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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026

Kiama, NSW Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends

Source: AirROI Reviewed by , Founder @ AirROI Updated

Active Airbnb listings
223
Avg. booking lead time
57 days
Listings showing a permit
100%
Peak revenue month
January
Lowest revenue month
June

The short answer

Kiama Airbnb Market at a Glance

Rates in Kiama run ahead of the New South Wales average, with bookings close to it. Listings averaged A$548 a night and were booked on 39% of available nights, against A$445 and 41% for the New South Wales average.

Timing matters: in January, usually the best month, the average listing earns about twice as much as in June, usually the slowest.

With 223 active listings, Kiama is the 31st-largest of 305 New South Wales markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 11% while the number of active listings grew 9%.

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Revenue

How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Kiama?

Gross bookings per Kiama listing averaged A$56,509 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 Kiama listing brings in A$8,850 in January, its best month, and A$4,260 in June, its slowest. Both ends are close calls: January leads December by 3%, and June sits just 4% below May, so either pair can swap places in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 34% 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 2.9 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn A$12,800+ a month, about 2.7 times the typical property.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn A$7,930 or more, roughly A$3,100 a month above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about A$4,800 a month.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn A$2,640 or less, about 55% of the median.

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.

January earns about twice 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$5,880. 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.

Kiama Airbnb Data by Month

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 December 2025.

Average monthly Airbnb revenue, occupancy, nightly rate, RevPAR, booking lead time and length of stay per active listing in Kiama, Sep 2025 to Aug 2026
Month Avg. Revenue Occupancy Avg. Nightly Rate RevPAR Booking Lead Time Avg. Length of Stay
Sep 2025A$5,66838.2%A$538A$18954 days3.7 nights
Oct 2025A$6,98644.8%A$547A$22570 days3.2 nights
Nov 2025A$5,50938.2%A$545A$18481 days3.7 nights
Dec 2025A$8,80949.9%A$578A$28482 days4.6 nights
Jan 2026A$8,88951.5%A$577A$28771 days3.7 nights
Feb 2026A$6,04743.8%A$540A$21653 days3.8 nights
Mar 2026A$6,03439.0%A$543A$19560 days3.1 nights
Apr 2026A$6,34940.2%A$551A$21246 days3.2 nights
May 2026A$4,81832.1%A$543A$15551 days3.9 nights
Jun 2026A$4,62130.5%A$546A$15434 days3.2 nights
Jul 2026A$5,75336.0%A$559A$18645 days4.1 nights
Aug 2026A$4,91532.4%A$543A$15942 days2.9 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.

The typical Kiama listing earns about A$4,800 a month, but one property can land well above or below that. The Airbnb revenue calculator gives a range for a specific address, built from the comparable listings around it.

Profit

Is an Airbnb in Kiama Profitable?

Yes, when it's run well. The average Kiama Airbnb took in A$56,509 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about A$2,910 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$4,840 a month.

Cleaning it yourself keeps the A$7,230 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about A$3,510 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about A$2,490 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.

Kiama Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year

A year of income, running costs and what is left for housing costs for an average and a top-quarter Kiama Airbnb
Line Average listing Top-quarter listing
Money in
Nightly bookingsA$49,279A$81,370
Cleaning fees guests pay13% of Kiama bookingsA$7,230A$11,940
Gross bookingsA$56,509A$93,310
Running costs
Airbnb's feeAbout 14%: 15.5% for the 88% of Kiama listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest−A$7,900−A$13,050
Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; A$0 if you clean yourself−A$7,230−A$11,940
Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings−A$2,830−A$4,670
Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2%−A$1,130−A$1,870
Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3%−A$1,700−A$2,800
Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover−A$570−A$570
Permit and registrationWhere one is required−A$280−A$280
ManagementA$0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookingsA$0A$0
Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are freeA$0A$0
Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed onA$0A$0
Total running costsAbout 26% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee−A$21,640−A$35,180
Left for housing costs, then profitA$34,869about A$2,910 a monthA$58,130about A$4,840 a month
Housing costs
Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees Depend on the home

Estimate Your Own Kiama Airbnb Profit

The estimate starts from Kiama'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 Kiama 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.

How Kiama's Top Earners Get There

  • More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Kiama listings are booked on 59% or more of their nights, against 36% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of A$480 adds about A$4,810 in bookings.
  • Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge A$710 a night or more, against a median of A$480. That is a separate ranking from the busiest quarter, so the two marks don't multiply into one listing's takings. For the average listing, a 10% higher rate on the nights it already books adds about A$4,930 a year.
  • Open for the busy months. In a typical year, January brings the average listing about A$8,850, against A$4,260 in June, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
  • Reviews that stand out. Kiama listings average 4.78 stars, and 44% carry Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge, which guests can filter for.

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$7,780 a month, against A$4,710 for the average one.

Occupancy

What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Kiama?

Kiama listings were booked on 39% of the nights they were open over the past year, 2 percentage points below the New South Wales average (41%) and 4 points below the Australia average (43%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 52% in January and falls to 30% in May.

The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 4.1 times as often as the bottom quarter.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 77%+ of open nights, 41 points above the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) fill 59% or more, roughly four nights a week.
  • Typical properties (median) fill about 36% of open nights.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 19% or less, under two nights a week.

January is usually the busiest month in Kiama, May the quietest

Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026

Nightly rates

How Much Does an Airbnb Cost per Night in Kiama?

The average nightly rate in Kiama, known as ADR (average daily rate), was A$548 over the past year, about 23% above the New South Wales average of A$445 and about 42% above the Australia average of A$385. In a typical year, rates peak in January at about A$575 and bottom out in September and October at about A$500.

The top 10% charge about three times the rate of the bottom quarter.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge A$965+ a night, about twice the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) charge A$710 or more, about A$230 above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) charge about A$480 a night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge A$325 or less, about two-thirds of the median.

January rates run 15% above September's

Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026

The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$536.

What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Kiama?

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 Kiama it averaged A$203 over the past year, from about A$142 in a typical June to about A$285 in a typical January.

Per open night, by tier:

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn A$369+ per open night, about 2.2 times the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn A$253 or more, about A$85 a night above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about A$169 per open night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn A$115 or less, about two-thirds of the median.

January RevPAR is about twice June's

Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026

The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$193. The 12-month RevPAR of A$203 averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.

Seasonality

Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Kiama

Kiama has two high seasons, October and December–January, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest from May to September. A listing earns about 63% more a month in December through February than in June through August.

Average revenue by month in Kiama

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$5,880.

Revenue by month in Kiama in numbers
Average monthly revenue per active listing in Kiama, by calendar month
Month Season Revenue per listing
JanuaryHigh seasonA$8,850
FebruaryShoulder seasonA$5,660
MarchShoulder seasonA$5,860
AprilShoulder seasonA$6,160
MayLow seasonA$4,440
JuneLow seasonA$4,260
JulyLow seasonA$5,350
AugustLow seasonA$4,530
SeptemberLow seasonA$4,860
OctoberHigh seasonA$6,450
NovemberShoulder seasonA$5,560
DecemberHigh seasonA$8,550
Average monthly Airbnb revenue, occupancy and nightly rate in Kiama by season
Season Revenue per month Occupancy Nightly rate
High seasonDecember–JanuaryA$8,70051%A$566
High seasonOctoberA$6,45044%A$510
Shoulder seasonFebruary–April, NovemberA$5,81040%A$535
Low seasonMay–SeptemberA$4,69032%A$531

How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Kiama?

Guests book Kiama stays 57 days ahead on average (about eight weeks). December stays are booked furthest out, about 81 days ahead, and June stays closest to arrival, about 33 days. A typical December booking is made in late September.

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 57 days averages each listing's year as a whole; each month here averages only the listings with stays in it.

Permits

Airbnb Permits and Registration in Kiama

Nearly all of the 223 active listings in Kiama 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 Kiama.

Neighborhoods

Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Kiama

AirROI's area guide picks seven Kiama neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Kiama Surf Beach, Kiama Township and Blowhole Point. The picks reflect guest appeal, not earnings data or permit eligibility, so check local permit rules for a specific address before buying.

Best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Kiama
Area Who it suits Landmarks nearby
Kiama Surf Beach Popular beach destination known for its beautiful coastline and surfing spots. Attracts visitors looking for a beach holiday with easy access to restaurants and cafes.Kiama Blowhole, Surf Beach, Kiama Lighthouse, Kiama Coastal Walk, Little Blowhole
Kiama Township Charming coastal town with a vibrant atmosphere, boutique shops, and local eateries. Ideal for those seeking a cozy stay with access to the local culture.Kiama Seaside Markets, Kiama Coastal Walk, Kiama Village Shops, Bombo Quarry, Kiama Arts Trail
Blowhole Point Stunning lookout point featuring the famous Kiama Blowhole, attracting tourists with its natural beauty. Perfect for those seeking picturesque views and coastal walks.Kiama Blowhole, Kiama Coastal Walk, Blowhole Point Lookout, Shelly Beach, Kiama Harbour
Jamberoo Located inland, this area offers a different experience with its lush greenery and historic sites, perfect for those looking for adventure in nature.Jamberoo Action Park, Nattai National Park, Jamberoo Village, Kangaroo Valley, Minnamurra Rainforest
Bombo Rugged scenic coastline with beautiful beaches and rich Aboriginal history. Great for nature lovers and those looking for a more secluded beach experience.Bombo Beach, Bombo Quarry, Little Blowhole, Merrigang Park, Sandstone Cliffs
Saddleback Mountain Offers panoramic views of the coastline and hinterland, ideal for visitors who enjoy hiking and exploring natural landscapes.Saddleback Mountain Lookout, Barren Grounds Nature Reserve, Hiking Trails, Picnic Areas, Scenic Drives
Kiama Heights Quiet residential area with stunning views, appealing to visitors looking for a peaceful environment close to the main attractions of Kiama.Kiama Heights Lookout, Coastal Walks, Natural Reserves, Beach Access, Scenic Views

Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.

Listings

Kiama Airbnb Listings by Type and Size

More than nine in ten Airbnbs in Kiama are entire homes (93%), with private rooms at 7%. Houses are the most common property type at 49%, ahead of apartments and condos (39%).

Nearly all listings rent the whole place

Kiama Airbnb listings by room type

  • Entire home 93%
  • Private room 7%
Room types in numbers
Kiama Airbnb listings by room type
Room type Share of listings Listings
Entire home93.3%208
Private room6.7%15

Listings by property type

Kiama Airbnb listings by property type

  • House 49%
  • Apartment/Condo 39%
  • Hotel/Boutique 6%
  • Others 3%
  • Cabin/Outdoor 3%
Property types in numbers
Kiama Airbnb listings by property type
Property type Share of listings Listings
House48.9%109
Apartment/Condo39.5%88
Hotel/Boutique5.8%13
Others3.1%7
Cabin/Outdoor2.7%6

How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Kiama Have?

Most Kiama homes are built for groups: 54% of entire homes have three or more bedrooms, and three-bedroom homes are the most common size (34%). Shares are of the 205 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.

Kiama entire homes by number of bedrooms

Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file

Bedroom counts in numbers
Kiama entire homes by number of bedrooms
Bedrooms Share of entire homes with a bedroom count Entire homes
Studio4.4%9
1 bedroom14.1%29
2 bedrooms27.8%57
3 bedrooms33.7%69
4 bedrooms14.1%29
5+ bedrooms5.9%12

What Each Home Size Earns in Kiama

A typical one-bedroom home in Kiama earned A$45,400 over the past year, against A$113,000 for a home with five or more bedrooms.

What each home size earns in Kiama
Home size Listings Typical annual revenue (median) Average annual revenue Avg. nightly rate Occupancy
1 bedroom29A$45,400A$43,000A$29846%
2 bedrooms57A$41,000A$47,100A$47340%
3 bedrooms69A$55,200A$58,800A$59938%
4 bedrooms29A$39,800A$67,600A$85132%
5+ bedrooms12A$113,000A$154,000A$1,05343%

How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Kiama Sleep?

The most common capacity in Kiama is eight or more guests (24% of listings), and 51% of listings sleep six or more.

Kiama listings by guest capacity

Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep

Guest capacity in numbers
Kiama listings by guest capacity
Guest capacity Share of listings Listings
2 guests19.1%42
3 guests3.6%8
4 guests17.3%38
5 guests9.1%20
6 guests23.2%51
7 guests4.1%9
8+ guests23.6%52

How Kiama Airbnb Listings Are Set Up

Kiama hosts set up an average of 3.3 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. About four in ten listings (40%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.

Photos per listing
13
Beds per listing
3.3
Show exact location
40%

What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Kiama Offer?

Free on-site parking is close to standard in Kiama: 91% of listings offer it, and 62% have a barbecue grill.

Share of Kiama listings with each common amenity

  • TV 97%
  • Wifi 94%
  • Smoke alarm 91%
  • Free parking on premises 91%
  • Kitchen 89%
  • Bed linens 88%
  • Air conditioning 88%
  • Microwave 87%
  • Heating 87%
  • Refrigerator 85%

Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Kiama

Listings in Kiama with a ping pong table earned about 75% more a year, on average, than those without: A$96,300 against A$54,600. The gap is smaller for a barbecue grill (about 70% more) and a pool (about 50% more). Bigger, professionally run homes tend to carry more amenities, so these gaps reflect the kind of listing as much as the feature itself.

Revenue gap for Kiama listings with each amenity

How much more listings with the amenity earned in a year than those without, and the share of listings that have it

  • Ping pong table +76% on 4% of listings
  • BBQ grill +68% on 62% of listings
  • Pool +51% on 7% of listings
  • Gym +48% on 9% of listings
  • Ocean view +48% on 15% of listings
  • Outdoor dining area +40% on 41% of listings
  • Waterfront +40% on 19% of listings
  • Dedicated workspace +36% on 35% of listings
  • Sound system +35% on 10% of listings
  • Indoor fireplace +33% on 10% of listings
Revenue by amenity in numbers
Average annual revenue of Kiama listings with and without each amenity
Amenity Listings with it Avg. revenue with Avg. revenue without Revenue gap
Ping pong table4%A$96,300A$54,600+76%
BBQ grill62%A$66,800A$39,800+68%
Pool7%A$82,100A$54,500+51%
Gym9%A$80,400A$54,200+48%
Ocean view15%A$78,100A$52,800+48%
Outdoor dining area41%A$68,000A$48,600+40%
Waterfront19%A$73,400A$52,600+40%
Dedicated workspace35%A$68,300A$50,100+36%
Sound system10%A$73,600A$54,600+35%
Indoor fireplace10%A$72,900A$54,700+33%

Guests

Who Books Airbnbs in Kiama?

Most Kiama guests are domestic, but a sizeable minority come from abroad: 18% of those who left reviews live outside Australia, led by visitors from the United Kingdom and the United States.

82% of Kiama guests are domestic

Where guests who left reviews live

  • Domestic 82%
  • International 18%

Where Kiama guests come from: top cities

Share of guests who left reviews

  • Sydney 18%
  • Canberra 5%
  • Melbourne 2%
  • London 1%
Top origin cities in numbers
Where Kiama guests come from: top cities
Origin city Share of guests
Sydney17.6%
Canberra5.0%
Melbourne2.0%
London1.3%

Where Kiama guests come from: top countries

Share of guests who left reviews

  • Australia 82%
  • United Kingdom 4%
  • United States 3%
  • China 2%
  • New Zealand 1%
Top origin countries in numbers
Where Kiama guests come from: top countries
Origin country Share of guests
Australia81.8%
United Kingdom4.1%
United States2.7%
China2.5%
New Zealand1.4%

Languages spoken by Kiama guests

Share of guests who left reviews

  • English 67%
  • Chinese 8%
  • French 5%
  • Spanish 4%
  • German 3%
Top languages in numbers
Languages spoken by Kiama guests
Language Share of guests
English67.3%
Chinese8.3%
French4.6%
Spanish4.0%
German3.0%

What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Kiama?

Kiama Airbnbs average 4.78 stars, and 44% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.63, against 4.88 for location.

Location scores highest in Kiama; value is lowest

Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0

  • Accuracy 4.81
  • Cleanliness 4.78
  • Communication 4.84
  • Location 4.88
  • Check-in 4.84
  • Value 4.63
Category scores in numbers
Kiama guest ratings by category
Category Average rating (out of 5)
Accuracy4.81
Cleanliness4.78
Communication4.84
Location4.88
Check-in4.84
Value4.63

Booking patterns

How Guests Book in Kiama: Stays, Rules and Fees

About eight in ten Kiama listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 20% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 91 to 180 days a year, covering 34% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.

Days a year Kiama listings are open to guests

Share of listings by days a year

  • 271-366 days 47%
  • 181-270 days 34%
  • 91-180 days 13%
  • 31-90 days 5%
  • 1-30 days <1%
Open days in numbers
Days a year Kiama listings are open to guests
Days a year Share of listings Listings
271-366 days47.1%105
181-270 days33.6%75
91-180 days13.5%30
31-90 days4.9%11
1-30 days0.9%2

Days a year Kiama listings are booked or blocked

Share of listings by days a year

  • 271-366 days 7%
  • 181-270 days 13%
  • 91-180 days 34%
  • 31-90 days 31%
  • 1-30 days 15%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
Days a year Kiama listings are booked or blocked
Days a year Share of listings Listings
271-366 days6.7%15
181-270 days13.5%30
91-180 days33.6%75
31-90 days30.9%69
1-30 days15.2%34

What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Kiama?

The average Kiama booking lasts 4 nights, longest in July and shortest in October. Listings took about 27 bookings each over the year, some 6,100 in all. Nearly six in ten listings that give a check-in time set it at 3 p.m., with check-out usually at 10 a.m.

Average length of stay by month in Kiama

Average nights per booking, by month of stay

Two-year average by calendar month.

Kiama Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements

About nine in ten listings in Kiama accept stays of one or two nights.

Minimum stay set by Kiama listings

Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more

  • 1 Night 29% 64 listings
  • 2 Nights 61% 136 listings
  • 3 Nights 2% 5 listings
  • 4-6 Nights 1% 3 listings
  • 7-29 Nights 4% 9 listings
  • 30+ Nights 3% 6 listings

What Cancellation Policies Do Airbnb Hosts Use in Kiama?

Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Kiama, used by 46% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: nearly three-quarters of listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 24% on Flexible or Moderate.

Cancellation policies of Kiama listings, from most to least flexible

Share of listings by the policy they use

  • Flexible 5% 11 listings
  • Moderate 19% 42 listings
  • Limited 3% 7 listings
  • Firm 46% 103 listings
  • Strict 16% 35 listings
  • Super Strict 30 Days 6% 13 listings
  • Super Strict 60 Days 5% 12 listings

How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Kiama?

About eight in ten Kiama listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is A$260, but a minority of much higher fees lifts the average to A$522, so the median is the better guide. Spread over the average stay of 4 nights, that adds roughly A$65 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 13% of gross revenue.

Median cleaning fee
A$260
Average cleaning fee
A$522
Listings charging a fee
80.3%
Share of gross revenue
12.8%

Top earners

Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Kiama

The top-grossing Airbnb in Kiama, a five-bedroom home, took in A$303,000 over the past year, about 5.4 times the city's average of A$56,500. Four of the six listings below have five or more bedrooms; the other two have four bedrooms.

Amaroo - a beautiful place Amaroo - a beautiful place Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.95
Revenue
A$303,212
Occupancy
76.0%
Daily rate
A$1,489
Kendalls Beach House - beach at your doorstep Kendalls Beach House - beach at your doorstep Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.51
Revenue
A$274,303
Occupancy
50.7%
Daily rate
A$1,502
Spacious Family Oasis (Now sleeps 10) Spacious Family Oasis (Now sleeps 10) Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.94
Revenue
A$270,028
Occupancy
70.4%
Daily rate
A$944
Bombora at Kiama – charming family haven Bombora at Kiama – charming family haven Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.64
Revenue
A$267,370
Occupancy
48.7%
Daily rate
A$1,531
Dual House in Kiama Dual House in Kiama Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.94
Revenue
A$229,701
Occupancy
78.7%
Daily rate
A$729
Pia's Paradise Kiama Pia's Paradise Kiama Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.88
Revenue
A$186,951
Occupancy
55.6%
Daily rate
A$830

Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Kiama?

Holiday Rental Specialists is the top-grossing host in Kiama, with A$2.35 million in bookings across 25 listings over the past year. Together, the ten top-grossing hosts run 38% of the market's 223 listings.

Top Airbnb hosts in Kiama by revenue
# Host Listings Gross revenue Per listing Avg. rating
Holiday Rental Specialists 25A$2,353,705A$94,1484.50/5
South Coast Holidays 16A$673,620A$42,1014.64/5
The Holidays Collection 7A$474,034A$67,7194.76/5
4 Raine & Horne 12A$353,454A$29,4544.59/5
5 Kristy 2A$340,760A$170,3804.97/5
6 Coast & Country Holidays 10A$327,956A$32,7964.72/5
7 Ian 6A$318,799A$53,1334.62/5
8 Laurey 1A$303,212A$303,2124.95/5
9 Rowena 4A$259,106A$64,7774.93/5
10 Theresa Cam Nhi 1A$229,701A$229,7014.94/5

Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Kiama?

Professional management companies run 29% of Kiama listings and owners run the rest. Superhosts run 48% of listings. 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.

Superhosts
48.0%
Professional management
28.7%
Cohosted listings
19.3%
Instant Book enabled
49.8%
Simplified Pricing
87.9%

Nearby markets

Kiama vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets

Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 34 km, Berry (18 km away) earned the most per listing, about 73% more than Kiama. Shellharbour City Council and Wollongong City Council were the busiest, each booked on 46% of nights against 39% in Kiama.

Airbnb markets near Kiama: distance, revenue, nightly rate and occupancy
Market Listings Avg. annual revenue Avg. nightly rate Occupancy
The Council of the Municipality of Kiama 3 km 107A$84,542A$69143%
Gerringong 8 km 136A$81,827A$76337%
Gerroa 11 km 97A$77,435A$75832%
Shellharbour City Council 11 km 143A$63,567A$47246%
Berry 18 km 131A$97,832A$80939%
Shoalhaven Heads 22 km 46A$52,662A$54436%
Robertson 24 km 45A$91,639A$68641%
Wollongong City Council 34 km 508A$46,568A$38046%

Other Airbnb Markets in New South Wales

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Markets Similar to Kiama

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FAQ

Kiama Airbnb FAQ

How much do Airbnb hosts make in Kiama?

An active Kiama Airbnb grossed A$56,509 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 223 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in A$7,930 or more in a typical month.

How much can I make on Airbnb in Kiama?

It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Kiama listings earn between A$2,640 and A$7,930 in a typical month, and the top tenth A$12,800 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb income calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.

What is the average Airbnb occupancy rate in Kiama?

Listings in Kiama were booked on 39% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 41% for the New South Wales average. January is usually the busiest month.

How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Kiama?

The average booked night in Kiama cost A$548 before fees. Half of listings charge between A$325 and A$710, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.

Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Kiama?

Nearly all active Kiama 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.

Is Airbnb profitable in Kiama?

Yes, when it's run well. The average Kiama Airbnb grossed A$56,509 in the 12 months to September 2026, 21% above 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$34,869 a year (about A$2,910 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$4,840 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.

When is Airbnb peak season in Kiama?

January usually pays best, averaging A$8,850 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.

What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Kiama?

Each night a Kiama listing was open to book earned A$203 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$369 or more.

How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Kiama?

Kiama stays were booked 57 days (about eight weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so most of a month is booked well before it starts.

How long do guests stay at Airbnbs in Kiama?

The average Kiama Airbnb stay lasted 4 nights over the past year. A listing took 27 reservations over the year on average.

How are Airbnbs in Kiama rated?

Guests rate Kiama Airbnbs 4.78 out of 5 on average. Guests score location highest and value lowest.

What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Kiama?

Kiama Surf Beach, Kiama Township and Blowhole Point draw the most short-term rental interest in Kiama. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.

How many Airbnbs are there in Kiama?

AirROI counted 223 active Airbnb listings in Kiama as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is The Council of the Municipality of Kiama, 3 km away.

How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Kiama?

In Kiama, about eight in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is A$260, but a minority of much higher fees lifts the average to A$522, so the median is the better guide.

Method

About This Data

Figures on this page cover 223 active Airbnb listings in Kiama 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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