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- $215,325
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- Daily rate
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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Big Bear, CA Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Big Bear brought in $30,146 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 30% less than the California average of $43,088.
The short answer
Big Bear Airbnb Market at a Glance
Rates are in line with the California average, but bookings trail it. Listings averaged $356 a night and were booked on 30% of available nights, against $355 and 43% for the California average.
Timing matters: in December, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 3.9 times as much as in September, usually the slowest.
With 161 active listings, Big Bear is the 164th-largest of 643 California markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 7% while the number of active listings grew 55%.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Big Bear?
Gross bookings per Big Bear listing averaged $30,146 over the 12 months to September 2026 (California average: $43,088), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Big Bear listing brings in $6,570 in December, its best month, and $1,690 in September, 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 3.3 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $7,110+ a month, about three times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $4,430 or more, roughly $2,000 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $2,440 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $1,300 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.
December earns about 3.9 times what September does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $3,230 $6,730 $1,310
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.
Big Bear 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.
December 2025 led on revenue, nightly rate and bookings alike.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | $2,071 | 27.1% | $305 | $69 | 21 days | 3 nights |
| Oct 2025 | $2,427 | 29.6% | $319 | $78 | 24 days | 2.4 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $3,169 | 30.4% | $345 | $106 | 25 days | 3 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $6,728 | 44.6% | $464 | $217 | 48 days | 2.9 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $5,232 | 40.1% | $431 | $169 | 34 days | 2.5 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $4,352 | 37.5% | $400 | $155 | 35 days | 2.4 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $2,668 | 25.9% | $352 | $86 | 23 days | 2.9 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $1,983 | 25.4% | $323 | $66 | 21 days | 3.8 nights |
| May 2026 | $2,217 | 23.2% | $318 | $72 | 25 days | 3.3 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $3,614 | 36.3% | $323 | $120 | 28 days | 4.6 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $3,777 | 32.2% | $346 | $122 | 37 days | 4.2 nights |
| Aug 2026 | $3,040 | 33.7% | $321 | $98 | 30 days | 4.4 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 Big Bear address, run it through the Airbnb calculator.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Big Bear Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Big Bear Airbnb took in $30,146 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $1,450 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 $2,680 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $5,080 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $1,880 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $1,240 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.
Big Bear Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | $25,066 | $45,600 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay17% of Big Bear bookings | $5,080 | $9,240 |
| Gross bookings | $30,146 | $54,840 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 14%: 15.5% for the 86% of Big Bear listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$4,160 | −$7,560 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$5,080 | −$9,240 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$1,510 | −$2,740 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$600 | −$1,100 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$900 | −$1,650 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −$300 | −$300 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required: see Big Bear's Airbnb rules | −$150 | −$150 |
| 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 25% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −$12,700 | −$22,740 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $17,446about $1,450 a month | $32,100about $2,680 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Big Bear Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Big Bear'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 Big Bear 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 Big Bear's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Big Bear listings are booked on 44% or more of their nights, against 28% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of $280 adds about $2,820 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge $410 a night or more, against a median of $280. 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 $2,510 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, December brings the average listing about $6,570, against $1,690 in September, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Big Bear listings average 4.76 stars, and 43% 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 $4,570 a month, against $2,510 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Big Bear?
Big Bear listings were booked on 30% of the nights they were open over the past year, 13 percentage points below the California average (43%) and 11 points below the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 43% in December and falls to 21% in May.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 4.6 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 67%+ of open nights, 39 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 44% or more, roughly three nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 28% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 15% or less, under two nights a week.
December is usually the busiest month in Big Bear, May the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 31% 45% 19%
Nightly rates
How Much Does an Airbnb Cost per Night in Big Bear?
The average nightly rate in Big Bear, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $356 over the past year, about the same as the California average ($355) and about 11% above the U.S. average of $320. In a typical year, rates swing with the seasons, from about $285 in September to about $465 in December.
The top 10% charge about 2.8 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge $605+ a night, about 2.1 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge $410 or more, about $130 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about $280 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge $215 or less, about three-quarters of the median.
December rates run 64% above September's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $347 $464 $260
What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Big Bear?
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 Big Bear it averaged $109 over the past year, from about $56 in a typical September to about $212 in a typical December.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $179+ per open night, about twice the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $131 or more, about $40 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $91 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $53 or less, about 58% of the median.
December RevPAR is about 3.8 times September's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $106 $217 $44
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Big Bear
Big Bear has one high season, December through February, which makes it a highly seasonal market. Business is slowest from August to October and slows again from March to May. Winter pays better here: a listing earns about 61% more a month in December through February than in June through August.
Average revenue by month in Big Bear
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average $3,230 $6,570 $1,690
Revenue by month in Big Bear in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | High season | $4,820 |
| February | High season | $4,010 |
| March | Low season | $2,760 |
| April | Low season | $2,190 |
| May | Low season | $2,110 |
| June | Shoulder season | $3,430 |
| July | Shoulder season | $3,280 |
| August | Low season | $2,880 |
| September | Low season | $1,690 |
| October | Low season | $1,970 |
| November | Shoulder season | $3,000 |
| December | High season | $6,570 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonDecember–February | $5,130 | 39% | $422 |
| Shoulder seasonJune–July, November | $3,240 | 31% | $330 |
| Low seasonMarch–May, August–October | $2,270 | 26% | $318 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Big Bear?
Guests book Big Bear stays 30 days ahead on average (about four weeks). December stays are booked furthest out, about 45 days ahead, and April stays closest to arrival, about 19 days. A typical December booking is made in late October.
December stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 27 days 48 days 17 days
The 12-month figure of 30 days averages each listing's year as a whole; each month here averages only the listings with stays in it.
Permits
Airbnb Permits and Registration in Big Bear
Airbnb is legal in unincorporated Big Bear with a San Bernardino County permit ($1,144 new, $550 to renew). Hotel tax is 7%, collected by Airbnb. Homes inside Big Bear Lake follow the city's own license.
All 161 active listings in Big Bear 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.
The permit, operating limits and taxes on a stay are set out in the Big Bear Airbnb regulations, each rule linked to its official source and checked October 2026.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Big Bear
AirROI's area guide picks five Big Bear neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Big Bear Village, Snow Summit and Bear Mountain. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Big Bear Village | The charming downtown area features shops, restaurants, and entertainment, making it a hub for visitors. Great for those who want to experience the local lifestyle and nightlife. | Big Bear Village, The Village Drive, Big Bear Lake Brewing Company, Mountain Moonshine, Pine Knot Marina |
| Snow Summit | A popular skiing and snowboarding destination that attracts winter sports enthusiasts. Great for year-round investment due to seasonal sports and summer activities. | Snow Summit Ski Resort, Mountain Biking Trails, Chairlift Rides, Winter Snow Play |
| Bear Mountain | Another premier skiing area, known for its terrain parks and downhill skiing. Attracts serious skiers and snowboarders, especially during winter. | Bear Mountain Ski Resort, The Zoo at Bear Mountain, Snowboarding Terrain Parks |
| Moonridge | A residential area providing a quieter experience, yet close to the action. Ideal for families and those looking for a peaceful retreat in nature. | Moonridge Zoo, Bear Mountain Golf Course, Hiking Trails, Beautiful Scenic Views |
| Sugarloaf | A peaceful area with a local vibe, less touristy than other parts of Big Bear, making it attractive for those looking for a more authentic experience. | Local Shops, Hiking Trails, Nearby Nature |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Big Bear Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Almost every Airbnb in Big Bear is an entire home: 98% of listings, with private rooms at 2%. Cabins and other outdoor stays make up 58% of listings, ahead of houses (41%).
Nearly all listings rent the whole place
Big Bear Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 98%
- Private room 2%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 97.5% | 157 |
| Private room | 2.5% | 4 |
Cabins lead the property mix
Big Bear Airbnb listings by property type
- Cabin/Outdoor 58%
- House 41%
- Apartment/Condo 1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Cabin/Outdoor | 57.8% | 93 |
| House | 41.0% | 66 |
| Apartment/Condo | 1.2% | 2 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Big Bear Have?
Most Big Bear homes are built for groups: 56% of entire homes have three or more bedrooms, though two-bedroom homes are the most common single size (41%).
Big Bear entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms
3%
41%
35%
13%
7%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 3.2% | 5 |
| 2 bedrooms | 41.0% | 64 |
| 3 bedrooms | 35.3% | 55 |
| 4 bedrooms | 13.5% | 21 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 7.1% | 11 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Big Bear
A typical two-bedroom home in Big Bear earned $14,000 over the past year, against $61,900 for a home with five or more bedrooms.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 bedrooms | 64 | $14,000 | $20,700 | $276 | 28% |
| 3 bedrooms | 55 | $24,400 | $27,300 | $346 | 30% |
| 4 bedrooms | 21 | $39,500 | $49,000 | $460 | 30% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 11 | $61,900 | $73,100 | $862 | 30% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Big Bear Sleep?
Big Bear is a group-trip market: 50% of listings sleep eight or more guests, about 1.8 times the share of the next most common size, six guests (28%).
Big Bear listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
1%
11%
7%
28%
3%
50%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 0.6% | 1 |
| 4 guests | 10.8% | 17 |
| 5 guests | 7.0% | 11 |
| 6 guests | 28.0% | 44 |
| 7 guests | 3.2% | 5 |
| 8+ guests | 50.3% | 79 |
How Big Bear Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Big Bear hosts set up an average of 4.6 beds per listing. About three in ten listings (29%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 15
- Beds per listing
- 4.6
- Show exact location
- 29%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Big Bear Offer?
Hot tubs are common in Big Bear: 48% of listings have one, and 99% offer free parking on site. Air conditioning is the exception rather than the rule: only 25% of listings have it.
Share of Big Bear listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Big Bear
Listings in Big Bear with a pool table earned about 2.2 times as much a year, on average, as those without: $54,500 against $25,000. The gap is smaller for a ping pong table (about twice as much) and air conditioning (about twice as much). 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 Big Bear 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool table | 17% | $54,500 | $25,000 | +118% |
| Ping pong table | 9% | $56,100 | $27,700 | +103% |
| Air conditioning | 25% | $47,100 | $24,300 | +94% |
| Hot tub | 48% | $39,700 | $21,100 | +88% |
| Fire pit | 34% | $42,800 | $23,600 | +82% |
| Arcade games | 15% | $48,600 | $26,900 | +81% |
| Outdoor dining area | 50% | $37,500 | $22,900 | +64% |
| Smart lock | 25% | $40,100 | $26,800 | +50% |
| Children's playroom | 8% | $42,600 | $29,100 | +47% |
| EV charger | 9% | $41,100 | $29,000 | +42% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Big Bear?
Big Bear draws mostly domestic guests: 93% of those who left reviews live in the United States. Los Angeles alone accounts for 15% of reviews. Of the 7% from abroad, most come from Mexico and Germany. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 59%, followed by Spanish and Russian.
93% of Big Bear guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 93%
- International 7%
Where Big Bear guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Los Angeles | 14.9% |
| San Diego | 8.3% |
| Las Vegas | 2.7% |
| Long Beach | 2.0% |
Where Big Bear guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 93.0% |
| Mexico | 3.7% |
| Germany | 0.5% |
| United Kingdom | 0.4% |
| France | 0.2% |
Languages spoken by Big Bear guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 59.1% |
| Spanish | 27.0% |
| Russian | 2.1% |
| French | 2.0% |
| Chinese | 1.4% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Big Bear?
Big Bear Airbnbs average 4.76 stars, and 43% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.70, against 4.87 for check-in.
Check-in scores highest in Big Bear; 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 | 4.81 |
| Cleanliness | 4.73 |
| Communication | 4.86 |
| Location | 4.83 |
| Check-in | 4.87 |
| Value | 4.70 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Big Bear: Stays, Rules and Fees
More than nine in ten Big Bear listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 8% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 36% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Big Bear listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 61%
- 181-270 days 32%
- 91-180 days 6%
- 31-90 days 1%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 60.9% | 98 |
| 181-270 days | 31.7% | 51 |
| 91-180 days | 6.2% | 10 |
| 31-90 days | 1.2% | 2 |
Days a year Big Bear listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 1%
- 181-270 days 7%
- 91-180 days 32%
- 31-90 days 36%
- 1-30 days 24%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 1.2% | 2 |
| 181-270 days | 6.8% | 11 |
| 91-180 days | 31.7% | 51 |
| 31-90 days | 36.0% | 58 |
| 1-30 days | 24.2% | 39 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Big Bear?
The average Big Bear booking lasts 3.2 nights, longest in April and shortest in February. Listings took about 24 bookings each over the year, some 3,810 in all. More than seven in ten listings that give a check-in time set it at 4 p.m., with check-out usually at 11 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Big Bear
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 3.1 nights 4 nights 2.2 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Big Bear Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
Nearly all listings in Big Bear accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Big Bear 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 Big Bear?
Moderate is the most common cancellation policy in Big Bear, used by 37% of listings; it refunds guests in full if they cancel at least five days before check-in. Nearly half of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms and 45% use Firm or stricter ones, so neither camp dominates.
Cancellation policies of Big Bear listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Big Bear?
Nearly all Big Bear listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is about $188. Spread over the average stay of 3.2 nights, that adds roughly $60 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 17% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- $188
- Average cleaning fee
- $218
- Listings charging a fee
- 99.4%
- Share of gross revenue
- 16.8%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Big Bear
The top-grossing Airbnb in Big Bear, a four-bedroom home, took in $215,000 over the past year, about 7.1 times the city's average of $30,100. Four of the six listings below have five or more bedrooms; the other two have two and four bedrooms.
Fully Remodeled, Game Room, Luxury, Spa, Parking! Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.96 
Steel Pine As Seen On TV * Immaculate Views & SPA Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- $162,443
- Occupancy
- 33.5%
- Daily rate
- $1,141
Kids love it! GameDen•Spa•fenced yd•1mi to lake•EV Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.94 - Revenue
- $131,554
- Occupancy
- 45.2%
- Daily rate
- $703
Mountain Retreat with gym, spa, sauna, gameroom Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.89 - Revenue
- $117,979
- Occupancy
- 43.5%
- Daily rate
- $727
Honey Bear Chalet-Mtn Views-HotTub-Playground-Pets Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.92 - Revenue
- $116,787
- Occupancy
- 71.7%
- Daily rate
- $418
Mountain View Manor | 7BR · Hot Tub · Barrel Sauna Entire home · 7 bedrooms Rated 4.71 - Revenue
- $115,712
- Occupancy
- 41.2%
- Daily rate
- $694
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Big Bear?
Destination Big Bear Vacation is the top-grossing host in Big Bear, with $330,000 in bookings across 8 listings over the past year. Together, the ten top-grossing hosts run 21% of the market's 161 listings.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Destination Big Bear Vacation | 8 | $329,754 | $41,219 | 4.90/5 | |
| Bryan | 6 | $282,457 | $47,076 | 4.72/5 | |
| Wander | 1 | $215,325 | $215,325 | 4.96/5 | |
| 4 | Leanne Account 1 | 5 | $176,571 | $35,314 | 4.93/5 |
| 5 | Robinhood Management | 5 | $167,360 | $33,472 | 4.56/5 |
| 6 | Leanne Account 2 | 1 | $162,443 | $162,443 | 5.00/5 |
| 7 | Shawn And Amanda | 3 | $136,007 | $45,336 | 4.92/5 |
| 8 | Bearadise | 2 | $134,012 | $67,006 | 4.54/5 |
| 9 | Tierney | 1 | $131,554 | $131,554 | 4.94/5 |
| 10 | AvantStay Big Bear | 2 | $122,236 | $61,118 | 4.93/5 |
Account numbers mark separate host accounts that share a display name.
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Big Bear?
Professional management companies run a quarter of Big Bear listings and owners run the rest, though 35% of listings have a co-host. Superhosts run 53% of listings. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 86% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 53.4%
- Professional management
- 24.8%
- Cohosted listings
- 34.8%
- Instant Book enabled
- 44.1%
- Simplified Pricing
- 86.3%
Largest Airbnb Management Companies in Big Bear
3 management companies run five or more active Airbnb listings in Big Bear, and companies run 28% of its 161 active listings. Big Bear Cool Cabins is the largest, with 14 listings; the next largest are Big Bear Vacations and Robinhood.
The three largest run 16% of Big Bear's listings
Share of Big Bear's 161 active Airbnb listings each company runs as host or co-host
- Big Bear Cool Cabins 9% · 14
- Big Bear Vacations 4% · 7
- Robinhood 3% · 5
- All other listings 84%
Listings each company runs as host or co-host, 12 months to September 2026.
See the largest management companies in California, with a profile of each.
Nearby markets
Big Bear vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
AirROI also tracks listings in this area under another name: Big Bear City (1,053 active listings) has its own page and is left out of the comparison below.
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 35 km, Pioneertown (30 km away, 97 listings) earned the most per listing, about twice as much as Big Bear. Morongo Valley was the busiest, booked on 47% of nights against 30% in Big Bear.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Bear Lake 6 km | 3,189 | $37,308 | $446 | 29% |
| Fawnskin 11 km | 90 | $40,734 | $515 | 29% |
| Green Valley Lake 23 km | 76 | $19,995 | $229 | 31% |
| Running Springs 26 km | 220 | $25,985 | $283 | 32% |
| Pioneertown 30 km | 97 | $62,889 | $472 | 41% |
| Morongo Valley 32 km | 72 | $38,961 | $258 | 47% |
| Lake Arrowhead 33 km | 859 | $34,152 | $414 | 29% |
| Blue Jay 35 km | 48 | $40,801 | $417 | 31% |
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Markets Similar to Big Bear
Markets elsewhere in the United States with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Big Bear:
- Auburn Airbnb data AL · $353/night · 29.6%
- Mabank Airbnb data TX · $351/night · 29.4%
- Sapphire Airbnb data NC · $352/night · 29.3%
- Eden Airbnb data UT · $345/night · 29.5%
- Alto Airbnb data NM · $359/night · 30.4%
- Red River Airbnb data NM · $371/night · 29.1%
FAQ
Big Bear Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Big Bear?
An active Big Bear Airbnb grossed $30,146 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 161 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $4,430 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Big Bear?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Big Bear listings earn between $1,300 and $4,430 in a typical month, and the top tenth $7,110 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 Big Bear?
Listings in Big Bear were booked on 30% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 43% for the California average. December is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Big Bear?
The average booked night in Big Bear cost $356 before fees. Half of listings charge between $215 and $410, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Big Bear?
Yes, with a San Bernardino County short-term rental permit in Big Bear City, Fawnskin, Sugarloaf and the other unincorporated areas around the lake; homes inside the City of Big Bear Lake follow the city's own license program instead. The Big Bear Airbnb regulations set out the permit, its cost, the taxes on a stay and the operating limits, each linked to its official source.
Is Airbnb profitable in Big Bear?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Big Bear Airbnb grossed $30,146 in the 12 months to September 2026, 30% below the California average of $43,088. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, $17,446 a year (about $1,450 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 $2,680 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Big Bear?
December usually pays best, averaging $6,570 per active listing over the past two years, and September usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Big Bear?
Each night a Big Bear listing was open to book earned $109 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 $179 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Big Bear?
Big Bear stays were booked 30 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 Big Bear?
The average Big Bear Airbnb stay lasted 3.2 nights over the past year. A listing took 24 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Big Bear rated?
Guests rate Big Bear Airbnbs 4.76 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Big Bear?
Big Bear Village, Snow Summit and Bear Mountain draw the most short-term rental interest in Big Bear. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Big Bear?
AirROI counted 161 active Airbnb listings in Big Bear as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Big Bear Lake, 6 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Big Bear?
In Big Bear, nearly all listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about $188.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 161 active Airbnb listings in Big Bear 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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