Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Gore, New Zealand Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Gore brought in NZ$15,876 over the 12 months through September 2026, across just 23 active listings, so a single property can move that figure.
The short answer
Gore Airbnb Market at a Glance
Rates and bookings both trail the Southland average. Listings averaged NZ$171 a night and were booked on 39% of available nights, against NZ$270 and 48% for the Southland average.
March, usually the best month, brings in about 49% more per listing than August, usually the slowest. With only 23 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 23 active listings, Gore is the seventh-largest of 8 Southland markets AirROI tracks.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Gore?
Gross bookings per Gore listing averaged NZ$15,876 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Southland average: NZ$39,359), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Gore listing brings in NZ$2,080 in March, its best month, and NZ$1,390 in August, its slowest. June runs within 1% of March, so either can come out on top in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 28% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
Across Gore's 23 active listings, monthly revenue by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn NZ$4,530+ a month, about 2.5 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn NZ$3,240 or more, roughly NZ$1,400 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about NZ$1,840 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn NZ$802 or less, about 44% 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 1.5 times what August does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, NZ$1,820. 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.
Gore Airbnb Data by Month
Latest 12 months in the September 2026 data. September's figures are still coming in, so the rows run to August.
March 2026 led on revenue and bookings; nightly rates peaked in July 2026.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | NZ$1,944 | 45.0% | NZ$170 | NZ$65 | 48 days | 4.5 nights |
| Oct 2025 | NZ$2,723 | 36.8% | NZ$171 | NZ$88 | 61 days | 5.4 nights |
| Nov 2025 | NZ$2,192 | 48.8% | NZ$171 | NZ$73 | 51 days | 6.1 nights |
| Dec 2025 | NZ$1,544 | 33.7% | NZ$170 | NZ$50 | 94 days | 7.5 nights |
| Jan 2026 | NZ$2,053 | 48.8% | NZ$168 | NZ$66 | 39 days | 6.9 nights |
| Feb 2026 | NZ$2,438 | 50.9% | NZ$168 | NZ$87 | 89 days | 2.9 nights |
| Mar 2026 | NZ$2,738 | 56.9% | NZ$169 | NZ$88 | 39 days | 3.2 nights |
| Apr 2026 | NZ$1,980 | 46.7% | NZ$170 | NZ$66 | 47 days | 3 nights |
| May 2026 | NZ$1,650 | 35.8% | NZ$178 | NZ$53 | 73 days | 3.1 nights |
| Jun 2026 | NZ$2,610 | 53.3% | NZ$191 | NZ$87 | 22 days | 9.4 nights |
| Jul 2026 | NZ$2,439 | 37.0% | NZ$196 | NZ$79 | 39 days | 4.1 nights |
| Aug 2026 | NZ$1,499 | 31.5% | NZ$196 | NZ$48 | 45 days | 2.8 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 Gore market, enter its address and size in the free Airbnb calculator, which compares it with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Gore Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Gore Airbnb took in NZ$15,876 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about NZ$950 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 NZ$1,680 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the NZ$750 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about NZ$1,010 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about NZ$820 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.
Gore Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | NZ$15,126 | NZ$26,640 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay5% of Gore bookings | NZ$750 | NZ$1,330 |
| Gross bookings | NZ$15,876 | NZ$27,970 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 12%: 15.5% for the 74% of Gore listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −NZ$1,940 | −NZ$3,420 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; NZ$0 if you clean yourself | −NZ$750 | −NZ$1,330 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −NZ$790 | −NZ$1,400 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −NZ$320 | −NZ$560 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −NZ$480 | −NZ$840 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −NZ$160 | −NZ$160 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −NZ$80 | −NZ$80 |
| ManagementNZ$0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings | NZ$0 | NZ$0 |
| Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free | NZ$0 | NZ$0 |
| Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on | NZ$0 | NZ$0 |
| Total running costsAbout 24% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −NZ$4,520 | −NZ$7,790 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | NZ$11,356about NZ$950 a month | NZ$20,180about NZ$1,680 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Gore Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Gore'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 Gore 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 Gore's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Gore listings are booked on 64% or more of their nights, against 40% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of NZ$145 adds about NZ$1,470 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge NZ$180 a night or more, against a median of NZ$145. 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 NZ$1,510 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, March brings the average listing about NZ$2,080, against NZ$1,390 in August, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Gore listings average 4.93 stars, and 57% 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 NZ$2,330 a month, against NZ$1,320 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Gore?
Gore listings were booked on 39% of the nights they were open over the past year, 9 percentage points below the Southland average (48%) and 5 points below the New Zealand average (44%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 50% in February and falls to 32% in July.
Across Gore's 23 active listings, the share of open nights booked by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 81%+ of open nights, 41 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 64% or more, roughly four nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 40% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 18% or less, under two nights a week.
February is usually the busiest month in Gore, July the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Nightly rates
How Much Does an Airbnb Cost per Night in Gore?
The average nightly rate in Gore, known as ADR (average daily rate), was NZ$171 over the past year, about 37% below the Southland average of NZ$270 and about 49% below the New Zealand average of NZ$335. In a typical year, rates peak in July and August at about NZ$180 and bottom out in September and November at about NZ$150.
Across Gore's 23 active listings, nightly rates by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge NZ$280+ a night, about twice the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge NZ$180 or more, about NZ$35 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about NZ$145 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge NZ$115 or less, about 80% of the median.
July rates run 20% above September's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, NZ$166.
What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Gore?
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 Gore it averaged NZ$73 over the past year. Counting only the listings booked in each month and averaging each month over two years, it runs from about NZ$45 in August to about NZ$73 in February.
Across Gore's 23 active listings, RevPAR by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn NZ$136+ per open night, about 3.5 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn NZ$105 or more, about NZ$65 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about NZ$39 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn NZ$28 or less, about three-quarters of the median.
February RevPAR is about 1.6 times August's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, NZ$60. The 12-month RevPAR of NZ$73 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 Gore
With only 23 active listings, the monthly pattern in Gore is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue has tended to peak in March and bottom out in August.
Average revenue by month in Gore
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, NZ$1,820.
Revenue by month in Gore in numbers
| Month | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|
| January | NZ$1,730 |
| February | NZ$2,050 |
| March | NZ$2,080 |
| April | NZ$1,640 |
| May | NZ$1,600 |
| June | NZ$2,070 |
| July | NZ$1,820 |
| August | NZ$1,390 |
| September | NZ$1,780 |
| October | NZ$2,060 |
| November | NZ$1,890 |
| December | NZ$1,720 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Gore?
Guests book Gore stays 58 days ahead on average (about eight weeks). December stays are booked furthest out, about 117 days ahead, and August stays closest to arrival, about 41 days. A typical December booking is made in mid-August.
December 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 58 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 Gore
None of the 23 active listings in Gore 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 Gore.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Gore
AirROI's area guide picks eight Gore neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Gore Town, Mataura and Lumsden. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Gore Town | The central hub of Gore, offering a mix of culture and convenience. It attracts tourists looking to explore local attractions and events. | Hokonui Moonshine Museum, Gore Historical Museum, Gore Gardens, Local craft markets, Fishing opportunities in nearby rivers |
| Mataura | A small township near Gore known for its scenic riverside views and outdoor activities. Popular with those seeking recreational opportunities. | Mataura River, Fishing and whitewater rafting, Mataura Historical Site, Riverside parks |
| Lumsden | A charming town on the way to Fiordland, great for travelers seeking a stopover with beautiful landscapes. | Lumsden Railway Heritage Centre, Riverside walks, Local cafes and shops |
| Kawarau | A picturesque area known for its stunning landscapes and outdoor adventures. It attracts nature lovers and adventure seekers. | Hiking trails, Biking routes, Scenic views of mountains and rivers |
| Edendale | A rural community with a rich agricultural background, popular for those looking to experience New Zealand's farming charm. | Local farms, Cultural experiences, Rural landscapes |
| Waitangi | A quaint spot near the Clutha River, appealing to visitors interested in natural beauty and tranquility. | Clutha River walks, Scenic picnic areas, Bird watching |
| Abbotsford | A suburb of Dunedin nearby, providing a quieter atmosphere while still being close to city attractions. | Local parks, Nearby shopping areas, Proximity to Dunedin attractions |
| Riversdale | A small town known for its friendly community and outdoor lifestyle. It attracts families and those looking for a peaceful retreat. | Riversdale beach, Campsites, Fishing spots |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Nearby markets
Gore vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the three nearby markets in the table, all within 77 km, Invercargill City (59 km away) earned the most per listing, about 61% more than Gore.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Invercargill City 59 km | 117 | NZ$25,539 | NZ$203 | 42% |
| Northern Community 59 km | 38 | NZ$22,442 | NZ$194 | 36% |
| Oraka Aparima Community 77 km | 68 | NZ$20,189 | NZ$217 | 34% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Southland
- Fiordland Community Airbnb data 350 listings
- Stewart Island / Rakiura Community Airbnb data 30 listings
See all 8 Southland Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Gore
Markets elsewhere in New Zealand with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Gore:
- Whanganui Airbnb data New Zealand · NZ$194/night · 39.6%
- Lower Hutt Airbnb data New Zealand · NZ$185/night · 42.9%
- Palmerston North Airbnb data New Zealand · NZ$190/night · 42.9%
- Kaipātiki Airbnb data New Zealand · NZ$204/night · 41.5%
- Porirua Airbnb data New Zealand · NZ$201/night · 42.8%
- Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Airbnb data New Zealand · NZ$186/night · 45.3%
FAQ
Gore Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Gore?
An active Gore Airbnb grossed NZ$15,876 on average in the 12 months to September 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 NZ$3,240 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Gore?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Gore listings earn between NZ$802 and NZ$3,240 in a typical month, and the top tenth NZ$4,530 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 Gore?
Listings in Gore were booked on 39% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 48% for the Southland average. February is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Gore?
The average booked night in Gore cost NZ$171 before fees. Half of listings charge between NZ$115 and NZ$180, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Gore?
None of the active Gore 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 Gore?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Gore Airbnb grossed NZ$15,876 in the 12 months to September 2026, 60% below the Southland average of NZ$39,359, 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, NZ$11,356 a year (about NZ$950 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 NZ$1,680 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Gore?
March usually pays best, averaging NZ$2,080 per active listing over the past two years, and August usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Gore?
Each night a Gore listing was open to book earned NZ$73 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 NZ$136 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Gore?
Gore stays were booked 58 days (about eight 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 Gore?
The average Gore Airbnb stay lasted 5 nights over the past year. A listing took 21 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Gore rated?
Guests rate Gore Airbnbs 4.93 out of 5 on average. Guests score cleanliness highest and location lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Gore?
Gore Town, Mataura and Lumsden draw the most short-term rental interest in Gore. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Gore?
AirROI counted 23 active Airbnb listings in Gore as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Invercargill City, 59 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Gore?
In Gore, nearly eight in ten listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about NZ$34.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 23 active Airbnb listings in Gore 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 New Zealand dollars at NZ$1.71 per US$, 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.