Airbnb market data · 202612 months to April 2026

Waipahu, HI Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends

Source: AirROI Reviewed by , Founder @ AirROI Updated

AirROI's latest figures for Waipahu run through April 2026.

Active Airbnb listings
18
Avg. booking lead time
61 days
Listings showing a permit
67%
Peak revenue month
July
Lowest revenue month
September

The short answer

Waipahu Airbnb Market at a Glance

Listings averaged $230 a night and were booked on 38% of available nights.

Timing matters: in July, the best month, the average listing earned about 2.3 times as much as in September, the slowest. With only 18 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.

With 18 active listings, Waipahu is the 88th-largest of 88 Hawaii markets AirROI tracks.

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Revenue

How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Waipahu?

Gross bookings per Waipahu listing averaged $15,995 over the 12 months to April 2026 (Hawaii average: $61,223), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.

The average Waipahu listing brought in $4,400 in July, its best month, and $1,940 in September, 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 Waipahu's 18 active listings, monthly revenue by tier:

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $7,010+ a month, about 3.3 times the typical property.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn $4,450 or more, roughly $2,300 a month above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about $2,150 a month.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $978 or less, about 45% 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 earned about 2.3 times what September did

Average revenue per active listing, by month

Dashed: April left out, as the latest month's data looks incomplete.

Waipahu Airbnb Data by Month

Latest 12 months in the April 2026 data.

July led on revenue and bookings; nightly rates peaked in May.

Average monthly Airbnb revenue, occupancy, nightly rate, RevPAR, booking lead time and length of stay per active listing in Waipahu, May 2025 to Apr 2026
MonthAvg. RevenueOccupancyAvg. Nightly RateRevPARBooking Lead TimeAvg. Length of Stay
May 2025$2,61641.0%$259$8473 days9.3 nights
Jun 2025$3,47637.6%$257$11653 days12.9 nights
Jul 2025$4,40366.7%$243$14263 days16.6 nights
Aug 2025$2,99043.0%$249$9639 days14.3 nights
Sep 2025$1,93544.7%$246$6535 days10 nights
Oct 2025$3,77852.3%$246$12243 days17.8 nights
Nov 2025$2,87343.8%$249$9665 days23.2 nights
Dec 2025$3,47426.4%$225$112160 days11 nights
Jan 2026$2,48437.6%$219$8023 days7.7 nights
Feb 2026$2,48242.3%$218$8979 days20 nights
Mar 2026$3,94135.5%$217$12746 days10.3 nights
Apr 2026*$1,50421.5%$207$5022 days10 nights

Averages per active listing in each month. Highlighted: the highest-revenue month. 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. *Apr 2026 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.

Location, size and how a home is run move its income far more than a city average shows. For a range on one Waipahu address, run it through the free Airbnb calculator.

Profit

Is an Airbnb in Waipahu Profitable?

Yes, when it's run well. The average Waipahu Airbnb took in $15,995 in the 12 months to April 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $1,070 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 $2,240 a month.

Cleaning it yourself keeps the $150 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $1,080 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $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.

Waipahu Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year

A year of income, running costs and what is left for housing costs for an average and a top-quarter Waipahu Airbnb
LineAverage listingTop-quarter listing
Money in
Nightly bookings$15,845$32,770
Cleaning fees guests pay1% of Waipahu bookings$150$300
Gross bookings$15,995$33,070
Running costs
Airbnb's feeAbout 7%: 15.5% for the 33% of Waipahu listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest−$1,150−$2,370
Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself−$150−$300
Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings−$800−$1,650
Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2%−$320−$660
Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3%−$480−$990
Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover−$160−$160
Permit and registrationWhere one is required−$80−$80
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 19% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee−$3,140−$6,210
Left for housing costs, then profit$12,855about $1,070 a month$26,860about $2,240 a month
Housing costs
Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo feesDepend on the home

Estimate Your Own Waipahu Airbnb Profit

The estimate starts from Waipahu'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 Waipahu 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 Waipahu's Top Earners Get There

  • More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Waipahu listings are booked on 60% or more of their nights, against 36% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of $150 adds about $1,480 in bookings.
  • Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge $350 a night or more, against a median of $150. 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 $1,580 a year.
  • Open for the busy months. July brought the average listing about $4,400, against $1,940 in September, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
  • Reviews that stand out. Waipahu listings average 4.80 stars, and 17% 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 $2,760 a month, against $1,330 for the average one.

Occupancy

What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Waipahu?

Waipahu listings were booked on 38% of the nights they were open over the past year, 11 percentage points below the Hawaii average (49%) and 3 points below the U.S. average (41%). Occupancy swings from 26% in December to 67% in July.

Across Waipahu's 18 active listings, the share of open nights booked by tier:

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 77%+ of open nights, 41 points above the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) fill 60% or more, roughly four nights a week.
  • Typical properties (median) fill about 36% of open nights.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 21% or less, under two nights a week.

July was the busiest month in Waipahu, December the quietest

Share of open nights booked, by month

Dashed: April data incomplete. The 12-month rate of 38% 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 Waipahu?

The average nightly rate in Waipahu, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $230 over the past year, about 51% below the Hawaii average of $465 and about 28% below the U.S. average of $320. Rates peak in May and June at about $260 and bottom out in February and March at about $215.

Across Waipahu's 18 active listings, nightly rates by tier:

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge $430+ a night, about three times the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) charge $350 or more, about $200 above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) charge about $150 a night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge $75 or less, about half of the median.

May rates ran 19% above March's

Average nightly rate (ADR), by month

Dashed: April data incomplete.

What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Waipahu?

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 Waipahu it averaged $89 over the past year, from about $65 in September to about $142 in July.

Across Waipahu's 18 active listings, RevPAR by tier:

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $227+ per open night, about 4.1 times the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn $133 or more, about $80 a night above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about $55 per open night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $40 or less, about three-quarters of the median.

July RevPAR was about 2.2 times September's

Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month

Dashed: April data incomplete. The 12-month RevPAR of $89 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 Waipahu

With only 18 active listings, the monthly pattern in Waipahu is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue peaked in July and bottomed out in September.

How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Waipahu?

Guests book Waipahu stays 61 days ahead on average (about nine weeks), so guests here plan well ahead. December stays are booked furthest out, about 160 days ahead, and January stays closest to arrival, about 23 days. A typical December booking is made in early July.

December stays are booked furthest ahead

Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay

Dashed: April data incomplete.

Permits

Airbnb Permits and Registration in Waipahu

67% of the 18 active listings in Waipahu display a registration, permit or license number. The share shows what hosts display, not what local rules allow: it can't show whether new permits are still issued, or whether limits on nights, zones or property types apply.

Registration, permit, zoning and occupancy-tax rules vary by address and change often, so confirm them with the city or county before buying or listing in Waipahu.

Neighborhoods

Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Waipahu

AirROI's area guide picks six Waipahu neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Waikele, Pearl City and Aiea. The picks reflect guest appeal, not earnings data or permit eligibility, so check local permit rules for a specific address before buying.

Best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Waipahu
AreaWho it suitsLandmarks nearby
WaikeleA suburban community that boasts a large shopping outlet, making it a popular destination for visitors looking for deals and local dining options.Waikele Premium Outlets, Hawaii Prime, Waikele Golf Club, local eateries, surrounding parks
Pearl CityClose to historical sites and major attractions, Pearl City is a convenient area for guests who want to explore Oahu while enjoying a more residential atmosphere.Pearl Harbor National Historical Park, USS Bowfin Submarine Museum, Pearl City Shopping Center, local parks, community events
AieaKnown for its close proximity to the Pearl Harbor area and Aloha Stadium, Aiea attracts guests interested in history and events.Aloha Stadium, Pearl Ridge Center, National Park Service Sites, local dining options, hiking trails
MililaniA planned community that offers family-friendly amenities and parks, ideal for long-term stays and guests traveling with children.Mililani Town Center, Hiking trails, Pineapple Plantation, local community events, playgrounds
MakakiloA more secluded community with stunning ocean views, appealing to those who want a peaceful retreat while being close to urban conveniences.Makakilo Community Park, Sunset Beach, local hiking trails, viewpoints, scenic drives
WaipahuDiverse cultural influences and historical significance make Waipahu an interesting location, especially for those interested in local culture and history.Hawaii's Plantation Village, local markets, Waipahu Town Center, community festivals, Waipahu Depot

Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.

Nearby markets

Waipahu vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets

Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 24 km, Mākaha Valley (24 km away, 89 listings) earned the most per listing, about 11.1 times as much as Waipahu.

Airbnb markets near Waipahu: distance, revenue, nightly rate and occupancy
MarketListingsAvg. annual revenueAvg. nightly rateOccupancy
Ewa Beach 11 km35$16,601$19244%
Kapolei 17 km540$77,231$72943%
Kaneohe 19 km38$26,695$29546%
Honolulu 21 km5,852$45,531$28155%
Punaluu 22 km90$82,488$40362%
Hauula 23 km100$52,804$42948%
Waianae 23 km43$86,199$47251%
Mākaha Valley 24 km89$176,807$72569%

Other Airbnb Markets in Hawaii

See all 88 Hawaii Airbnb markets

Markets Similar to Waipahu

Markets elsewhere in the United States with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Waipahu:

FAQ

Waipahu Airbnb FAQ

How much do Airbnb hosts make in Waipahu?

An active Waipahu Airbnb grossed $15,995 on average in the 12 months to April 2026, 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 $4,450 or more in a typical month.

How much can I make on Airbnb in Waipahu?

It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Waipahu listings earn between $978 and $4,450 in a typical month, and the top tenth $7,010 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 Waipahu?

Listings in Waipahu were booked on 38% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 49% for the Hawaii average. July was the busiest month.

How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Waipahu?

The average booked night in Waipahu cost $230 before fees. Half of listings charge between $75 and $350, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.

Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Waipahu?

In Waipahu, 67% of active listings display a registration, permit or license number. The share shows what hosts display, not what the rules allow, so confirm registration, permit and occupancy-tax rules with the city or county before buying.

Is Airbnb profitable in Waipahu?

Yes, when it's run well. The average Waipahu Airbnb grossed $15,995 in the 12 months to April 2026, 74% below the Hawaii average of $61,223, though with only 18 active listings a single property can move that figure. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, $12,855 a year (about $1,070 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 $2,240 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.

When is Airbnb peak season in Waipahu?

July paid best over the past year, at $4,400 per active listing, and September paid least. The month-by-month table above shows how rates and bookings each move.

What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Waipahu?

Each night a Waipahu listing was open to book earned $89 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 $227 or more.

How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Waipahu?

Waipahu stays were booked 61 days (about nine weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so a listing that opens its calendar late misses many bookings.

How long do guests stay at Airbnbs in Waipahu?

The average Waipahu Airbnb stay lasted 13 nights over the past year. A listing took 5 reservations over the year on average.

How are Airbnbs in Waipahu rated?

Guests rate Waipahu Airbnbs 4.80 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.

What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Waipahu?

Waikele, Pearl City and Aiea draw the most short-term rental interest in Waipahu. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.

How many Airbnbs are there in Waipahu?

AirROI counted 18 active Airbnb listings in Waipahu as of April 2026. The closest tracked market is Ewa Beach, 11 km away.

How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Waipahu?

In Waipahu, about six in ten listings add a cleaning fee, but the amounts on file are too irregular to quote a typical fee. Check the fee on the specific listings you compare against.

Method

About This Data

Figures on this page cover 18 active Airbnb listings in Waipahu from May 2025 to April 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.

Need this programmatically? The same metrics are available through the AirROI Airbnb Data API and bulk downloads in the data portal.