95 Ocean Drive Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.61 - Revenue
- A$124,669
- Occupancy
- 46.7%
- Daily rate
- A$770
Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
The average Airbnb in Evans Head brought in A$38,459 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 18% less than the New South Wales average of A$46,850.
The short answer
Rates and bookings both trail the New South Wales average. Listings averaged A$389 a night and were booked on 35% of available nights, against A$445 and 41% for the New South Wales average.
December, usually the best month, brings in about 71% more per listing than June, usually the slowest.
With 88 active listings, Evans Head is the 88th-largest of 305 New South Wales markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue fell 22% while the number of active listings grew 66%.
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Gross bookings per Evans Head listing averaged A$38,459 over the 12 months to September 2026 (New South Wales average: A$46,850), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Evans Head listing brings in A$6,680 in December, its best month, and A$3,910 in June, its slowest. August runs within 1% of June, so either can be the slowest in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 31% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
In a typical month, a top-quarter listing earns at least four times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
These are monthly figures for listings active in each month. The annual average above also counts listings that operated for only part of the year, so it runs below twelve times these figures.
December earns about 1.7 times what June does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$4,940. Each point is one month as recorded, averaged over the listings active in it. The best and slowest months in the text average each calendar month over the past two years, so they can differ from the highest and lowest points here.
Latest 12 months in the September 2026 data. September's figures are still coming in, so the rows run to August.
January 2026 led on revenue and bookings; nightly rates peaked in March 2026. Across the past two years, December is usually the strongest month.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | A$4,244 | 34.9% | A$388 | A$141 | 65 days | 4.4 nights |
| Oct 2025 | A$4,987 | 41.9% | A$389 | A$161 | 94 days | 4.1 nights |
| Nov 2025 | A$4,704 | 38.0% | A$394 | A$157 | 81 days | 4.3 nights |
| Dec 2025 | A$5,574 | 47.4% | A$375 | A$180 | 131 days | 6 nights |
| Jan 2026 | A$6,014 | 47.4% | A$396 | A$194 | 107 days | 5.6 nights |
| Feb 2026 | A$4,300 | 35.3% | A$396 | A$154 | 65 days | 4.4 nights |
| Mar 2026 | A$4,184 | 27.8% | A$411 | A$135 | 60 days | 4.3 nights |
| Apr 2026 | A$4,460 | 33.8% | A$402 | A$149 | 93 days | 5.6 nights |
| May 2026 | A$4,477 | 34.3% | A$395 | A$144 | 51 days | 4.5 nights |
| Jun 2026 | A$4,494 | 35.2% | A$390 | A$150 | 63 days | 5.8 nights |
| Jul 2026 | A$4,705 | 40.5% | A$367 | A$152 | 115 days | 6 nights |
| Aug 2026 | A$3,801 | 30.2% | A$399 | A$123 | 43 days | 3.7 nights |
Averages per active listing in each month. Highlighted: the highest-revenue month of the 12. RevPAR is the month's revenue spread over its nights, booked or not. Booking lead time is the days between booking and check-in, and length of stay the nights per booking, for stays in that month.
For a figure on one home rather than the whole Evans Head market, enter its address and size in the free Airbnb calculator, which compares it with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Yes, when it's run well. The average Evans Head Airbnb took in A$38,459 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about A$1,770 a month of that is left after running costs, so a home that costs less than that to own or rent makes money. A listing in the top quarter leaves about A$3,550 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the A$7,480 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about A$2,390 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about A$1,510 a month.
These amounts come before housing costs. Where the mortgage or rent is less each month, the difference is profit; a home owned outright keeps it all after property tax, home insurance and any building or condo fees.
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | A$30,979 | A$61,490 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay19% of Evans Head bookings | A$7,480 | A$14,850 |
| Gross bookings | A$38,459 | A$76,340 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 14%: 15.5% for the 88% of Evans Head listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −A$5,360 | −A$10,640 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; A$0 if you clean yourself | −A$7,480 | −A$14,850 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −A$1,920 | −A$3,820 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −A$770 | −A$1,530 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −A$1,150 | −A$2,290 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −A$380 | −A$380 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −A$190 | −A$190 |
| ManagementA$0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings | A$0 | A$0 |
| Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free | A$0 | A$0 |
| Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on | A$0 | A$0 |
| Total running costsAbout 25% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −A$17,250 | −A$33,700 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | A$21,209about A$1,770 a month | A$42,640about A$3,550 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
The estimate starts from Evans Head's average listing, run by its owner. Change how the listing performs, who runs it and who cleans to see what is left for the mortgage or rent.
To work out the profit on one Evans Head home, with its price, its mortgage or rent and your own costs, use the Airbnb profit calculator. It starts from the comparable listings around the address.
What a listing keeps comes down to the figures this page measures: nightly rate, nights booked and the months it's open. A listing at the top-quarter mark takes in about A$6,360 a month, against A$3,200 for the average one.
Occupancy
Evans Head listings were booked on 35% of the nights they were open over the past year, 6 percentage points below the New South Wales average (41%) and 8 points below the Australia average (43%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 50% in December and falls to 29% in August.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 4.2 times as often as the bottom quarter.
December is usually the busiest month in Evans Head, August the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The 12-month rate of 35% averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Nightly rates
The average nightly rate in Evans Head, known as ADR (average daily rate), was A$389 over the past year, about 13% below the New South Wales average of A$445 and about the same as the Australia average (A$385). In a typical year, rates peak in November and December at about A$430 and bottom out in July at about A$365.
The top 10% charge about 2.9 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
November rates run 17% above July's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$402.
RevPAR, or revenue per available night, divides a listing's income by every night it was open to book, so it rises with both price and bookings. In Evans Head it averaged A$141 over the past year, from about A$127 in a typical August to about A$215 in a typical December.
Per open night, by tier:
December RevPAR is about 1.7 times August's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$162. The 12-month RevPAR of A$141 averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Seasonality
Evans Head has one high season, October through January, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest from May to August, with a midsummer dip in February as well.
Average revenue by month in Evans Head
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, A$4,940.
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | High season | A$5,650 |
| February | Low season | A$4,470 |
| March | Shoulder season | A$4,860 |
| April | Shoulder season | A$4,980 |
| May | Low season | A$4,250 |
| June | Low season | A$3,910 |
| July | Low season | A$4,440 |
| August | Low season | A$3,940 |
| September | Shoulder season | A$4,610 |
| October | High season | A$5,500 |
| November | High season | A$5,940 |
| December | High season | A$6,680 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonOctober–January | A$5,940 | 45% | A$418 |
| Shoulder seasonMarch–April, September | A$4,820 | 37% | A$402 |
| Low seasonFebruary, May–August | A$4,200 | 34% | A$389 |
Guests book Evans Head stays 82 days ahead on average (about two and a half months), so guests here plan well ahead. December stays are booked furthest out, about 124 days ahead, and March stays closest to arrival, about 46 days. A typical December booking is made in mid-August.
December stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
The 12-month figure of 82 days averages each listing's year as a whole; each month here averages only the listings with stays in it.
Permits
99% of the 88 active listings in Evans Head display a registration, permit or license number. The share shows what hosts display, not what local rules allow: it can't show whether new permits are still issued, or whether limits on nights, zones or property types apply.
Registration, permit, zoning and tourist-tax rules vary by address and change often, so confirm them with the local authority before buying or listing in Evans Head.
Neighborhoods
AirROI's area guide picks eight Evans Head neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Main Beach, Chinamans Beach and Shark Bay. The picks reflect guest appeal, not earnings data or permit eligibility, so check local permit rules for a specific address before buying.
| Area | Who it suits | Landmarks nearby |
|---|---|---|
| Main Beach | Beautiful surfing spot with golden sands and a relaxed vibe. Ideal for families and surfers looking for direct beach access, making it a prime location for Airbnb hosting. | Main Beach, Shark Bay, Evans Head Fishing Co-op, Skimmers Park, Evans Head Memorial Aerodrome |
| Chinamans Beach | A secluded beach area that is perfect for tranquility seekers. Its peaceful setting attracts visitors looking for a quieter getaway, making it a great choice for vacation rentals. | Chinamans Beach, Bicentennial Coastal Walk, Bird Wildlife Reserve, Fishing from the beach, Picnic areas |
| Shark Bay | Known for its stunning natural beauty and whale watching opportunities. Offers unique outdoor experiences that attract eco-tourists and nature lovers. | Shark Bay, Whale Watching, Kayaking, Nature walks, Fishing |
| Evans Head Golf Club | A prime location for golf enthusiasts looking for a holiday or weekend getaway, with stunning views and great facilities. | Evans Head Golf Club, Golf course views, Clubhouse dining, Local wildlife |
| Evans Head Memorial Aerodrome | Historic site that appeals to aviation enthusiasts and history buffs, making it a unique spot for educational and recreational stays. | Aviation history, Airshows, Community events |
| Goanna Headland | Popular for hiking and stunning coastal views, attracting adventure seekers and nature lovers. | Goanna Headland walking trails, Scenic lookouts, Wildlife sightings, Photography opportunities |
| Evans River | Offering water sports and fishing opportunities, this area is perfect for adventure seekers and those looking to relax by the water. | Evans River Estuary, Fishing spots, Kayaking, Picnic areas, Water sports access |
| Dolphin Cove | Great location for families and couples looking for a romantic escape with beautiful scenery and access to nature. | Dolphin sightings, Secluded beaches, Walking trails, Picnic spots |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Every Airbnb in Evans Head is an entire home: all 88 listings rent the whole place. Houses are the most common property type at 64%, about twice the share of apartments and condos (32%).
Every listing rents the whole place
Evans Head Airbnb listings by room type
Listings by property type
Evans Head Airbnb listings by property type
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 63.6% | 56 |
| Apartment/Condo | 31.8% | 28 |
| Others | 3.4% | 3 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 1.1% | 1 |
Most Evans Head homes are built for groups: 74% of entire homes have three or more bedrooms, and three-bedroom homes are the most common size (49%).
Evans Head entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 4.8% | 4 |
| 2 bedrooms | 21.4% | 18 |
| 3 bedrooms | 48.8% | 41 |
| 4 bedrooms | 17.9% | 15 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 7.1% | 6 |
A typical two-bedroom home in Evans Head earned A$16,200 over the past year, against A$53,600 for a four-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 bedrooms | 18 | A$16,200 | A$27,800 | A$295 | 33% |
| 3 bedrooms | 41 | A$24,000 | A$38,000 | A$378 | 34% |
| 4 bedrooms | 15 | A$53,600 | A$59,200 | A$548 | 41% |
Evans Head is a group-trip market: 36% of listings sleep eight or more guests, more than the share of the next most common size, six guests (35%).
Evans Head listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 1.1% | 1 |
| 3 guests | 1.1% | 1 |
| 4 guests | 17.0% | 15 |
| 5 guests | 3.4% | 3 |
| 6 guests | 35.2% | 31 |
| 7 guests | 5.7% | 5 |
| 8+ guests | 36.4% | 32 |
Evans Head hosts set up an average of 4.3 beds per listing. Only 23% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
Washers are close to standard in Evans Head: 95% of listings have one, and 81% have a barbecue grill.
Share of Evans Head listings with each common amenity
Guests
Evans Head draws mostly domestic guests: 93% of those who left reviews live in Australia. No single city dominates: Brisbane is the largest source, at about 7% of reviews. Of the 7% from abroad, the largest groups come from the United States and New Zealand.
93% of Evans Head guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
Where Evans Head guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Brisbane | 7.4% |
| Gold Coast | 4.2% |
| Sydney | 2.1% |
Where Evans Head guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Australia | 92.5% |
| United States | 1.7% |
| New Zealand | 1.0% |
| United Kingdom | 1.0% |
| Germany | 0.7% |
Languages spoken by Evans Head guests
Share of guests who left reviews
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 81.7% |
| Spanish | 4.9% |
| German | 3.7% |
| French | 2.4% |
| Italian | 2.4% |
Evans Head Airbnbs average 4.77 stars, and 24% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on cleanliness: it scores 4.69, against 4.87 for location and check-in.
Location and check-in score highest in Evans Head; cleanliness is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.78 |
| Cleanliness | 4.69 |
| Communication | 4.85 |
| Location | 4.87 |
| Check-in | 4.87 |
| Value | 4.70 |
Booking patterns
86% of Evans Head listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 14% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 44% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Evans Head listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 61.4% | 54 |
| 181-270 days | 25.0% | 22 |
| 91-180 days | 12.5% | 11 |
| 31-90 days | 1.1% | 1 |
Days a year Evans Head listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 1.1% | 1 |
| 181-270 days | 12.5% | 11 |
| 91-180 days | 29.5% | 26 |
| 31-90 days | 44.3% | 39 |
| 1-30 days | 12.5% | 11 |
The average Evans Head booking lasts 5 nights, longest in December and shortest in August. Listings took about 17 bookings each over the year, some 1,530 in all. More than six in ten listings that give a check-in time set it at 1 p.m., with check-out usually at 9 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Evans Head
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Two-year average by calendar month.
Only 23% of listings in Evans Head accept stays of one or two nights; the most common minimum is three nights.
Minimum stay set by Evans Head listings
Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Evans Head, used by 52% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: 84% of listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 16% on Flexible or Moderate.
Cancellation policies of Evans Head listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
Nearly nine in ten Evans Head listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is A$362, and some higher fees lift the average to A$501. Spread over the average stay of 5 nights, that adds roughly A$70 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 19% of gross revenue.
Top earners
The top-grossing Airbnb in Evans Head, a four-bedroom home, took in A$125,000 over the past year, about 3.2 times the city's average of A$38,500.
95 Ocean Drive Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.61
Paperbark Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.92
The Lookout Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.81
Sundowner House Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.86
Summervilla @ Evans Head Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Deco Beach Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.65 Professional management companies run 53% of Evans Head listings. Six in ten listings are run by Superhosts, so a strong review record is the norm here rather than an edge. Seven in ten listings accept Instant Book, so most stays are confirmed without the host's approval. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 88% of listings.
Nearby markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 49 km, Bangalow (49 km away, 95 listings) earned the most per listing, about 48% more than Evans Head. Lismore City Council was the busiest, booked on 46% of nights against 35% in Evans Head.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ballina 30 km | 51 | A$30,496 | A$339 | 41% |
| Iluka 33 km | 98 | A$23,717 | A$263 | 35% |
| Ballina Shire Council 34 km | 126 | A$48,041 | A$461 | 44% |
| Skennars Head 36 km | 30 | A$40,533 | A$484 | 41% |
| Yamba 37 km | 456 | A$44,447 | A$480 | 35% |
| Lennox Head 38 km | 257 | A$47,382 | A$496 | 41% |
| Lismore City Council 45 km | 68 | A$41,798 | A$294 | 46% |
| Bangalow 49 km | 95 | A$56,972 | A$641 | 38% |
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FAQ
An active Evans Head Airbnb grossed A$38,459 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 88 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in A$6,680 or more in a typical month.
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Evans Head listings earn between A$1,640 and A$6,680 in a typical month, and the top tenth A$10,400 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb income calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Listings in Evans Head were booked on 35% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 41% for the New South Wales average. December is usually the busiest month.
The average booked night in Evans Head cost A$389 before fees. Half of listings charge between A$230 and A$515, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
In Evans Head, 99% of active listings display a registration, permit or license number. The share shows what hosts display, not what the rules allow, so confirm registration, permit and tourist-tax rules with the local authority before buying.
Yes, when it's run well. The average Evans Head Airbnb grossed A$38,459 in the 12 months to September 2026, 18% below the New South Wales average of A$46,850. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, A$21,209 a year (about A$1,770 a month) is left before the mortgage or rent. A home that costs less than that to own or rent makes a profit, and a listing at the top-quarter mark leaves about A$3,550 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.
December usually pays best, averaging A$6,680 per active listing over the past two years, and June usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
Each night a Evans Head listing was open to book earned A$141 on average over the past year, booked or not. That figure, revenue per available night (RevPAR), folds price and occupancy into one number; the top 10% of listings made A$275 or more.
Evans Head stays were booked 82 days (about two and a half months) before arrival on average over the past year, so a listing that opens its calendar late misses many bookings.
The average Evans Head Airbnb stay lasted 5 nights over the past year. A listing took 17 reservations over the year on average.
Guests rate Evans Head Airbnbs 4.77 out of 5 on average. Guests score location highest and cleanliness lowest.
Main Beach, Chinamans Beach and Shark Bay draw the most short-term rental interest in Evans Head. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
AirROI counted 88 active Airbnb listings in Evans Head as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Ballina, 30 km away.
In Evans Head, nearly nine in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is A$362, and some higher fees lift the average to A$501.
Method
Figures on this page cover 88 active Airbnb listings in Evans Head from October 2025 to September 2026 (trailing twelve months). AirROI refreshes them monthly from listing-level booking and calendar data covering 20+ million properties worldwide. AirROI measures bookings in US dollars; this page shows them in Australian dollars at A$1.44 per US$, the typical rate from October 2025 to September 2026. Annual revenue averages every listing active during the period, including those listed for only part of it; monthly figures average the listings active in each month; the tier lists show the spread. Neighborhood descriptions are AI-assisted. See the methodology for definitions.
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