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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to October 2026
The average Airbnb in Karlsøy brought in kr 244,913 over the 12 months through October 2026, in line with the Troms og Finnmark average of kr 245,817.
The short answer
Karlsøy earns on price rather than volume. Listings averaged kr 2,973 a night and were booked on 38% of available nights, against kr 2,560 and 46% for the Troms og Finnmark average.
Timing matters: in December, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 2.4 times as much as in May, usually the slowest. With only 32 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 32 active listings, Karlsøy is the 13th-largest of 23 Troms og Finnmark markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 47% while the number of active listings shrank 16%.
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Gross bookings per Karlsøy listing averaged kr 244,913 over the 12 months to October 2026 (Troms og Finnmark average: kr 245,817), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Karlsøy listing brings in kr 45,400 in December, its best month, and kr 19,200 in May, 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%.
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.
December earns about 2.4 times what May does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, October 2024 to September 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, kr 29,000. 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.
Latest 12 months in the October 2026 data. October's figures are still coming in, so the rows run to September.
December 2025 led on revenue. Nightly rates peaked in September 2026 and bookings in July 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | kr 23,445 | 34.5% | kr 2,775 | kr 756 | 66 days | 5.7 nights |
| Nov 2025 | kr 24,000 | 29.2% | kr 2,757 | kr 800 | 33 days | 5.2 nights |
| Dec 2025 | kr 45,352 | 45.6% | kr 2,856 | kr 1,463 | 84 days | 6.4 nights |
| Jan 2026 | kr 42,351 | 48.4% | kr 2,771 | kr 1,366 | 70 days | 6.4 nights |
| Feb 2026 | kr 36,849 | 48.1% | kr 2,673 | kr 1,316 | 81 days | 5.7 nights |
| Mar 2026 | kr 34,679 | 42.7% | kr 2,725 | kr 1,119 | 52 days | 5.3 nights |
| Apr 2026 | kr 22,478 | 27.8% | kr 2,716 | kr 749 | 57 days | 4.9 nights |
| May 2026 | kr 21,147 | 28.2% | kr 2,756 | kr 682 | 37 days | 5.4 nights |
| Jun 2026 | kr 31,714 | 36.3% | kr 3,010 | kr 1,057 | 41 days | 8.1 nights |
| Jul 2026 | kr 35,034 | 48.7% | kr 3,041 | kr 1,130 | 75 days | 7.2 nights |
| Aug 2026 | kr 32,794 | 32.0% | kr 3,054 | kr 1,058 | 56 days | 7.8 nights |
| Sep 2026 | kr 29,697 | 32.2% | kr 3,069 | kr 990 | 58 days | 4.7 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.
Location, size and how a home is run move its income far more than a city average shows. For a range on one Karlsøy address, run it through the Airbnb estimator.
Profit
Yes, when it's run well. The average Karlsøy Airbnb took in kr 244,913 in the 12 months to October 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about kr 14,400 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 kr 25,900 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the kr 12,300 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about kr 15,500 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about kr 12,500 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.
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | kr 232,613 | kr 413,200 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay5% of Karlsøy bookings | kr 12,300 | kr 21,800 |
| Gross bookings | kr 244,913 | kr 435,000 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 78% of Karlsøy listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −kr 31,300 | −kr 55,500 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; kr 0 if you clean yourself | −kr 12,300 | −kr 21,800 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −kr 12,200 | −kr 21,700 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −kr 4,900 | −kr 8,700 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −kr 7,300 | −kr 13,000 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −kr 2,400 | −kr 2,400 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −kr 1,200 | −kr 1,200 |
| Managementkr 0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings | kr 0 | kr 0 |
| Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free | kr 0 | kr 0 |
| Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on | kr 0 | kr 0 |
| Total running costsAbout 24% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −kr 71,600 | −kr 124,300 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | kr 173,313about kr 14,400 a month | kr 310,700about kr 25,900 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
The estimate starts from Karlsøy'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 Karlsøy 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.
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 kr 36,300 a month, against kr 20,400 for the average one.
Occupancy
Karlsøy listings were booked on 38% of the nights they were open over the past year, 8 percentage points below the Troms og Finnmark average (46%) and in line with the Norway average. In a typical year, occupancy swings from 25% in May to 52% in February.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 4.3 times as often as the bottom quarter.
February is usually the busiest month in Karlsøy, May the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Nightly rates
The average nightly rate in Karlsøy, known as ADR (average daily rate), was kr 2,973 over the past year, about 16% above the Troms og Finnmark average of kr 2,560 and about 41% above the Norway average of kr 2,105. Averaged month by month over the past two years, rates peak in August and September at about kr 2,900 and bottom out in January and February at about kr 2,480.
The top 10% charge about three times the rate of the bottom quarter.
September rates run 17% above February's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, kr 2,570. The 12-month ADR of kr 2,973 averages each listing's own rate across its whole year; the monthly points average listings month by month, so the two differ.
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 Karlsøy it averaged kr 1,070 over the past year, from about kr 620 in a typical May to about kr 1,460 in a typical December.
Per open night, by tier:
December RevPAR is about 2.4 times May's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, kr 953. The 12-month RevPAR of kr 1,070 averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Seasonality
With only 32 active listings, the monthly pattern in Karlsøy is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue has tended to peak in December and bottom out in May.
Average revenue by month in Karlsøy
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, kr 29,700.
| Month | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|
| January | kr 36,800 |
| February | kr 35,700 |
| March | kr 36,900 |
| April | kr 24,600 |
| May | kr 19,200 |
| June | kr 27,100 |
| July | kr 30,700 |
| August | kr 27,000 |
| September | kr 25,300 |
| October | kr 23,400 |
| November | kr 24,000 |
| December | kr 45,400 |
Guests book Karlsøy stays 66 days ahead on average (about two months), so guests here plan well ahead. December stays are booked furthest out, about 84 days ahead, and May stays closest to arrival, about 28 days. A typical December booking is made in late September.
December 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 66 days averages each listing's year as a whole; each month here averages only the listings with stays in it.
Permits
None of the 32 active listings in Karlsøy 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 Karlsøy.
Neighborhoods
AirROI's area guide picks six Karlsøy neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Kvaløya, Sommarøy and Bardufoss. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Kvaløya | A picturesque island renowned for its stunning landscapes and outdoor activities. Ideal for tourists seeking nature and adventure, with proximity to hiking, skiing, and wildlife watching. | Ersfjorden, Sommarøya, Kvaløya National Park, Tromsø Bridge, The Arctic Cathedral |
| Sommarøy | A charming coastal village with scenic beaches and stunning sea views, perfect for those looking to unwind and enjoy the Arctic summer. Popular for its serene environment and outdoor activities. | Sommarøy Beach, Sommarøy Arctic Hotel, Kattfjordeidet, Fishing trips, Kayaking opportunities |
| Bardufoss | A growing location attracting visitors for its historical significance and beautiful scenery, suited for both leisure travelers and business stays due to its military connections. | Bardufoss Airport, Målselv Fjellandsby, Høytorp Fort, Bardufoss Skianlegg, Arctic Circle |
| Finnsnes | The main town on the Senja island considering its accessibility and local amenities. A great base for guests wanting to explore the surrounding nature and fjords. | Finnsnes Shopping Center, Senja National Park, Local markets, Finnsnes Bridge, Fishing spots |
| Malangen | Known for its breathtaking fjord scenery and outdoor activities, Malangen is a hidden gem for tourists looking for peace and nature, away from city life. | Malangen Resort, Fishing excursions, Hiking trails, Sightseeing tours, Local wildlife |
| Lyngenfjord | Famous for its dramatic fjords and peaks, this area is perfect for adventurers, skiers, and anyone wanting to explore Lappish culture and nature. | Lyngen Alps, Lyngenfjord kayak tours, Olden Church, Tamok Valley, Northern Lights observation |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Almost every Airbnb in Karlsøy is an entire home: 97% of listings, with private rooms at 3%. Cabins and other outdoor stays make up 53% of listings, ahead of houses (38%).
Nearly all listings rent the whole place
Karlsøy Airbnb listings by room type
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 96.9% | 31 |
| Private room | 3.1% | 1 |
Cabins lead the property mix
Karlsøy Airbnb listings by property type
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Cabin/Outdoor | 53.1% | 17 |
| House | 37.5% | 12 |
| Apartment/Condo | 6.3% | 2 |
| Others | 3.1% | 1 |
Most Karlsøy homes are built for groups: 84% of entire homes have three or more bedrooms, and three-bedroom homes are the most common size (48%).
Karlsøy entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 3.2% | 1 |
| 2 bedrooms | 12.9% | 4 |
| 3 bedrooms | 48.4% | 15 |
| 4 bedrooms | 29.0% | 9 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 6.5% | 2 |
Karlsøy is a group-trip market: 32% of listings sleep eight or more guests, more than the share of the next most common size, six guests (29%).
Karlsøy listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 4 guests | 25.8% | 8 |
| 5 guests | 12.9% | 4 |
| 6 guests | 29.0% | 9 |
| 8+ guests | 32.3% | 10 |
Karlsøy hosts set up an average of 4.7 beds per listing. Only 44% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
Fireplaces are close to standard in Karlsøy: 75% of listings have one, and 47% offer beach access.
Share of Karlsøy listings with each common amenity
Guests
Karlsøy runs on foreign visitors: 84% of guests who left reviews live outside Norway. Germany leads with 32% of reviewers, ahead of the United Kingdom at 10%. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 38%, followed by German and French.
84% of Karlsøy guests come from abroad
Where guests who left reviews live
Where Karlsøy guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Tromsø | 8.2% |
| London | 3.6% |
| Hamburg | 2.7% |
| Berlin | 2.7% |
Where Karlsøy guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Germany | 31.9% |
| Norway | 16.4% |
| United Kingdom | 10.3% |
| Switzerland | 7.8% |
| France | 6.0% |
Languages spoken by Karlsøy guests
Share of guests who left reviews
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 38.2% |
| German | 22.2% |
| French | 11.1% |
| Spanish | 7.6% |
| Norwegian | 6.3% |
Karlsøy Airbnbs average 4.92 stars, and 69% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and value for money is the lowest, at 4.83.
Communication scores highest in Karlsøy; value is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.93 |
| Cleanliness | 4.87 |
| Communication | 4.96 |
| Location | 4.95 |
| Check-in | 4.92 |
| Value | 4.83 |
Booking patterns
84% of Karlsøy listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 16% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 34% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Karlsøy listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 56.3% | 18 |
| 181-270 days | 28.1% | 9 |
| 91-180 days | 12.5% | 4 |
| 31-90 days | 3.1% | 1 |
Days a year Karlsøy listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 3.1% | 1 |
| 181-270 days | 12.5% | 4 |
| 91-180 days | 28.1% | 9 |
| 31-90 days | 34.4% | 11 |
| 1-30 days | 21.9% | 7 |
The average Karlsøy booking lasts 6.7 nights, longest in June and shortest in March. Listings took about 13 bookings each over the year. About two-thirds of 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 Karlsøy
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Two-year average by calendar month.
About half of listings in Karlsøy accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Karlsøy 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 Karlsøy, used by 34% of listings; it refunds guests in full if they cancel at least a day before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: more than six in ten listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 38% on Firm or stricter ones.
Cancellation policies of Karlsøy listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
About three-quarters of Karlsøy listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is kr 964, and some higher fees lift the average to kr 1,274. Spread over the average stay of 6.7 nights, that adds roughly kr 145 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 5% of gross revenue.
Top earners
The top-grossing Airbnb in Karlsøy, a three-bedroom home, took in kr 1,090,000 over the past year, about 4.4 times the city's average of kr 245,000.
The perfect place for Aurora. Outdoor sauna/tub. Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Villa panorama view Hessfjord Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Holiday home Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Tranquility and silence in a beautiful setting Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 5.00
High standard cabin close to Tromsø Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Cabin with Sauna, Fireplace, and Aurora Views. Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.91 Fewer than 1% of Karlsøy listings are classed as professionally managed, though 34% of listings have a co-host. Superhosts run a third of listings. Most hosts still vet their guests: only 22% of listings accept Instant Book. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 78% of listings.
Nearby markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 81 km, Tromsdalen (44 km away, 30 listings) earned the most per listing, about 19% more than Karlsøy.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tomasjord 42 km | 33 | kr 128,940 | kr 2,168 | 44% |
| Tromsø 44 km | 3,226 | kr 264,747 | kr 2,704 | 49% |
| Tromsdalen 44 km | 30 | kr 290,311 | kr 2,751 | 54% |
| Lyngen 45 km | 139 | kr 278,440 | kr 2,890 | 40% |
| Skjervøy 60 km | 46 | kr 183,165 | kr 2,013 | 47% |
| Nordreisa 71 km | 59 | kr 191,448 | kr 2,079 | 32% |
| Balsfjord 80 km | 105 | kr 200,011 | kr 2,214 | 39% |
| Storfjord 81 km | 33 | kr 234,168 | kr 1,970 | 40% |
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FAQ
An active Karlsøy Airbnb grossed kr 244,913 on average in the 12 months to October 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 32 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in kr 42,000 or more in a typical month.
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Karlsøy listings earn between kr 11,100 and kr 42,000 in a typical month, and the top tenth kr 69,900 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb income calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Listings in Karlsøy were booked on 38% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 46% for the Troms og Finnmark average. February is usually the busiest month.
The average booked night in Karlsøy cost kr 2,973 before fees. Half of listings charge between kr 1,650 and kr 3,760, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
None of the active Karlsøy 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 Karlsøy Airbnb grossed kr 244,913 in the 12 months to October 2026, in line with the Troms og Finnmark average. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, kr 173,313 a year (about kr 14,400 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 kr 25,900 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.
December usually pays best, averaging kr 45,400 per active listing, and May usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
Each night a Karlsøy listing was open to book earned kr 1,070 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 kr 1,780 or more.
Karlsøy stays were booked 66 days (about two months) before arrival on average over the past year, so a listing that opens its calendar late misses many bookings.
The average Karlsøy Airbnb stay lasted 6.7 nights over the past year. A listing took 13 reservations over the year on average.
Guests rate Karlsøy Airbnbs 4.92 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.
Kvaløya, Sommarøy and Bardufoss draw the most short-term rental interest in Karlsøy. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
AirROI counted 32 active Airbnb listings in Karlsøy as of October 2026. The closest tracked market is Tomasjord, 42 km away.
In Karlsøy, about three-quarters of listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is kr 964, and some higher fees lift the average to kr 1,274.
All of Norway had 14.2 million nights in 2025, Statistics Norway (SSB) reports. AirROI estimates 402 Airbnb stays in Karlsøy, Norway in the 12 months to October 2026, which counts bookings and not tourists. See Norway tourism statistics.
Method
Figures on this page cover 32 active Airbnb listings in Karlsøy 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 Norwegian kroner at kr 9.64 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.
Need this programmatically? The same metrics are available through the AirROI Airbnb Data API and bulk downloads in the data portal.