintain 2-3x better ROAS consistency.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a good CTR for Meta ads in 2026?
The 2026 median CTR for Meta ads is 1.05% across 10 industries. Pet products lead at 1.50% CTR, followed by Beauty & Cosmetics (1.40%) and Fitness (1.30%). SaaS sits lowest at 0.60% due to narrower B2B audiences. A “good” CTR is anything 20% above your industry median.
What is the average CPC for Meta ads in 2026?
The 2026 average CPC across Meta ads is approximately $1.40, ranging from $0.73 (Pet Products) to $3.00 (SaaS). Food & Beverage and Beauty have the lowest CPCs (under $1.10) thanks to high CTR and broad audiences.
What is a good ROAS for Meta ads in 2026?
A solid 2026 Meta ads ROAS is 3.0x or higher. Pet Products lead at 4.8x, Food & Beverage at 4.5x, and Beauty & Cosmetics at 4.2x. SaaS sits at 2.0x because revenue is realized over the LTV horizon, not the first purchase.
Are Meta CPMs higher in 2026?
Yes — 2026 Meta CPMs are 8-15% higher than 2024 across most industries, driven by Andromeda’s premium-creative bidding and lower organic reach. SaaS leads at $18 CPM, while Food & Beverage remains the cheapest at $9.50 CPM.
How long do Meta ad creatives last before fatigue in 2026?
The 2026 average Meta ad creative lifespan is 8.4 days. Mobile apps fatigue fastest (5 days), while SaaS creatives last longest (12 days). After fatigue onset, expect a 20-40% CPM increase and 15-30% CTR drop — refresh creatives weekly to maintain ROAS.
Which industry has the highest Meta ads ROAS?
Pet Products lead with 4.8x ROAS in 2026, followed by Food & Beverage (4.5x) and Beauty & Cosmetics (4.2x). Low-AOV, impulse-buy verticals consistently outperform high-consideration categories on Meta.
Methodology
These benchmarks are compiled from aggregated Meta advertising performance data across multiple accounts and industries. Numbers represent median performance for accounts spending $5,000-50,000/month on Meta ads. Individual results vary based on creative quality, offer strength, landing page experience, and market conditions.
CPC values are derived from CPM ÷ (CTR × 1000). Creative lifespan reflects the median number of days before a 15%+ CTR drop or 20%+ CPM rise (the fatigue threshold defined in our internal monitoring). Data window: Q1-Q2 2026.
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