Luxurious 5 bedroom house with games room Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.76 - Revenue
- £64,691
- Occupancy
- 56.9%
- Daily rate
- £309
Airbnb market data · 202612 months to October 2026
The average Airbnb in Dumfries brought in £19,490 over the 12 months through October 2026, about 32% less than the Scotland average of £28,841.
The short answer
Dumfries is priced below the Scotland average. Listings averaged £148 a night, about 28% less than that average of £205, and were booked on 47% of available nights, close to its 49% occupancy.
August, usually the best month, brings in about 87% more per listing than February, usually the slowest.
With 65 active listings, Dumfries is the 57th-largest of 330 Scotland markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 18% while the number of active listings shrank 4%.
Browse the live Dumfries Airbnb market See Every Dumfries ListingRevenue
Gross bookings per Dumfries listing averaged £19,490 over the 12 months to October 2026 (Scotland average: £28,841), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Dumfries listing brings in £2,670 in August, its best month, and £1,420 in February, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 32% 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 2.7 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.
August earns about 1.9 times what February does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, October 2024 to September 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, £1,890. 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.
August 2026 led on revenue, while nightly rates and bookings both peaked in September 2026.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | £1,853 | 50.9% | £155 | £60 | 84 days | 5.3 nights |
| Nov 2025 | £1,644 | 47.6% | £151 | £55 | 59 days | 2.7 nights |
| Dec 2025 | £1,799 | 46.3% | £155 | £58 | 72 days | 4.1 nights |
| Jan 2026 | £1,643 | 42.8% | £152 | £53 | 56 days | 5 nights |
| Feb 2026 | £1,410 | 46.6% | £153 | £50 | 42 days | 3.7 nights |
| Mar 2026 | £1,432 | 41.7% | £155 | £46 | 40 days | 3.9 nights |
| Apr 2026 | £1,950 | 49.6% | £156 | £65 | 60 days | 4.8 nights |
| May 2026 | £2,500 | 61.2% | £156 | £81 | 63 days | 3.8 nights |
| Jun 2026 | £2,208 | 51.6% | £151 | £74 | 107 days | 3.4 nights |
| Jul 2026 | £2,522 | 54.4% | £157 | £81 | 77 days | 3.5 nights |
| Aug 2026 | £2,810 | 61.4% | £161 | £91 | 76 days | 3.7 nights |
| Sep 2026 | £2,340 | 62.5% | £163 | £78 | 60 days | 3.5 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 Dumfries address, run it through the Airbnb profit calculator.
Profit
Yes, when it's run well. The average Dumfries Airbnb took in £19,490 in the 12 months to October 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about £1,080 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 £1,570 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the £1,340 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about £1,190 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about £920 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 | £18,150 | £26,310 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay7% of Dumfries bookings | £1,340 | £1,950 |
| Gross bookings | £19,490 | £28,260 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 16%: 15.5% for the 100% of Dumfries listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −£3,020 | −£4,380 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; £0 if you clean yourself | −£1,340 | −£1,950 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −£970 | −£1,410 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −£390 | −£570 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −£580 | −£850 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −£190 | −£190 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −£100 | −£100 |
| 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, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −£6,590 | −£9,450 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | £12,900about £1,080 a month | £18,810about £1,570 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
The estimate starts from Dumfries'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 Dumfries 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 £2,360 a month, against £1,620 for the average one.
Occupancy
Dumfries listings were booked on 47% of the nights they were open over the past year, 2 percentage points below the Scotland average (49%) and 6 points above the U.K. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 62% in August and falls to 42% in January.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 2.8 times as often as the bottom quarter.
August is usually the busiest month in Dumfries, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, October 2024 to September 2026
The 12-month rate of 47% 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 Dumfries, known as ADR (average daily rate), was £148 over the past year, about 28% below the Scotland average of £205 and about 24% below the U.K. average of £195. In a typical year, rates peak in July and August at about £160 and bottom out in October at about £130.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 3.3 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
July rates run 24% above October's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, £148.
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 Dumfries it averaged £67 over the past year, from about £49 in a typical March to about £86 in a typical August.
Per open night, by tier:
August RevPAR is about 1.8 times March's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, £62. The 12-month RevPAR of £67 averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Seasonality
Dumfries has one high season, May through September, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest from January to March and slows again in October and November. A listing earns about 48% more a month in June through August than in December through February.
Average revenue by month in Dumfries
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, £1,910.
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | £1,530 |
| February | Low season | £1,420 |
| March | Low season | £1,510 |
| April | Shoulder season | £1,880 |
| May | High season | £2,260 |
| June | High season | £1,950 |
| July | High season | £2,390 |
| August | High season | £2,670 |
| September | High season | £2,170 |
| October | Low season | £1,720 |
| November | Low season | £1,640 |
| December | Shoulder season | £1,800 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonMay–September | £2,290 | 57% | £159 |
| Shoulder seasonApril, December | £1,840 | 50% | £154 |
| Low seasonJanuary–March, October–November | £1,570 | 47% | £145 |
Guests book Dumfries stays 68 days ahead on average (about two months), so guests here plan well ahead. June stays are booked furthest out, about 87 days ahead, and February stays closest to arrival, about 40 days. A typical June booking is made in mid-March.
June 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 68 days averages each listing's year as a whole; each month here averages only the listings with stays in it.
Permits
28% of the 65 active listings in Dumfries display a registration, permit or license number. The share shows what hosts display, not what local rules allow: it can't show whether new permits are still issued, or whether limits on nights, zones or property types apply.
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 Dumfries.
Neighborhoods
AirROI's area guide picks seven Dumfries neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Dumfries Town Centre, Morton Castle and New Abbey. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dumfries Town Centre | The heart of Dumfries featuring historic architecture and a vibrant atmosphere. A perfect spot for visitors looking to explore local shops, restaurants, and culture. | Dumfries Museum, Robert Burns Centre, The Crichton, Dumfries Arts Centre, The Riverside Walk |
| Morton Castle | A scenic location surrounding the ruins of a historic castle, ideal for those interested in history and nature, providing a peaceful retreat. | Morton Castle, Scenic walks, Nearby forests, Fishing opportunities, Historic landscape |
| New Abbey | A quaint village near the famous Sweetheart Abbey, offering charm and tranquility. It's perfect for guests interested in exploring rural Scotland and local culture. | Sweetheart Abbey, New Abbey Cornmill, Scenic countryside, Walking trails, Local artisan shops |
| Lochfoot | A picturesque area near the River Nith with beautiful views and outdoor activities. Great for nature lovers and those seeking a quiet getaway. | River Nith walks, Lochfoot gardens, Fishing, Birdwatching, Nature trails |
| Auldgirth | A small village situated by the river, providing a serene environment for relaxation. Perfect for travelers wanting to experience the Scottish countryside. | Local walks, Fishing spots, Historic sites, Countryside views, Rural charm |
| Glencaple | Located along the Solway Coast, Glencaple offers stunning sea views and outdoor activities. Ideal for coastal scenery enthusiasts. | Solway Coast, Walking trails, Birdwatching, Seaside activities, Craft shops |
| Castle Douglas | Though slightly outside Dumfries, it's an attractive market town known for its food scene and local amenities, appealing to tourists looking for a broader experience. | Threave Castle, Galloway Wildlife Park, Local markets, Food shops, Scenic countryside |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Entire homes make up 86% of listings in Dumfries, alongside 8 private-room listings (12%). Apartments or condos (42%) and houses (38%) split the stock almost evenly.
Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment
Dumfries Airbnb listings by room type
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 86.2% | 56 |
| Private room | 12.3% | 8 |
| Hotel room | 1.5% | 1 |
Apartments and houses split the stock
Dumfries Airbnb listings by property type
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Apartment/Condo | 41.5% | 27 |
| House | 38.5% | 25 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 7.7% | 5 |
| Unique stay | 6.2% | 4 |
| Others | 4.6% | 3 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 1.5% | 1 |
One-bedroom homes are the most common size in Dumfries (35% of entire homes), followed by two-bedroom homes (33%). Shares are of the 54 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Dumfries entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 1.9% | 1 |
| 1 bedroom | 35.2% | 19 |
| 2 bedrooms | 33.3% | 18 |
| 3 bedrooms | 20.4% | 11 |
| 4 bedrooms | 5.6% | 3 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 3.7% | 2 |
A typical one-bedroom home in Dumfries earned £15,500 over the past year, against £26,300 for a three-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 19 | £15,500 | £16,000 | £104 | 50% |
| 2 bedrooms | 18 | £23,200 | £22,400 | £104 | 60% |
| 3 bedrooms | 11 | £26,300 | £22,200 | £209 | 38% |
Most Dumfries listings are sized for couples and small families: 60% sleep four guests or fewer, and just 5% take eight or more. Shares are of the 58 listings with a guest capacity on file (89% of the market).
Dumfries listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | 1.7% | 1 |
| 2 guests | 20.7% | 12 |
| 3 guests | 1.7% | 1 |
| 4 guests | 36.2% | 21 |
| 5 guests | 10.3% | 6 |
| 6 guests | 24.1% | 14 |
| 8+ guests | 5.2% | 3 |
Dumfries hosts set up an average of 3.2 beds per listing. About a quarter of listings (25%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
Washers are close to standard in Dumfries: 80% of listings have one, and 60% offer self check-in.
Share of Dumfries listings with each common amenity
Guests
Dumfries draws mostly domestic guests: 85% of those who left reviews live in the United Kingdom. No single city dominates: Glasgow is the largest source, at about 6% of reviews. Of the 15% from abroad, the largest groups come from the United States and Australia.
85% of Dumfries guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
Where Dumfries guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Glasgow | 6.3% |
| Edinburgh | 5.2% |
| London | 3.4% |
Where Dumfries guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.2% |
| United States | 3.7% |
| Australia | 2.5% |
| Germany | 2.4% |
| Canada | 2.2% |
Languages spoken by Dumfries guests
Share of guests who left reviews
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 67.6% |
| French | 7.5% |
| German | 6.2% |
| Spanish | 4.6% |
| Italian | 2.1% |
Dumfries Airbnbs average 4.82 stars, and 40% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched; location and value for money tie for the lowest, at 4.80. Listings here carry long review histories, about 117 reviews each on average.
Communication scores highest in Dumfries; location and value tie for lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.85 |
| Cleanliness | 4.83 |
| Communication | 4.92 |
| Location | 4.80 |
| Check-in | 4.90 |
| Value | 4.80 |
Booking patterns
Nearly six in ten Dumfries listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, and 43% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 181 to 270 days a year, covering 34% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Dumfries listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 35.4% | 23 |
| 181-270 days | 21.5% | 14 |
| 91-180 days | 33.8% | 22 |
| 31-90 days | 9.2% | 6 |
Days a year Dumfries listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 9.2% | 6 |
| 181-270 days | 33.8% | 22 |
| 91-180 days | 21.5% | 14 |
| 31-90 days | 24.6% | 16 |
| 1-30 days | 10.8% | 7 |
The average Dumfries booking lasts 4.2 nights, longest in January and shortest in November. Listings took about 37 bookings each over the year, some 2,420 in all. More than half of listings that give a check-in time set it at 3 p.m., with check-out usually at 10 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Dumfries
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Two-year average by calendar month.
85% of listings in Dumfries accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Dumfries listings
Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more
Moderate is the most common cancellation policy in Dumfries, used by 34% of listings; it refunds guests in full if they cancel at least five days before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: more than six in ten listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 32% on Firm or stricter ones.
Cancellation policies of Dumfries listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
More than half of Dumfries listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is £24; a handful of extreme values pull the simple average far above that, so the median is the better guide. Spread over the average stay of 4.2 nights, that adds roughly £6 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 7% of gross revenue.
Top earners
The top-grossing Airbnb in Dumfries, a five-bedroom home, took in £64,700 over the past year, about 3.3 times the city's average of £19,500.
Luxurious 5 bedroom house with games room Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.76
Modern period town house with hot tub Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.90
Shepherd's Hut Spa Entire home · 1 bedroom Rated 4.88
Stylish Riverside apartment within a Park setting Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.94
Cardoness House Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Woodend Cottage Stylish, idyllic getaway Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.99 Only 2% of Dumfries listings are classed as professionally managed. Superhosts run 54% of listings. Seven in ten listings accept Instant Book, so most stays are confirmed without the host's approval.
Nearby markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 48 km, Cockermouth (47 km away, 93 listings) earned the most per listing, about 12% more than Dumfries.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dumfries and Galloway 20 km | 142 | £19,130 | £199 | 40% |
| Sandyhills 22 km | 36 | £9,702 | £164 | 31% |
| Kippford 24 km | 31 | £19,266 | £177 | 40% |
| Moffat 32 km | 39 | £18,857 | £153 | 47% |
| Kirkcudbright 37 km | 53 | £18,632 | £188 | 41% |
| Gatehouse of Fleet 42 km | 56 | £16,194 | £227 | 33% |
| Cockermouth 47 km | 93 | £21,836 | £156 | 45% |
| Carlisle 48 km | 135 | £14,536 | £118 | 44% |
See all 330 Scotland Airbnb markets
Markets elsewhere in the United Kingdom with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Dumfries:
FAQ
An active Dumfries Airbnb grossed £19,490 on average in the 12 months to October 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 65 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in £2,590 or more in a typical month.
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Dumfries listings earn between £927 and £2,590 in a typical month, and the top tenth £3,550 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 Dumfries were booked on 47% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 49% for the Scotland average. August is usually the busiest month.
The average booked night in Dumfries cost £148 before fees. Half of listings charge between £83 and £160, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
In Dumfries, 28% of active listings display a registration, permit or license number. The share shows what hosts display, not what the rules allow, so confirm registration, permit and tourist-tax rules with the local authority before buying.
Yes, when it's run well. The average Dumfries Airbnb grossed £19,490 in the 12 months to October 2026, 32% below the Scotland average of £28,841. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, £12,900 a year (about £1,080 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 £1,570 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
August usually pays best, averaging £2,670 per active listing over the past two years, and February usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
Each night a Dumfries listing was open to book earned £67 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 £120 or more.
Dumfries stays were booked 68 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 Dumfries Airbnb stay lasted 4.2 nights over the past year. A listing took 37 reservations over the year on average.
Guests rate Dumfries Airbnbs 4.82 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.
Dumfries Town Centre, Morton Castle and New Abbey draw the most short-term rental interest in Dumfries. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
AirROI counted 65 active Airbnb listings in Dumfries as of October 2026. The closest tracked market is Dumfries and Galloway, 20 km away.
In Dumfries, more than half of listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is £24; a handful of extreme values pull the simple average far above that, so the median is the better guide.
All of Scotland had 15,191,000 overnight visitors in 2024, VisitScotland reports. AirROI estimates 2,417 Airbnb stays in Dumfries, UK in the 12 months to October 2026, which counts bookings and not tourists. See Scotland tourism statistics.
Method
Figures on this page cover 65 active Airbnb listings in Dumfries 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 British pounds at £0.74 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.