Airbnb Income Estimator
Example: Average nightly rate: 180 $ · Occupancy rate: 65 % · Average nights per stay: 3 nights · Cleaning fee per stay: 90 $ · Management fee: 20 % · Monthly operating expenses: 600 $
| Annual gross revenue | $49,823 |
| Annual net income | $32,658 |
| Average monthly net | $2,722 |
Worked example
At $180 a night and 65% occupancy, the place is booked about 237 nights a year, earning roughly $42,700 in room revenue. With three-night average stays, that is about 79 turnovers, adding around $7,100 in cleaning fees for gross revenue near $49,800. Take out a 20% management fee (about $10,000) and $600 a month of expenses ($7,200), and net income lands around $32,600 — roughly $2,700 a month, well below the gross the nightly rate implied.
Frequently asked questions
What occupancy rate should I assume?
It varies widely by market and season, but many stable short-term rentals run 50 to 70% annual occupancy. Look up comparable listings in your area on the platforms or a market-data service, and model a conservative number so you are not surprised in the slow season.
What expenses am I forgetting?
Beyond cleaning and management, budget for utilities, internet, supplies, insurance, platform service fees, repairs, furnishings depreciation, and local occupancy taxes. Put a realistic monthly figure into the expenses field so the net income is honest.
Do I need to check local rules first?
Absolutely. Many cities restrict or license short-term rentals, cap the number of nights, or ban them in certain zones, and HOAs may prohibit them outright. Confirm the rules before counting on this income — an illegal listing can be shut down and fined.
Is short-term renting worth the extra work?
It can gross more than a long-term lease but demands far more active management, higher turnover costs, and regulatory risk. Compare the net income here against what the same property would earn as a traditional rental before committing.