Airbnb market data · 202512 months to April 2025
Cerritos, CA Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Cerritos brought in $13,542 over the 12 months through April 2025, across just 18 active listings, so a single property can move that figure.
AirROI's latest figures for Cerritos run through April 2025.
The short answer
Cerritos Airbnb Market at a Glance
Listings averaged $143 a night and were booked on 50% of available nights.
Timing matters: in March, the best month, the average listing earned about 2.1 times as much as in September, the slowest. With only 18 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 18 active listings, Cerritos is the 618th-largest of 643 California markets AirROI tracks.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Cerritos?
Gross bookings per Cerritos listing averaged $13,542 over the 12 months to April 2025 (California average: $46,107), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
The average Cerritos listing brought in $3,650 in March, its best month, and $1,730 in September, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 33% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
Across Cerritos's 18 active listings, monthly revenue by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $5,920+ a month, about four times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $3,070 or more, roughly $1,600 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $1,500 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $1,100 or less, about three-quarters 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.
March earned about 2.1 times what September did
Average revenue per active listing, by month
Dashed: April left out, as the latest month's data looks incomplete.
Cerritos Airbnb Data by Month
Latest 12 months in the April 2025 data.
March led on revenue and nightly rate; bookings peaked in August.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | Booking Lead Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 2024 | $2,627 | 54.4% | $138 | 47 days |
| Jun 2024 | $2,585 | 58.3% | $137 | 29 days |
| Jul 2024 | $2,152 | 50.8% | $139 | 23 days |
| Aug 2024 | $1,973 | 62.7% | $139 | 31 days |
| Sep 2024 | $1,729 | 56.4% | $140 | 24 days |
| Oct 2024 | $1,761 | 46.0% | $139 | 22 days |
| Nov 2024 | $1,970 | 35.3% | $138 | 30 days |
| Dec 2024 | $1,898 | 46.5% | $147 | 35 days |
| Jan 2025 | $3,141 | 46.4% | $161 | 14 days |
| Feb 2025 | $3,107 | 47.9% | $162 | 18 days |
| Mar 2025 | $3,650 | 62.4% | $164 | 18 days |
| Apr 2025* | $3,181 | 42.1% | $164 | 23 days |
Averages per active listing in each month. Highlighted: the highest-revenue month. Booking lead time is the days between booking and check-in for stays in that month. *Apr 2025 is the latest month and looks incomplete: its occupancy sits well below the calendar months either side of it, as the latest month often does before late bookings are recorded. It may be revised and is not counted as a best or worst month.
These are market-wide figures. To see what one particular Cerritos home could earn, enter its address, bedrooms and guests in the Airbnb revenue calculator; it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Cerritos Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Cerritos Airbnb took in $13,542 in the 12 months to April 2025, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $820 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 $1,700 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.
Cerritos Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Gross bookings | $13,542 | $27,700 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's fee15.5% of bookings, Airbnb's standard host-only fee | −$2,100 | −$4,290 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$680 | −$1,390 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$270 | −$550 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$410 | −$830 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −$140 | −$140 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −$70 | −$70 |
| Management$0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings | $0 | $0 |
| Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free | $0 | $0 |
| Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on | $0 | $0 |
| Total running costsAbout 27% of bookings | −$3,670 | −$7,270 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $9,872about $820 a month | $20,430about $1,700 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Cerritos Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Cerritos'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 Cerritos 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 Cerritos's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Cerritos listings are booked on 70% or more of their nights, against 53% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of $75 adds about $748 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge $190 a night or more, against a median of $75. 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 $1,350 a year.
- Open for the busy months. March brought the average listing about $3,650, against $1,730 in September, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
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 $2,310 a month, against $1,130 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Cerritos?
Cerritos listings were booked on 50% of the nights they were open over the past year, 7 percentage points above the California average (43%) and 9 points above the U.S. average (41%). Occupancy swings from 35% in November to 63% in August.
Across Cerritos's 18 active listings, the share of open nights booked by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 83%+ of open nights, 30 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 70% or more, roughly five nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 53% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 30% or less, under three nights a week.
August was the busiest month in Cerritos, November the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month
Dashed: April data incomplete.
Nightly rates
How Much Does an Airbnb Cost per Night in Cerritos?
The average nightly rate in Cerritos, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $143 over the past year, about 61% below the California average of $370 and about 57% below the U.S. average of $335. Rates peak in February and March at about $165 and bottom out in June and November at about $135.
Across Cerritos's 18 active listings, nightly rates by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge $360+ a night, about 4.8 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge $190 or more, about $120 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about $75 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge $54 or less, about three-quarters of the median.
March rates ran 19% above June's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month
Dashed: April data incomplete.
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Cerritos
With only 18 active listings, the monthly pattern in Cerritos is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue peaked in March and bottomed out in September.
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Cerritos?
Guests book Cerritos stays 20 days ahead on average (about three weeks), so many trips are booked close to arrival. May stays are booked furthest out, about 47 days ahead, and January stays closest to arrival, about 14 days. A typical May booking is made in late March.
May stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay
Dashed: April data incomplete. The 12-month figure of 20 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 Cerritos
None of the 18 active listings in Cerritos 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 Cerritos.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Cerritos
AirROI's area guide picks eight Cerritos neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Cerritos Towne Center, Heritage Park and Cerritos College. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Cerritos Towne Center | A popular shopping and entertainment destination that attracts visitors from all over. Ideal for guests looking for shopping, dining, and entertainment options within walking distance. | Cerritos Performing Arts Center, Signature Center, Cerritos Library, Cerritos Park East, Los Cerritos Center |
| Heritage Park | A beautiful park area with picturesque settings, perfect for families and outdoor enthusiasts. Close proximity to events and recreational activities, making it appealing for short-term guests. | Heritage Park, Cerritos Sculpture Garden, Pioneer Park, Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts |
| Cerritos College | A vibrant area that attracts students and visitors year-round. Ideal for hosting guests looking for an educational or cultural experience, especially during events and graduation weekends. | Cerritos College, Student Activities, Cerritos College Art Gallery |
| Los Cerritos Center | The largest shopping mall in Cerritos featuring a wide variety of stores and eateries. Great for guests who enjoy shopping and dining in one location. | Macy's, AMC Theatres, Apple Store, Nordstrom Rack |
| Pioneer Park | A centrally located space with recreational areas, sports facilities, and picnic areas. Popular among families and locals, making it an attractive spot for Airbnb hosting. | Playgrounds, Sports fields, Walking trails, Picnic areas |
| Cerritos Auto Square | Known for its vast selection of car dealerships and automotive services. This area attracts visitors looking to purchase vehicles or attend auto-related events. | Car dealerships, Food options, Nearby shopping |
| Cerritos Regional Park | A large and well-maintained green space with various recreational facilities. Ideal for guests who appreciate outdoor activities and community events. | Fishing lake, Walking trails, Playgrounds, Sports facilities |
| Lake Cerritos | A serene area near the lake perfect for nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful getaway. Draws visitors looking for relaxation and outdoor activities. | Lake Cerritos, Walking paths, Picnic areas, Fishing spots |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Nearby markets
Cerritos vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 11 km, Cypress (6 km away, 34 listings) earned the most per listing, about 3.5 times as much as Cerritos.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norwalk 4 km | 87 | $23,248 | $179 | 49% |
| Lakewood 5 km | 53 | $17,832 | $196 | 45% |
| Buena Park 6 km | 62 | $24,525 | $179 | 49% |
| Bellflower 6 km | 43 | $35,685 | $229 | 50% |
| Cypress 6 km | 34 | $47,971 | $339 | 50% |
| La Mirada 7 km | 32 | $15,625 | $172 | 46% |
| Downey 10 km | 114 | $25,669 | $194 | 48% |
| Stanton 11 km | 63 | $40,112 | $274 | 51% |
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Markets Similar to Cerritos
Markets elsewhere in the United States with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Cerritos:
- Greenwood Village Airbnb data CO · $146/night · 49.3%
- Joplin Airbnb data MO · $141/night · 48.1%
- Amarillo Airbnb data TX · $146/night · 46.9%
- Fort Wayne Airbnb data IN · $159/night · 48.5%
- Queens Airbnb data NY · $163/night · 48.9%
- Huntington Airbnb data WV · $143/night · 45.7%
FAQ
Cerritos Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Cerritos?
An active Cerritos Airbnb grossed $13,542 on average in the 12 months to April 2025, according to AirROI's tracking of 18 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $3,070 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Cerritos?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Cerritos listings earn between $1,100 and $3,070 in a typical month, and the top tenth $5,920 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 Cerritos?
Listings in Cerritos were booked on 50% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 43% for the California average. August was the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Cerritos?
The average booked night in Cerritos cost $143 before fees. Half of listings charge between $54 and $190, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Cerritos?
None of the active Cerritos 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 Cerritos?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Cerritos Airbnb grossed $13,542 in the 12 months to April 2025, 71% below the California average of $46,107, though with only 18 active listings a single property can move that figure. Run by its owner, with everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, $9,872 a year (about $820 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 $1,700 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Cerritos?
March paid best over the past year, at $3,650 per active listing, and September paid least. The month-by-month table above shows how rates and bookings each move.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Cerritos?
Cerritos stays were booked 20 days (about three weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so a listing can still fill close to the date.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Cerritos?
Cerritos Towne Center, Heritage Park and Cerritos College draw the most short-term rental interest in Cerritos. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Cerritos?
AirROI counted 18 active Airbnb listings in Cerritos as of April 2025. The closest tracked market is Norwalk, 4 km away.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 18 active Airbnb listings in Cerritos from May 2024 to April 2025 (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.
Need this programmatically? The same metrics are available through the AirROI Airbnb Data API and bulk downloads in the data portal.