Airbnb market data · 202612 months to April 2026
San Juan Opico, El Salvador Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in San Juan Opico brought in US$4,309 over the 12 months through April 2026, across just 18 active listings, so a single property can move that figure.
AirROI's latest figures for San Juan Opico run through April 2026.
The short answer
San Juan Opico Airbnb Market at a Glance
Listings averaged $62 a night and were booked on 32% of available nights.
Timing matters: in December, the best month, the average listing earned about twice as much as in March, the slowest. With only 18 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 18 active listings, San Juan Opico is the seventh-largest of 7 La Libertad markets AirROI tracks.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in San Juan Opico?
Gross bookings per San Juan Opico listing averaged $4,309 over the 12 months to April 2026 (La Libertad average: $17,010), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
The average San Juan Opico listing brought in $835 in December, its best month, and $413 in March, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 33% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
Across San Juan Opico's 18 active listings, monthly revenue by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $1,250+ a month, about 2.5 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $926 or more, roughly $420 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $506 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $277 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.
December earned about twice what March did
Average revenue per active listing, by month
Dashed: April left out, as the latest month's data looks incomplete.
San Juan Opico Airbnb Data by Month
Latest 12 months in the April 2026 data.
December led on revenue and bookings; nightly rates peaked in July.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 2025 | $473 | 29.3% | $59 | $15 | 9 days | 2.9 nights |
| Jun 2025 | $739 | 42.6% | $62 | $25 | 20 days | 5.4 nights |
| Jul 2025 | $681 | 40.0% | $63 | $22 | 19 days | 5.6 nights |
| Aug 2025 | $663 | 39.7% | $63 | $21 | 19 days | 5.3 nights |
| Sep 2025 | $562 | 34.7% | $62 | $19 | 10 days | 4.7 nights |
| Oct 2025 | $556 | 33.1% | $61 | $18 | 6 days | 3.1 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $492 | 34.7% | $60 | $16 | 27 days | 5.9 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $835 | 50.5% | $61 | $27 | 51 days | 5.8 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $819 | 46.8% | $60 | $26 | 22 days | 8.7 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $680 | 47.0% | $60 | $24 | 16 days | 3.5 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $413 | 24.7% | $63 | $13 | 8 days | 4.1 nights |
| Apr 2026* | $434 | 21.3% | $64 | $14 | 30 days | 3.5 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. *Apr 2026 is the latest month and looks incomplete: its occupancy sits well below the calendar months either side of it, as the latest month often does before late bookings are recorded. It may be revised and is not counted as a best or worst month.
For a figure on one home rather than the whole San Juan Opico market, enter its address and size in the Airbnb revenue calculator, which compares it with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in San Juan Opico Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average San Juan Opico Airbnb took in $4,309 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 $7,890, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $470 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.
San Juan Opico Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | $4,019 | $7,370 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay7% of San Juan Opico bookings | $290 | $520 |
| Gross bookings | $4,309 | $7,890 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 11%: 15.5% for the 67% of San Juan Opico listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$490 | −$890 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$290 | −$520 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$220 | −$390 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$90 | −$160 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$130 | −$240 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −$40 | −$40 |
| 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 23% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −$1,280 | −$2,260 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $3,029about $250 a month | $5,630about $470 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own San Juan Opico Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from San Juan Opico'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 San Juan Opico 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 San Juan Opico's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of San Juan Opico listings are booked on 53% or more of their nights, against 31% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of $57 adds about $565 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge $73 a night or more, against a median of $57. 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 $400 a year.
- Open for the busy months. December brought the average listing about $835, against $413 in March, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. San Juan Opico listings average 4.91 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 $660 a month, against $360 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in San Juan Opico?
San Juan Opico listings were booked on 32% of the nights they were open over the past year, 2 percentage points below the La Libertad average (34%) and 3 points below the El Salvador average (35%). Occupancy swings from 25% in March to 51% in December.
Across San Juan Opico's 18 active listings, the share of open nights booked by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 70%+ of open nights, 39 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 53% or more, roughly four nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 31% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 16% or less, under two nights a week.
December was the busiest month in San Juan Opico, March the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month
Dashed: April data incomplete. The 12-month rate of 32% 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 San Juan Opico?
The average nightly rate in San Juan Opico, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $62 over the past year, about 64% below the La Libertad average of $170 and about 48% below the El Salvador average of $120. Rates barely change through the year, staying between about $59 and $63.
Across San Juan Opico's 18 active listings, nightly rates by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge $89+ a night, about 1.6 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge $73 or more, about $16 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about $57 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge $42 or less, about three-quarters of the median.
Average nightly rate by month in San Juan Opico
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month
Dashed: April data incomplete.
What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in San Juan Opico?
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 San Juan Opico it averaged $18 over the past year, from about $13 in March to about $27 in December.
Across San Juan Opico's 18 active listings, RevPAR by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $39+ per open night, about 2.5 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $26 or more, about $11 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $15 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $9 or less, about 60% of the median.
December RevPAR was about twice March's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month
Dashed: April data incomplete. The 12-month RevPAR of $18 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 San Juan Opico
With only 18 active listings, the monthly pattern in San Juan Opico is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue peaked in December and bottomed out in March.
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in San Juan Opico?
Guests book San Juan Opico stays 18 days ahead on average (about three weeks), so many trips are booked close to arrival. December stays are booked furthest out, about 51 days ahead, and October stays closest to arrival, about 6 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
Dashed: April data incomplete. The 12-month figure of 18 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 San Juan Opico
None of the 18 active listings in San Juan Opico 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 San Juan Opico.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in San Juan Opico
AirROI's area guide picks Centro Histórico, El Calvario and La Libertad Beach as the parts of San Juan Opico that draw short-term rental guests. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Centro Histórico | Cultural epicenter of San Juan Opico, featuring colonial architecture and local markets. Ideal for travelers seeking authentic experiences and proximity to historical landmarks. | Plaza Centro Histórico, Museo de San Juan Opico, Catedral de San Juan, local artisan shops, traditional food stalls |
| El Calvario | Charming residential area with a local vibe, perfect for visitors who want to stay in a quieter part of town while still being close to amenities. | La Iglesia del Calvario, parks and green spaces, local eateries, easy access to public transport |
| La Libertad Beach | Nearby beach area famous for surf spots and beautiful sunsets, attracting beach lovers and those looking for relaxation and recreational activities. | Surfing spots, beachfront restaurants, La Libertad Pier, artisanal markets, oceanfront walks |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Nearby markets
San Juan Opico vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 21 km, Antiguo Cuscatlán (21 km away) earned the most per listing, about 2.7 times as much as San Juan Opico.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Opico 3 km | 31 | $3,454 | $53 | 37% |
| Nuevo Sitio del Nino 3 km | 84 | $2,997 | $45 | 32% |
| Lourdes 9 km | 43 | $6,355 | $77 | 30% |
| Santa Tecla 17 km | 198 | $7,350 | $70 | 41% |
| Mejicanos 19 km | 30 | $4,758 | $52 | 30% |
| Ciudad Merliot 19 km | 34 | $4,506 | $71 | 35% |
| San Salvador 19 km | 1,980 | $8,599 | $73 | 40% |
| Antiguo Cuscatlán 21 km | 233 | $11,486 | $78 | 45% |
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FAQ
San Juan Opico Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in San Juan Opico?
An active San Juan Opico Airbnb grossed US$4,309 on average in the 12 months to April 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 18 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in US$926 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in San Juan Opico?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of San Juan Opico listings earn between US$277 and US$926 in a typical month, and the top tenth US$1,250 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 San Juan Opico?
Listings in San Juan Opico were booked on 32% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 34% for the La Libertad average. December was the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in San Juan Opico?
The average booked night in San Juan Opico cost US$62 before fees. Half of listings charge between US$42 and US$73, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in San Juan Opico?
None of the active San Juan Opico 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 San Juan Opico?
Yes, when it's run well. The average San Juan Opico Airbnb grossed US$4,309 in the 12 months to April 2026, 75% below the La Libertad average of US$17,010, though with only 18 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$470 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 calculator.
When is Airbnb peak season in San Juan Opico?
December paid best over the past year, at US$835 per active listing, and March paid least. The month-by-month table above shows how rates and bookings each move.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in San Juan Opico?
Each night a San Juan Opico listing was open to book earned US$18 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$39 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in San Juan Opico?
San Juan Opico stays were booked 18 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 San Juan Opico?
The average San Juan Opico Airbnb stay lasted 4.8 nights over the past year. A listing took 16 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in San Juan Opico rated?
Guests rate San Juan Opico Airbnbs 4.91 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and cleanliness lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in San Juan Opico?
Centro Histórico, El Calvario and La Libertad Beach draw the most short-term rental interest in San Juan Opico. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in San Juan Opico?
AirROI counted 18 active Airbnb listings in San Juan Opico as of April 2026. The closest tracked market is Opico, 3 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in San Juan Opico?
In San Juan Opico, more than seven in ten listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about US$20.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 18 active Airbnb listings in San Juan Opico 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.
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