Cayucos Beachfront Home with Unobstructed Views Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.97 - Revenue
- $441,817
- Occupancy
- 78.3%
- Daily rate
- $1,384
Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Cayucos, CA Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Cayucos brought in $61,256 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 42% more than the California average of $43,088.
The short answer
Cayucos Airbnb Market at a Glance
Rates in Cayucos run ahead of the California average, with bookings close to it. Listings averaged $456 a night and were booked on 42% of available nights, against $355 and 43% for the California average.
Timing matters: in July, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 2.6 times as much as in January, usually the slowest.
With 191 active listings, Cayucos is the 144th-largest of 643 California markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 17%.
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Revenue
How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Cayucos?
Gross bookings per Cayucos listing averaged $61,256 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 Cayucos listing brings in $10,700 in July, its best month, and $4,180 in January, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 36% 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 3.2 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $14,000+ a month, about 2.7 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $8,740 or more, roughly $3,500 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $5,270 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $2,660 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 2.6 times what January does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $6,390 $10,800 $3,810
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.
Cayucos 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, nightly rate and bookings alike.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | $6,130 | 43.1% | $426 | $204 | 79 days | 3.9 nights |
| Oct 2025 | $6,178 | 43.5% | $424 | $199 | 92 days | 3.9 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $5,825 | 41.8% | $425 | $194 | 89 days | 4.3 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $5,942 | 39.9% | $431 | $192 | 88 days | 5.1 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $4,551 | 33.3% | $420 | $147 | 59 days | 5.5 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $4,779 | 39.3% | $424 | $171 | 65 days | 4.8 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $6,121 | 43.4% | $423 | $197 | 66 days | 4.7 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $6,189 | 44.3% | $424 | $206 | 51 days | 4.7 nights |
| May 2026 | $6,190 | 39.7% | $444 | $200 | 54 days | 3.8 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $8,826 | 53.2% | $484 | $294 | 87 days | 5.8 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $10,721 | 60.4% | $491 | $346 | 114 days | 5.9 nights |
| Aug 2026 | $8,194 | 52.5% | $469 | $264 | 62 days | 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.
The typical Cayucos listing earns about $5,270 a month, but one property can land well above or below that. The Airbnb profit calculator gives a range for a specific address, built from the comparable listings around it.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Cayucos Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Cayucos Airbnb took in $61,256 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $3,110 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 $5,200 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $8,780 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $3,840 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $2,670 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.
Cayucos Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | $52,476 | $87,010 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay14% of Cayucos bookings | $8,780 | $14,560 |
| Gross bookings | $61,256 | $101,570 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 82% of Cayucos listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$8,130 | −$13,480 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$8,780 | −$14,560 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$3,060 | −$5,080 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$1,230 | −$2,030 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$1,840 | −$3,050 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −$610 | −$610 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −$310 | −$310 |
| 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 | −$23,960 | −$39,120 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $37,296about $3,110 a month | $62,450about $5,200 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Cayucos Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Cayucos'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 Cayucos 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.
How Cayucos's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Cayucos listings are booked on 64% or more of their nights, against 43% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of $390 adds about $3,920 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge $535 a night or more, against a median of $390. 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 $5,250 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, July brings the average listing about $10,700, against $4,180 in January, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Cayucos listings average 4.83 stars, and 46% 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 $8,460 a month, against $5,100 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Cayucos?
Cayucos listings were booked on 42% of the nights they were open over the past year, in line with the California average and in line with the U.S. average. In a typical year, occupancy swings from 31% in January to 64% in July.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 3.5 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 82%+ of open nights, 39 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 64% or more, roughly four nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 43% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 23% or less, under two nights a week.
July is usually the busiest month in Cayucos, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 44% 67% 29%
Nightly rates
How Much Does an Airbnb Cost per Night in Cayucos?
The average nightly rate in Cayucos, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $456 over the past year, about 28% above the California average of $355 and about 43% above the U.S. average of $320. In a typical year, rates peak in June and July at about $475 and bottom out in October and November at about $395.
The top 10% charge about 2.4 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge $705+ a night, about 1.8 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge $535 or more, about $150 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about $390 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge $295 or less, about three-quarters of the median.
July rates run 20% above October's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $427 $491 $365
The 12-month ADR of $456 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 Cayucos?
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 Cayucos it averaged $205 over the past year, from about $135 in a typical January to about $347 in a typical July.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $408+ per open night, about 2.3 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $259 or more, about $85 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $174 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $98 or less, about 56% of the median.
July RevPAR is about 2.6 times January's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $210 $347 $123
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Cayucos
Cayucos has one high season, June through August, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest from September to March. A listing earns about 91% more a month in June through August than in December through February.
Average revenue by month in Cayucos
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average $6,390 $10,700 $4,180
Revenue by month in Cayucos in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | $4,180 |
| February | Low season | $4,620 |
| March | Low season | $5,820 |
| April | Shoulder season | $6,500 |
| May | Shoulder season | $6,120 |
| June | High season | $8,540 |
| July | High season | $10,700 |
| August | High season | $8,130 |
| September | Low season | $5,610 |
| October | Low season | $5,760 |
| November | Low season | $5,060 |
| December | Low season | $5,550 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonJune–August | $9,140 | 56% | $469 |
| Shoulder seasonApril–May | $6,310 | 42% | $438 |
| Low seasonSeptember–March | $5,230 | 39% | $407 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Cayucos?
Guests book Cayucos stays 79 days ahead on average (about two and a half months), so guests here plan well ahead. July stays are booked furthest out, about 124 days ahead, and April stays closest to arrival, about 55 days. A typical July booking is made in mid-March.
July stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 78 days 135 days 51 days
Permits
Airbnb Permits and Registration in Cayucos
49% of the 191 active listings in Cayucos 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 occupancy-tax rules vary by address and change often, so confirm them with the city or county before buying or listing in Cayucos.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Cayucos
AirROI's area guide picks eight Cayucos neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Cayucos Beach, Downtown Cayucos and Cayucos Bluffs. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Cayucos Beach | Beautiful beach community with gorgeous coastline and a relaxed atmosphere. Attracts families and beach lovers looking for a quiet getaway. | Cayucos State Beach, Cayucos Pier, Estero Bluffs State Park, Cayucos Morning Market, Surfing, Beachfront restaurants |
| Downtown Cayucos | Charming downtown area with local shops and eateries. Perfect for travelers wanting to experience the small-town charm of Cayucos. | Cayucos Historical Museum, Local boutiques, Sea Glass Festival, Cayucos Coffee, Cayucos Beachside BBQ |
| Cayucos Bluffs | Scenic area with stunning views of the ocean and coastline. Great for guests looking for a more secluded and picturesque stay. | Cayucos Bluffs Trail, Hiking and nature walks, Ocean view picnic spots |
| Morro Strand State Beach | Just north of Cayucos, this beach offers access to stunning sand dunes and is popular with nature enthusiasts. | Morro Strand State Beach, Dune hiking, Bird watching, Fishing spots |
| Estero Bay | Close to Cayucos, it offers beautiful views and various outdoor activities, appealing to nature lovers. | Estero Bay National Marine Sanctuary, Kayaking and boating, Wildlife viewing, Coastal hiking trails |
| Twin Lakes | A family-friendly area with access to Twin Lakes State Beach, ideal for those seeking family-oriented vacation spots. | Twin Lakes State Beach, Swimming and sunbathing, Picnic areas, Playgrounds |
| Cayucos Campground | Great for outdoor enthusiasts looking for camping experiences near the beach with easy access to the coast. | Cayucos Campground, Camping, Surfing access, Outdoor activities |
| Nearby San Luis Obispo | Just a short drive away, San Luis Obispo offers attractions like wine tasting and vibrant city life, appealing to those wanting to explore further. | Downtown San Luis Obispo, Wine tasting regions, California Polytechnic State University, Farms and markets |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Cayucos Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
More than nine in ten Airbnbs in Cayucos are entire homes (94%), with private rooms at 6%. Houses are the most common property type at 75%, about 5 times the share of apartments and condos (14%).
Nearly all listings rent the whole place
Cayucos Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 94%
- Private room 6%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 94.2% | 180 |
| Private room | 5.8% | 11 |
Listings by property type
Cayucos Airbnb listings by property type
- House 75%
- Apartment/Condo 14%
- Others 5%
- Hotel/Boutique 5%
- Cabin/Outdoor 2%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 74.9% | 143 |
| Apartment/Condo | 13.6% | 26 |
| Others | 4.7% | 9 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 4.7% | 9 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 2.1% | 4 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Cayucos Have?
Most Cayucos homes are built for groups: 53% of entire homes have three or more bedrooms, and three-bedroom homes are the most common size (35%). Shares are of the 178 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Cayucos entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
3%
14%
30%
35%
11%
7%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2.8% | 5 |
| 1 bedroom | 14.0% | 25 |
| 2 bedrooms | 29.8% | 53 |
| 3 bedrooms | 34.8% | 62 |
| 4 bedrooms | 11.2% | 20 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 7.3% | 13 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Cayucos
A typical one-bedroom home in Cayucos earned $39,300 over the past year, against $108,000 for a home with five or more bedrooms.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 25 | $39,300 | $42,500 | $266 | 45% |
| 2 bedrooms | 53 | $36,500 | $46,100 | $372 | 40% |
| 3 bedrooms | 62 | $62,800 | $69,100 | $502 | 44% |
| 4 bedrooms | 20 | $83,800 | $112,000 | $694 | 47% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 13 | $108,000 | $91,800 | $863 | 42% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Cayucos Sleep?
Cayucos is a group-trip market: 38% of listings sleep eight or more guests, more than the share of the next most common size, six guests (30%). Shares are of the 181 listings with a guest capacity on file (95% of the market).
Cayucos listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
7%
1%
18%
4%
30%
2%
38%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 6.6% | 12 |
| 3 guests | 1.1% | 2 |
| 4 guests | 17.7% | 32 |
| 5 guests | 3.9% | 7 |
| 6 guests | 30.4% | 55 |
| 7 guests | 2.2% | 4 |
| 8+ guests | 38.1% | 69 |
How Cayucos Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Cayucos hosts set up an average of 3.8 beds per listing. Only 37% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 16
- Beds per listing
- 3.8
- Show exact location
- 37%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Cayucos Offer?
Free on-site parking is close to standard in Cayucos: 93% of listings offer it, and 75% have a patio or balcony.
Share of Cayucos listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Cayucos
Listings in Cayucos with a patio or balcony earned about twice as much a year, on average, as those without: $69,500 against $36,000. The gap is smaller for an ocean view (about 80% more) and beach essentials (about 80% 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 Cayucos 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Patio or balcony | 75% | $69,500 | $36,000 | +93% |
| Ocean view | 39% | $84,000 | $46,500 | +80% |
| Beach essentials | 32% | $87,300 | $48,800 | +79% |
| Ping pong table | 6% | $105,000 | $58,600 | +78% |
| Gym | 20% | $89,700 | $53,900 | +66% |
| BBQ grill | 70% | $68,700 | $43,800 | +57% |
| EV charger | 6% | $88,300 | $59,400 | +48% |
| Sun loungers | 16% | $84,400 | $56,900 | +48% |
| Waterfront | 17% | $83,600 | $56,800 | +47% |
| Fire pit | 20% | $82,000 | $55,900 | +47% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Cayucos?
Cayucos draws mostly domestic guests: 98% of those who left reviews live in the United States. No single city dominates: Los Angeles is the largest source, at about 6% of reviews. English is spoken by 67% of guests, and Spanish by 16%.
98% of Cayucos guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 98%
- International 2%
Where Cayucos guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Los Angeles | 6.0% |
| Fresno | 4.6% |
| Bakersfield | 3.8% |
| San Francisco | 3.7% |
Where Cayucos guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 97.9% |
| Germany | 0.4% |
| Canada | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | 0.3% |
| Mexico | 0.2% |
Languages spoken by Cayucos guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 67.5% |
| Spanish | 16.1% |
| French | 5.3% |
| German | 2.1% |
| Italian | 1.3% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Cayucos?
Cayucos Airbnbs average 4.83 stars, and 46% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.69, against 4.95 for location.
Location scores highest in Cayucos; 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 | 4.85 |
| Cleanliness | 4.82 |
| Communication | 4.88 |
| Location | 4.95 |
| Check-in | 4.91 |
| Value | 4.69 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Cayucos: Stays, Rules and Fees
Nearly three-quarters of Cayucos listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 28% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 91 to 180 days a year, covering 37% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Cayucos listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 36%
- 181-270 days 37%
- 91-180 days 22%
- 31-90 days 5%
- 1-30 days <1%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 36.1% | 69 |
| 181-270 days | 36.6% | 70 |
| 91-180 days | 22.0% | 42 |
| 31-90 days | 4.7% | 9 |
| 1-30 days | 0.5% | 1 |
Days a year Cayucos listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 5%
- 181-270 days 23%
- 91-180 days 37%
- 31-90 days 21%
- 1-30 days 14%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 5.2% | 10 |
| 181-270 days | 23.0% | 44 |
| 91-180 days | 37.2% | 71 |
| 31-90 days | 20.9% | 40 |
| 1-30 days | 13.6% | 26 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Cayucos?
The average Cayucos booking lasts 5.4 nights, longest in July and shortest in September. Listings took about 27 bookings each over the year, some 5,050 in all. Nearly three-quarters of 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 Cayucos
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 4.5 nights 6.5 nights 3.4 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Cayucos Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
42% of listings in Cayucos accept stays of one or two nights; the most common minimum is three nights.
Minimum stay set by Cayucos 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 Cayucos?
Strict is the most common cancellation policy in Cayucos, used by 39% of listings; it gives a full refund only within 48 hours of booking, and half back up to a week before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: more than eight in ten listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 13% on Flexible or Moderate.
Cancellation policies of Cayucos listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Cayucos?
95% of Cayucos listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is $345, and some higher fees lift the average to $515. Spread over the average stay of 5.4 nights, that adds roughly $65 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 14% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- $345
- Average cleaning fee
- $515
- Listings charging a fee
- 94.8%
- Share of gross revenue
- 14.3%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Cayucos
The top-grossing Airbnb in Cayucos, a four-bedroom home, took in $442,000 over the past year, about 7.2 times the city's average of $61,300.
Cayucos Beachfront Home with Unobstructed Views Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.97 
The Beach House - On Cayucos Beach Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.87 - Revenue
- $233,584
- Occupancy
- 89.5%
- Daily rate
- $700
Beautiful Ocean Front Cottage, Cayucos California Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.98 - Revenue
- $226,519
- Occupancy
- 71.4%
- Daily rate
- $952
Fabulous Oceanfront Cayucos Getaway Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- $203,828
- Occupancy
- 65.9%
- Daily rate
- $821
2 Beach Casitas - Stay 'Together-Apart' Sleeps 11 Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.95 - Revenue
- $187,242
- Occupancy
- 85.1%
- Daily rate
- $546
Oceanfront Cayucos Home Remodeled as of 2023! Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.80 - Revenue
- $175,899
- Occupancy
- 53.5%
- Daily rate
- $858
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Cayucos?
Beachside is the top-grossing host in Cayucos, with $2.55 million in bookings across 34 listings over the past year. The market is concentrated: the ten top-grossing hosts run 51% of its 191 listings. Per listing, a smaller operator earns more: Beach-N-Bay grossed $127,000 per listing, 70% more than Beachside's $74,900.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beachside | 34 | $2,546,865 | $74,908 | 4.84/5 | |
| Beach-N-Bay | 9 | $1,144,691 | $127,188 | 4.88/5 | |
| SeeLyon Beach Rentals | 27 | $984,655 | $36,469 | 4.72/5 | |
| 4 | URelax Vacation Rentals | 10 | $823,483 | $82,348 | 4.75/5 |
| 5 | Laura | 1 | $441,817 | $441,817 | 4.97/5 |
| 6 | AvantStay Central Coast | 9 | $428,897 | $47,655 | 4.88/5 |
| 7 | Angela | 3 | $349,214 | $116,405 | 4.96/5 |
| 8 | Rene | 1 | $233,584 | $233,584 | 4.87/5 |
| 9 | Lauren | 1 | $226,519 | $226,519 | 4.98/5 |
| 10 | Taylor | 3 | $185,874 | $61,958 | 4.93/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Cayucos?
Professional management companies run 32% of Cayucos listings and owners run the rest. 65% 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 82% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 64.9%
- Professional management
- 31.9%
- Cohosted listings
- 13.6%
- Instant Book enabled
- 31.9%
- Simplified Pricing
- 82.2%
Largest Airbnb Management Companies in Cayucos
4 management companies run five or more active Airbnb listings in Cayucos, and companies run 31% of its 191 active listings. SeeLyon Beach Rentals is the largest, with 27 listings and an average guest rating of 4.76; the next largest are URelax Vacation Rentals, AvantStay and Vacasa. Among the four largest, AvantStay's homes rate highest, at 4.86.
The four largest run 28% of Cayucos's listings
Share of Cayucos's 191 active Airbnb listings each company runs as host or co-host
- SeeLyon Beach Rentals 14% · 27
- URelax Vacation Rentals 5% · 10
- AvantStay 5% · 9
- Vacasa 4% · 7
- All other listings 72%
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 California, with a profile of each.
Nearby markets
Cayucos vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 33 km, Avila Beach (33 km away, 97 listings) earned the most per listing, about 38% more than Cayucos. Baywood Park was the busiest, booked on 51% of nights against 42% in Cayucos.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morro Bay 8 km | 224 | $46,474 | $313 | 43% |
| Baywood Park 14 km | 38 | $40,841 | $224 | 51% |
| Atascadero 20 km | 184 | $45,249 | $372 | 41% |
| Templeton 22 km | 149 | $64,458 | $547 | 39% |
| Cambria 22 km | 222 | $46,205 | $393 | 42% |
| Paso Robles 29 km | 710 | $58,554 | $463 | 39% |
| San Luis Obispo 29 km | 321 | $60,314 | $416 | 47% |
| Avila Beach 33 km | 97 | $84,739 | $620 | 41% |
Other Airbnb Markets in California
- Los Angeles Airbnb data 9,937 listings
- San Diego Airbnb data 9,532 listings
- San Francisco Airbnb data 4,310 listings
- Palm Springs Airbnb data 3,491 listings
- Big Bear Lake Airbnb data 3,189 listings
- Mammoth Lakes Airbnb data 2,652 listings
- San Jose Airbnb data 2,228 listings
- South Lake Tahoe Airbnb data 1,814 listings
See all 643 California Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Cayucos
Markets elsewhere in the United States with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Cayucos:
- Belmar Airbnb data NJ · $462/night · 42.4%
- McGaheysville Airbnb data VA · $459/night · 42.5%
- Provincetown Airbnb data MA · $463/night · 42.4%
- Friday Harbor Airbnb data WA · $452/night · 42.9%
- Hollister Airbnb data MO · $471/night · 42.3%
- Lakeside Airbnb data MT · $443/night · 42.6%
FAQ
Cayucos Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Cayucos?
An active Cayucos Airbnb grossed $61,256 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 191 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $8,740 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Cayucos?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Cayucos listings earn between $2,660 and $8,740 in a typical month, and the top tenth $14,000 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
What is the average Airbnb occupancy rate in Cayucos?
Listings in Cayucos were booked on 42% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 43% for the California average. July is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Cayucos?
The average booked night in Cayucos cost $456 before fees. Half of listings charge between $295 and $535, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Cayucos?
In Cayucos, 49% 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 occupancy-tax rules with the city or county before buying.
Is Airbnb profitable in Cayucos?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Cayucos Airbnb grossed $61,256 in the 12 months to September 2026, 42% above 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, $37,296 a year (about $3,110 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 $5,200 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Cayucos?
July usually pays best, averaging $10,700 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 Cayucos?
Each night a Cayucos listing was open to book earned $205 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 $408 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Cayucos?
Cayucos stays were booked 79 days (about two and a half months) before arrival on average over the past year, so a listing that opens its calendar late misses many bookings.
How long do guests stay at Airbnbs in Cayucos?
The average Cayucos Airbnb stay lasted 5.4 nights over the past year. A listing took 27 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Cayucos rated?
Guests rate Cayucos Airbnbs 4.83 out of 5 on average. Guests score location highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Cayucos?
Cayucos Beach, Downtown Cayucos and Cayucos Bluffs draw the most short-term rental interest in Cayucos. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Cayucos?
AirROI counted 191 active Airbnb listings in Cayucos as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Morro Bay, 8 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Cayucos?
In Cayucos, 95% of listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is $345, and some higher fees lift the average to $515.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 191 active Airbnb listings in Cayucos 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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