Airbnb Profit Estimator
Estimate your Airbnb rental profit.
Airbnb Profit Estimator
Estimate monthly short-term rental profit
Formula
Profit = Revenue - Platform Fees - ExpensesHow to Use
- 1Enter nightly rate — Input your expected average nightly rate from comparable listings.
- 2Set occupancy rate — Estimate your occupancy — 65-75% is typical for established listings.
- 3Enter monthly expenses — Include mortgage, utilities, cleaning, insurance, and platform fees.
- 4View profit analysis — See monthly/annual net profit, breakeven occupancy, and profit margins.
Frequently Asked Questions
What occupancy rate should I expect on Airbnb?
New listings average 40-55%. Established listings with good reviews reach 65-80%. Top listings in hot markets can exceed 85%.
What are the biggest Airbnb expenses?
Mortgage/rent (40-50% of revenue), cleaning fees, Airbnb service fee (3%), supplies, insurance, utilities, and property management (20-25% if hired).
Is Airbnb more profitable than long-term rental?
Airbnb can generate 2-3× long-term rental income but has higher expenses, more work, vacancy risk, and regulatory challenges.
What is the Airbnb host service fee?
Airbnb charges hosts a 3% service fee on each booking (split-fee model). Some hosts use the host-only fee model at 14-16%.