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Airbnb market data · 202512 months to April 2025
The average Airbnb in Kubwa brought in ₦7,317,456 over the 12 months through April 2025.
AirROI's latest figures for Kubwa run through April 2025.
The short answer
Listings averaged ₦103,398 a night and were booked on 20% of available nights.
Timing matters: in May, the best month, the average listing earned about 3.3 times as much as in December, the slowest. With only 31 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 31 active listings, Kubwa is the third-largest of 6 Federal Capital Territory markets AirROI tracks.
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Gross bookings per Kubwa listing averaged ₦7,317,456 over the 12 months to April 2025 (Federal Capital Territory average: ₦4,148,418), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
The average Kubwa listing brought in ₦2,790,000 in May, its best month, and ₦846,000 in December, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 40% 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 3.7 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
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 earned about 3.3 times what December did
Average revenue per active listing, by month
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, ₦1,460,000.
Latest 12 months in the April 2025 data.
May led on revenue and bookings; nightly rates peaked in December.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | Booking Lead Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 2024 | ₦2,789,707 | 65.6% | ₦82,134 | 2 days |
| Jun 2024 | ₦2,574,618 | 20.0% | ₦82,314 | 2 days |
| Jul 2024 | ₦974,882 | 24.7% | ₦83,685 | 6 days |
| Aug 2024 | ₦1,104,846 | 32.3% | ₦82,485 | 21 days |
| Sep 2024 | ₦1,196,401 | 16.0% | ₦82,185 | 13 days |
| Oct 2024 | ₦1,020,217 | 12.9% | ₦82,427 | 10 days |
| Nov 2024 | ₦1,419,682 | 32.2% | ₦82,014 | 17 days |
| Dec 2024 | ₦846,189 | 17.4% | ₦101,538 | 14 days |
| Jan 2025 | ₦1,194,733 | 13.4% | ₦97,058 | 4 days |
| Feb 2025 | ₦1,617,094 | 60.7% | ₦94,980 | 16 days |
| Mar 2025 | ₦1,441,263 | 16.2% | ₦93,036 | 2 days |
| Apr 2025 | ₦1,328,704 | 15.0% | ₦91,925 | 12 days |
Averages per active listing in each month. Highlighted: the highest-revenue month. Booking lead time is the days between booking and check-in for stays in that month.
These are market-wide figures. To see what one particular Kubwa home could earn, enter its address, bedrooms and guests in the Airbnb profit calculator; it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Yes, when it's run well. The average Kubwa Airbnb took in ₦7,317,456 in the 12 months to April 2025, an average that counts every active listing, including those open only part of the year. A listing in the top quarter took in about ₦15,100,000, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about ₦928,000 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.
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Gross bookings | ₦7,317,456 | ₦15,100,000 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's fee15.5% of bookings, Airbnb's standard host-only fee | −₦1,134,000 | −₦2,341,000 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −₦366,000 | −₦755,000 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −₦146,000 | −₦302,000 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −₦220,000 | −₦453,000 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −₦73,000 | −₦73,000 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −₦37,000 | −₦37,000 |
| 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 27% of bookings | −₦1,976,000 | −₦3,961,000 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | ₦5,341,456about ₦445,000 a month | ₦11,139,000about ₦928,000 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
The estimate starts from Kubwa'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 Kubwa 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.
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 ₦1,258,000 a month, against ₦610,000 for the average one.
Occupancy
Kubwa listings were booked on 20% of the nights they were open over the past year, 7 percentage points below the Federal Capital Territory average (27%) and 10 points below the Nigeria average (30%). Occupancy swings from 13% in October to 66% in May.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 4.2 times as often as the bottom quarter.
May was the busiest month in Kubwa, October the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month
The 12-month rate of 20% averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Nightly rates
The average nightly rate in Kubwa, known as ADR (average daily rate), was ₦103,398 over the past year, about 16% above the Federal Capital Territory average of ₦88,800 and about 26% below the Nigeria average of ₦139,000. Averaged month by month, rates peak in December at about ₦102,000 and bottom out in May and November at about ₦82,000.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 5.5 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
December rates ran 24% above November's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, ₦88,000. The 12-month ADR of ₦103,398 averages each listing's own rate across its whole year; the monthly points average listings month by month, so the two differ.
Seasonality
With only 31 active listings, the monthly pattern in Kubwa is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue peaked in May and bottomed out in December.
Guests book Kubwa stays 8 days ahead on average, so many trips are booked close to arrival. August stays are booked furthest out, about 21 days ahead, and March stays closest to arrival, about 2 days. A typical August booking is made in late July.
August stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay
The 12-month figure of 8 days averages each listing's year as a whole; each month here averages only the listings with stays in it.
Permits
None of the 31 active listings in Kubwa 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 Kubwa.
Neighborhoods
AirROI's area guide picks seven Kubwa neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Kubwa Central, Federal Housing Estate and Zuba. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Kubwa Central | Kubwa Central is a bustling hub with easy access to major roads and public transport. It is a popular area for visitors due to its proximity to shopping centers and restaurants. | Kubwa Market, Sabo Market, Tudun Wada, Kubwa Modern Market, Jabi Lake Mall |
| Federal Housing Estate | Known for its spacious residential properties and quiet environment, this area attracts families and long-term travelers looking for a peaceful stay close to the city. | Bwari Area Council, Aso Rock, Nigerian National Mosque, Millennium Park, Jabi Lake |
| Zuba | A growing suburb with affordable accommodation options. It's a great location for visitors who want to explore the outskirts of Abuja while having convenient access to the city. | Zuba Market, Jabi Lake, Bwari Technology Village, Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, National Mosque |
| Phase 1 and 2 | These phases are vibrant neighborhoods that attract a mix of business and leisure travelers due to their amenities and local culture. | Kubwa Plaza, Local eateries, Nigerian Railway Corporation Museum, Shopping centers, Cultural festivals |
| Sabo Gida | A cultural neighborhood with local attractions and authentic Nigerian experiences. Ideal for guests looking for a taste of local life. | Sabo Gida Traditional Festival, Local artisan shops, Cultural dance events, Community markets, Nigerian cuisine restaurants |
| Dawaki | An up-and-coming area with modern infrastructure, attractive to younger travelers and professionals seeking modern accommodations at reasonable prices. | Dawaki Market, Greenfields Estate, Local hangout spots, Abuja Technology Village, Nigerian Film Institute |
| Jahi | A rapidly developing area close to major business districts, making it ideal for business travelers who value convenience and accessibility. | Jahi Mall, Local cafes, Business centers, Nearby parks, Events and exhibitions |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Entire homes make up 87% of listings in Kubwa, ahead of private rooms at 10%. Apartments and condos are the most common property type at 58%, ahead of houses (42%).
Listings by room type
Kubwa Airbnb listings by room type
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 87.1% | 27 |
| Private room | 9.7% | 3 |
| Shared room | 3.2% | 1 |
Listings by property type
Kubwa Airbnb listings by property type
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Apartment/Condo | 58.1% | 18 |
| House | 41.9% | 13 |
Among homes with two or more bedrooms, two-bedroom homes are the most common in Kubwa (33% of listings), and 43% of listings have three or more bedrooms. The chart's studio and one-bedroom column also counts private rooms, since Airbnb lists a rented room as one bedroom.
Kubwa listings by number of bedrooms
Listings with each number of bedrooms
| Bedrooms | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Studio or 1 bedroom | 23.3% | 7 |
| 2 bedrooms | 33.3% | 10 |
| 3 bedrooms | 30.0% | 9 |
| 4 bedrooms | 6.7% | 2 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 6.7% | 2 |
The most common capacity in Kubwa is six guests (33% of listings), and 50% of listings sleep six or more.
Kubwa listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | 3.3% | 1 |
| 2 guests | 20.0% | 6 |
| 4 guests | 26.7% | 8 |
| 6 guests | 33.3% | 10 |
| 7 guests | 3.3% | 1 |
| 8+ guests | 13.3% | 4 |
Free on-site parking is close to standard in Kubwa: 97% of listings offer it.
Share of Kubwa listings with each common amenity
Guests
Kubwa runs on foreign visitors: 100% of guests who left reviews live outside Nigeria. The United States leads with 60% of reviewers, ahead of the United Kingdom at 40%.
100% of Kubwa guests come from abroad
Where guests who left reviews live
Where Kubwa guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Baltimore | 20.0% |
| Coral Springs | 20.0% |
| London | 10.0% |
| Chandler | 10.0% |
Where Kubwa guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 60.0% |
| United Kingdom | 40.0% |
Languages spoken by Kubwa guests
Share of guests who left reviews
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 100.0% |
Booking patterns
All Kubwa listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but none are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 77% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Kubwa listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 90.3% | 28 |
| 181-270 days | 9.7% | 3 |
Days a year Kubwa listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 91-180 days | 9.7% | 3 |
| 31-90 days | 77.4% | 24 |
| 1-30 days | 12.9% | 4 |
About eight in ten listings in Kubwa accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Kubwa listings
Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more
Flexible is the most common cancellation policy in Kubwa, used by 67% of listings with a policy on file; it refunds guests in full if they cancel at least a day before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: more than eight in ten listings with a policy on file offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 17% on Firm or stricter ones.
Cancellation policies of Kubwa listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
Top earners
The top-grossing Airbnb in Kubwa, a six-bedroom home, took in ₦34,200,000 over the past year, about 4.7 times the city's average of ₦7,320,000.
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Kubwa out-earns every one of the two nearby markets in the table, all within 14 km; the best of them, Abuja, averaged about 41% less per listing.
FAQ
An active Kubwa Airbnb grossed ₦7,317,456 on average in the 12 months to April 2025, according to AirROI's tracking of 31 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in ₦1,760,000 or more in a typical month.
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Kubwa listings earn between ₦464,000 and ₦1,760,000 in a typical month, and the top tenth ₦3,490,000 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Listings in Kubwa were booked on 20% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 27% for the Federal Capital Territory average. May was the busiest month.
The average booked night in Kubwa cost ₦103,398 before fees. Half of listings charge between ₦36,300 and ₦102,000; a few high-priced homes pull the average above that range.
None of the active Kubwa 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.
Yes, when it's run well. The average Kubwa Airbnb grossed ₦7,317,456 in the 12 months to April 2025, 76% above the Federal Capital Territory average of ₦4,148,418, counting listings open only part of the year. A listing at the top-quarter mark, run by its owner with everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, has about ₦928,000 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.
May paid best over the past year, at ₦2,790,000 per active listing, and December paid least. The month-by-month table above shows how rates and bookings each move.
Kubwa stays were booked 8 days before arrival on average over the past year, so a listing can still fill close to the date.
Kubwa Central, Federal Housing Estate and Zuba draw the most short-term rental interest in Kubwa. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
AirROI counted 31 active Airbnb listings in Kubwa as of April 2025. The closest tracked market is Gwarinpa, 8 km away.
Method
Figures on this page cover 31 active Airbnb listings in Kubwa from May 2024 to April 2025 (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 Nigerian nairas at ₦1,375 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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