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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to October 2026

Kulim, Malaysia Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends

Source: AirROI Reviewed by , Founder @ AirROI Updated

Active Airbnb listings
42
Avg. booking lead time
32 days
Listings showing a permit
0%
Peak revenue month
May
Lowest revenue month
November

The short answer

Kulim Airbnb Market at a Glance

Rates and bookings both trail the Kedah average. Listings averaged RM 313 a night and were booked on 23% of available nights, against RM 435 and 28% for the Kedah average.

Timing matters: in May, usually the best month, the average listing earns about twice as much as in November, usually the slowest. With only 42 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.

With 42 active listings, Kulim is the tenth-largest of 16 Kedah markets AirROI tracks.

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Revenue

How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Kulim?

Gross bookings per Kulim listing averaged RM 21,557 over the 12 months to October 2026 (Kedah average: RM 35,715), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.

In a typical year, the average Kulim listing brings in RM 3,510 in May, its best month, and RM 1,720 in November, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 31% 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.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn RM 5,870+ a month, about 3.6 times the typical property.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn RM 2,760 or more, roughly RM 1,100 a month above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about RM 1,640 a month.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn RM 874 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.

May earns about twice what November does

Average revenue per active listing, by month, October 2024 to September 2026

The dashed line is the average of the months shown, RM 2,590. 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.

Kulim 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.

May 2026 led on revenue and nightly rate; bookings peaked in October 2025.

Average monthly Airbnb revenue, occupancy, nightly rate, RevPAR, booking lead time and length of stay per active listing in Kulim, Oct 2025 to Sep 2026
MonthAvg. RevenueOccupancyAvg. Nightly RateRevPARBooking Lead TimeAvg. Length of Stay
Oct 2025RM 3,07429.8%RM 301RM 9972 days4.3 nights
Nov 2025RM 2,35326.4%RM 301RM 7879 days2 nights
Dec 2025RM 3,07228.5%RM 300RM 9924 days1.7 nights
Jan 2026RM 2,31222.2%RM 297RM 7527 days1.9 nights
Feb 2026RM 2,44920.7%RM 295RM 8727 days2 nights
Mar 2026RM 2,75127.6%RM 296RM 8938 days3.3 nights
Apr 2026RM 2,52422.1%RM 305RM 8431 days1.9 nights
May 2026RM 3,59526.3%RM 311RM 11636 days1.8 nights
Jun 2026RM 2,18621.8%RM 303RM 7321 days2.4 nights
Jul 2026RM 3,06421.8%RM 291RM 9931 days1.9 nights
Aug 2026RM 2,94026.0%RM 297RM 9551 days2.1 nights
Sep 2026RM 3,08829.2%RM 295RM 10336 days2.6 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.

The typical Kulim listing earns about RM 1,640 a month, but one property can land well above or below that. The Airbnb profit calculator gives a range for a specific address, built from the comparable listings around it.

Profit

Is an Airbnb in Kulim Profitable?

Yes, when it's run well. The average Kulim Airbnb took in RM 21,557 in the 12 months to October 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 RM 36,180, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about RM 2,210 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.

Kulim 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 Kulim Airbnb
LineAverage listingTop-quarter listing
Money in
Nightly bookingsRM 21,167RM 35,530
Cleaning fees guests pay2% of Kulim bookingsRM 390RM 650
Gross bookingsRM 21,557RM 36,180
Running costs
Airbnb's feeAbout 14%: 15.5% for the 88% of Kulim listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest−RM 3,020−RM 5,070
Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; RM 0 if you clean yourself−RM 390−RM 650
Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings−RM 1,080−RM 1,810
Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2%−RM 430−RM 720
Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3%−RM 650−RM 1,090
Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover−RM 220−RM 220
Permit and registrationWhere one is required−RM 110−RM 110
ManagementRM 0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookingsRM 0RM 0
Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are freeRM 0RM 0
Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed onRM 0RM 0
Total running costsAbout 26% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee−RM 5,900−RM 9,670
Left for housing costs, then profitRM 15,657about RM 1,300 a monthRM 26,510about RM 2,210 a month
Housing costs
Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo feesDepend on the home

Estimate Your Own Kulim Airbnb Profit

The estimate starts from Kulim'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 Kulim 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.

How Kulim's Top Earners Get There

  • More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Kulim listings are booked on 34% or more of their nights, against 20% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of RM 250 adds about RM 2,490 in bookings.
  • Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge RM 300 a night or more, against a median of RM 250. 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 RM 2,120 a year.
  • Open for the busy months. In a typical year, May brings the average listing about RM 3,510, against RM 1,720 in November, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
  • Reviews that stand out. Kulim listings average 4.80 stars, and 24% 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 RM 3,020 a month, against RM 1,800 for the average one.

Occupancy

What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Kulim?

Kulim listings were booked on 23% of the nights they were open over the past year, 5 percentage points below the Kedah average (28%) and 6 points below the Malaysia average (29%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 34% in December and falls to 20% in June.

The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 4.9 times as often as the bottom quarter.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 52%+ of open nights, 32 points above the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) fill 34% or more, roughly two and a half nights a week.
  • Typical properties (median) fill about 20% of open nights.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 11% or less, less than one night a week.

December is usually the busiest month in Kulim, June the quietest

Share of open nights booked, by month, October 2024 to September 2026

The 12-month rate of 23% 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 Kulim?

The average nightly rate in Kulim, known as ADR (average daily rate), was RM 313 over the past year, about 28% below the Kedah average of RM 435 and about 9% below the Malaysia average of RM 345. Averaged month by month over the past two years, rates peak in May and June at about RM 305 and bottom out in October and December at about RM 255.

The top 10% charge about twice the rate of the bottom quarter.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge RM 400+ a night, about 1.6 times the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) charge RM 300 or more, about RM 50 above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) charge about RM 250 a night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge RM 210 or less, about 16% below the median.

May rates run 19% above December's

Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026

The dashed line is the average of the months shown, RM 286. The 12-month ADR of RM 313 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 Kulim?

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 Kulim it averaged RM 80 over the past year, from about RM 57 in a typical November to about RM 113 in a typical May.

Per open night, by tier:

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn RM 99+ per open night, about 1.8 times the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn RM 77 or more, about RM 20 a night above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about RM 55 per open night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn RM 38 or less, about two-thirds of the median.

May RevPAR is about twice November's

Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026

The dashed line is the average of the months shown, RM 85. The 12-month RevPAR of RM 80 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 Kulim

With only 42 active listings, the monthly pattern in Kulim is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue has tended to peak in May and bottom out in November.

Average revenue by month in Kulim

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, RM 2,590.

Revenue by month in Kulim in numbers
Average monthly revenue per active listing in Kulim, by calendar month
MonthRevenue per listing
JanuaryRM 2,640
FebruaryRM 2,520
MarchRM 2,310
AprilRM 2,430
MayRM 3,510
JuneRM 1,930
JulyRM 2,670
AugustRM 2,690
SeptemberRM 2,980
OctoberRM 2,430
NovemberRM 1,720
DecemberRM 3,200

How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Kulim?

Guests book Kulim stays 32 days ahead on average (about five weeks). March stays are booked furthest out, about 49 days ahead, and June stays closest to arrival, about 23 days. A typical March booking is made in late January.

March stays are booked furthest ahead

Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, October 2024 to September 2026

The 12-month figure of 32 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 Kulim

None of the 42 active listings in Kulim 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 Kulim.

Neighborhoods

Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Kulim

AirROI's area guide picks seven Kulim neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Kedah Heritage House, Kulim Hi-Tech Park and Taman Selasih. 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 Kulim
AreaWho it suitsLandmarks nearby
Kedah Heritage HouseA cultural gem showcasing traditional Kedah architecture. Attracts tourists interested in the local culture and heritage, making it ideal for cultural experiences.Kedah State Museum, Zahir Mosque, Lota House, Gurun Rice Museum, Mount Jerai
Kulim Hi-Tech ParkA major industrial and technological hub, attracting business travelers and long-term stays. Ideal for guests visiting tech companies and businesses in the area.Hi-Tech Innovation Centre, Pioneer Avenue, Kulim Technology Park, Eco-park, Café and dining options
Taman SelasihA residential area known for its family-friendly environment. Suitable for families looking for a quiet stay, with parks and local amenities.Selasih Park, local markets, family restaurants, Cultural activity centers
Pantai MerdekaA beautiful beach destination, popular as a weekend getaway. Ideal for tourists seeking a beach vacation experience.Merdeka Beach, Water sports activities, Local seafood restaurants, Beach front resorts, Sunset views
Kulim CentralThe heart of Kulim with easy access to transport and local amenities. Perfect for travelers looking for convenience and accessibility.Kulim Landmark, Local shopping centers, Dining options, Cafes and nightlife
Taman MachangAn emerging residential area, easily accessible, with potential for future growth. Suitable for budget travelers and explorers.Local parks, Community centers, Traditional markets, Street food stalls
Gunung Mulu National ParkA UNESCO World Heritage site, known for its stunning limestone formations and biodiversity. Attracts nature lovers and adventurers.Mulu Caves, Canopy Walkway, River adventures, Bird watching, Nature trails

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

Listings

Kulim Airbnb Listings by Type and Size

Almost every Airbnb in Kulim is an entire home: 98% of listings, with private rooms at 2%. Houses account for 100% of the stock.

Nearly all listings rent the whole place

Kulim Airbnb listings by room type

  • Entire home 98%
  • Private room 2%
Room types in numbers
Kulim Airbnb listings by room type
Room typeShare of listingsListings
Entire home97.6%41
Private room2.4%1

Houses dominate the property mix

Kulim Airbnb listings by property type

  • House 100%
Property types in numbers

How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Kulim Have?

Most Kulim homes are built for groups: 98% of entire homes have three or more bedrooms, and three-bedroom homes are the most common size (63%).

Kulim entire homes by number of bedrooms

Entire homes with each number of bedrooms

Bedroom counts in numbers
Kulim entire homes by number of bedrooms
BedroomsShare of entire homesEntire homes
2 bedrooms2.4%1
3 bedrooms63.4%26
4 bedrooms26.8%11
5+ bedrooms7.3%3

What Each Home Size Earns in Kulim

A typical three-bedroom home in Kulim earned RM 10,700 over the past year, against RM 13,400 for a four-bedroom home.

What each home size earns in Kulim
Home sizeListingsTypical annual revenue (median)Average annual revenueAvg. nightly rateOccupancy
3 bedrooms26RM 10,700RM 12,000RM 25722%
4 bedrooms11RM 13,400RM 17,700RM 29821%

How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Kulim Sleep?

Kulim is a group-trip market: 62% of listings sleep eight or more guests, about 2.9 times the share of the next most common size, six guests (21%).

Kulim listings by guest capacity

Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep

Guest capacity in numbers
Kulim listings by guest capacity
Guest capacityShare of listingsListings
5 guests7.1%3
6 guests21.4%9
7 guests9.5%4
8+ guests61.9%26

How Kulim Airbnb Listings Are Set Up

Kulim hosts set up an average of 4.5 beds per listing. 52% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.

Photos per listing
27
Beds per listing
4.5
Show exact location
52%

What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Kulim Offer?

Washers are close to standard in Kulim: 95% of listings have one, and 74% offer self check-in.

Share of Kulim listings with each common amenity

  • Air conditioning Nearly all
  • Free parking on premises Nearly all
  • TV 95%
  • Kitchen 95%
  • Washer 95%
  • Self check-in 74%
  • Wifi 74%
  • Iron 71%
  • Refrigerator 71%
  • Hangers 71%

Guests

Who Books Airbnbs in Kulim?

Kulim draws mostly domestic guests: 94% of those who left reviews live in Malaysia. Kuala Lumpur alone accounts for 26% of reviews. Of the 6% from abroad, most come from the United States and Singapore. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 48%, followed by Malay and Chinese.

94% of Kulim guests are domestic

Where guests who left reviews live

  • Domestic 94%
  • International 6%

Where Kulim guests come from: top cities

Share of guests who left reviews

  • Kuala Lumpur 26%
  • Selangor 18%
  • Petaling Jaya 5%
  • Kulim 5%
  • Malacca 4%
Top origin cities in numbers
Where Kulim guests come from: top cities
Origin cityShare of guests
Kuala Lumpur26.0%
Selangor17.8%
Petaling Jaya5.5%
Kulim5.5%
Malacca4.1%

Where Kulim guests come from: top countries

Share of guests who left reviews

  • Malaysia 94%
  • United States 3%
  • Singapore 1%
  • Argentina 1%
  • Canada 1%
Top origin countries in numbers
Where Kulim guests come from: top countries
Origin countryShare of guests
Malaysia93.6%
United States2.6%
Singapore1.3%
Argentina1.3%
Canada1.3%

Languages spoken by Kulim guests

Share of guests who left reviews

  • English 48%
  • Malay 39%
  • Chinese 9%
  • Spanish 1%
  • German 1%
Top languages in numbers
Languages spoken by Kulim guests
LanguageShare of guests
English48.1%
Malay39.0%
Chinese9.1%
Spanish1.3%
German1.3%

What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Kulim?

Kulim Airbnbs average 4.80 stars, and 24% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and cleanliness is the lowest, at 4.77.

Communication scores highest in Kulim; cleanliness is lowest

Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0

  • Accuracy 4.81
  • Cleanliness 4.77
  • Communication 4.88
  • Location 4.79
  • Check-in 4.87
  • Value 4.79
Category scores in numbers
Kulim guest ratings by category
CategoryAverage rating (out of 5)
Accuracy4.81
Cleanliness4.77
Communication4.88
Location4.79
Check-in4.87
Value4.79

Booking patterns

How Guests Book in Kulim: Stays, Rules and Fees

Nearly all Kulim listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 2% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 48% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.

Days a year Kulim listings are open to guests

Share of listings by days a year

  • 271-366 days 81%
  • 181-270 days 17%
  • 91-180 days 2%
Open days in numbers
Days a year Kulim listings are open to guests
Days a yearShare of listingsListings
271-366 days81.0%34
181-270 days16.7%7
91-180 days2.4%1

Days a year Kulim listings are booked or blocked

Share of listings by days a year

  • 181-270 days 2%
  • 91-180 days 19%
  • 31-90 days 48%
  • 1-30 days 31%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
Days a year Kulim listings are booked or blocked
Days a yearShare of listingsListings
181-270 days2.4%1
91-180 days19.0%8
31-90 days47.6%20
1-30 days31.0%13

What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Kulim?

The average Kulim booking lasts 2.4 nights, longest in October and shortest in July. Listings took about 16 bookings each over the year. Nearly all listings that give a check-in time set it at 3 p.m., with check-out usually at noon.

Average length of stay by month in Kulim

Average nights per booking, by month of stay

Two-year average by calendar month.

Kulim Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements

All listings in Kulim accept stays of one or two nights.

Minimum stay set by Kulim listings

Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more

  • 1 Night 98% 41 listings
  • 2 Nights 2% 1 listing

What Cancellation Policies Do Airbnb Hosts Use in Kulim?

Flexible is the most common cancellation policy in Kulim, used by 64% of listings; it refunds guests in full if they cancel at least a day before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: about eight in ten listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 14% on Firm or stricter ones.

Cancellation policies of Kulim listings, from most to least flexible

Share of listings by the policy they use

  • Flexible 64% 27 listings
  • Moderate 17% 7 listings
  • Limited 5% 2 listings
  • Firm 12% 5 listings
  • Strict 2% 1 listing

How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Kulim?

14% of Kulim listings charge a cleaning fee. Fees here tend to be small: for listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up only about 2% of gross revenue.

Listings charging a fee
14.3%
Share of gross revenue
1.8%

Top earners

Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Kulim

The top-grossing Airbnb in Kulim, a seven-bedroom home, took in RM 163,000 over the past year, about 7.6 times the city's average of RM 21,600. Three of the six listings below have five or more bedrooms; the other three have three and four bedrooms.

Kulim Mini Homestay II @22 people-27 people Kulim Mini Homestay II @22 people-27 people Entire home · 7 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Revenue
RM 162,844
Occupancy
45.1%
Daily rate
RM 1,190
Kulim Mini HomeStay 18 Pax Kulim Mini HomeStay 18 Pax Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.98
Revenue
RM 145,236
Occupancy
65.3%
Daily rate
RM 673
Twenty10 Private Indoor Pools Twenty10 Private Indoor Pools Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Revenue
RM 67,777
Occupancy
23.8%
Daily rate
RM 1,042
Pa & Ma Bandar Putra | 4BR • 5Q • Fully Aircond Pa & Ma Bandar Putra | 4BR • 5Q • Fully Aircond Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.84
Revenue
RM 49,068
Occupancy
44.7%
Daily rate
RM 295
The Casa (netflix, Wi-fi) The Casa (netflix, Wi-fi) Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.78
Revenue
RM 31,152
Occupancy
29.2%
Daily rate
RM 288
HAZZ Homestay Series Rambai HAZZ Homestay Series Rambai Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.83
Revenue
RM 29,431
Occupancy
36.0%
Daily rate
RM 271

Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Kulim?

Fewer than 1% of Kulim listings are classed as professionally managed. Superhosts run 36% of listings. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 88% of listings.

Superhosts
35.7%
Professional management
0.0%
Cohosted listings
9.5%
Instant Book enabled
47.6%
Simplified Pricing
88.1%

Nearby markets

Kulim vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets

Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 28 km, Jelutong (28 km away, 39 listings) earned the most per listing, about 44% more than Kulim.

Airbnb markets near Kulim: distance, revenue, nightly rate and occupancy
MarketListingsAvg. annual revenueAvg. nightly rateOccupancy
Bukit Mertajam 13 km428RM 16,560RM 28323%
Simpang Ampat 16 km46RM 14,438RM 29824%
Perai 18 km35RM 20,017RM 30629%
Permatang Pauh 18 km37RM 16,936RM 30623%
Kepala Batas 19 km47RM 18,442RM 31323%
Butterworth 21 km113RM 22,661RM 31529%
Nibong Tebal 26 km35RM 16,179RM 29322%
Jelutong 28 km39RM 31,099RM 46334%

Other Airbnb Markets in Kedah

See all 16 Kedah Airbnb markets

Markets Similar to Kulim

Markets elsewhere in Malaysia with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Kulim:

FAQ

Kulim Airbnb FAQ

How much do Airbnb hosts make in Kulim?

An active Kulim Airbnb grossed RM 21,557 on average in the 12 months to October 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 42 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in RM 2,760 or more in a typical month.

How much can I make on Airbnb in Kulim?

It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Kulim listings earn between RM 874 and RM 2,760 in a typical month, and the top tenth RM 5,870 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 Kulim?

Listings in Kulim were booked on 23% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 28% for the Kedah average. December is usually the busiest month.

How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Kulim?

The average booked night in Kulim cost RM 313 before fees. Half of listings charge between RM 210 and RM 300; a few high-priced homes pull the average above that range.

Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Kulim?

None of the active Kulim 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 Kulim?

Yes, when it's run well. The average Kulim Airbnb grossed RM 21,557 in the 12 months to October 2026, 40% below the Kedah average of RM 35,715, 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 RM 2,210 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 Kulim?

May usually pays best, averaging RM 3,510 per active listing over the past two years, and November usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.

What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Kulim?

Each night a Kulim listing was open to book earned RM 80 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 RM 99 or more.

How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Kulim?

Kulim stays were booked 32 days (about five 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 Kulim?

The average Kulim Airbnb stay lasted 2.4 nights over the past year. A listing took 16 reservations over the year on average.

How are Airbnbs in Kulim rated?

Guests rate Kulim Airbnbs 4.80 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and cleanliness lowest.

What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Kulim?

Kedah Heritage House, Kulim Hi-Tech Park and Taman Selasih draw the most short-term rental interest in Kulim. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.

How many Airbnbs are there in Kulim?

AirROI counted 42 active Airbnb listings in Kulim as of October 2026. The closest tracked market is Bukit Mertajam, 13 km away.

How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Kulim?

In Kulim, 14% of listings add a cleaning fee, and the fees tend to be small: for listings that charge one, they make up only about 2% of gross revenue.

How many tourists visit Kulim, Malaysia?

All of Malaysia had 37,961,485 visitors in 2024, Tourism Malaysia reports. AirROI estimates 655 Airbnb stays in Kulim, Malaysia in the 12 months to October 2026, which counts bookings and not tourists. See Malaysia tourism statistics.

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About This Data

Figures on this page cover 42 active Airbnb listings in Kulim 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 Malaysian ringgits at RM 4.05 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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