Airbnb market data · 202512 months to September 2025
LaFayette, GA Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in LaFayette brought in $20,191 over the 12 months through September 2025, across just 18 active listings, so a single property can move that figure.
AirROI's latest figures for LaFayette run through September 2025.
The short answer
LaFayette Airbnb Market at a Glance
Listings averaged $208 a night and were booked on 39% of available nights.
Timing matters: in June, the best month, the average listing earned about 2.4 times as much as in April, the slowest. With only 18 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 18 active listings, LaFayette is the 205th-largest of 210 Georgia markets AirROI tracks.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in LaFayette?
Gross bookings per LaFayette listing averaged $20,191 over the 12 months to September 2025 (Georgia average: $32,138), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
The average LaFayette listing brought in $3,090 in June, its best month, and $1,280 in April, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 34% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
Across LaFayette's 18 active listings, monthly revenue by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $4,470+ a month, about 2.4 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $2,900 or more, roughly $1,100 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $1,850 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $879 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.
June earned about 2.4 times what April did
Average revenue per active listing, by month
Dashed: September left out, as the latest month's data looks incomplete.
LaFayette Airbnb Data by Month
Latest 12 months in the September 2025 data.
June led on revenue and nightly rate; bookings peaked in July.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | Booking Lead Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2024 | $2,853 | 45.2% | $195 | 59 days |
| Nov 2024 | $2,585 | 46.9% | $195 | 57 days |
| Dec 2024 | $2,202 | 46.7% | $190 | 54 days |
| Jan 2025 | $1,576 | 41.5% | $181 | 42 days |
| Feb 2025 | $1,472 | 32.7% | $177 | 48 days |
| Mar 2025 | $2,389 | 48.1% | $174 | 64 days |
| Apr 2025 | $1,277 | 32.8% | $174 | 42 days |
| May 2025 | $2,031 | 40.1% | $200 | 61 days |
| Jun 2025 | $3,090 | 50.9% | $211 | 42 days |
| Jul 2025 | $3,029 | 51.9% | $205 | 46 days |
| Aug 2025 | $2,504 | 39.9% | $201 | 32 days |
| Sep 2025* | $1,501 | 28.1% | $216 | 61 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. *Sep 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.
The typical LaFayette listing earns about $1,850 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 LaFayette Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average LaFayette Airbnb took in $20,191 in the 12 months to September 2025, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $1,230 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 $1,940 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.
LaFayette Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Gross bookings | $20,191 | $31,630 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's fee15.5% of bookings, Airbnb's standard host-only fee | −$3,130 | −$4,900 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$1,010 | −$1,580 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$400 | −$630 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$610 | −$950 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −$200 | −$200 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −$100 | −$100 |
| 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 | −$5,450 | −$8,360 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $14,741about $1,230 a month | $23,270about $1,940 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own LaFayette Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from LaFayette'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 LaFayette 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 LaFayette's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of LaFayette listings are booked on 59% or more of their nights, against 40% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of $120 adds about $1,190 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge $165 a night or more, against a median of $120. 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 $2,020 a year.
- Open for the busy months. June brought the average listing about $3,090, against $1,280 in April, 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 $2,640 a month, against $1,680 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in LaFayette?
LaFayette listings were booked on 39% of the nights they were open over the past year, in line with the Georgia average and 2 percentage points below the U.S. average (41%). Occupancy climbs to 52% in July and falls to 33% in February.
Across LaFayette's 18 active listings, the share of open nights booked by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 75%+ of open nights, 35 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 59% or more, roughly four nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 40% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 23% or less, under two nights a week.
July was the busiest month in LaFayette, February the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month
Dashed: September data incomplete. The 12-month rate of 39% averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Nightly rates
How Much Does an Airbnb Cost per Night in LaFayette?
The average nightly rate in LaFayette, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $208 over the past year, about 32% below the Georgia average of $305 and about 38% below the U.S. average of $335. Rates peak in June at about $210 and bottom out in March and April at about $175.
Across LaFayette's 18 active listings, nightly rates by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge $595+ a night, about five times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge $165 or more, about $45 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about $120 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge $70 or less, about 59% of the median.
June rates ran 21% above March's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month
Dashed: September data incomplete. The 12-month ADR of $208 averages each listing's own rate across its whole year; the monthly points average listings month by month, so the two differ.
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in LaFayette
With only 18 active listings, the monthly pattern in LaFayette is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue peaked in June and bottomed out in April.
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in LaFayette?
Guests book LaFayette stays 49 days ahead on average (about seven weeks). March stays are booked furthest out, about 64 days ahead, and August stays closest to arrival, about 32 days. A typical March booking is made in early January.
March stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay
Dashed: September data incomplete.
Permits
Airbnb Permits and Registration in LaFayette
None of the 18 active listings in LaFayette 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 LaFayette.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in LaFayette
AirROI's area guide picks seven LaFayette neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by LaFayette Historic District, Piney Woods and North LaFayette. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| LaFayette Historic District | Charming area known for its historic buildings and small-town feel. Perfect for those looking for a peaceful getaway with access to local culture and history. | Battlefield Park, LaFayette Depot, North Georgia Agricultural Fair, Old Jail Museum, LaFayette Golf Club |
| Piney Woods | Quiet residential area surrounded by nature. Ideal for families and travelers looking for outdoor activities and a retreat from city life. | Piney Woods Nature Trail, Mason's Lake, Martha's Vineyard, local parks, fishing spots |
| North LaFayette | A developing area with a mix of residential and commercial properties. Attractive for business travelers and families due to proximity to schools and shopping. | Cedar Creek Park, LaFayette Square, restaurants and shops along North Main Street, Walker County Library, local fitness centers |
| South LaFayette | Suburban atmosphere with easy access to amenities and attractions. Good for long-term stays including families and workers. | Family-friendly parks, shopping centers, movie theaters, grocery stores, restaurants |
| Catoosa County | Nearby county known for its outdoor recreation and scenic views. Great for those looking to explore nature while being a short drive from LaFayette. | Cloudland Canyon State Park, Lookout Mountain, Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park, hiking trails, outdoor sports |
| West LaFayette | Emerging area with new developments and growing interest. Attractive for investors looking for opportunities in expanding neighborhoods. | Westside Park, local shops, new residential developments, community events, sports facilities |
| Near Lee Highway | Conveniently located near major roadways, making it easy for travelers to access the city and surrounding areas for business or leisure. | access to other cities, shopping districts, restaurants along Lee Highway, business centers, hotel chains |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Nearby markets
LaFayette vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 29 km, Chickamauga (17 km away, 49 listings) earned the most per listing, about 2.3 times as much as LaFayette.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chickamauga 17 km | 49 | $46,815 | $300 | 49% |
| Rising Fawn 23 km | 122 | $38,198 | $274 | 42% |
| Menlo 26 km | 31 | $27,915 | $229 | 38% |
| Ringgold 26 km | 47 | $25,380 | $212 | 44% |
| Rossville 27 km | 85 | $36,769 | $231 | 48% |
| Lookout Mountain 28 km | 98 | $43,050 | $308 | 46% |
| Wildwood 29 km | 64 | $37,460 | $258 | 46% |
| Dalton 29 km | 63 | $20,610 | $181 | 41% |
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Markets Similar to LaFayette
Markets elsewhere in the United States with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to LaFayette:
- Klamath Falls Airbnb data OR · $207/night · 39.0%
- Ruston Airbnb data LA · $209/night · 39.3%
- Arecibo Airbnb data PR · $202/night · 38.9%
- Inverness Airbnb data FL · $201/night · 38.8%
- Ruskin Airbnb data FL · $209/night · 38.1%
- Hot Springs Airbnb data NC · $214/night · 38.5%
FAQ
LaFayette Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in LaFayette?
An active LaFayette Airbnb grossed $20,191 on average in the 12 months to September 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 $2,900 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in LaFayette?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of LaFayette listings earn between $879 and $2,900 in a typical month, and the top tenth $4,470 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 LaFayette?
Listings in LaFayette were booked on 39% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 38% for the Georgia average. July was the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in LaFayette?
The average booked night in LaFayette cost $208 before fees. Half of listings charge between $70 and $165; a few high-priced homes pull the average above that range.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in LaFayette?
None of the active LaFayette 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 LaFayette?
Yes, when it's run well. The average LaFayette Airbnb grossed $20,191 in the 12 months to September 2025, 37% below the Georgia average of $32,138, 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, $14,741 a year (about $1,230 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 $1,940 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in LaFayette?
June paid best over the past year, at $3,090 per active listing, and April paid least. The month-by-month table above shows how rates and bookings each move.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in LaFayette?
LaFayette stays were booked 49 days (about seven weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so most of a month is booked well before it starts.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in LaFayette?
LaFayette Historic District, Piney Woods and North LaFayette draw the most short-term rental interest in LaFayette. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in LaFayette?
AirROI counted 18 active Airbnb listings in LaFayette as of September 2025. The closest tracked market is Chickamauga, 17 km away.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 18 active Airbnb listings in LaFayette from October 2024 to September 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.