The Park | Five Modern Homes w/ Swimming Pool Entire home · 12 bedrooms Rated 4.83 - Revenue
- $359,017
- Occupancy
- 50.9%
- Daily rate
- $1,876
Airbnb market data · 202612 months to October 2026
St. Simons Island, GA Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in St. Simons Island brought in $38,527 over the 12 months through October 2026, about 20% more than the Georgia average of $32,151.
The short answer
St. Simons Island Airbnb Market at a Glance
St. Simons Island earns on price rather than volume. Listings averaged $357 a night and were booked on 35% of available nights, against $305 and 38% for the Georgia average.
Timing matters: in July, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 2.5 times as much as in December, usually the slowest.
With 188 active listings, St. Simons Island is the 34th-largest of 209 Georgia markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 35% while the number of active listings grew 37%.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in St. Simons Island?
Gross bookings per St. Simons Island listing averaged $38,527 over the 12 months to October 2026 (Georgia average: $32,151), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average St. Simons Island listing brings in $7,050 in July, its best month, and $2,770 in December, its slowest. Both ends are close calls: July leads June by 1%, and December sits just 4% below November, so either pair can swap places in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 37% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
In a typical month, a top-quarter listing earns at least 3.3 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $10,400+ a month, about 3.1 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $5,930 or more, roughly $2,600 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $3,340 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $1,760 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 2.5 times what December does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average $4,170 $8,150 $2,230
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.
St. Simons Island Airbnb Data by Month
Latest 12 months in the October 2026 data. October's figures are still coming in, so the rows run to September.
July 2026 led on revenue, while nightly rates and bookings both peaked in June 2026.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | $3,290 | 30.2% | $331 | $106 | 70 days | 3.8 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $3,302 | 31.2% | $326 | $110 | 60 days | 4.7 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $3,314 | 28.6% | $332 | $107 | 54 days | 4.7 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $3,333 | 30.1% | $326 | $108 | 67 days | 6 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $3,553 | 34.6% | $333 | $127 | 62 days | 7.8 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $5,148 | 42.7% | $345 | $166 | 63 days | 6 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $5,423 | 45.9% | $353 | $181 | 56 days | 4.7 nights |
| May 2026 | $5,251 | 41.4% | $358 | $169 | 62 days | 4.8 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $8,094 | 57.6% | $401 | $270 | 66 days | 5.1 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $8,154 | 53.4% | $391 | $263 | 60 days | 4.8 nights |
| Aug 2026 | $4,167 | 39.3% | $323 | $134 | 53 days | 4.8 nights |
| Sep 2026 | $3,905 | 42.0% | $309 | $130 | 44 days | 3.8 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.
For a figure on one home rather than the whole St. Simons Island market, enter its address and size in the Airbnb calculator, which compares it with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in St. Simons Island Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average St. Simons Island Airbnb took in $38,527 in the 12 months to October 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $1,950 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 $3,510 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $5,210 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $2,390 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $1,680 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.
St. Simons Island Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | $33,317 | $59,130 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay14% of St. Simons Island bookings | $5,210 | $9,250 |
| Gross bookings | $38,527 | $68,380 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 14%: 15.5% for the 89% of St. Simons Island listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$5,430 | −$9,640 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$5,210 | −$9,250 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$1,930 | −$3,420 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$770 | −$1,370 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$1,160 | −$2,050 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −$390 | −$390 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −$190 | −$190 |
| 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 26% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −$15,080 | −$26,310 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $23,447about $1,950 a month | $42,070about $3,510 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own St. Simons Island Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from St. Simons Island'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 St. Simons Island 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 St. Simons Island's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of St. Simons Island listings are booked on 57% or more of their nights, against 37% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of $280 adds about $2,780 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge $380 a night or more, against a median of $280. That is a separate ranking from the busiest quarter, so the two marks don't multiply into one listing's takings. For the average listing, a 10% higher rate on the nights it already books adds about $3,330 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, July brings the average listing about $7,050, against $2,770 in December, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. St. Simons Island listings average 4.85 stars, and 47% 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 $5,700 a month, against $3,210 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in St. Simons Island?
St. Simons Island listings were booked on 35% of the nights they were open over the past year, 3 percentage points below the Georgia average (38%) and 6 points below the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 55% in June and falls to 31% in December.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 3.7 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 74%+ of open nights, 37 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 57% or more, roughly four nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 37% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 20% or less, under two nights a week.
June is usually the busiest month in St. Simons Island, December the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average 40% 58% 29%
The 12-month rate of 35% 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 St. Simons Island?
The average nightly rate in St. Simons Island, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $357 over the past year, about 17% above the Georgia average of $305 and about 7% above the U.S. average of $335. In a typical year, rates peak in June at about $380 and bottom out in October and November at about $275.
The top 10% charge about 2.8 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge $590+ a night, about 2.1 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge $380 or more, about $100 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about $280 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge $210 or less, about three-quarters of the median.
June rates run 38% above November's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average $321 $401 $223
The 12-month ADR of $357 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 St. Simons Island?
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 St. Simons Island it averaged $135 over the past year, from about $89 in a typical December to about $233 in a typical June.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $282+ per open night, about 2.8 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $156 or more, about $55 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $101 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $63 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
June RevPAR is about 2.6 times December's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average $137 $270 $72
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in St. Simons Island
St. Simons Island has one high season, March through July, which makes it a highly seasonal market. Business is slowest from September to February. A listing earns about twice as much a month in June through August as in December through February.
Average revenue by month in St. Simons Island
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average $4,170 $7,050 $2,770
Revenue by month in St. Simons Island in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | $2,950 |
| February | Low season | $3,380 |
| March | High season | $4,590 |
| April | High season | $4,640 |
| May | High season | $4,260 |
| June | High season | $7,000 |
| July | High season | $7,050 |
| August | Shoulder season | $4,120 |
| September | Low season | $3,420 |
| October | Low season | $2,910 |
| November | Low season | $2,900 |
| December | Low season | $2,770 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonMarch–July | $5,510 | 48% | $355 |
| Shoulder seasonAugust | $4,120 | 38% | $326 |
| Low seasonSeptember–February | $3,060 | 34% | $293 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in St. Simons Island?
Guests book St. Simons Island stays 60 days ahead on average (about nine weeks). February stays are booked furthest out, about 67 days ahead, and September stays closest to arrival, about 43 days. A typical February booking is made in early December.
February stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average 57 days 73 days 34 days
Permits
Airbnb Permits and Registration in St. Simons Island
None of the 188 active listings in St. Simons Island 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 St. Simons Island.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in St. Simons Island
AirROI's area guide picks eight St. Simons Island neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by St. Simons Island Beach, Historic District and Village Area. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| St. Simons Island Beach | The beachfront area is highly sought after for its stunning views and accessibility to various water activities, making it perfect for families and beach lovers. | East Beach, St. Simons Island Pier, Massengale Park, Coast Guard Station, St. Simons Lighthouse Museum |
| Historic District | The Historic District offers a charming atmosphere with its beautiful architecture, shops, and restaurants, attracting those interested in history and culture. | Christ Church, Fort Frederica National Monument, The Island Pier, Cannon's Point Preserve, Saint Simons Island Lighthouse |
| Village Area | The Village Area serves as a hub for locals and tourists alike, featuring shops, restaurants, and entertainment, making it a vibrant place for Airbnb hosting. | The Village Shops, St. Simons Island Skate Park, Sea Island Beach Club, Ocean Forest Golf Club, Glynn County Historical Society |
| North Island | A quieter, more residential part of the island offering a serene atmosphere. Ideal for those seeking relaxation and privacy away from the hustle and bustle. | Blythe Island Regional Park, Nanny Goat Beach, Hassock Island, The Sea Island Golf Club, East Beach |
| West Beach | East Beach is known for its picturesque views and family-friendly atmosphere, perfect for travelers looking for fun in the sun. | Public Beach Access, East Beach Ale Works, Glynn Visual Arts, St. Simons Island Farmer's Market, Coastal Georgia Historical Society |
| Sea Island | An exclusive coastal resort offering luxury accommodations and world-class amenities, attracting affluent travelers seeking an upscale experience. | Sea Island Resort, Tennis Center at Sea Island, Sea Island Spa, Clam Creek Picnic Area, Sea Island Golf Club |
| Coast Guard Station | A prime area near the beach and historical sites, making it an attractive option for visitors interested in maritime history and beach activities. | Coast Guard Station Historic Site, Jekyll Island National Historic Landmark District, St. Simons Island's Historic Lighthouse, Fishing Pier, Public Beach Access |
| Mallery Street | Mallery Street is lined with shops, restaurants, and galleries, making it a popular spot for both locals and tourists looking to experience the island's charm. | Mallery Street Shops, Glynn Environmental Coalition, Island Cinemas, Evolutions, Glynn County Arts |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
St. Simons Island Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Almost every Airbnb in St. Simons Island is an entire home: over 99% of listings, with private rooms at under 1%. Houses are the most common property type at 56%, ahead of apartments and condos (42%).
Nearly all listings rent the whole place
St. Simons Island Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 99%
- Private room <1%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 99.5% | 187 |
| Private room | 0.5% | 1 |
Listings by property type
St. Simons Island Airbnb listings by property type
- House 56%
- Apartment/Condo 42%
- Others 1%
- Hotel/Boutique <1%
- Cabin/Outdoor <1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 55.9% | 105 |
| Apartment/Condo | 42.0% | 79 |
| Others | 1.1% | 2 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 0.5% | 1 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 0.5% | 1 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in St. Simons Island Have?
Most St. Simons Island homes are built for groups: 60% of entire homes have three or more bedrooms, and three-bedroom homes are the most common size (41%).
St. Simons Island entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms
16%
24%
41%
13%
6%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 16.0% | 30 |
| 2 bedrooms | 24.1% | 45 |
| 3 bedrooms | 40.6% | 76 |
| 4 bedrooms | 12.8% | 24 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 6.4% | 12 |
What Each Home Size Earns in St. Simons Island
A typical one-bedroom home in St. Simons Island earned $24,500 over the past year, against $113,000 for a home with five or more bedrooms.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 30 | $24,500 | $25,500 | $277 | 34% |
| 2 bedrooms | 45 | $17,300 | $22,200 | $229 | 36% |
| 3 bedrooms | 76 | $27,200 | $31,700 | $321 | 35% |
| 4 bedrooms | 24 | $53,900 | $58,100 | $538 | 36% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 12 | $113,000 | $139,000 | $932 | 41% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in St. Simons Island Sleep?
The most common capacity in St. Simons Island is six guests (39% of listings), and 71% of listings sleep six or more.
St. Simons Island listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
4%
2%
22%
1%
39%
3%
29%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 3.7% | 7 |
| 3 guests | 2.1% | 4 |
| 4 guests | 22.5% | 42 |
| 5 guests | 1.1% | 2 |
| 6 guests | 38.5% | 72 |
| 7 guests | 2.7% | 5 |
| 8+ guests | 29.4% | 55 |
How St. Simons Island Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
St. Simons Island hosts set up an average of 3.7 beds per listing. About three in ten listings (30%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 32
- Beds per listing
- 3.7
- Show exact location
- 30%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in St. Simons Island Offer?
Pools are common in St. Simons Island: 56% of listings have one, and 97% offer free parking on site.
Share of St. Simons Island listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in St. Simons Island
Listings in St. Simons Island with sun loungers earned about twice as much a year, on average, as those without: $69,100 against $36,300. The gap is smaller for beach access (about 80% more) and an outdoor dining area (about 70% 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 St. Simons Island 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun loungers | 7% | $69,100 | $36,300 | +91% |
| Beach access | 24% | $57,800 | $32,300 | +79% |
| Outdoor dining area | 23% | $56,700 | $33,000 | +72% |
| Backyard | 36% | $52,400 | $30,800 | +70% |
| Bikes | 11% | $57,400 | $36,200 | +59% |
| Pool | 56% | $45,500 | $29,700 | +53% |
| Outdoor furniture | 38% | $48,800 | $32,100 | +52% |
| BBQ grill | 53% | $45,800 | $30,400 | +51% |
| Free street parking | 15% | $53,400 | $35,900 | +49% |
| Indoor fireplace | 13% | $52,900 | $36,300 | +46% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in St. Simons Island?
St. Simons Island draws mostly domestic guests: 98% of those who left reviews live in the United States. No single city dominates: Atlanta is the largest source, at about 6% of reviews. English is spoken by 77% of guests, and Spanish by 10%.
98% of St. Simons Island guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 98%
- International 2%
Where St. Simons Island guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Atlanta | 5.9% |
| Athens | 2.2% |
| Greenville | 1.8% |
| Savannah | 1.7% |
| Charlotte | 1.6% |
Where St. Simons Island guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 98.4% |
| Germany | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | 0.4% |
| Canada | 0.1% |
Languages spoken by St. Simons Island guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 77.5% |
| Spanish | 10.5% |
| German | 2.8% |
| French | 2.8% |
| Portuguese | 1.5% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in St. Simons Island?
St. Simons Island Airbnbs average 4.85 stars, and 47% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and value for money is the lowest, at 4.80.
Location scores highest in St. Simons Island; 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 | 4.89 |
| Cleanliness | 4.82 |
| Communication | 4.89 |
| Location | 4.92 |
| Check-in | 4.90 |
| Value | 4.80 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in St. Simons Island: Stays, Rules and Fees
86% of St. Simons Island listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 15% 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 St. Simons Island listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 48%
- 181-270 days 38%
- 91-180 days 12%
- 31-90 days 2%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 48.4% | 91 |
| 181-270 days | 37.8% | 71 |
| 91-180 days | 11.7% | 22 |
| 31-90 days | 2.1% | 4 |
Days a year St. Simons Island listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 2%
- 181-270 days 13%
- 91-180 days 37%
- 31-90 days 25%
- 1-30 days 23%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 2.1% | 4 |
| 181-270 days | 12.8% | 24 |
| 91-180 days | 37.2% | 70 |
| 31-90 days | 25.0% | 47 |
| 1-30 days | 22.9% | 43 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in St. Simons Island?
The average St. Simons Island booking lasts 5.2 nights, longest in February and shortest in October. Listings took about 21 bookings each over the year, some 3,750 in all. About eight in ten listings that give a check-in time set it at 4 p.m., with check-out usually at 10 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in St. Simons Island
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 5.1 nights 7.8 nights 3.3 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
St. Simons Island Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
About half of listings in St. Simons Island accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by St. Simons Island 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 St. Simons Island?
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in St. Simons Island, used by 48% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: nearly six in ten listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 33% on Flexible or Moderate.
Cancellation policies of St. Simons Island listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in St. Simons Island?
Nearly all St. Simons Island listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is about $230. Spread over the average stay of 5.2 nights, that adds roughly $45 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 14% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- $230
- Average cleaning fee
- $266
- Listings charging a fee
- 97.9%
- Share of gross revenue
- 13.5%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in St. Simons Island
The top-grossing Airbnb in St. Simons Island, a 12-bedroom home, took in $359,000 over the past year, about 9.3 times the city's average of $38,500. Five of the six listings below have five or more bedrooms; the other one has four bedrooms.
The Park | Five Modern Homes w/ Swimming Pool Entire home · 12 bedrooms Rated 4.83 
Fall special! East Beach Home w Pool, sleeps 10 Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- $206,879
- Occupancy
- 56.3%
- Daily rate
- $930
3 Via Serena, sleeps 10 with a Pool Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- $168,826
- Occupancy
- 33.4%
- Daily rate
- $1,430
Stunning MarshView Pool Retreat Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- $155,221
- Occupancy
- 30.9%
- Daily rate
- $1,154
Luxury Home Walking Distance to Pier Village; Pool Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- $149,372
- Occupancy
- 42.5%
- Daily rate
- $1,030
Great GA Dream Home, Pool & Pond Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- $130,889
- Occupancy
- 37.5%
- Daily rate
- $910
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in St. Simons Island?
Hodnett Cooper Vacation Rental… is the top-grossing host in St. Simons Island, with $1.09 million in bookings across 30 listings over the past year. The market is concentrated: the ten top-grossing hosts run 52% of its 188 listings. Per listing, a smaller operator earns more: Hosted SSI grossed $88,200 per listing, about 2.4 times Hodnett Cooper Vacation Rental…'s $36,300.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hodnett Cooper Vacation Rental… | 30 | $1,090,084 | $36,336 | 4.84/5 | |
| Ryan - Lighthouse | 9 | $756,784 | $84,087 | 4.95/5 | |
| Hosted SSI | 8 | $705,608 | $88,201 | 4.86/5 | |
| 4 | Real Escapes Properties, Inc. | 21 | $614,451 | $29,260 | 4.70/5 |
| 5 | Bryce + Kelly | 1 | $359,017 | $359,017 | 4.83/5 |
| 6 | Ben | 4 | $269,656 | $67,414 | 4.93/5 |
| 7 | Golden Isles Retreats | 12 | $193,302 | $16,109 | 4.90/5 |
| 8 | Saint Simons Real Estate And P… | 10 | $157,926 | $15,793 | 4.59/5 |
| 9 | Angela | 2 | $155,470 | $77,735 | 4.97/5 |
| 10 | Sarah | 1 | $155,221 | $155,221 | 5.00/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in St. Simons Island?
Professional management companies run 53% of St. Simons Island listings. Two-thirds 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 89% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 67.6%
- Professional management
- 52.7%
- Cohosted listings
- 29.3%
- Instant Book enabled
- 50.5%
- Simplified Pricing
- 88.8%
Largest Airbnb Management Companies in St. Simons Island
7 management companies run five or more active Airbnb listings in St. Simons Island, and companies run 57% of its Airbnb homes. Hodnett Cooper Vacation Rentals is the largest, with 30 listings and an average guest rating of 4.85; the next largest are Mellette, Golden Isles Retreats, Saint Simons Real Estate and Ryan - Lighthouse. Among the five largest, Ryan - Lighthouse's homes rate highest, at 4.95.
The five largest run 42% of St. Simons Island's Airbnb homes
Share of St. Simons Island's Airbnb homes each company runs as host or co-host
- Hodnett Cooper Vacation Rentals 16% · 30
- Mellette 9% · 17
- Golden Isles Retreats 7% · 12
- Saint Simons Real Estate 5% · 10
- Ryan - Lighthouse 5% · 9
- All other listings 58%
Listings each company runs as host or co-host, 12 months to October 2026. Guest ratings average each listing's Airbnb rating, weighted by its reviews.
See the largest management companies in Georgia, ranked by homes, guest rating and growth.
Nearby markets
St. Simons Island vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
AirROI also tracks listings in this area under other names: Saint Simons (850 active listings) and St. Simons (247) have their own pages and are left out of the comparison below.
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 69 km, Fernandina Beach (62 km away) earned the most per listing, about 30% more than St. Simons Island. Yulee was the busiest, booked on 42% of nights against 35% in St. Simons Island.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brunswick 9 km | 284 | $23,168 | $225 | 39% |
| Jekyll Island 11 km | 199 | $46,198 | $458 | 38% |
| Darien 25 km | 58 | $31,747 | $299 | 40% |
| Townsend 44 km | 40 | $20,327 | $223 | 32% |
| St. Marys 50 km | 89 | $22,647 | $210 | 39% |
| Fernandina Beach 62 km | 1,075 | $50,161 | $458 | 41% |
| Yulee 62 km | 41 | $30,598 | $248 | 42% |
| Midway 69 km | 58 | $24,567 | $253 | 32% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Georgia
- Atlanta Airbnb data 6,086 listings
- Savannah Airbnb data 2,544 listings
- Blue Ridge Airbnb data 1,523 listings
- Tybee Island Airbnb data 1,389 listings
- Augusta Airbnb data 1,138 listings
- Ellijay Airbnb data 1,066 listings
- Columbus Airbnb data 656 listings
- Athens-Clarke County Unified Government Airbnb data 602 listings
See all 209 Georgia Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to St. Simons Island
Markets elsewhere in the United States with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to St. Simons Island:
- Wimberley Airbnb data TX · $357/night · 35.7%
- Davis Airbnb data WV · $356/night · 34.9%
- Campton Airbnb data NH · $353/night · 35.0%
- Acme Township Airbnb data MI · $360/night · 35.9%
- Granby Airbnb data CO · $349/night · 35.2%
- Julian Airbnb data CA · $347/night · 35.4%
FAQ
St. Simons Island Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in St. Simons Island?
An active St. Simons Island Airbnb grossed $38,527 on average in the 12 months to October 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 188 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $5,930 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in St. Simons Island?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of St. Simons Island listings earn between $1,760 and $5,930 in a typical month, and the top tenth $10,400 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 St. Simons Island?
Listings in St. Simons Island were booked on 35% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 38% for the Georgia average. June is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in St. Simons Island?
The average booked night in St. Simons Island cost $357 before fees. Half of listings charge between $210 and $380, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in St. Simons Island?
None of the active St. Simons Island 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 St. Simons Island?
Yes, when it's run well. The average St. Simons Island Airbnb grossed $38,527 in the 12 months to October 2026, 20% above the Georgia average of $32,151. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, $23,447 a year (about $1,950 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 $3,510 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in St. Simons Island?
July usually pays best, averaging $7,050 per active listing over the past two years, and December usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in St. Simons Island?
Each night a St. Simons Island listing was open to book earned $135 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 $282 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in St. Simons Island?
St. Simons Island stays were booked 60 days (about nine 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 St. Simons Island?
The average St. Simons Island Airbnb stay lasted 5.2 nights over the past year. A listing took 21 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in St. Simons Island rated?
Guests rate St. Simons Island Airbnbs 4.85 out of 5 on average. Guests score location highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in St. Simons Island?
St. Simons Island Beach, Historic District and Village Area draw the most short-term rental interest in St. Simons Island. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in St. Simons Island?
AirROI counted 188 active Airbnb listings in St. Simons Island as of October 2026. The closest tracked market is Brunswick, 9 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in St. Simons Island?
In St. Simons Island, nearly all listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about $230.
How many tourists visit St. Simons Island, GA?
All of Georgia had 175.6 million visitors in 2025, the Office of Governor Brian P. Kemp reports. AirROI estimates 3,752 Airbnb stays in St. Simons Island, GA in the 12 months to October 2026, which counts bookings and not tourists. See Georgia tourism statistics.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 188 active Airbnb listings in St. Simons Island from November 2025 to October 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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