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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
The average Airbnb in Wongaling Beach brought in A$25,819 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 47% less than the Queensland average of A$48,565.
The short answer
Bookings in Wongaling Beach trail the Queensland average, at prices about 5% lower. Listings averaged A$367 a night and were booked on 33% of available nights, against A$385 and 46% for the Queensland average.
Timing matters: in July, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 3.1 times as much as in February, usually the slowest.
With 65 active listings, Wongaling Beach is the 54th-largest of 134 Queensland markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue fell 14% while the number of active listings grew 27%.
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Gross bookings per Wongaling Beach listing averaged A$25,819 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Queensland average: A$48,565), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Wongaling Beach listing brings in A$6,050 in July, its best month, and A$1,920 in February, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 36% 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 3.1 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.
July earns about 3.1 times what February does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$3,730. 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.
July 2026 led on revenue and bookings; nightly rates peaked in August 2026.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | A$5,011 | 51.1% | A$329 | A$167 | 100 days | 4.7 nights |
| Oct 2025 | A$4,933 | 47.9% | A$329 | A$159 | 83 days | 3.2 nights |
| Nov 2025 | A$4,090 | 32.9% | A$325 | A$136 | 80 days | 5 nights |
| Dec 2025 | A$3,537 | 31.3% | A$324 | A$114 | 71 days | 4.8 nights |
| Jan 2026 | A$2,836 | 23.4% | A$323 | A$91 | 52 days | 4.5 nights |
| Feb 2026 | A$1,562 | 19.6% | A$316 | A$56 | 32 days | 2.8 nights |
| Mar 2026 | A$2,533 | 24.1% | A$323 | A$82 | 66 days | 4.5 nights |
| Apr 2026 | A$3,167 | 29.9% | A$338 | A$106 | 88 days | 3.9 nights |
| May 2026 | A$2,698 | 28.4% | A$372 | A$87 | 70 days | 3.9 nights |
| Jun 2026 | A$3,538 | 36.4% | A$377 | A$118 | 41 days | 4.5 nights |
| Jul 2026 | A$6,645 | 55.0% | A$387 | A$214 | 88 days | 4.8 nights |
| Aug 2026 | A$4,819 | 40.6% | A$388 | A$155 | 81 days | 3.2 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 Wongaling Beach market, enter its address and size in the Airbnb profit calculator, which compares it with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Yes, when it's run well. The average Wongaling Beach Airbnb took in A$25,819 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about A$1,440 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$2,550 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the A$2,050 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about A$1,620 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about A$1,250 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$23,769 | A$41,510 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay8% of Wongaling Beach bookings | A$2,050 | A$3,590 |
| Gross bookings | A$25,819 | A$45,100 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 83% of Wongaling Beach listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −A$3,460 | −A$6,040 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; A$0 if you clean yourself | −A$2,050 | −A$3,590 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −A$1,290 | −A$2,260 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −A$520 | −A$900 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −A$770 | −A$1,350 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −A$260 | −A$260 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −A$130 | −A$130 |
| 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$8,480 | −A$14,530 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | A$17,339about A$1,440 a month | A$30,570about A$2,550 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
The estimate starts from Wongaling Beach'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 Wongaling Beach home, with its price, its mortgage or rent and your own costs, use the Airbnb income 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$3,760 a month, against A$2,150 for the average one.
Occupancy
Wongaling Beach listings were booked on 33% of the nights they were open over the past year, 13 percentage points below the Queensland average (46%) and 10 points below the Australia average (43%). In a typical year, occupancy swings from 22% in March to 52% in July.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about four times as often as the bottom quarter.
July is usually the busiest month in Wongaling Beach, March the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The 12-month rate of 33% 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 Wongaling Beach, known as ADR (average daily rate), was A$367 over the past year, about the same as the Queensland and Australia averages (both about A$385). Averaged month by month over the past two years, rates peak in July and August at about A$355 and bottom out in February and March at about A$320.
The top 10% charge about 2.7 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
August rates run 12% above February's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$337. The 12-month ADR of A$367 averages each listing's own rate across its whole year; the monthly points average listings month by month, so the two differ.
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 Wongaling Beach it averaged A$121 over the past year, from about A$69 in a typical February to about A$195 in a typical July.
Per open night, by tier:
July RevPAR is about 2.8 times February's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$122.
Seasonality
Wongaling Beach has one high season, July through November, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest from January to June.
Average revenue by month in Wongaling Beach
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$3,730.
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | A$3,030 |
| February | Low season | A$1,920 |
| March | Low season | A$2,260 |
| April | Low season | A$3,330 |
| May | Low season | A$2,580 |
| June | Low season | A$3,100 |
| July | High season | A$6,050 |
| August | High season | A$5,350 |
| September | High season | A$4,480 |
| October | High season | A$4,360 |
| November | High season | A$4,500 |
| December | Shoulder season | A$3,770 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonJuly–November | A$4,950 | 45% | A$341 |
| Shoulder seasonDecember | A$3,770 | 34% | A$342 |
| Low seasonJanuary–June | A$2,700 | 27% | A$333 |
Guests book Wongaling Beach stays 79 days ahead on average (about two and a half months), so guests here plan well ahead. July stays are booked furthest out, about 93 days ahead, and February stays closest to arrival, about 31 days. A typical July booking is made in mid-April.
July 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 79 days averages each listing's year as a whole; each month here averages only the listings with stays in it.
Permits
None of the 65 active listings in Wongaling Beach display a registration, permit or license number. That doesn't mean no rules apply: some places don't ask hosts to show a number on the listing, and listing data doesn't capture every scheme.
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 Wongaling Beach.
Neighborhoods
AirROI's area guide picks six Wongaling Beach neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Wongaling Beach, Dunk Island and Tully. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Wongaling Beach | A beautiful beach destination popular among tourists for its stunning natural scenery, warm climate, and laid-back lifestyle. Ideal for guests wanting a beach getaway with access to the Great Barrier Reef. | Mission Beach, Bramston Beach, Family-friendly activities, Daintree Rainforest, Great Barrier Reef access, Water sports and activities |
| Dunk Island | A tropical island paradise offering stunning landscapes, hiking trails, and beautiful beaches. Ideal for guests looking for a serene escape and nature adventures. | Dunk Island Resort, Scenic walking trails, Snorkeling spots, Shell Beach, Rainforest walks, Dunk Island National Park |
| Tully | Just a short drive from Wongaling Beach, Tully offers access to Queensland's lush rainforests and is known for its rich agricultural background. Great for guests interested in exploring the area further. | Tully Gorge National Park, Tully Sugar Mill, The iconic Tully River, Kayaking and rafting activities, Local markets, Tully's scenic hinterland |
| Kurrimine Beach | A quiet beach spot just south of Wongaling Beach, perfect for fishing enthusiasts and those looking to escape the crowds. Family-friendly activities are plentiful here. | Fishing spots, Beachfront camping, Kurrimine Beach Markets, Turtle watching, Nature parks, Local eateries |
| Cardwell | Situated north of Wongaling Beach, Cardwell features stunning views of Hinchinbrook Island and lush tropical landscapes. Popular for fishing, bushwalking, and enjoying the outdoors. | Cardwell Jetty, Hinchinbrook Island, Bushwalking trails, Cardwell Spa Pool, Local seafood restaurants, Scenic viewpoints |
| Innisfail | Just a bit inland, Innisfail is known for its rich history and beautiful heritage buildings. It offers a different perspective of Queensland's lush environment and attracts visitors seeking cultural experiences. | Paronella Park, Historic Johnstone River, Local artisan shops, Botanical gardens, Innisfail Art Deco architecture, River cruises |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Almost every Airbnb in Wongaling Beach is an entire home: 98% of listings, with private rooms at 2%. Houses are the most common property type at 54%, about 1.5 times the share of apartments and condos (35%).
Nearly all listings rent the whole place
Wongaling Beach Airbnb listings by room type
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 98.5% | 64 |
| Private room | 1.5% | 1 |
Listings by property type
Wongaling Beach Airbnb listings by property type
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 53.8% | 35 |
| Apartment/Condo | 35.4% | 23 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 7.7% | 5 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 3.1% | 2 |
Two-bedroom homes are the most common size in Wongaling Beach (44% of entire homes), and 47% have three or more bedrooms.
Wongaling Beach entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 1.6% | 1 |
| 1 bedroom | 7.8% | 5 |
| 2 bedrooms | 43.8% | 28 |
| 3 bedrooms | 31.3% | 20 |
| 4 bedrooms | 15.6% | 10 |
A typical two-bedroom home in Wongaling Beach earned A$15,500 over the past year, against A$25,900 for a four-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 bedrooms | 28 | A$15,500 | A$17,300 | A$280 | 31% |
| 3 bedrooms | 20 | A$33,300 | A$34,400 | A$407 | 37% |
| 4 bedrooms | 10 | A$25,900 | A$40,700 | A$675 | 33% |
The most common capacity in Wongaling Beach is four guests (34% of listings), and 52% of listings sleep six or more.
Wongaling Beach listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 9.4% | 6 |
| 3 guests | 1.6% | 1 |
| 4 guests | 34.4% | 22 |
| 5 guests | 3.1% | 2 |
| 6 guests | 29.7% | 19 |
| 7 guests | 3.1% | 2 |
| 8+ guests | 18.8% | 12 |
Wongaling Beach hosts set up an average of 3.4 beds per listing. Only 38% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
Pools are close to standard in Wongaling Beach: 85% of listings have one, and 63% offer beach access.
Share of Wongaling Beach listings with each common amenity
Guests
Most Wongaling Beach guests are domestic, but a sizeable minority come from abroad: 20% of those who left reviews live outside Australia, led by visitors from New Zealand and the United Kingdom. English is spoken by 65% of guests, and French by 12%.
80% of Wongaling Beach guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
Where Wongaling Beach guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Cairns | 8.8% |
| Townsville City | 4.4% |
| Melbourne | 3.3% |
| Adelaide | 2.2% |
Where Wongaling Beach guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Australia | 79.6% |
| New Zealand | 3.8% |
| United Kingdom | 3.8% |
| France | 2.2% |
| Netherlands | 2.2% |
Languages spoken by Wongaling Beach guests
Share of guests who left reviews
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 65.5% |
| French | 11.9% |
| Italian | 6.0% |
| Spanish | 4.8% |
| German | 3.6% |
Wongaling Beach Airbnbs average 4.80 stars, and 28% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.67, against 4.91 for location.
Location scores highest in Wongaling Beach; value is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.82 |
| Cleanliness | 4.80 |
| Communication | 4.87 |
| Location | 4.91 |
| Check-in | 4.88 |
| Value | 4.67 |
Booking patterns
Nearly all Wongaling Beach listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 5% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 46% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Wongaling Beach listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 73.8% | 48 |
| 181-270 days | 21.5% | 14 |
| 91-180 days | 4.6% | 3 |
Days a year Wongaling Beach listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 181-270 days | 4.6% | 3 |
| 91-180 days | 21.5% | 14 |
| 31-90 days | 46.2% | 30 |
| 1-30 days | 27.7% | 18 |
The average Wongaling Beach booking lasts 4.7 nights, longest in November and shortest in February. Listings took about 15 bookings each over the year. Nearly nine in ten listings that give a check-in time set it at 2 p.m., with check-out usually at 10 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Wongaling Beach
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Two-year average by calendar month.
More than half of listings in Wongaling Beach accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Wongaling Beach 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 Wongaling Beach, used by 68% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: nearly eight in ten listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 18% on Flexible or Moderate.
Cancellation policies of Wongaling Beach listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
About three-quarters of Wongaling Beach listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is about A$179. Spread over the average stay of 4.7 nights, that adds roughly A$40 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 8% of gross revenue.
Top earners
The top-grossing Airbnb in Wongaling Beach, a four-bedroom home, took in A$153,000 over the past year, about 5.9 times the city's average of A$25,800.
The Sandpit | Absolute Beachfront Escape Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.97
Banfields Retreat Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.90
Roya on Mission Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.25
Banfield No 2 Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.73
Frangipani Place - 3 BR - Beachfront Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Teranga Mission Beach - absolute beachfront Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 5.00 Professional management companies run 23% of Wongaling Beach listings and owners run the rest. 72% of listings are run by Superhosts, so a strong review record is the norm here rather than an edge. 77% of 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 83% of listings.
Nearby markets
Of the six nearby markets in the table, all within 96 km, Tablelands Regional (86 km away, 42 listings) earned the most per listing, about 79% more than Wongaling Beach.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Mission Beach 4 km | 39 | A$36,706 | A$353 | 32% |
| Mission Beach 5 km | 64 | A$40,435 | A$454 | 38% |
| Cassowary Coast Regional 5 km | 44 | A$23,341 | A$281 | 35% |
| Tablelands Regional 86 km | 42 | A$46,315 | A$389 | 43% |
| Yungaburra 90 km | 44 | A$44,582 | A$344 | 40% |
| Atherton 96 km | 37 | A$28,961 | A$229 | 39% |
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FAQ
An active Wongaling Beach Airbnb grossed A$25,819 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 65 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in A$5,050 or more in a typical month.
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Wongaling Beach listings earn between A$1,620 and A$5,050 in a typical month, and the top tenth A$7,280 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Listings in Wongaling Beach were booked on 33% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 46% for the Queensland average. July is usually the busiest month.
The average booked night in Wongaling Beach cost A$367 before fees. Half of listings charge between A$225 and A$440, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
None of the active Wongaling Beach listings display a registration, permit or license number. That doesn't mean no rules apply, so confirm registration, permit and tourist-tax rules with the local authority before buying.
Yes, when it's run well. The average Wongaling Beach Airbnb grossed A$25,819 in the 12 months to September 2026, 47% below the Queensland average of A$48,565. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, A$17,339 a year (about A$1,440 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$2,550 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
July usually pays best, averaging A$6,050 per active listing over the past two years, and February usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
Each night a Wongaling Beach listing was open to book earned A$121 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$212 or more.
Wongaling Beach stays were booked 79 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 Wongaling Beach Airbnb stay lasted 4.7 nights over the past year. A listing took 15 reservations over the year on average.
Guests rate Wongaling Beach Airbnbs 4.80 out of 5 on average. Guests score location highest and value lowest.
Wongaling Beach, Dunk Island and Tully draw the most short-term rental interest in Wongaling Beach. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
AirROI counted 65 active Airbnb listings in Wongaling Beach as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is South Mission Beach, 4 km away.
In Wongaling Beach, about three-quarters of listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about A$179.
Method
Figures on this page cover 65 active Airbnb listings in Wongaling Beach 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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