Average Order Value Metric
Author:
Movyn John
Changed on:
16 Sept 2025
Key Points
- Average value per order for the selected time period.
Prerequisites
Steps
What it measures
Average value per order for the selected time period.

When to use this metric
- Assess pricing strategy effectiveness
- Monitor customer spending behavior changes
- Evaluate the impact of promotions on order value
- Set targets for upselling and cross-selling initiatives
How to interpret
- Good performance: Steady increases or meeting AOV targets
- Potential issues: Declining AOV may indicate price sensitivity or competitive pressure
- Benchmark guidance: Compare to historical trends and industry benchmarks for your category
Key considerations
- Currency differences may affect multi-region comparisons
- Seasonal variations are normal for many retail categories
- Promotions and discounts will temporarily reduce AOV
Technical details
Formula:
SUM(order.totalPrice) / COUNT(orders) for orders where status = {COMPLETE_STATUS} within the selected time period
Configurable elements:
- COMPLETE_STATUS: Status definitions for complete orders (default: COMPLETE)