Airbnb market data · 202612 months to October 2026
Muswellbrook, NSW Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Muswellbrook brought in A$45,396 over the 12 months through October 2026, across just 21 active listings, so a single property can move that figure.
The short answer
Muswellbrook Airbnb Market at a Glance
Muswellbrook is cheaper but busier than the New South Wales average. Listings averaged A$336 a night and were booked on 44% of available nights, against A$470 and 41% for the New South Wales average.
September, usually the best month, brings in about 74% more per listing than December, usually the slowest. With only 21 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 21 active listings, Muswellbrook is the 294th-largest of 321 New South Wales markets AirROI tracks.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Muswellbrook?
Gross bookings per Muswellbrook listing averaged A$45,396 over the 12 months to October 2026 (New South Wales average: A$50,323), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Muswellbrook listing brings in A$6,490 in September, its best month, and A$3,730 in December, its slowest. Both ends are close calls: September leads October by 4%, and December sits just 2% below January, so either pair can swap places 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%.
Across Muswellbrook's 21 active listings, monthly revenue by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn A$11,300+ a month, about three times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn A$7,830 or more, roughly A$4,200 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about A$3,670 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn A$1,920 or less, about half 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.
September earns about 1.7 times what December does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, October 2024 to September 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$5,030. 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.
Muswellbrook Airbnb Data by Month
Latest 12 months in the October 2026 data. October's figures are still coming in, so the rows run to September.
October 2025 led on revenue and bookings; nightly rates peaked in September 2026. Across the past two years, September is usually the strongest month.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | A$7,517 | 60.6% | A$311 | A$242 | 53 days | 9.5 nights |
| Nov 2025 | A$5,073 | 54.4% | A$307 | A$169 | 36 days | 7.7 nights |
| Dec 2025 | A$4,171 | 38.0% | A$319 | A$135 | 45 days | 3.6 nights |
| Jan 2026 | A$3,817 | 32.3% | A$315 | A$123 | 19 days | 3.8 nights |
| Feb 2026 | A$5,255 | 50.8% | A$300 | A$188 | 23 days | 5.8 nights |
| Mar 2026 | A$6,588 | 50.5% | A$312 | A$213 | 43 days | 4.6 nights |
| Apr 2026 | A$4,130 | 42.7% | A$323 | A$138 | 22 days | 6.3 nights |
| May 2026 | A$4,434 | 43.4% | A$327 | A$143 | 34 days | 5.5 nights |
| Jun 2026 | A$5,139 | 44.4% | A$338 | A$171 | 8 days | 6 nights |
| Jul 2026 | A$5,517 | 35.1% | A$357 | A$178 | 16 days | 5.6 nights |
| Aug 2026 | A$5,114 | 42.3% | A$356 | A$165 | 18 days | 5.3 nights |
| Sep 2026 | A$6,471 | 46.7% | A$361 | A$216 | 15 days | 5.8 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.
Location, size and how a home is run move its income far more than a city average shows. For a range on one Muswellbrook address, run it through the free Airbnb calculator.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Muswellbrook Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Muswellbrook Airbnb took in A$45,396 in the 12 months to October 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about A$2,510 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$5,420 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the A$2,970 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about A$2,760 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about A$2,160 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.
Muswellbrook Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | A$42,426 | A$90,450 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay7% of Muswellbrook bookings | A$2,970 | A$6,330 |
| Gross bookings | A$45,396 | A$96,780 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 16%: 15.5% for the 100% of Muswellbrook listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −A$7,040 | −A$15,000 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; A$0 if you clean yourself | −A$2,970 | −A$6,330 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −A$2,270 | −A$4,840 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −A$910 | −A$1,940 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −A$1,360 | −A$2,900 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −A$450 | −A$450 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −A$230 | −A$230 |
| 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 27% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −A$15,230 | −A$31,690 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | A$30,166about A$2,510 a month | A$65,090about A$5,420 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Muswellbrook Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Muswellbrook'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 Muswellbrook 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 Muswellbrook's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Muswellbrook listings are booked on 63% or more of their nights, against 43% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of A$270 adds about A$2,720 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge A$435 a night or more, against a median of A$270. 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$4,240 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, September brings the average listing about A$6,490, against A$3,730 in December, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Muswellbrook listings average 4.84 stars, and 33% 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$8,070 a month, against A$3,780 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Muswellbrook?
Muswellbrook listings were booked on 44% of the nights they were open over the past year, 3 percentage points above the New South Wales average (41%) and in line with the Australia average. In a typical year, occupancy swings from 38% in July to 67% in October.
Across Muswellbrook's 21 active listings, the share of open nights booked by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 77%+ of open nights, 34 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 63% or more, roughly four nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 43% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 23% or less, under two nights a week.
October is usually the busiest month in Muswellbrook, July the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, October 2024 to September 2026
The 12-month rate of 44% averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Nightly rates
How Much Does an Airbnb Cost per Night in Muswellbrook?
The average nightly rate in Muswellbrook, known as ADR (average daily rate), was A$336 over the past year, about 29% below the New South Wales average of A$470 and about 17% below the Australia average of A$405. Averaged month by month over the past two years, rates peak in July and September at about A$335 and bottom out in October and November at about A$255.
Across Muswellbrook's 21 active listings, nightly rates by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge A$650+ a night, about 2.4 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge A$435 or more, about A$170 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about A$270 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge A$150 or less, about 55% of the median.
July rates run 32% above November's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$300. The 12-month ADR of A$336 averages each listing's own rate across its whole year; the monthly points average listings month by month, so the two differ.
What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Muswellbrook?
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 Muswellbrook it averaged A$156 over the past year, from about A$120 in a typical December to about A$216 in a typical September.
Across Muswellbrook's 21 active listings, RevPAR by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn A$343+ per open night, about 2.7 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn A$187 or more, about A$60 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about A$126 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn A$72 or less, about 57% of the median.
September RevPAR is about 1.8 times December's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$166. The 12-month RevPAR of A$156 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 Muswellbrook
With only 21 active listings, the monthly pattern in Muswellbrook is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue has tended to peak in September and bottom out in December.
Average revenue by month in Muswellbrook
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$5,030.
Revenue by month in Muswellbrook in numbers
| Month | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|
| January | A$3,810 |
| February | A$5,320 |
| March | A$5,790 |
| April | A$4,860 |
| May | A$4,350 |
| June | A$4,480 |
| July | A$5,020 |
| August | A$5,730 |
| September | A$6,490 |
| October | A$6,270 |
| November | A$4,490 |
| December | A$3,730 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Muswellbrook?
Guests book Muswellbrook stays 26 days ahead on average (about four weeks). May stays are booked furthest out, about 40 days ahead, and February stays closest to arrival, about 16 days. A typical May booking is made in early April.
May stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, October 2024 to September 2026
Permits
Airbnb Permits and Registration in Muswellbrook
86% of the 21 active listings in Muswellbrook 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 Muswellbrook.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Muswellbrook
AirROI's area guide picks four Muswellbrook neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Town Centre, South Muswellbrook and Eastbrook Links. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Town Centre | Guests book here for direct access to passenger rail services, government offices, and local dining along Bridge Street. It primarily accommodates visiting mining contractors, corporate professionals, and transit travelers stopping along the New England Highway. | Muswellbrook Railway Station, Muswellbrook Regional Arts Centre, Simpson Park, Muswellbrook War Memorial, Bridge Street |
| South Muswellbrook | This district serves regional healthcare workers and sports participants attending fixtures at regional facilities. Stays are dominated by visiting medical personnel, locums, and families traveling for weekend competitions. | Muswellbrook District Hospital, Olympic Park, Karoola Park, Muswellbrook Golf Club, Muswellbrook Aquatic and Fitness Centre |
| Eastbrook Links | A residential master-planned estate on the eastern edge that attracts mine management and contract teams seeking multi-bedroom houses with off-street garage parking. Bookings typically consist of mid-to-long-term corporate stays and visiting family groups. | Eastbrook Links Park, Muswellbrook Golf Club, Highbrook Park Playground, Muswellbrook Race Club |
| Northview | Positioned near the northern edge off the New England Highway, this newer residential pocket offers standalone housing that caters to extended project workers and visiting trades. Its location provides clear highway access heading north toward Aberdeen and Scone without crossing town traffic. | Bowman Street Park, Hunter River Reserve, Fitzgerald Park, New England Highway |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Nearby markets
Muswellbrook vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 78 km, Pokolbin (66 km away, 74 listings) earned the most per listing, about twice as much as Muswellbrook.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Singleton Council 57 km | 158 | A$67,127 | A$767 | 27% |
| Broke 57 km | 72 | A$72,536 | A$742 | 31% |
| Pokolbin 66 km | 74 | A$92,947 | A$925 | 35% |
| Vacy 66 km | 31 | A$57,335 | A$549 | 33% |
| Cessnock 71 km | 463 | A$68,004 | A$648 | 34% |
| Nulkaba 74 km | 46 | A$84,370 | A$801 | 30% |
| Dungog Shire Council 75 km | 37 | A$40,448 | A$519 | 26% |
| Wollombi 78 km | 68 | A$53,108 | A$527 | 33% |
Other Airbnb Markets in New South Wales
- Sydney Airbnb data 10,096 listings
- Shoalhaven City Council Airbnb data 1,013 listings
- Byron Bay Airbnb data 996 listings
- Newcastle-Maitland Airbnb data 789 listings
- Gosford Airbnb data 779 listings
- Central Coast Council Airbnb data 770 listings
- Jindabyne Airbnb data 563 listings
- Nelson Bay Airbnb data 542 listings
See all 321 New South Wales Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Muswellbrook
Markets elsewhere in Australia with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Muswellbrook:
- Castlemaine Airbnb data VIC · A$345/night · 43.7%
- Kingscote Airbnb data SA · A$331/night · 44.3%
- Melbourne Airbnb data VIC · A$353/night · 44.0%
- Yeppoon Airbnb data QLD · A$310/night · 44.0%
- Townsville Airbnb data QLD · A$306/night · 43.8%
- Halls Gap Airbnb data VIC · A$305/night · 44.1%
FAQ
Muswellbrook Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Muswellbrook?
An active Muswellbrook Airbnb grossed A$45,396 on average in the 12 months to October 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 21 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in A$7,830 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Muswellbrook?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Muswellbrook listings earn between A$1,920 and A$7,830 in a typical month, and the top tenth A$11,300 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 Muswellbrook?
Listings in Muswellbrook were booked on 44% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 41% for the New South Wales average. October is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Muswellbrook?
The average booked night in Muswellbrook cost A$336 before fees. Half of listings charge between A$150 and A$435, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Muswellbrook?
In Muswellbrook, 86% 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.
Is Airbnb profitable in Muswellbrook?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Muswellbrook Airbnb grossed A$45,396 in the 12 months to October 2026, 10% below the New South Wales average of A$50,323, though with only 21 active listings a single property can move that figure. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, A$30,166 a year (about A$2,510 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$5,420 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Muswellbrook?
September usually pays best, averaging A$6,490 per active listing over the past two years, and December usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Muswellbrook?
Each night a Muswellbrook listing was open to book earned A$156 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$343 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Muswellbrook?
Muswellbrook stays were booked 26 days (about four 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 Muswellbrook?
The average Muswellbrook Airbnb stay lasted 6.3 nights over the past year. A listing took 20 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Muswellbrook rated?
Guests rate Muswellbrook Airbnbs 4.84 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Muswellbrook?
Town Centre, South Muswellbrook and Eastbrook Links draw the most short-term rental interest in Muswellbrook. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Muswellbrook?
AirROI counted 21 active Airbnb listings in Muswellbrook as of October 2026. The closest tracked market is Singleton Council, 57 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Muswellbrook?
In Muswellbrook, about three-quarters of listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about A$117.
How many tourists visit Muswellbrook, NSW?
All of Australia had 7.6 million international tourist arrivals in 2024, Tourism Research Australia reports. AirROI estimates 422 Airbnb stays in Muswellbrook, NSW in the 12 months to October 2026, which counts bookings and not tourists. See New South Wales tourism statistics.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 21 active Airbnb listings in Muswellbrook from November 2025 to October 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 November 2025 to October 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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