Airbnb Calculator
Estimate Airbnb income and profit for any short-term rental. Enter your nightly rate, occupancy, and costs to see monthly revenue, profit, and the occupancy you need to break even.
Airbnb Profit Analysis
Short-term rental revenue, expenses, and break-even occupancy
Listing Details
Many US markets average 50–65%
~3% split-fee, ~15% host-only
0% if self-managed, 20–30% if managed
Include property tax & insurance
$6,251 per year. You break even at 50% occupancy.
Calculations are modeled using documented standard financial formulas. Projections and debt ratios are analytical scenarios for underwriting evaluation, not guarantees or binding credit approvals.
Published by ScoutHavens. Data benchmarks calibrated against U.S. Census Bureau ACS, Bureau of Labor Statistics, and Freddie Mac PMMS historical releases.
Airbnb income formula
Nights booked per month ≈ 30.4 × occupancy rate
Costs first-time hosts underestimate
- Cleaning per turnover — shorter average stays mean more turnovers and higher cleaning costs.
- Utilities and internet — you pay them, not the guest.
- Supplies and restocking — linens, toiletries, coffee, and replacements.
- Furnishing — a one-time cost not shown in monthly profit; spread it over your first year.
- Local taxes and permits — many US cities require STR permits and collect occupancy taxes.
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Airbnb Calculator — Common Questions
How do I calculate Airbnb income?
Monthly Airbnb income = (nights booked × nightly rate) + (number of stays × cleaning fee). Nights booked = about 30.4 × your occupancy rate. Subtract Airbnb's host fee, cleaning costs per turnover, management fees, and fixed costs like your mortgage and utilities to get profit.
What is a good occupancy rate for Airbnb?
Many US short-term rental markets average roughly 50–65% occupancy, varying heavily by season and location. Well-reviewed listings in strong markets can run higher. Use a conservative number when analyzing a purchase.
How much does Airbnb take from hosts?
Under the common split-fee structure, hosts pay about 3% and guests pay a separate service fee. With host-only fees (common for professional hosts and required in some cases), the host pays around 14–16%. Check your listing settings for your exact rate.
What is break-even occupancy?
Break-even occupancy is the occupancy rate at which your revenue exactly covers all expenses. If your market's typical occupancy is well above your break-even, the listing has a safety margin.
Is Airbnb more profitable than a long-term rental?
Short-term rentals often earn more gross revenue but come with higher costs (cleaning, furnishing, utilities, supplies, platform fees) and more work or management expense. Compare both using this calculator and our rental property calculator — and check local short-term rental regulations first.
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