The Chalet in Idaho City Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.90 - Revenue
- $42,381
- Occupancy
- 39.5%
- Daily rate
- $276
Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
The average Airbnb in Idaho City brought in $18,884 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 44% less than the Idaho average of $33,932.
The short answer
Rates and bookings both trail the Idaho average. Listings averaged $200 a night and were booked on 31% of available nights, against $315 and 42% for the Idaho average.
June, usually the best month, brings in about 88% more per listing than April, usually the slowest. With only 40 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 40 active listings, Idaho City is the 51st-largest of 90 Idaho markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 5% while the number of active listings grew 29%.
Browse the live Idaho City Airbnb market See Every Idaho City ListingRevenue
Gross bookings per Idaho City listing averaged $18,884 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Idaho average: $33,932), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Idaho City listing brings in $2,660 in June, its best month, and $1,420 in April, its slowest. July runs within 1% of June, so either can come out on top in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 33% 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 2.4 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
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 earns about 1.9 times what April does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
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.
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 bookings; nightly rates peaked in August 2026. Across the past two years, June is usually the strongest month.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | $1,681 | 28.3% | $198 | $56 | 53 days | 2.3 nights |
| Oct 2025 | $2,194 | 37.2% | $196 | $71 | 76 days | 2 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $1,681 | 28.6% | $192 | $56 | 56 days | 2.5 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $1,579 | 25.8% | $192 | $51 | 51 days | 1.9 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $1,718 | 28.6% | $183 | $55 | 33 days | 1.4 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $1,196 | 24.9% | $178 | $43 | 49 days | 1.7 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $1,386 | 27.8% | $183 | $45 | 81 days | 1.5 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $1,477 | 26.6% | $185 | $49 | 28 days | 2.7 nights |
| May 2026 | $2,477 | 35.2% | $214 | $80 | 37 days | 2.4 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $2,844 | 44.0% | $217 | $95 | 75 days | 3.3 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $3,285 | 44.3% | $216 | $106 | 52 days | 2.7 nights |
| Aug 2026 | $2,504 | 35.4% | $219 | $81 | 57 days | 1.9 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.
These are market-wide figures. To see what one particular Idaho City home could earn, enter its address, bedrooms and guests in the short-term rental calculator; it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Yes, when it's run well. The average Idaho City Airbnb took in $18,884 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $1,010 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 $1,440 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $1,770 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $1,160 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $870 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.
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | $17,114 | $24,270 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay9% of Idaho City bookings | $1,770 | $2,510 |
| Gross bookings | $18,884 | $26,780 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 15%: 15.5% for the 95% of Idaho City listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$2,810 | −$3,980 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$1,770 | −$2,510 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$940 | −$1,340 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$380 | −$540 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$570 | −$800 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −$190 | −$190 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −$90 | −$90 |
| 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 | −$6,750 | −$9,450 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $12,134about $1,010 a month | $17,330about $1,440 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
The estimate starts from Idaho City'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 Idaho City 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.
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 $2,230 a month, against $1,570 for the average one.
Occupancy
Idaho City listings were booked on 31% of the nights they were open over the past year, 11 percentage points below the Idaho average (42%) and 10 points below the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 41% in June and falls to 25% in April.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 3.2 times as often as the bottom quarter.
June is usually the busiest month in Idaho City, April the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Nightly rates
The average nightly rate in Idaho City, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $200 over the past year, about 37% below the Idaho and U.S. averages ($315 and $320). In a typical year, rates peak in June and August at about $210 and bottom out in April and December at about $180.
The top 10% charge about 2.4 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
June rates run 16% above April's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
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 Idaho City it averaged $64 over the past year, from about $47 in a typical April to about $89 in a typical June.
Per open night, by tier:
June RevPAR is about 1.9 times April's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Seasonality
With only 40 active listings, the monthly pattern in Idaho City is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue has tended to peak in June and bottom out in April.
Average revenue by month in Idaho City
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
| Month | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|
| January | $1,770 |
| February | $1,540 |
| March | $1,560 |
| April | $1,420 |
| May | $2,210 |
| June | $2,660 |
| July | $2,640 |
| August | $2,330 |
| September | $1,740 |
| October | $1,980 |
| November | $1,610 |
| December | $1,630 |
Guests book Idaho City stays 59 days ahead on average (about eight weeks). June stays are booked furthest out, about 61 days ahead, and January stays closest to arrival, about 29 days. A typical June booking is made in mid-April.
June stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
The 12-month figure of 59 days averages each listing's year as a whole; each month here averages only the listings with stays in it.
Permits
None of the 40 active listings in Idaho City 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 Idaho City.
Neighborhoods
AirROI's area guide picks seven Idaho City neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Historic Idaho City, Idaho City Hot Springs and Greenbelt Trail. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Historic Idaho City | This charming, historic town offers a glimpse into the gold rush era and attracts tourists interested in history and outdoor activities. The local hospitality and festivals enrich the visitor experience. | Idaho City Historical Museum, Pioneer Park, Boise River, Gold Fork Hot Springs, Historic Main Street |
| Idaho City Hot Springs | Well-known for its natural hot springs, this area attracts visitors seeking relaxation and wellness in a beautiful natural setting, making it ideal for hosting Airbnb retreats. | Gold Fork Hot Springs, Natural Hot Springs, Hiking Trails, Scenic Views, Mountain Biking |
| Greenbelt Trail | A scenic pathway through Boise that runs along the river, it's popular for biking, walking, and running. It draws outdoor enthusiasts looking for an active vacation. | Boise River, Morrison-Knudsen Nature Center, Biking Trails, Parks, Scenic Views |
| Lucky Peak State Park | Great for outdoor activities such as boating, fishing, and hiking. This park offers beautiful scenery and attracts nature lovers and adventure seekers. | Lucky Peak Reservoir, Hiking Trails, Picnic Areas, Wildlife Viewing, Water Activities |
| Nampa | A growing city close to Boise, Nampa offers affordable accommodation options and draws visitors looking for family-friendly activities and events. | Nampa Civic Center, Lake Lowell, Nampa Train Depot, Warhawk Air Museum, Parks |
| Caldwell | Known for its wine country, Caldwell attracts wine enthusiasts and offers beautiful landscapes and events, making it a great spot for vacation rentals. | Caldwell Fine Arts, Indian Creek Plaza, Wine Tasting Rooms, Farmers Market, Nature Trails |
| Boise Downtown | A vibrant urban area with a mix of arts, restaurants, and nightlife. It appeals to both travelers and locals looking for exciting entertainment and cultural experiences. | Boise Art Museum, Julia Davis Park, Idaho State Capitol, Downtown Shops and Restaurants, Live Music Venues |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Entire homes make up 70% of listings in Idaho City, alongside 12 private-room listings (30%). Cabins and other outdoor stays (33%) and houses (33%) split the stock almost evenly.
Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment
Idaho City Airbnb listings by room type
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 70.0% | 28 |
| Private room | 30.0% | 12 |
Cabins and houses split the stock
Idaho City Airbnb listings by property type
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Cabin/Outdoor | 32.5% | 13 |
| House | 32.5% | 13 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 30.0% | 12 |
| Apartment/Condo | 5.0% | 2 |
The most common size among Idaho City's 24 entire homes with a bedroom count is one bedroom (18 homes).
Idaho City entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 75.0% | 18 |
| 2 bedrooms | 8.3% | 2 |
| 3 bedrooms | 4.2% | 1 |
| 4 bedrooms | 8.3% | 2 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 4.2% | 1 |
Most Idaho City listings are sized for couples and small families: 78% sleep four guests or fewer, and just 15% take eight or more.
Idaho City listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 30.0% | 12 |
| 3 guests | 10.0% | 4 |
| 4 guests | 37.5% | 15 |
| 6 guests | 5.0% | 2 |
| 7 guests | 2.5% | 1 |
| 8+ guests | 15.0% | 6 |
Idaho City hosts set up an average of 2.3 beds per listing. About a third of listings (33%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
Fire pits are common in Idaho City: 57% of listings have one, and 48% have a fireplace.
Share of Idaho City listings with each common amenity
Guests
Idaho City draws mostly domestic guests: 98% of those who left reviews live in the United States. Boise alone accounts for 23% of reviews. English is spoken by 75% of guests, and Spanish by 11%.
98% of Idaho City guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
Where Idaho City guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Boise | 23.0% |
| Meridian | 5.7% |
| Nampa | 5.7% |
| Caldwell | 3.8% |
| Salt Lake City | 1.9% |
Where Idaho City guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 98.1% |
| Canada | 1.0% |
| United Kingdom | 0.5% |
| Germany | 0.5% |
Languages spoken by Idaho City guests
Share of guests who left reviews
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 74.7% |
| Spanish | 11.5% |
| German | 4.6% |
| French | 3.4% |
| Dutch | 2.3% |
Idaho City Airbnbs average 4.85 stars, and 33% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.74, against 4.92 for check-in.
Check-in scores highest in Idaho City; value is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.90 |
| Cleanliness | 4.88 |
| Communication | 4.91 |
| Location | 4.88 |
| Check-in | 4.92 |
| Value | 4.74 |
Booking patterns
Nearly all Idaho City listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 5% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 91 to 180 days a year, covering 45% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Idaho City listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 50.0% | 20 |
| 181-270 days | 45.0% | 18 |
| 91-180 days | 5.0% | 2 |
Days a year Idaho City listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 181-270 days | 5.0% | 2 |
| 91-180 days | 45.0% | 18 |
| 31-90 days | 30.0% | 12 |
| 1-30 days | 20.0% | 8 |
The average Idaho City booking lasts 2.4 nights, longest in June and shortest in March. Listings took about 26 bookings each over the year, some 1,030 in all. 55% of listings that give a check-in time set it at 4 p.m., with check-out usually at 11 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Idaho City
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Two-year average by calendar month.
Nearly all listings in Idaho City accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Idaho City listings
Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Idaho City, used by 50% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Nearly half of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms and 53% use Firm or stricter ones, so neither camp dominates.
Cancellation policies of Idaho City listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
About three-quarters of Idaho City listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is $40, and some higher fees lift the average to $74. Spread over the average stay of 2.4 nights, that adds roughly $16 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 9% of gross revenue.
Top earners
The top-grossing Airbnb in Idaho City, a four-bedroom home, took in $42,400 over the past year, about 2.2 times the city's average of $18,900.
The Chalet in Idaho City Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.90
•3 Kings Cabin•Hot Tub•Arcade•Archery• Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Elk Creek Retreat Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.89
*ALL-NEW* Tiny Meets Luxury (Cabin 8) Entire home · 1 bedroom Rated 4.82
*All-New* Tiny Meets Luxury (Cabin 9) Entire home · 1 bedroom Rated 4.89
Idaho Wilderness Yurts, Green Yurt Entire home Rated 4.93 Only 8% of Idaho City listings are classed as professionally managed. 85% 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 95% of listings.
Nearby markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 56 km, Eagle (46 km away, 96 listings) earned the most per listing, about 81% more than Idaho City. Boise and Meridian were the busiest, each booked on 51% of nights against 31% in Idaho City.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horseshoe Bend 27 km | 34 | $9,498 | $150 | 29% |
| Garden Valley 36 km | 153 | $33,160 | $286 | 35% |
| Boise 41 km | 1,265 | $27,816 | $194 | 51% |
| Garden City 41 km | 63 | $22,289 | $196 | 47% |
| Eagle 46 km | 96 | $34,142 | $240 | 47% |
| Meridian 52 km | 346 | $33,237 | $224 | 51% |
| Emmett 54 km | 31 | $14,759 | $169 | 34% |
| Star 56 km | 46 | $26,338 | $214 | 46% |
See all 90 Idaho Airbnb markets
Markets elsewhere in the United States with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Idaho City:
FAQ
An active Idaho City Airbnb grossed $18,884 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 40 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $2,680 or more in a typical month.
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Idaho City listings earn between $1,100 and $2,680 in a typical month, and the top tenth $3,600 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb income calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Listings in Idaho City were booked on 31% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 42% for the Idaho average. June is usually the busiest month.
The average booked night in Idaho City cost $200 before fees. Half of listings charge between $125 and $245, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
None of the active Idaho City 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.
Yes, when it's run well. The average Idaho City Airbnb grossed $18,884 in the 12 months to September 2026, 44% below the Idaho average of $33,932. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, $12,134 a year (about $1,010 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 $1,440 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.
June usually pays best, averaging $2,660 per active listing over the past two years, and April usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
Each night a Idaho City listing was open to book earned $64 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 $112 or more.
Idaho City stays were booked 59 days (about eight weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so most of a month is booked well before it starts.
The average Idaho City Airbnb stay lasted 2.4 nights over the past year. A listing took 26 reservations over the year on average.
Guests rate Idaho City Airbnbs 4.85 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and value lowest.
Historic Idaho City, Idaho City Hot Springs and Greenbelt Trail draw the most short-term rental interest in Idaho City. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
AirROI counted 40 active Airbnb listings in Idaho City as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Horseshoe Bend, 27 km away.
In Idaho City, about three-quarters of listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is $40, and some higher fees lift the average to $74.
Method
Figures on this page cover 40 active Airbnb listings in Idaho City 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.
Need this programmatically? The same metrics are available through the AirROI Airbnb Data API and bulk downloads in the data portal.