Click Fraud Industry Benchmarks
Compare industry-level click fraud exposure, CPC pressure, and estimated wasted spend using interactive benchmark visuals.
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Average fraud rate: 17.8%
Average CPC: $10.07
Combined wasted spend estimate: $49,720
Fraud Rate by Industry
Estimated Wasted Spend
CPC vs Fraud Exposure Map
Bubble size represents estimated wasted spend in thousands.
Industry Benchmark Table
| Industry | Estimated Fraud Rate | Average CPC | Estimated Wasted Spend | Risk Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SaaS | 14.2% | $6.10 | $5,680 | Moderate |
| Legal | 24.8% | $18.60 | $9,920 | Critical |
| Ecommerce | 12.6% | $2.90 | $5,040 | Moderate |
| Finance | 21.4% | $14.10 | $8,560 | High |
| Insurance | 22.1% | $15.30 | $8,840 | High |
| Healthcare | 11.3% | $4.70 | $4,520 | Moderate |
| Real Estate | 17.9% | $8.80 | $7,160 | High |
Educational Context
Industry benchmarks help teams quickly estimate exposure and prioritize where to deploy stricter traffic quality controls first.
High-CPC verticals often see higher fraud pressure because each invalid click has greater monetary value.
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Authoritative Benchmark Insights
Use industry benchmark comparisons to set realistic fraud risk expectations and communicate strategy priorities with stakeholders.
Combine these benchmarks with campaign-specific audits to turn market-level risk visibility into measurable performance improvements.
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Click Fraud Industry Benchmarks FAQ
How should we use these benchmark fraud rates?+
Treat them as directional baselines for planning and risk prioritization, then validate against your own campaign and channel data.
Why is legal or finance usually higher risk?+
High CPC, intense keyword competition, and large deal values create stronger incentives for invalid click behavior.
Can agencies use this in client strategy calls?+
Yes. It is designed for agency teams to compare verticals and frame optimization discussions with benchmark context.
Is the estimated wasted spend a guaranteed loss?+
No. It is an estimate based on selected monthly spend and benchmark fraud rate assumptions.