Saudi Arabia Online Advertising Market Size & Outlook

The online advertising market in Saudi Arabia is expected to reach a projected revenue of US$ 5,484.8 million by 2030. A compound annual growth rate of 10.7% is expected of Saudi Arabia online advertising market from 2024 to 2030.
Revenue, 2023 (US$M)
$2,700.6
Forecast, 2030 (US$M)
$5,484.8
CAGR, 2024 - 2030
10.7%
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Saudi Arabia online advertising market highlights

  • The Saudi Arabia online advertising market generated a revenue of USD 2,700.6 million in 2023 and is expected to reach USD 5,484.8 million by 2030.
  • The Saudi Arabia market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 10.7% from 2024 to 2030.
  • In terms of segment, display advertising was the largest revenue generating type in 2023.
  • Full-Screen Interstitials is the most lucrative type segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.


Online advertising market data book summary

Market revenue in 2023USD 2,700.6 million
Market revenue in 2030USD 5,484.8 million
Growth rate10.7% (CAGR from 2023 to 2030)
Largest segmentDisplay advertising
Fastest growing segmentFull-Screen Interstitials
Historical data2018 - 2022
Base year2023
Forecast period2024 - 2030
Quantitative unitsRevenue in USD million
Market segmentationNative Advertising, Video Advertising, Display Advertising, Full-Screen Interstitials
Key market players worldwideAlphabet Inc Class A, Meta Platforms Inc Class A, Microsoft Corp, Amazon.com Inc, X (formerly Twitter), Tencent Holdings Ltd, Adobe Inc, AOL, Verizon Communications Inc, Baidu Inc ADR


Other key industry trends

  • In terms of revenue, Saudi Arabia accounted for 1.0% of the global online advertising market in 2023.
  • Country-wise, U.S. is expected to lead the global market in terms of revenue in 2030.
  • In Middle East & Africa, Saudi Arabia online advertising market is projected to lead the regional market in terms of revenue in 2030.
  • UAE is the fastest growing regional market in Middle East & Africa and is projected to reach USD 5,358.7 million by 2030.

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Display advertising was the largest segment with a revenue share of 24.21% in 2023. Horizon Databook has segmented the Saudi Arabia online advertising market based on native advertising, video advertising, display advertising, full-screen interstitials covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2018 to 2030.


The regional market has witnessed remarkable growth, driven by factors such as growing tourism, increasing internet penetration, and smartphone usage. Local advertising is a significant aspect of the KSA market, with businesses leveraging cultural nuances, traditions, and vernacular languages to establish a more meaningful connection with their target audience.

For instance, companies often tailor their online ad campaigns to reflect the rich cultural heritage of Saudi Arabia, resonating with consumers on a deeper level. In addition, the deployment of 5G technology has led to a new era for online advertising in KSA.

The increased speed and connectivity offered by 5G have opened doors for more immersive and engaging ad formats, such as high-quality video content and interactive campaigns, enhancing the overall user experience.

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