How much revenue is your Airbnb leaving on the table?
For hosts with a live listing. Compare your property against similar short-term rentals nearby, and see where your revenue is actually going.
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Estimated annual revenue potential
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| Listing | Nightly rate | Occupancy | Annual revenue |
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Data source: AirROI · trailing 12 months
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What this Airbnb revenue calculator tells you
The StayCierge Airbnb revenue calculator compares your live listing with similar short-term rentals near you — same area, similar bedrooms, bathrooms and guest count — and shows what those listings earn over 12 months. The gap between their revenue and yours is the money your listing is likely leaving on the table.
It is free, quick, and works for Airbnb, VRBO and Booking.com listings in the US, Canada and the UK. You don't need to sign up to see your number.
How it works
- Enter your property. Add the address (or just the neighbourhood and city), bedrooms, bathrooms and how many guests it sleeps.
- Add what you earn today. Your current monthly revenue, and your average nightly rate if you know it.
- See the comparison. We pull comparable listings nearby and look at 12 months of their nightly rates, occupancy and revenue. You see your estimated annual revenue potential and the listings behind it.
How Airbnb revenue is calculated
Every short-term rental's income comes down to two numbers: what you charge per night, and how many nights you fill.
Annual revenue = Average nightly rate × Occupancy rate × 365
Example: a 2-bedroom averaging $150 a night at 65% occupancy earns about $150 × 0.65 × 365 = $35,588 a year. Raise occupancy to 72% at the same rate and it becomes about $39,420 — about $3,800 more with no change in price.
That's why the calculator looks at both numbers for the listings around you. A host can be priced right and still lose money on empty nights, or be fully booked and still be underpriced.
The key metrics, in plain English
| Metric | What it means |
|---|---|
| ADR (average daily rate) | The average price you get per booked night. |
| Occupancy rate | The share of available nights that are actually booked. |
| RevPAR (revenue per available night) | ADR × occupancy. The best single number for comparing your listing with the competition, because it accounts for both price and bookings. |
| Comparable listings ("comps") | Nearby rentals with a similar size and guest count that a guest would book instead of yours. |
Why most Airbnbs earn less than their market
When a listing comes in below its comps, it's usually one of these reasons — and most of them are fixable without spending money on the property.
1. Prices that don't move
Charging the same rate on a quiet Tuesday and a holiday weekend leaves money on both nights. Rates should change with seasons, local events, day of the week and how far out the booking is.
2. Empty gap nights
One- and two-night gaps between bookings often go unsold because of minimum-stay rules. Adjusting minimum nights close to the date can fill them.
3. A listing that doesn't convert
Weak cover photos, a generic title or a thin description mean guests see your listing but book someone else's.
4. Reviews and response time
Slow replies and a few 4-star reviews push you down in Airbnb search. Fewer people see you, so you rely on discounts to fill the calendar.
5. Being on one platform only
Listing on VRBO and Booking.com as well as Airbnb reaches guests who never search Airbnb, especially for longer and family stays.
What to do with your number
If your revenue is close to your comps, you're doing well — keep pricing dynamically and watch your reviews. If there's a real gap, the fastest wins usually come from pricing and calendar strategy, then listing improvements.
That's what StayCierge does. We're a virtual short-term rental management company: our team handles revenue management and dynamic pricing, guest communication, review management and cleaning and turnover coordination for hosts across Airbnb, VRBO and Booking.com. If you want help with day-to-day operations only, our Airbnb virtual assistants can take that off your plate too.
Find out what your Airbnb could earn
Run the free calculator, then get a free revenue audit. We'll review your pricing, calendar and listing against the properties competing with yours, and send you a clear list of what to fix.
Run the free calculatorFrequently asked questions
How much can I make on Airbnb?
It depends on your location, property size and how well the listing is priced and managed. The quickest way to get a realistic answer is to look at what similar listings near you earn over a full year — which is exactly what this calculator does.
How is Airbnb revenue calculated?
Annual revenue = average nightly rate × occupancy rate × 365. For example, $150 a night at 65% occupancy is about $35,600 a year. Cleaning fees are usually tracked separately because they cover a cost rather than adding profit.
Is the StayCierge Airbnb revenue calculator free?
Yes. It's free to use and you don't need to create an account to see your estimate.
Where does the data come from?
We compare your property with similar short-term rentals nearby and look at 12 months of their nightly rates, occupancy and revenue. You can see the comparable listings behind your number in the results.
Does it work for VRBO and Booking.com listings?
Yes. The comparison is based on your property and your market, so it's useful whichever platforms you list on.
Which countries does it cover?
The calculator is built for hosts in the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom.
Will you publish my address?
No. Your address is only used to find comparable listings around you. We never publish it.
What is a good occupancy rate for an Airbnb?
There's no single number — it depends on your market and season. A better test is whether your occupancy and revenue per available night (RevPAR) are in line with comparable listings near you. If they're lower, there's room to improve.
How do I increase my Airbnb revenue?
Use dynamic pricing, fill gap nights by adjusting minimum stays, improve your photos and listing copy, respond to guests quickly, protect your reviews, and list on more than one platform. A revenue manager can handle all of this for you.
Written by the StayCierge revenue management team. Last updated October 2026.