Airbnb market data · 202612 months to April 2026

Distrito de Apopa, El Salvador Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends

Source: AirROI Reviewed by , Founder @ AirROI Updated

AirROI's latest figures for Distrito de Apopa run through April 2026.

Active Airbnb listings
20
Avg. booking lead time
20 days
Listings showing a permit
0%
Peak revenue month
December
Lowest revenue month
August

The short answer

Distrito de Apopa Airbnb Market at a Glance

Listings averaged $64 a night and were booked on 34% of available nights.

Timing matters: in December, the best month, the average listing earned about 2.7 times as much as in August, the slowest. With only 20 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.

With 20 active listings, Distrito de Apopa is the third-largest of 4 Departamento de San Salvador markets AirROI tracks.

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Revenue

How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Distrito de Apopa?

Gross bookings per Distrito de Apopa listing averaged $4,668 over the 12 months to April 2026 (Departamento de San Salvador average: $8,988), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.

The average Distrito de Apopa listing brought in $1,040 in December, its best month, and $381 in August, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 34% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.

Across Distrito de Apopa's 20 active listings, monthly revenue by tier:

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $1,290+ a month, about 2.8 times the typical property.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn $915 or more, roughly $460 a month above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about $454 a month.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $219 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.

December earned about 2.7 times what August did

Average revenue per active listing, by month

Distrito de Apopa Airbnb Data by Month

Latest 12 months in the April 2026 data.

December led on revenue and bookings; nightly rates peaked in April.

Average monthly Airbnb revenue, occupancy, nightly rate, RevPAR, booking lead time and length of stay per active listing in Distrito de Apopa, May 2025 to Apr 2026
MonthAvg. RevenueOccupancyAvg. Nightly RateRevPARBooking Lead TimeAvg. Length of Stay
May 2025$54231.1%$61$1727 days3.6 nights
Jun 2025$49125.2%$65$165 days5.5 nights
Jul 2025$70234.2%$64$2310 days5.1 nights
Aug 2025$38125.4%$64$1214 days5.8 nights
Sep 2025$66233.0%$63$2211 days8.2 nights
Oct 2025$79236.6%$63$2621 days7.2 nights
Nov 2025$75645.6%$63$2520 days6.3 nights
Dec 2025$1,03650.2%$62$3349 days11.1 nights
Jan 2026$71745.2%$61$2344 days10 nights
Feb 2026$62843.7%$62$2225 days4.6 nights
Mar 2026$47327.3%$64$1513 days5.5 nights
Apr 2026$42827.5%$66$1418 days2.9 nights

Averages per active listing in each month. Highlighted: the highest-revenue month. 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 Distrito de Apopa market, enter its address and size in the Airbnb income calculator, which compares it with similar listings nearby.

Profit

Is an Airbnb in Distrito de Apopa Profitable?

Yes, when it's run well. The average Distrito de Apopa Airbnb took in $4,668 in the 12 months to April 2026, an average that counts every active listing, including those open only part of the year. A listing in the top quarter took in about $9,410, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $570 a month of that is left after running costs, so a home that costs less than that to own or rent makes money.

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.

Distrito de Apopa 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 Distrito de Apopa Airbnb
LineAverage listingTop-quarter listing
Money in
Nightly bookings$4,468$9,010
Cleaning fees guests pay4% of Distrito de Apopa bookings$200$400
Gross bookings$4,668$9,410
Running costs
Airbnb's feeAbout 12%: 15.5% for the 75% of Distrito de Apopa listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest−$580−$1,160
Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself−$200−$400
Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings−$230−$470
Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2%−$90−$190
Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3%−$140−$280
Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover−$50−$50
Permit and registrationWhere one is required−$20−$20
Management$0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings$0$0
Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free$0$0
Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on$0$0
Total running costsAbout 24% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee−$1,310−$2,570
Left for housing costs, then profit$3,358about $280 a month$6,840about $570 a month
Housing costs
Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo feesDepend on the home

Estimate Your Own Distrito de Apopa Airbnb Profit

The estimate starts from Distrito de Apopa'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 Distrito de Apopa 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 Distrito de Apopa's Top Earners Get There

  • More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Distrito de Apopa listings are booked on 50% or more of their nights, against 30% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of $63 adds about $627 in bookings.
  • Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge $72 a night or more, against a median of $63. 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 $450 a year.
  • Open for the busy months. December brought the average listing about $1,040, against $381 in August, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
  • Reviews that stand out. Distrito de Apopa listings average 4.85 stars, and 40% 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 $780 a month, against $390 for the average one.

Occupancy

What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Distrito de Apopa?

Distrito de Apopa listings were booked on 34% of the nights they were open over the past year, 6 percentage points below the Departamento de San Salvador average (40%) and in line with the El Salvador average. Occupancy swings from 25% in June to 50% in December.

Across Distrito de Apopa's 20 active listings, the share of open nights booked by tier:

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 65%+ of open nights, 35 points above the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) fill 50% or more, roughly four nights a week.
  • Typical properties (median) fill about 30% of open nights.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 16% or less, under two nights a week.

December was the busiest month in Distrito de Apopa, June the quietest

Share of open nights booked, by month

Nightly rates

How Much Does an Airbnb Cost per Night in Distrito de Apopa?

The average nightly rate in Distrito de Apopa, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $64 over the past year, about 19% below the Departamento de San Salvador average of $79 and about 49% below the El Salvador average of $125. Rates barely change through the year, staying between about $61 and $66.

Across Distrito de Apopa's 20 active listings, nightly rates by tier:

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge $91+ a night, about 45% above the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) charge $72 or more.
  • Typical properties (median) charge about $63 a night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge $57 or less, about 9% below the median.

Average nightly rate by month in Distrito de Apopa

Average nightly rate (ADR), by month

What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Distrito de Apopa?

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 Distrito de Apopa it averaged $22 over the past year, from about $12 in August to about $33 in December.

Across Distrito de Apopa's 20 active listings, RevPAR by tier:

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $33+ per open night, about 48% above the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn $32 or more, about $9 a night above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about $23 per open night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $12 or less, about half of the median.

December RevPAR was about 2.7 times August's

Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month

Seasonality

Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Distrito de Apopa

With only 20 active listings, the monthly pattern in Distrito de Apopa is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue peaked in December and bottomed out in August.

How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Distrito de Apopa?

Guests book Distrito de Apopa stays 20 days ahead on average (about three weeks), so many trips are booked close to arrival. December stays are booked furthest out, about 49 days ahead, and June stays closest to arrival, about 5 days. A typical December booking is made in late October.

December stays are booked furthest ahead

Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay

The 12-month figure of 20 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 Distrito de Apopa

None of the 20 active listings in Distrito de Apopa 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 Distrito de Apopa.

Neighborhoods

Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Distrito de Apopa

AirROI's area guide picks five Distrito de Apopa neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by San José, El Porvenir and San Martín. 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 Distrito de Apopa
AreaWho it suitsLandmarks nearby
San JoséThe main urban center of the district, San José offers a mix of local culture and accessibility to amenities. It's great for both business and leisure travelers looking for a central location.San José Church, Municipal Market, Local parks, Artisan shops
El PorvenirA growing area with easy access to nearby facilities and nature. Perfect for travelers looking to experience local life and natural beauty.Parks, Nature trails, Local eateries
San MartínAn up-and-coming area with a blend of urban and suburban charm. Offers unique attractions and a relaxed environment.Local markets, Recreational parks
Las MargaritasA tranquil neighborhood with a sense of community, ideal for families and longer stays. Offers spacious accommodations and access to local culture.Community events, Local cafes
Puerta del DiabloA popular natural site offering stunning views and outdoor activities. Great for adventure travelers and nature lovers.Hiking trails, Scenic viewpoints, Local cuisine

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

Nearby markets

Distrito de Apopa vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets

AirROI also tracks listings in this area under another name: Apopa (32 active listings) has its own page and is left out of the comparison below.

Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 18 km, Nuevo Cuscatlán (16 km away, 38 listings) earned the most per listing, about 4.2 times as much as Distrito de Apopa.

Airbnb markets near Distrito de Apopa: distance, revenue, nightly rate and occupancy
MarketListingsAvg. annual revenueAvg. nightly rateOccupancy
San Salvador 10 km2,112$9,039$7940%
Antiguo Cuscatlán 13 km242$11,927$8344%
Ciudad Merliot 14 km41$4,489$7134%
Santa Tecla 15 km212$7,924$7840%
Nuevo Sitio del Nino 15 km94$3,034$4831%
Nuevo Cuscatlán 16 km38$19,422$14345%
Opico 16 km35$3,693$5836%
Lourdes 18 km43$7,057$8430%

FAQ

Distrito de Apopa Airbnb FAQ

How much do Airbnb hosts make in Distrito de Apopa?

An active Distrito de Apopa Airbnb grossed US$4,668 on average in the 12 months to April 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 20 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in US$915 or more in a typical month.

How much can I make on Airbnb in Distrito de Apopa?

It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Distrito de Apopa listings earn between US$219 and US$915 in a typical month, and the top tenth US$1,290 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.

What is the average Airbnb occupancy rate in Distrito de Apopa?

Listings in Distrito de Apopa were booked on 34% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 40% for the Departamento de San Salvador average. December was the busiest month.

How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Distrito de Apopa?

The average booked night in Distrito de Apopa cost US$64 before fees. Half of listings charge between US$57 and US$72, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.

Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Distrito de Apopa?

None of the active Distrito de Apopa 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.

Is Airbnb profitable in Distrito de Apopa?

Yes, when it's run well. The average Distrito de Apopa Airbnb grossed US$4,668 in the 12 months to April 2026, 48% below the Departamento de San Salvador average of US$8,988, though with only 20 active listings a single property can move that figure, counting listings open only part of the year. A listing at the top-quarter mark, run by its owner with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, has about US$570 a month left before the mortgage or rent, so a home that costs less than that to own or rent makes a profit. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.

When is Airbnb peak season in Distrito de Apopa?

December paid best over the past year, at US$1,040 per active listing, and August paid least. The month-by-month table above shows how rates and bookings each move.

What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Distrito de Apopa?

Each night a Distrito de Apopa listing was open to book earned US$22 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 US$33 or more.

How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Distrito de Apopa?

Distrito de Apopa stays were booked 20 days (about three weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so a listing can still fill close to the date.

How long do guests stay at Airbnbs in Distrito de Apopa?

The average Distrito de Apopa Airbnb stay lasted 7.4 nights over the past year. A listing took 12 reservations over the year on average.

How are Airbnbs in Distrito de Apopa rated?

Guests rate Distrito de Apopa Airbnbs 4.85 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and cleanliness lowest.

What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Distrito de Apopa?

San José, El Porvenir and San Martín draw the most short-term rental interest in Distrito de Apopa. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.

How many Airbnbs are there in Distrito de Apopa?

AirROI counted 20 active Airbnb listings in Distrito de Apopa as of April 2026. The closest tracked market is San Salvador, 10 km away.

How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Distrito de Apopa?

In Distrito de Apopa, about six in ten listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about US$20.

Method

About This Data

Figures on this page cover 20 active Airbnb listings in Distrito de Apopa from May 2025 to April 2026 (trailing twelve months). AirROI refreshes them monthly from listing-level booking and calendar data covering 20+ million properties worldwide. Money figures are in U.S. dollars. 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.

Need this programmatically? The same metrics are available through the AirROI Airbnb Data API and bulk downloads in the data portal.