Entire Historic DT HSV Duplex Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- $150,728
- Occupancy
- 69.9%
- Daily rate
- $595
Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Huntsville, AL Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Huntsville brought in $16,418 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 53% less than the Alabama average of $34,976.
The short answer
Huntsville Airbnb Market at a Glance
Huntsville is priced below the Alabama average. Listings averaged $155 a night, about 56% less than that average of $350, and were booked on 39% of available nights, close to its 37% occupancy.
July, usually the best month, brings in about 55% more per listing than January, usually the slowest.
With 519 active listings, Huntsville is the sixth-largest of 87 Alabama markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 4% while the number of active listings grew 4%.
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Revenue
How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Huntsville?
Gross bookings per Huntsville listing averaged $16,418 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Alabama average: $34,976), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Huntsville listing brings in $2,580 in July, its best month, and $1,660 in January, its slowest. Both ends are close calls: July leads June by 1%, and January sits just 2% below February, so either pair can swap places in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 30% 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 3.4 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $4,350+ a month, about 2.5 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $2,970 or more, roughly $1,200 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $1,740 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $860 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.
July earns about 1.5 times what January does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $2,090 $2,810 $1,590
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.
Huntsville 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.
July 2026 led on revenue and nightly rate; bookings peaked in June 2026.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | $1,963 | 38.3% | $143 | $65 | 28 days | 5.4 nights |
| Oct 2025 | $2,043 | 39.3% | $146 | $66 | 54 days | 4.1 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $1,983 | 40.8% | $143 | $66 | 33 days | 5 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $2,182 | 42.7% | $144 | $70 | 25 days | 5.1 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $1,735 | 36.0% | $141 | $56 | 23 days | 5.8 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $1,631 | 38.1% | $140 | $58 | 21 days | 5.7 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $2,147 | 44.2% | $142 | $69 | 19 days | 5.2 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $2,101 | 42.8% | $142 | $70 | 32 days | 5.5 nights |
| May 2026 | $2,556 | 47.0% | $155 | $82 | 39 days | 5.9 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $2,667 | 47.5% | $159 | $89 | 43 days | 5.2 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $2,810 | 46.8% | $159 | $91 | 50 days | 6.4 nights |
| Aug 2026 | $2,248 | 43.5% | $154 | $73 | 29 days | 4.9 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 Huntsville market, enter its address and size in the Airbnb revenue calculator, which compares it with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Huntsville Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Huntsville Airbnb took in $16,418 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $860 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 $1,480 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $2,130 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $1,040 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $740 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 HOA or condo fees.
Huntsville Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | $14,288 | $24,340 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay13% of Huntsville bookings | $2,130 | $3,630 |
| Gross bookings | $16,418 | $27,970 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 79% of Huntsville listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$2,110 | −$3,590 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$2,130 | −$3,630 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$820 | −$1,400 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$330 | −$560 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$490 | −$840 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −$160 | −$160 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −$80 | −$80 |
| 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 24% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −$6,120 | −$10,260 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $10,298about $860 a month | $17,710about $1,480 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Huntsville Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Huntsville'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 Huntsville 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 Huntsville's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Huntsville listings are booked on 61% or more of their nights, against 40% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of $130 adds about $1,280 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge $175 a night or more, against a median of $130. 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 $1,430 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, July brings the average listing about $2,580, against $1,660 in January, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Huntsville listings average 4.80 stars, and 36% 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 $2,330 a month, against $1,370 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Huntsville?
Huntsville listings were booked on 39% of the nights they were open over the past year, 2 percentage points above the Alabama average (37%) and 2 points below the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 49% in June and falls to 38% in January.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 3.7 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 78%+ of open nights, 38 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 61% or more, roughly four nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 40% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 21% or less, under two nights a week.
June is usually the busiest month in Huntsville, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 44% 52% 36%
The 12-month rate of 39% 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 Huntsville?
The average nightly rate in Huntsville, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $155 over the past year, about 56% below the Alabama average of $350 and about 52% below the U.S. average of $320. Averaged month by month over the past two years, rates peak in June and July at about $155 and bottom out in September and November at about $135.
The top 10% charge about 2.6 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge $240+ a night, about 1.9 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge $175 or more, about $45 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about $130 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge $94 or less, about three-quarters of the median.
June rates run 15% above September's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $140 $159 $123
The 12-month ADR of $155 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 Huntsville?
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 Huntsville it averaged $63 over the past year, from about $54 in a typical January to about $86 in a typical June.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $122+ per open night, about 2.3 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $82 or more, about $30 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $54 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $31 or less, about 57% of the median.
June RevPAR is about 1.6 times January's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $69 $91 $51
The 12-month RevPAR of $63 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 Huntsville
Huntsville has one high season, May through July, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest in January and February and slows again in September. A listing earns about 34% more a month in June through August than in December through February.
Average revenue by month in Huntsville
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average $2,090 $2,580 $1,660
Revenue by month in Huntsville in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | $1,660 |
| February | Low season | $1,690 |
| March | Shoulder season | $2,120 |
| April | Shoulder season | $2,010 |
| May | High season | $2,360 |
| June | High season | $2,580 |
| July | High season | $2,580 |
| August | Shoulder season | $2,150 |
| September | Low season | $1,860 |
| October | Shoulder season | $1,960 |
| November | Shoulder season | $1,980 |
| December | Shoulder season | $2,110 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonMay–July | $2,500 | 47% | $151 |
| Shoulder seasonMarch–April, August, October–December | $2,050 | 45% | $138 |
| Low seasonJanuary–February, September | $1,740 | 41% | $135 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Huntsville?
Guests book Huntsville stays 31 days ahead on average (about four weeks). October stays are booked furthest out, about 48 days ahead, and January stays closest to arrival, about 18 days. A typical October booking is made in late August.
October stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 31 days 54 days 12 days
Permits
Airbnb Permits and Registration in Huntsville
None of the 519 active listings in Huntsville 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 occupancy-tax rules vary by address and change often, so confirm them with the city or county before buying or listing in Huntsville.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Huntsville
AirROI's area guide picks eight Huntsville neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Downtown Huntsville, Hampton Cove and Research Park. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown Huntsville | The city's vibrant urban core features a mix of historic and modern attractions, making it ideal for tourists and business travelers alike. | Von Braun Center, Huntsville Museum of Art, Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment, Aerospace Museum, Cotton Row |
| Hampton Cove | A beautiful suburban area known for its scenic views, golfing, and family-friendly atmosphere, perfect for peaceful retreats. | Hampton Cove Golf Course, Lake Guntersville, The Huntsville Botanical Garden, Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail, Harmony Park Safari |
| Research Park | Home to many tech companies and the University of Alabama in Huntsville, it attracts tech professionals and students looking for housing. | Cummings Research Park, UNAHuntsville, Redstone Arsenal, Huntsville International Airport, NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center |
| Five Points | Historic neighborhood renowned for its eclectic mix of shops, restaurants, and culture, appealing to those seeking a local experience. | Dieppe Gardens, Local boutiques, Restaurants, Art galleries, Green space and parks |
| Jasper | A nearby rural area offering a peaceful escape from city life, perfect for those seeking natural beauty and tranquility. | Lewis Smith Lake, Bankhead National Forest, Poplar Ridge, Shopping and dining in town, Annual city festivals |
| Huntsville Historic District | A charming area with historic homes and museums, attracting tourists interested in history and Southern architecture. | Alabama Constitution Village, Twickenham Historic District, Weeden House Museum, Maple Hill Cemetery, Several annual heritage events |
| Bridgestreet Town Centre | An upscale shopping and dining area that attracts family vacations, entertainment, and seasonal events throughout the year. | Bridgestreet shopping and dining, Movies at the theater, Family-friendly events, Parks and recreational areas, Seasonal festivals |
| Lakeside | A peaceful suburban community with access to beautiful lakes and outdoor activities ideal for families and nature enthusiasts. | Hampton Cove Marina, Private lake access, Parks and outdoor recreation, Walking and biking trails, Community events |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Huntsville Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
More than nine in ten Airbnbs in Huntsville are entire homes (91%), with private rooms at 9%. Houses are the most common property type at 52%, ahead of apartments and condos (43%).
Nearly all listings rent the whole place
Huntsville Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 91%
- Private room 9%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 90.8% | 471 |
| Private room | 9.2% | 48 |
Listings by property type
Huntsville Airbnb listings by property type
- House 52%
- Apartment/Condo 43%
- Hotel/Boutique 3%
- Others 2%
- Cabin/Outdoor <1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 51.8% | 269 |
| Apartment/Condo | 43.4% | 225 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 2.7% | 14 |
| Others | 1.9% | 10 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 0.2% | 1 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Huntsville Have?
Three-bedroom homes are the most common size in Huntsville (30% of entire homes), followed by one-bedroom homes (29%). Shares are of the 464 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Huntsville entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
6%
29%
21%
30%
10%
4%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 6.5% | 30 |
| 1 bedroom | 29.1% | 135 |
| 2 bedrooms | 20.7% | 96 |
| 3 bedrooms | 30.4% | 141 |
| 4 bedrooms | 9.7% | 45 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 3.7% | 17 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Huntsville
A typical studio in Huntsville earned $4,670 over the past year, against $49,700 for a home with five or more bedrooms.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 30 | $4,670 | $7,330 | $114 | 30% |
| 1 bedroom | 135 | $10,900 | $12,000 | $111 | 39% |
| 2 bedrooms | 96 | $10,600 | $14,000 | $142 | 41% |
| 3 bedrooms | 141 | $18,400 | $21,900 | $188 | 42% |
| 4 bedrooms | 45 | $18,200 | $24,200 | $222 | 41% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 17 | $49,700 | $53,800 | $457 | 40% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Huntsville Sleep?
The most common capacity in Huntsville is six guests (22% of listings), and 43% of listings sleep six or more. Shares are of the 481 listings with a guest capacity on file (93% of the market).
Huntsville listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
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21%
10%
19%
6%
22%
3%
18%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | 0.2% | 1 |
| 2 guests | 21.2% | 102 |
| 3 guests | 10.2% | 49 |
| 4 guests | 19.3% | 93 |
| 5 guests | 6.4% | 31 |
| 6 guests | 21.8% | 105 |
| 7 guests | 2.7% | 13 |
| 8+ guests | 18.1% | 87 |
How Huntsville Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Huntsville hosts set up an average of 2.6 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. Only 18% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 13
- Beds per listing
- 2.6
- Show exact location
- 18%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Huntsville Offer?
Free on-site parking is close to standard in Huntsville: 94% of listings offer it, and 55% have a patio or balcony.
Share of Huntsville listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Huntsville
Listings in Huntsville with bikes earned about 70% more a year, on average, than those without: $27,900 against $16,200. The gap is smaller for outdoor furniture (about 55% more) and an indoor fireplace (about 55% more). Bigger, professionally run homes tend to carry more amenities, so these gaps reflect the kind of listing as much as the feature itself.
Revenue gap for Huntsville listings with each amenity
How much more listings with the amenity earned in a year than those without, and the share of listings that have it
Revenue by amenity in numbers
| Amenity | Listings with it | Avg. revenue with | Avg. revenue without | Revenue gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bikes | 2% | $27,900 | $16,200 | +72% |
| Outdoor furniture | 42% | $20,700 | $13,400 | +55% |
| Indoor fireplace | 19% | $23,000 | $14,900 | +55% |
| Backyard | 52% | $19,300 | $13,200 | +46% |
| Piano | 2% | $23,300 | $16,300 | +43% |
| Outdoor dining area | 29% | $20,200 | $14,800 | +36% |
| Patio or balcony | 55% | $18,400 | $14,000 | +31% |
| Pets allowed | 45% | $18,900 | $14,500 | +31% |
| Smart lock | 31% | $19,500 | $15,100 | +29% |
| Fire pit | 17% | $20,100 | $15,700 | +28% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Huntsville?
Huntsville draws mostly domestic guests: 98% of those who left reviews live in the United States. No single city dominates: Atlanta is the largest source outside Huntsville, at about 3% of reviews. English is spoken by 78% of guests, and Spanish by 13%.
98% of Huntsville guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 98%
- International 2%
Where Huntsville guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Huntsville | 5.4% |
| Atlanta | 3.3% |
| Birmingham | 3.0% |
| Nashville | 2.9% |
| Memphis | 1.1% |
Where Huntsville guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 97.5% |
| Germany | 0.2% |
| Australia | 0.2% |
| Canada | 0.2% |
Languages spoken by Huntsville guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 78.4% |
| Spanish | 12.7% |
| French | 2.0% |
| German | 1.5% |
| Portuguese | 0.9% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Huntsville?
Huntsville Airbnbs average 4.80 stars, and 36% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and value for money is the lowest, at 4.77.
Communication and check-in score highest in Huntsville; value is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
Category scores in numbers
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.84 |
| Cleanliness | 4.78 |
| Communication | 4.89 |
| Location | 4.78 |
| Check-in | 4.89 |
| Value | 4.77 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Huntsville: Stays, Rules and Fees
More than eight in ten Huntsville listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 19% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 32% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Huntsville listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 54%
- 181-270 days 29%
- 91-180 days 16%
- 31-90 days 2%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 53.6% | 278 |
| 181-270 days | 28.5% | 148 |
| 91-180 days | 16.2% | 84 |
| 31-90 days | 1.7% | 9 |
Days a year Huntsville listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 2%
- 181-270 days 17%
- 91-180 days 29%
- 31-90 days 32%
- 1-30 days 20%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 2.1% | 11 |
| 181-270 days | 17.3% | 90 |
| 91-180 days | 28.7% | 149 |
| 31-90 days | 32.0% | 166 |
| 1-30 days | 19.8% | 103 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Huntsville?
Bookings in Huntsville average 4.2 to 6.1 nights depending on the month, longest in July and shortest in October. Listings took about 20 bookings each over the year, some 10,500 in all. More than half of listings that give a check-in time set it at 3 p.m., with check-out usually at 11 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Huntsville
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 5.4 nights 6.1 nights 4.2 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Huntsville Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
Nearly two-thirds of listings in Huntsville accept stays of one or two nights. A smaller group, 6%, takes only stays of 30 nights or more.
Minimum stay set by Huntsville listings
Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more
What Cancellation Policies Do Airbnb Hosts Use in Huntsville?
Moderate is the most common cancellation policy in Huntsville, used by 28% of listings; it refunds guests in full if they cancel at least five days before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: 54% of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 36% on Firm or stricter ones.
Cancellation policies of Huntsville listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Huntsville?
Nearly nine in ten Huntsville listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is $101, but a minority of much higher fees lifts the average to $244, so the median is the better guide. Spread over the average stay of about five nights, that adds roughly $19 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 13% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- $101
- Average cleaning fee
- $244
- Listings charging a fee
- 87.3%
- Share of gross revenue
- 13.0%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Huntsville
The top-grossing Airbnb in Huntsville, a five-bedroom home, took in $151,000 over the past year, about 9.2 times the city's average of $16,400.
Entire Historic DT HSV Duplex Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 5.00 
Mountain View Retreat Sleeps 11 Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- $103,168
- Occupancy
- 80.1%
- Daily rate
- $341
*Walk Everywhere* Downtown Historic Home - Charm! Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.92 - Revenue
- $90,883
- Occupancy
- 70.2%
- Daily rate
- $332
Rock Oasis Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.69 - Revenue
- $87,100
- Occupancy
- 49.1%
- Daily rate
- $439
Country Retreat w Private Pool Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.97 - Revenue
- $83,141
- Occupancy
- 68.8%
- Daily rate
- $290
The Southern Mansion* Close to Everything Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.86 - Revenue
- $78,317
- Occupancy
- 73.0%
- Daily rate
- $293
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Huntsville?
Timothy is the top-grossing host in Huntsville, with $361,000 in bookings across 19 listings over the past year. Together, the ten top-grossing hosts run 17% of the market's 519 listings. Per listing, a smaller operator earns more: Ashley grossed $84,600 per listing, about 4.5 times Timothy's $19,000.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Timothy | 19 | $360,813 | $18,990 | 4.77/5 | |
| Stephanie | 9 | $333,284 | $37,032 | 4.92/5 | |
| James | 11 | $258,282 | $23,480 | 4.92/5 | |
| 4 | Ashley | 3 | $253,817 | $84,606 | 4.95/5 |
| 5 | Curtis | 8 | $170,240 | $21,280 | 4.80/5 |
| 6 | Michelle | 10 | $159,399 | $15,940 | 4.95/5 |
| 7 | Eric | 10 | $154,841 | $15,484 | 3.98/5 |
| 8 | Brown Company | 10 | $149,071 | $14,907 | 4.75/5 |
| 9 | Albert & Nancy Dudley | 4 | $139,158 | $34,790 | 4.95/5 |
| 10 | Michael | 3 | $135,511 | $45,170 | 4.98/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Huntsville?
Only 8% of Huntsville listings are classed as professionally managed, though 42% of listings have a co-host. 57% of listings are run by Superhosts, so a strong review record is the norm here rather than an edge. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 79% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 56.8%
- Professional management
- 7.7%
- Cohosted listings
- 42.2%
- Instant Book enabled
- 30.4%
- Simplified Pricing
- 78.6%
Largest Airbnb Management Companies in Huntsville
3 management companies run five or more active Airbnb listings in Huntsville, and companies run 11% of its 519 active listings. Rho House is the largest, with 11 listings and an average guest rating of 4.69; the next largest are Brown Company and Upstay. Among the three largest, Brown Company's homes rate highest, at 4.77.
The three largest run 5% of Huntsville's listings
Share of Huntsville's 519 active Airbnb listings each company runs as host or co-host
- Rho House 2% · 11
- Brown Company 2% · 10
- Upstay <1% · 5
- All other listings 95%
Listings each company runs as host or co-host, 12 months to September 2026. Guest ratings average each listing's Airbnb rating, weighted by its reviews.
See the largest management companies in Alabama, with a profile of each.
Nearby markets
Huntsville vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 50 km, Grant (42 km away, 32 listings) earned the most per listing, about 78% more than Huntsville.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madison 12 km | 165 | $20,405 | $180 | 40% |
| Harvest 15 km | 31 | $14,030 | $153 | 37% |
| Athens 36 km | 58 | $22,881 | $203 | 39% |
| Decatur 38 km | 65 | $14,848 | $156 | 36% |
| Grant 42 km | 32 | $29,260 | $216 | 39% |
| Fayetteville 48 km | 37 | $19,150 | $168 | 38% |
| Scottsboro 48 km | 100 | $24,926 | $239 | 38% |
| Guntersville 50 km | 211 | $21,369 | $227 | 32% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Alabama
- Gulf Shores Airbnb data 5,280 listings
- Orange Beach Airbnb data 4,378 listings
- Birmingham Airbnb data 1,064 listings
- Dauphin Island Airbnb data 623 listings
- Mobile Airbnb data 539 listings
- Montgomery Airbnb data 499 listings
- Auburn Airbnb data 494 listings
- Tuscaloosa Airbnb data 477 listings
See all 87 Alabama Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Huntsville
Markets elsewhere in the United States with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Huntsville:
- Manchester Airbnb data NH · $154/night · 38.7%
- Syracuse Airbnb data NY · $154/night · 39.3%
- Addison Airbnb data TX · $153/night · 39.2%
- Tyler Airbnb data TX · $152/night · 39.2%
- Worcester Airbnb data MA · $156/night · 39.5%
- Texarkana Airbnb data TX · $152/night · 39.4%
FAQ
Huntsville Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Huntsville?
An active Huntsville Airbnb grossed $16,418 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 519 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $2,970 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Huntsville?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Huntsville listings earn between $860 and $2,970 in a typical month, and the top tenth $4,350 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 Huntsville?
Listings in Huntsville were booked on 39% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 37% for the Alabama average. June is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Huntsville?
The average booked night in Huntsville cost $155 before fees. Half of listings charge between $94 and $175, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Huntsville?
None of the active Huntsville listings display a registration, permit or license number. That doesn't mean no rules apply, so confirm registration, permit and occupancy-tax rules with the city or county before buying.
Is Airbnb profitable in Huntsville?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Huntsville Airbnb grossed $16,418 in the 12 months to September 2026, 53% below the Alabama average of $34,976. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, $10,298 a year (about $860 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 $1,480 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Huntsville?
July usually pays best, averaging $2,580 per active listing over the past two years, and January usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Huntsville?
Each night a Huntsville listing was open to book earned $63 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 $122 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Huntsville?
Huntsville stays were booked 31 days (about four 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 Huntsville?
The average Huntsville Airbnb stay lasts about five nights. A listing took 20 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Huntsville rated?
Guests rate Huntsville Airbnbs 4.80 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Huntsville?
Downtown Huntsville, Hampton Cove and Research Park draw the most short-term rental interest in Huntsville. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Huntsville?
AirROI counted 519 active Airbnb listings in Huntsville as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Madison, 12 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Huntsville?
In Huntsville, nearly nine in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is $101, but a minority of much higher fees lifts the average to $244, so the median is the better guide.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 519 active Airbnb listings in Huntsville 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. Money figures are in U.S. dollars. 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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