Airbnb market data · 202612 months to August 2026
Mount Zion, Jamaica Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Mount Zion brought in JMD 4,348,503 over the 12 months through August 2026, across just 23 active listings, so a single property can move that figure.
The short answer
Mount Zion Airbnb Market at a Glance
Mount Zion earns on price rather than volume. Listings averaged JMD 62,546 a night and were booked on 29% of available nights, against JMD 36,100 and 35% for the Saint James average.
Timing matters: in March, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 2.2 times as much as in October, usually the slowest. With only 23 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 23 active listings, Mount Zion is the second-largest of 3 Saint James markets AirROI tracks.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Mount Zion?
Gross bookings per Mount Zion listing averaged JMD 4,348,503 over the 12 months to August 2026 (Saint James average: JMD 3,068,604), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Mount Zion listing brings in JMD 1,170,000 in March, its best month, and JMD 533,000 in October, its slowest. Both ends are close calls: March leads February by 1%, and October sits just 3% below September, so either pair can swap places in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 33% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
Across Mount Zion's 23 active listings, monthly revenue by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn JMD 2,380,000+ a month, about 8.2 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn JMD 1,360,000 or more, roughly JMD 1,100,000 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about JMD 289,000 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn JMD 84,500 or less, about 29% 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.
March earns about 2.2 times what October does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, August 2024 to July 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, JMD 851,000. 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.
Mount Zion Airbnb Data by Month
Latest 12 months in the August 2026 data. August's figures are still coming in, so the rows run to July.
March 2026 led on revenue. Nightly rates peaked in December 2025 and bookings in June 2026, so the best-paying month is not always the busiest or the priciest.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 2025 | JMD 830,090 | 39.4% | JMD 70,091 | JMD 26,777 | 30 days | 4.7 nights |
| Sep 2025 | JMD 646,170 | 30.2% | JMD 67,937 | JMD 21,539 | 12 days | 3.9 nights |
| Oct 2025 | JMD 396,951 | 20.4% | JMD 69,153 | JMD 12,805 | 39 days | 3.6 nights |
| Nov 2025 | JMD 446,294 | 30.3% | JMD 70,845 | JMD 14,876 | 21 days | 4.7 nights |
| Dec 2025 | JMD 856,708 | 24.4% | JMD 78,454 | JMD 27,636 | 27 days | 2.8 nights |
| Jan 2026 | JMD 932,929 | 24.0% | JMD 74,529 | JMD 30,094 | 36 days | 4.2 nights |
| Feb 2026 | JMD 1,141,208 | 32.6% | JMD 73,367 | JMD 40,757 | 42 days | 9.5 nights |
| Mar 2026 | JMD 1,429,101 | 34.6% | JMD 73,754 | JMD 46,100 | 94 days | 6 nights |
| Apr 2026 | JMD 504,483 | 28.3% | JMD 60,390 | JMD 16,816 | 61 days | 5.7 nights |
| May 2026 | JMD 715,807 | 29.1% | JMD 58,866 | JMD 23,091 | 49 days | 4.1 nights |
| Jun 2026 | JMD 1,094,844 | 49.7% | JMD 60,073 | JMD 36,495 | 54 days | 5.6 nights |
| Jul 2026 | JMD 995,073 | 36.5% | JMD 61,364 | JMD 32,099 | 67 days | 6.4 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 Mount Zion market, enter its address and size in the Airbnb calculator, which compares it with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Mount Zion Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Mount Zion Airbnb took in JMD 4,348,503 in the 12 months to August 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about JMD 268,000 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 JMD 1,280,000 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the JMD 214,000 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about JMD 286,000 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about JMD 234,000 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.
Mount Zion Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | JMD 4,134,503 | JMD 19,411,000 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay5% of Mount Zion bookings | JMD 214,000 | JMD 1,003,000 |
| Gross bookings | JMD 4,348,503 | JMD 20,414,000 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 10%: 15.5% for the 52% of Mount Zion listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −JMD 414,000 | −JMD 1,944,000 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; JMD 0 if you clean yourself | −JMD 214,000 | −JMD 1,003,000 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −JMD 217,000 | −JMD 1,021,000 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −JMD 87,000 | −JMD 408,000 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −JMD 130,000 | −JMD 612,000 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −JMD 43,000 | −JMD 43,000 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −JMD 22,000 | −JMD 22,000 |
| ManagementJMD 0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings | JMD 0 | JMD 0 |
| Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free | JMD 0 | JMD 0 |
| Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on | JMD 0 | JMD 0 |
| Total running costsAbout 21% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −JMD 1,127,000 | −JMD 5,053,000 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | JMD 3,221,503about JMD 268,000 a month | JMD 15,361,000about JMD 1,280,000 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Mount Zion Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Mount Zion'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 Mount Zion 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 Mount Zion's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Mount Zion listings are booked on 39% or more of their nights, against 26% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of JMD 27,200 adds about JMD 272,000 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge JMD 81,300 a night or more, against a median of JMD 27,200. 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 JMD 413,000 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, March brings the average listing about JMD 1,170,000, against JMD 533,000 in October, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Mount Zion listings average 4.66 stars, and 9% 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 JMD 1,701,000 a month, against JMD 362,000 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Mount Zion?
Mount Zion listings were booked on 29% of the nights they were open over the past year, 6 percentage points below the Saint James average (35%) and 5 points below the Jamaica average (34%). Counting only the listings booked in each month and averaging each month over two years, occupancy climbs to 48% in June and falls to 30% in September.
Across Mount Zion's 23 active listings, the share of open nights booked by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 68%+ of open nights, 42 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 39% or more, roughly three nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 26% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 14% or less, less than one night a week.
June is usually the busiest month in Mount Zion, September the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, August 2024 to July 2026
The 12-month rate of 29% 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 Mount Zion?
The average nightly rate in Mount Zion, known as ADR (average daily rate), was JMD 62,546 over the past year, about 73% above the Saint James average of JMD 36,100 and about 2.2 times the Jamaica average of JMD 28,800. In a typical year, rates peak in December at about JMD 78,800 and bottom out in November at about JMD 60,700.
Across Mount Zion's 23 active listings, nightly rates by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge JMD 160,000+ a night, about 5.9 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge JMD 81,300 or more, about JMD 54,000 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about JMD 27,200 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge JMD 15,900 or less, about 58% of the median.
December rates run 30% above November's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, August 2024 to July 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, JMD 68,900. The 12-month ADR of JMD 62,546 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 Mount Zion?
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 Mount Zion it averaged JMD 18,100 over the past year, from about JMD 17,200 in a typical October to about JMD 41,100 in a typical February.
Across Mount Zion's 23 active listings, RevPAR by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn JMD 59,400+ per open night, about 7.6 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn JMD 16,800 or more, about JMD 8,900 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about JMD 7,860 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn JMD 3,540 or less, about 45% of the median.
February RevPAR is about 2.4 times October's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, August 2024 to July 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, JMD 28,000. The 12-month RevPAR of JMD 18,100 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 Mount Zion
With only 23 active listings, the monthly pattern in Mount Zion is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue has tended to peak in March and bottom out in October.
Average revenue by month in Mount Zion
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, JMD 851,000.
Revenue by month in Mount Zion in numbers
| Month | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|
| January | JMD 968,000 |
| February | JMD 1,150,000 |
| March | JMD 1,170,000 |
| April | JMD 618,000 |
| May | JMD 784,000 |
| June | JMD 1,050,000 |
| July | JMD 975,000 |
| August | JMD 796,000 |
| September | JMD 548,000 |
| October | JMD 533,000 |
| November | JMD 611,000 |
| December | JMD 1,010,000 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Mount Zion?
Guests book Mount Zion stays 39 days ahead on average (about six weeks). March stays are booked furthest out, about 65 days ahead, and September stays closest to arrival, about 17 days. A typical March booking is made in early January.
March stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, August 2024 to July 2026
Permits
Airbnb Permits and Registration in Mount Zion
None of the 23 active listings in Mount Zion 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 Mount Zion.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Mount Zion
AirROI's area guide picks Port Antonio as the parts of Mount Zion 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Port Antonio | Less commercial than other tourist areas, offering a more authentic Jamaican experience with stunning natural scenery. Great for eco-tourism and adventure travelers. | Blue Lagoon, Frenchman's Cove, Winnifred Beach, Rafting on the Rio Grande, Blue Mountains |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Nearby markets
Mount Zion vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 45 km, Duncans (30 km away, 30 listings) earned the most per listing, about 28% more than Mount Zion. Reading was the busiest, booked on 40% of nights against 29% in Mount Zion.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St.Bran's Burg 2 km | 39 | JMD 1,285,641 | JMD 16,239 | 35% |
| Montego Bay 10 km | 988 | JMD 3,038,745 | JMD 35,479 | 35% |
| Reading 16 km | 57 | JMD 3,980,938 | JMD 31,722 | 40% |
| Falmouth 19 km | 41 | JMD 1,173,475 | JMD 16,667 | 32% |
| Florence Hall 20 km | 103 | JMD 1,582,960 | JMD 19,975 | 31% |
| Duncans 30 km | 30 | JMD 5,573,850 | JMD 88,377 | 28% |
| Lucea 36 km | 62 | JMD 1,744,415 | JMD 23,146 | 32% |
| Discovery Bay 45 km | 187 | JMD 3,186,457 | JMD 39,618 | 33% |
Markets Similar to Mount Zion
Markets elsewhere in Jamaica with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Mount Zion:
- Rio Nuevo Airbnb data Jamaica · JMD 56,987/night · 25.0%
FAQ
Mount Zion Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Mount Zion?
An active Mount Zion Airbnb grossed JMD 4,348,503 on average in the 12 months to August 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 23 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in JMD 1,360,000 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Mount Zion?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Mount Zion listings earn between JMD 84,500 and JMD 1,360,000 in a typical month, and the top tenth JMD 2,380,000 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 Mount Zion?
Listings in Mount Zion were booked on 29% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 35% for the Saint James average. June is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Mount Zion?
The average booked night in Mount Zion cost JMD 62,546 before fees. Half of listings charge between JMD 15,900 and JMD 81,300, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Mount Zion?
None of the active Mount Zion 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 Mount Zion?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Mount Zion Airbnb grossed JMD 4,348,503 in the 12 months to August 2026, 42% above the Saint James average of JMD 3,068,604, though with only 23 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, JMD 3,221,503 a year (about JMD 268,000 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 JMD 1,280,000 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Mount Zion?
March usually pays best, averaging JMD 1,170,000 per active listing over the past two years, and October usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Mount Zion?
Each night a Mount Zion listing was open to book earned JMD 18,100 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 JMD 59,400 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Mount Zion?
Mount Zion stays were booked 39 days (about six 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 Mount Zion?
The average Mount Zion Airbnb stay lasted 4.9 nights over the past year. A listing took 11 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Mount Zion rated?
Guests rate Mount Zion Airbnbs 4.66 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Mount Zion?
Port Antonio draw the most short-term rental interest in Mount Zion. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Mount Zion?
AirROI counted 23 active Airbnb listings in Mount Zion as of August 2026. The closest tracked market is St.Bran's Burg, 2 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Mount Zion?
In Mount Zion, nearly eight in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is JMD 7,899, and some higher fees lift the average to JMD 10,848.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 23 active Airbnb listings in Mount Zion from September 2025 to August 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 Jamaican dollars at JMD 158 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.
Need this programmatically? The same metrics are available through the AirROI Airbnb Data API and bulk downloads in the data portal.