Lux 10,000 SQ FT Home: Sleeps 20, Movie & Game Rm! Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.93 - Revenue
- $654,210
- Occupancy
- 79.9%
- Daily rate
- $2,162
Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Escondido, CA Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Escondido brought in $56,153 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 30% more than the California average of $43,088.
The short answer
Escondido Airbnb Market at a Glance
Rates in Escondido run ahead of the California average, with bookings close to it. Listings averaged $454 a night and were booked on 44% of available nights, against $355 and 43% for the California average.
Timing matters: in July, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 2.4 times as much as in February, usually the slowest.
With 308 active listings, Escondido is the 80th-largest of 643 California markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, the number of active listings grew 17%.
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Revenue
How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Escondido?
Gross bookings per Escondido listing averaged $56,153 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 Escondido listing brings in $10,700 in July, its best month, and $4,410 in February, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 35% 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 5.4 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $18,000+ a month, about 5.1 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $9,180 or more, roughly $5,700 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $3,520 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $1,680 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 2.4 times what February does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $6,800 $11,100 $4,320
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.
Escondido 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 | $5,473 | 42.5% | $390 | $182 | 48 days | 5.3 nights |
| Oct 2025 | $6,801 | 47.6% | $388 | $219 | 51 days | 5.4 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $5,843 | 48.1% | $384 | $195 | 49 days | 6 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $6,553 | 45.4% | $399 | $211 | 55 days | 5.5 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $4,759 | 38.7% | $380 | $154 | 41 days | 6.8 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $4,320 | 43.0% | $376 | $154 | 40 days | 5.9 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $6,842 | 51.4% | $388 | $221 | 43 days | 5.7 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $6,220 | 46.9% | $392 | $207 | 44 days | 6.2 nights |
| May 2026 | $7,211 | 48.3% | $443 | $233 | 57 days | 4.8 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $10,009 | 58.1% | $478 | $334 | 56 days | 6.2 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $11,108 | 55.1% | $503 | $358 | 67 days | 5.2 nights |
| Aug 2026 | $8,617 | 54.1% | $458 | $278 | 56 days | 5 nights |
Averages per active listing in each month. Highlighted: the highest-revenue month of the 12. RevPAR is the month's revenue spread over its nights, booked or not. Booking lead time is the days between booking and check-in, and length of stay the nights per booking, for stays in that month.
The typical Escondido listing earns about $3,520 a month, but one property can land well above or below that. The Airbnb calculator gives a range for a specific address, built from the comparable listings around it.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Escondido Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Escondido Airbnb took in $56,153 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $3,120 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 $8,250 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $5,400 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $3,570 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $2,690 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.
Escondido Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | $50,753 | $132,530 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay10% of Escondido bookings | $5,400 | $14,090 |
| Gross bookings | $56,153 | $146,620 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 12%: 15.5% for the 74% of Escondido listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$6,900 | −$18,030 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$5,400 | −$14,090 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$2,810 | −$7,330 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$1,120 | −$2,930 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$1,680 | −$4,400 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −$560 | −$560 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −$280 | −$280 |
| 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 | −$18,750 | −$47,620 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $37,403about $3,120 a month | $99,000about $8,250 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Escondido Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Escondido'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 Escondido 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 Escondido's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Escondido listings are booked on 71% or more of their nights, against 48% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of $245 adds about $2,470 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge $490 a night or more, against a median of $245. 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 $5,080 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, July brings the average listing about $10,700, against $4,410 in February, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Escondido listings average 4.88 stars, and 59% 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 $12,220 a month, against $4,680 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Escondido?
Escondido listings were booked on 44% of the nights they were open over the past year, in line with the California average and 3 percentage points above the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 58% in July and falls to 40% in January.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 3.3 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 85%+ of open nights, 37 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 71% or more, roughly five nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 48% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 26% or less, under two nights a week.
July is usually the busiest month in Escondido, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 49% 60% 39%
The 12-month rate of 44% 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 Escondido?
The average nightly rate in Escondido, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $454 over the past year, about 28% above the California average of $355 and about 42% above the U.S. average of $320. In a typical year, rates peak in July at about $480 and bottom out in October and November at about $345.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 7.1 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge $865+ a night, about 3.5 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge $490 or more, about $250 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about $245 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge $125 or less, about half of the median.
July rates run 39% above November's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $396 $503 $303
The 12-month ADR of $454 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 Escondido?
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 Escondido it averaged $200 over the past year, from about $153 in a typical January to about $344 in a typical July.
A small group of listings earns several times more per open night than the rest.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $536+ per open night, about 5.1 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $256 or more, about $150 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $105 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $57 or less, about 55% of the median.
July RevPAR is about 2.3 times January's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $223 $358 $152
The 12-month RevPAR of $200 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 Escondido
Escondido has one high season, June through August, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest in January and February and slows again from September to November. A listing earns about 85% more a month in June through August than in December through February.
Average revenue by month in Escondido
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average $6,800 $10,700 $4,410
Revenue by month in Escondido in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | $4,730 |
| February | Low season | $4,410 |
| March | Shoulder season | $6,630 |
| April | Shoulder season | $6,610 |
| May | Shoulder season | $7,000 |
| June | High season | $9,670 |
| July | High season | $10,700 |
| August | High season | $8,540 |
| September | Low season | $5,420 |
| October | Low season | $5,830 |
| November | Low season | $5,610 |
| December | Shoulder season | $6,510 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonJune–August | $9,630 | 56% | $461 |
| Shoulder seasonMarch–May, December | $6,690 | 48% | $399 |
| Low seasonJanuary–February, September–November | $5,200 | 46% | $354 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Escondido?
Guests book Escondido stays 50 days ahead on average (about seven weeks). July stays are booked furthest out, about 59 days ahead, and January stays closest to arrival, about 35 days. A typical July booking is made in mid-May.
July stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 46 days 67 days 29 days
The 12-month figure of 50 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 Escondido
None of the 308 active listings in Escondido 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 Escondido.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Escondido
AirROI's area guide picks seven Escondido neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Central Escondido, Daley Ranch and Lake Wohlford. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Central Escondido | The heart of Escondido with access to shopping, dining, and cultural attractions. Central location for visitors looking to explore the city and nearby attractions. | Escondido Center for the Arts, Grape Day Park, California Center for the Arts, Grand Avenue shopping district, Escondido History Center |
| Daley Ranch | A scenic area with beautiful hiking trails and nature views, appealing to outdoor enthusiasts and families. A great spot for those looking for a peaceful retreat close to nature. | Daley Ranch Trails, Nature Center, Wildlife Viewing, Picnic Areas, Scenic Views |
| Lake Wohlford | A tranquil area for those who love fishing, boating, and lake activities. Ideal for guests seeking a relaxing getaway close to water activities. | Lake Wohlford, Fishing, Boating, Picnic Areas, Nature Trails |
| Kit Carson Park | A family-friendly park with ample amenities, great for sports and recreation. Attractive for families and outdoor activities. | Kit Carson Park, Playgrounds, Sports Facilities, Walking Trails, Events and Gatherings |
| San Pasqual Valley | Known for wineries and rural charm, it attracts guests interested in wine tasting and countryside experiences. Ideal for a more laid-back and scenic stay. | San Pasqual Valley wineries, Belle Marie Winery, San Diego Zoo Safari Park, Rural Landscapes, Local Farms |
| North Escondido | A residential area with a mix of suburban charm and nearby attractions. Provides a quieter stay while still being close to city life. | Richardson Park, North County Fair, Local Shopping, Cafes, Community Events |
| Old Escondido Downtown | The historic downtown area filled with unique shops, restaurants, and cultural events. Great for guests wanting a local and vibrant experience. | Historic Downtown Escondido, Unique Boutiques, Art Galleries, Local Dining, Skate Park |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Escondido Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Entire homes make up 83% of listings in Escondido, but private rooms are a real segment: about one listing in six (17%) rents out a single room. Houses are the most common property type at 70%, about 7 times the share of hotels, guesthouses and B&Bs (10%).
Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment
Escondido Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 83%
- Private room 17%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 83.4% | 257 |
| Private room | 16.6% | 51 |
Listings by property type
Escondido Airbnb listings by property type
- House 70%
- Hotel/Boutique 10%
- Apartment/Condo 8%
- Others 7%
- Cabin/Outdoor 5%
- Unique stay <1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 70.1% | 216 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 9.7% | 30 |
| Apartment/Condo | 7.8% | 24 |
| Others | 7.1% | 22 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 4.5% | 14 |
| Unique stay | 0.6% | 2 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Escondido Have?
Most Escondido homes are built for groups: 54% of entire homes have three or more bedrooms, though one-bedroom homes are the most common single size (25%). Shares are of the 246 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Escondido entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
4%
25%
17%
16%
18%
20%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 3.7% | 9 |
| 1 bedroom | 25.2% | 62 |
| 2 bedrooms | 16.7% | 41 |
| 3 bedrooms | 15.9% | 39 |
| 4 bedrooms | 18.3% | 45 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 20.3% | 50 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Escondido
A typical one-bedroom home in Escondido earned $16,300 over the past year, against $168,000 for a home with five or more bedrooms.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 62 | $16,300 | $20,200 | $166 | 46% |
| 2 bedrooms | 41 | $13,600 | $22,200 | $279 | 36% |
| 3 bedrooms | 39 | $26,900 | $42,100 | $372 | 46% |
| 4 bedrooms | 45 | $78,200 | $86,400 | $591 | 44% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 50 | $168,000 | $173,000 | $1,376 | 45% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Escondido Sleep?
Escondido is a group-trip market: 49% of listings sleep eight or more guests, about 2.3 times the share of the next most common size, two guests (21%). Shares are of the 263 listings with a guest capacity on file (85% of the market).
Escondido 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%
5%
11%
4%
8%
2%
49%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | 0.4% | 1 |
| 2 guests | 21.3% | 56 |
| 3 guests | 4.6% | 12 |
| 4 guests | 11.4% | 30 |
| 5 guests | 3.8% | 10 |
| 6 guests | 8.0% | 21 |
| 7 guests | 1.9% | 5 |
| 8+ guests | 48.7% | 128 |
How Escondido Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Escondido hosts set up an average of 4.4 beds per listing. About two in ten listings (20%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 22
- Beds per listing
- 4.4
- Show exact location
- 20%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Escondido Offer?
Pools are common in Escondido: 42% of listings have one, and 60% have a barbecue grill.
Share of Escondido listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Escondido
Listings in Escondido with a hot tub earned about 4.6 times as much a year, on average, as those without: $113,000 against $24,400. The gap is smaller for an outdoor kitchen (about 4.2 times as much) and a pool (about 4.2 times 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 Escondido 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hot tub | 36% | $113,000 | $24,400 | +362% |
| Outdoor kitchen | 12% | $171,000 | $40,400 | +324% |
| Pool | 42% | $101,000 | $24,200 | +318% |
| Sun loungers | 27% | $120,000 | $32,500 | +269% |
| Arcade games | 13% | $152,000 | $41,500 | +266% |
| Game console | 6% | $175,000 | $47,900 | +265% |
| Ping pong table | 17% | $140,000 | $38,800 | +260% |
| Movie theater | 5% | $167,000 | $50,500 | +232% |
| Mini golf | 6% | $164,000 | $49,800 | +229% |
| BBQ grill | 60% | $78,000 | $23,700 | +229% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Escondido?
Escondido draws mostly domestic guests: 94% of those who left reviews live in the United States. No single city dominates: Los Angeles is the largest source outside Escondido, at about 6% of reviews. Of the 6% from abroad, the largest groups come from Mexico and Canada. English is spoken by 65% of guests, and Spanish by 19%.
94% of Escondido guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 94%
- International 6%
Where Escondido guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Los Angeles | 6.3% |
| San Diego | 6.3% |
| Las Vegas | 2.3% |
| Escondido | 1.9% |
| Phoenix | 1.8% |
Where Escondido guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 93.9% |
| Mexico | 1.1% |
| Canada | 1.0% |
| United Kingdom | 0.6% |
| Germany | 0.4% |
Languages spoken by Escondido guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 65.0% |
| Spanish | 18.9% |
| French | 2.6% |
| German | 1.7% |
| Chinese | 1.5% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Escondido?
Escondido Airbnbs average 4.88 stars, and 59% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and value for money is the lowest, at 4.82.
Communication scores highest in Escondido; 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 | 4.88 |
| Cleanliness | 4.86 |
| Communication | 4.93 |
| Location | 4.86 |
| Check-in | 4.92 |
| Value | 4.82 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Escondido: Stays, Rules and Fees
Nearly three-quarters of Escondido 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 30% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Escondido listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 44%
- 181-270 days 29%
- 91-180 days 22%
- 31-90 days 6%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 43.5% | 134 |
| 181-270 days | 29.2% | 90 |
| 91-180 days | 21.8% | 67 |
| 31-90 days | 5.5% | 17 |
Days a year Escondido listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 6%
- 181-270 days 22%
- 91-180 days 30%
- 31-90 days 22%
- 1-30 days 19%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 6.2% | 19 |
| 181-270 days | 21.8% | 67 |
| 91-180 days | 30.2% | 93 |
| 31-90 days | 22.4% | 69 |
| 1-30 days | 19.5% | 60 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Escondido?
The average Escondido booking lasts 6.5 nights, longest in January and shortest in October. Listings took about 24 bookings each over the year, some 7,290 in all. Check-in is split almost evenly between 3 p.m. and 4 p.m., with check-out usually at 11 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Escondido
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 5.5 nights 6.5 nights 5 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Escondido Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
Nearly six in ten listings in Escondido accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Escondido 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 Escondido?
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Escondido, used by 38% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: 54% of listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 42% on Flexible or Moderate.
Cancellation policies of Escondido listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Escondido?
About nine in ten Escondido listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is $155; a handful of extreme values pull the simple average far above that, so the median is the better guide. Spread over the average stay of 6.5 nights, that adds roughly $25 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 10% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- $155
- Listings charging a fee
- 89.9%
- Share of gross revenue
- 9.6%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Escondido
The top-grossing Airbnb in Escondido, a six-bedroom home, took in $654,000 over the past year, about 12 times the city's average of $56,200. All six listings below have five or more bedrooms, so the top of this market belongs to large homes.
Lux 10,000 SQ FT Home: Sleeps 20, Movie & Game Rm! Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.93 
Above The Clouds Celebrity Estate! Pool+Spa+Views! Entire home · 7 bedrooms Rated 4.95 - Revenue
- $452,609
- Occupancy
- 76.1%
- Daily rate
- $1,509
Lux Retreat- GameRoom/Volleyball/PuttingGreen&More Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.96 - Revenue
- $352,872
- Occupancy
- 78.3%
- Daily rate
- $1,187
Luxury Private Resort | Pirate Ship Pool & Theater Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.95 - Revenue
- $328,350
- Occupancy
- 35.5%
- Daily rate
- $2,931
Luxury Resort: Game Room/VolleyBall/Pool/Hot Tub! Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.97 - Revenue
- $288,016
- Occupancy
- 71.2%
- Daily rate
- $1,009
Oasis Dream: Pool Slide/GameRoom/Pool/SPA/Casita Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.97 - Revenue
- $278,638
- Occupancy
- 70.7%
- Daily rate
- $967
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Escondido?
Zeina And Mo is the top-grossing host in Escondido, with $4.06 million in bookings across 20 listings over the past year. Hosting here is fragmented: the ten top-grossing hosts run just 12% of the market's 308 listings.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zeina And Mo | 20 | $4,062,630 | $203,132 | 4.95/5 | |
| Bryan | 4 | $788,647 | $197,162 | 4.97/5 | |
| Gabe | 1 | $452,609 | $452,609 | 4.95/5 | |
| 4 | AvantStay Temecula | 2 | $384,582 | $192,291 | 4.29/5 |
| 5 | Aurora Altus | 2 | $330,595 | $165,298 | 4.91/5 |
| 6 | Ruth | 1 | $274,166 | $274,166 | 5.00/5 |
| 7 | Evan | 1 | $268,467 | $268,467 | 4.84/5 |
| 8 | Kevin | 1 | $254,386 | $254,386 | 4.89/5 |
| 9 | Peter | 2 | $250,087 | $125,044 | 4.99/5 |
| 10 | Billy Elevate | 3 | $249,610 | $83,203 | 4.96/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Escondido?
Only 5% of Escondido listings are classed as professionally managed, though 38% of listings have a co-host. Seven in ten listings are run by Superhosts, so a strong review record is the norm here rather than an edge. Most hosts still vet their guests: only 20% of listings accept Instant Book. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 74% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 68.8%
- Professional management
- 5.2%
- Cohosted listings
- 37.7%
- Instant Book enabled
- 20.1%
- Simplified Pricing
- 74.4%
Nearby markets
Escondido vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 22 km, Encinitas (21 km away) earned the most per listing, about 31% more than Escondido. Vista was the busiest, booked on 50% of nights against 44% in Escondido.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Marcos 7 km | 111 | $28,394 | $223 | 46% |
| Buena Creek 12 km | 37 | $54,609 | $336 | 47% |
| Valley Center 13 km | 78 | $47,741 | $512 | 34% |
| Vista 15 km | 268 | $46,666 | $320 | 50% |
| Rancho Santa Fe 16 km | 35 | $70,062 | $941 | 35% |
| Poway 18 km | 89 | $56,974 | $403 | 45% |
| Encinitas 21 km | 548 | $73,334 | $575 | 49% |
| Carlsbad 22 km | 651 | $64,188 | $455 | 48% |
Other Airbnb Markets in California
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- San Francisco Airbnb data 4,310 listings
- Palm Springs Airbnb data 3,491 listings
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- Mammoth Lakes Airbnb data 2,652 listings
- San Jose Airbnb data 2,228 listings
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Markets Similar to Escondido
Markets elsewhere in the United States with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Escondido:
- Lihue Airbnb data HI · $468/night · 44.3%
- Sister Bay Airbnb data WI · $463/night · 44.6%
- Wellfleet Airbnb data MA · $444/night · 44.6%
- Saugatuck Airbnb data MI · $457/night · 43.4%
- Kapalaoa Airbnb data HI · $446/night · 43.5%
- Kahaluu-Keauhou Airbnb data HI · $430/night · 44.4%
FAQ
Escondido Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Escondido?
An active Escondido Airbnb grossed $56,153 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 308 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $9,180 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Escondido?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Escondido listings earn between $1,680 and $9,180 in a typical month, and the top tenth $18,000 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 Escondido?
Listings in Escondido were booked on 44% 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 Escondido?
The average booked night in Escondido cost $454 before fees. Half of listings charge between $125 and $490, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Escondido?
None of the active Escondido 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 Escondido?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Escondido Airbnb grossed $56,153 in the 12 months to September 2026, 30% 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, $37,403 a year (about $3,120 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 $8,250 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Escondido?
July usually pays best, averaging $10,700 per active listing over the past two years, and February usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Escondido?
Each night a Escondido listing was open to book earned $200 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 $536 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Escondido?
Escondido stays were booked 50 days (about seven 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 Escondido?
The average Escondido Airbnb stay lasted 6.5 nights over the past year. A listing took 24 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Escondido rated?
Guests rate Escondido Airbnbs 4.88 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Escondido?
Central Escondido, Daley Ranch and Lake Wohlford draw the most short-term rental interest in Escondido. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Escondido?
AirROI counted 308 active Airbnb listings in Escondido as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is San Marcos, 7 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Escondido?
In Escondido, about nine in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is $155; a handful of extreme values pull the simple average far above that, so the median is the better guide.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 308 active Airbnb listings in Escondido 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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