Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026

Bloomington, IL Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends

Source: AirROI Reviewed by , Founder @ AirROI Updated

Active Airbnb listings
148
Avg. booking lead time
40 days
Listings showing a permit
0%
Peak revenue month
July
Lowest revenue month
February

The short answer

Bloomington Airbnb Market at a Glance

Bloomington is cheaper but busier than the Illinois average. Listings averaged $169 a night and were booked on 50% of available nights, against $250 and 45% for the Illinois average.

July, usually the best month, brings in about 78% more per listing than February, usually the slowest.

With 148 active listings, Bloomington is the 12th-largest of 120 Illinois markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 21% while the number of active listings grew 23%.

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Revenue

How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Bloomington?

Gross bookings per Bloomington listing averaged $22,927 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Illinois average: $33,660), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.

In a typical year, the average Bloomington listing brings in $3,450 in July, its best month, and $1,940 in February, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 32% 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 3.1 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $5,530+ a month, about 2.6 times the typical property.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn $3,710 or more, roughly $1,600 a month above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about $2,140 a month.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $1,160 or less, about 54% 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 1.8 times what February 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.

Bloomington Airbnb Data by Month

Latest 12 months in the September 2026 data. September's figures are still coming in, so the rows run to August.

July 2026 led on revenue. Nightly rates peaked in June 2026 and bookings in September 2025, so the best-paying month is not always the busiest or the priciest.

Average monthly Airbnb revenue, occupancy, nightly rate, RevPAR, booking lead time and length of stay per active listing in Bloomington, Sep 2025 to Aug 2026
Month Avg. Revenue Occupancy Avg. Nightly Rate RevPAR Booking Lead Time Avg. Length of Stay
Sep 2025$3,22562.1%$159$10856 days7.8 nights
Oct 2025$3,07951.1%$158$9948 days7.2 nights
Nov 2025$3,12654.7%$157$10447 days8.8 nights
Dec 2025$3,01851.5%$159$9732 days6.5 nights
Jan 2026$2,31945.3%$153$7522 days10.9 nights
Feb 2026$2,15446.7%$152$7720 days6.8 nights
Mar 2026$2,47052.3%$154$8023 days6.8 nights
Apr 2026$2,13745.6%$156$7131 days6.3 nights
May 2026$2,57250.7%$172$8369 days7.2 nights
Jun 2026$3,24655.4%$190$10863 days5.2 nights
Jul 2026$3,64349.4%$188$11837 days8 nights
Aug 2026$2,92748.9%$182$9431 days5.8 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.

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

Profit

Is an Airbnb in Bloomington Profitable?

Yes, when it's run well. The average Bloomington Airbnb took in $22,927 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $1,270 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 $2,220 a month.

Cleaning it yourself keeps the $2,000 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $1,430 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $1,090 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.

Bloomington 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 Bloomington Airbnb
Line Average listing Top-quarter listing
Money in
Nightly bookings$20,927$36,250
Cleaning fees guests pay9% of Bloomington bookings$2,000$3,470
Gross bookings$22,927$39,720
Running costs
Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 84% of Bloomington listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest−$3,090−$5,350
Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself−$2,000−$3,470
Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings−$1,150−$1,990
Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2%−$460−$790
Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3%−$690−$1,190
Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover−$230−$230
Permit and registrationWhere one is required−$110−$110
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 25% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee−$7,730−$13,130
Left for housing costs, then profit$15,197about $1,270 a month$26,590about $2,220 a month
Housing costs
Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees Depend on the home

Estimate Your Own Bloomington Airbnb Profit

The estimate starts from Bloomington'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 Bloomington home, with its price, its mortgage or rent and your own costs, use the Airbnb income calculator. It starts from the comparable listings around the address.

How Bloomington's Top Earners Get There

  • More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Bloomington listings are booked on 72% or more of their nights, against 53% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of $125 adds about $1,260 in bookings.
  • Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge $190 a night or more, against a median of $125. 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 $2,090 a year.
  • Open for the busy months. In a typical year, July brings the average listing about $3,450, against $1,940 in February, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
  • Reviews that stand out. Bloomington listings average 4.84 stars, and 43% 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 $3,310 a month, against $1,910 for the average one.

Occupancy

What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Bloomington?

Bloomington listings were booked on 50% of the nights they were open over the past year, 5 percentage points above the Illinois average (45%) and 9 points above the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 54% in September and falls to 41% in January.

The busiest tenth of listings are booked about three times as often as the bottom quarter.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 87%+ of open nights, 34 points above the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) fill 72% or more, roughly five nights a week.
  • Typical properties (median) fill about 53% of open nights.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 29% or less, under three nights a week.

September is usually the busiest month in Bloomington, January the quietest

Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026

Nightly rates

How Much Does an Airbnb Cost per Night in Bloomington?

The average nightly rate in Bloomington, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $169 over the past year, about 32% below the Illinois average of $250 and about 47% below the U.S. average of $320. In a typical year, rates peak in June and July at about $175 and bottom out in October and November at about $140.

Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 3.4 times the rate of the bottom quarter.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge $290+ a night, about 2.3 times the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) charge $190 or more, about $65 above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) charge about $125 a night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge $86 or less, about two-thirds of the median.

June rates run 25% above October's

Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026

The 12-month ADR of $169 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 Bloomington?

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 Bloomington it averaged $85 over the past year, from about $66 in a typical January to about $111 in a typical July.

Per open night, by tier:

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $144+ per open night, about twice the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn $105 or more, about $35 a night above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about $71 per open night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $43 or less, about 61% of the median.

July RevPAR is about 1.7 times January's

Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026

Seasonality

Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Bloomington

Bloomington has one high season, June through August, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest from January to April. A listing earns about 47% more a month in June through August than in December through February.

Average revenue by month in Bloomington

Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years

Revenue by month in Bloomington in numbers
Average monthly revenue per active listing in Bloomington, by calendar month
Month Season Revenue per listing
JanuaryLow season$2,040
FebruaryLow season$1,940
MarchLow season$2,240
AprilLow season$2,070
MayShoulder season$2,520
JuneHigh season$3,050
JulyHigh season$3,450
AugustHigh season$3,200
SeptemberShoulder season$2,590
OctoberShoulder season$2,450
NovemberShoulder season$2,530
DecemberShoulder season$2,620
Average monthly Airbnb revenue, occupancy and nightly rate in Bloomington by season
Season Revenue per month Occupancy Nightly rate
High seasonJune–August$3,24054%$174
Shoulder seasonMay, September–December$2,54050%$148
Low seasonJanuary–April$2,08045%$147

How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Bloomington?

Guests book Bloomington stays 40 days ahead on average (about six weeks). May stays are booked furthest out, about 60 days ahead, and February stays closest to arrival, about 18 days. A typical May booking is made in mid-March.

May stays are booked furthest ahead

Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026

Permits

Airbnb Permits and Registration in Bloomington

None of the 148 active listings in Bloomington 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 Bloomington.

Neighborhoods

Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Bloomington

AirROI's area guide picks seven Bloomington neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Downtown Bloomington, West Bloomington and East Bloomington. 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 Bloomington
Area Who it suits Landmarks nearby
Downtown Bloomington The heart of the city, known for its vibrant culture, dining, and entertainment options. Ideal for both business travelers and tourists seeking the local experience.Illinois State University, Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts, Constitution Trail, Millennium Plaza, McLean County Museum of History
West Bloomington A family-friendly area with parks and community events, making it appealing for family travelers and those looking for a quieter stay.Ewing Park, Miller Park Zoo, Grady's Family Fun Park, Trails at White Oak Park, Eastview Christian Church
East Bloomington Offers a mix of residential charm and convenience with shopping and restaurants, favored by guests who want easy access to amenities.Eastland Mall, The Shoppes at College Hills, Walmart Supercenter, Bloomington Public Library, Miller Park
North Bloomington A suburban setting with green spaces and family attractions, perfect for longer-term rentals and family vacations.Minnehan Park, Cedar Ridge Park, The Great Pumpkin Patch, Dawson Lake, North Park
Historic Old Town A charming neighborhood known for its historic homes and proximity to downtown, appealing for guests interested in history and local culture.Historic Downtown, The Normal Theater, David Davis Mansion, The Children's Discovery Museum, McLean County Museum of History
Lake Bloomington A scenic area popular for outdoor activities. Great for nature lovers and those looking for a peaceful getaway.Lake Bloomington, Parks with boating and fishing access, Camping areas, Nature trails, Picnic sites
South Bloomington A growing area with new developments and shopping centers, attracting visitors looking for convenience and modern amenities.Kirkland Fine Arts Center, Chamber of Commerce, Shopping centers, Community parks, Local dining options

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

Listings

Bloomington Airbnb Listings by Type and Size

Entire homes make up 85% of listings in Bloomington, but private rooms are a real segment: about one listing in seven (15%) rents out a single room. Houses (46%) and apartments or condos (43%) split the stock almost evenly.

Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment

Bloomington Airbnb listings by room type

  • Entire home 85%
  • Private room 15%
Room types in numbers
Bloomington Airbnb listings by room type
Room type Share of listings Listings
Entire home85.1%126
Private room14.9%22

Houses and apartments split the stock

Bloomington Airbnb listings by property type

  • House 46%
  • Apartment/Condo 43%
  • Hotel/Boutique 7%
  • Cabin/Outdoor 3%
  • Others <1%
Property types in numbers
Bloomington Airbnb listings by property type
Property type Share of listings Listings
House45.9%68
Apartment/Condo43.2%64
Hotel/Boutique7.4%11
Cabin/Outdoor2.7%4
Others0.7%1

How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Bloomington Have?

Two-bedroom homes are the most common size in Bloomington (30% of entire homes), and 39% have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 125 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.

Bloomington entire homes by number of bedrooms

Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file

Bedroom counts in numbers
Bloomington entire homes by number of bedrooms
Bedrooms Share of entire homes with a bedroom count Entire homes
Studio5.6%7
1 bedroom24.8%31
2 bedrooms30.4%38
3 bedrooms23.2%29
4 bedrooms11.2%14
5+ bedrooms4.8%6

What Each Home Size Earns in Bloomington

A typical one-bedroom home in Bloomington earned $10,400 over the past year, against $38,700 for a four-bedroom home.

What each home size earns in Bloomington
Home size Listings Typical annual revenue (median) Average annual revenue Avg. nightly rate Occupancy
1 bedroom31$10,400$11,100$9250%
2 bedrooms38$17,700$20,400$14954%
3 bedrooms29$30,000$38,900$21957%
4 bedrooms14$38,700$41,200$29242%

How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Bloomington Sleep?

The most common capacity in Bloomington is four guests (26% of listings), and 38% of listings sleep six or more. Shares are of the 130 listings with a guest capacity on file (88% of the market).

Bloomington listings by guest capacity

Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file

Guest capacity in numbers
Bloomington listings by guest capacity
Guest capacity Share of listings with a capacity on file Listings
1 guest1.5%2
2 guests23.1%30
3 guests5.4%7
4 guests26.2%34
5 guests6.2%8
6 guests15.4%20
7 guests3.1%4
8+ guests19.2%25

How Bloomington Airbnb Listings Are Set Up

Bloomington hosts set up an average of 2.6 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. Only 28% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.

Photos per listing
11
Beds per listing
2.6
Show exact location
28%

What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Bloomington Offer?

Free on-site parking is close to standard in Bloomington: 98% of listings offer it, and 53% have a backyard.

Share of Bloomington listings with each common amenity

  • Air conditioning Nearly all
  • Wifi Nearly all
  • Heating 99%
  • Free parking on premises 98%
  • Smoke alarm 97%
  • Hot water 95%
  • TV 95%
  • Carbon monoxide alarm 89%
  • Coffee maker 89%
  • Kitchen 89%

Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Bloomington

Listings in Bloomington with a sound system earned about 3.0 times as much a year, on average, as those without: $58,500 against $19,500. The gap is smaller for a game console (about 2.5 times as much) and a fire pit (about twice as much). Bigger, professionally run homes tend to carry more amenities, so these gaps reflect the kind of listing as much as the feature itself.

Revenue gap for Bloomington 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

  • Sound system +200% on 9% of listings
  • Game console +145% on 9% of listings
  • Fire pit +103% on 19% of listings
  • Outdoor furniture +95% on 44% of listings
  • Patio or balcony +89% on 51% of listings
  • BBQ grill +85% on 29% of listings
  • Outdoor dining area +67% on 28% of listings
  • Indoor fireplace +62% on 28% of listings
  • Keypad +58% on 31% of listings
  • Backyard +53% on 53% of listings
Revenue by amenity in numbers
Average annual revenue of Bloomington listings with and without each amenity
Amenity Listings with it Avg. revenue with Avg. revenue without Revenue gap
Sound system9%$58,500$19,500+200%
Game console9%$49,400$20,200+145%
Fire pit19%$38,900$19,200+103%
Outdoor furniture44%$31,500$16,200+95%
Patio or balcony51%$29,900$15,800+89%
BBQ grill29%$34,000$18,400+85%
Outdoor dining area28%$32,300$19,300+67%
Indoor fireplace28%$31,700$19,600+62%
Keypad31%$30,700$19,400+58%
Backyard53%$27,400$17,900+53%

Guests

Who Books Airbnbs in Bloomington?

Bloomington draws mostly domestic guests: 93% of those who left reviews live in the United States. No single city dominates: Chicago is the largest source outside Bloomington, at about 7% of reviews. Of the 7% from abroad, the largest groups come from Mexico and Germany. English is spoken by 71% of guests, and Spanish by 14%.

93% of Bloomington guests are domestic

Where guests who left reviews live

  • Domestic 93%
  • International 7%

Where Bloomington guests come from: top cities

Share of guests who left reviews

  • Chicago 7%
  • Bloomington 3%
  • St. Louis 2%
  • Champaign 1%
  • Indianapolis 1%
Top origin cities in numbers
Where Bloomington guests come from: top cities
Origin city Share of guests
Chicago7.5%
Bloomington2.5%
St. Louis2.0%
Champaign1.2%
Indianapolis1.2%

Where Bloomington guests come from: top countries

Share of guests who left reviews

  • United States 93%
  • Mexico 1%
  • Germany 1%
  • Latvia 1%
  • United Kingdom 0%
Top origin countries in numbers
Where Bloomington guests come from: top countries
Origin country Share of guests
United States93.4%
Mexico1.4%
Germany1.1%
Latvia0.7%
United Kingdom0.4%

Languages spoken by Bloomington guests

Share of guests who left reviews

  • English 71%
  • Spanish 14%
  • German 3%
  • Russian 2%
  • French 2%
Top languages in numbers
Languages spoken by Bloomington guests
Language Share of guests
English70.6%
Spanish14.0%
German3.2%
Russian2.5%
French2.3%

What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Bloomington?

Bloomington Airbnbs average 4.84 stars, and 43% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched; location and value for money tie for the lowest, at 4.79.

Communication and check-in score highest in Bloomington; location and value tie for lowest

Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0

  • Accuracy 4.87
  • Cleanliness 4.82
  • Communication 4.93
  • Location 4.79
  • Check-in 4.93
  • Value 4.79
Category scores in numbers
Bloomington guest ratings by category
Category Average rating (out of 5)
Accuracy4.87
Cleanliness4.82
Communication4.93
Location4.79
Check-in4.93
Value4.79

Booking patterns

How Guests Book in Bloomington: Stays, Rules and Fees

About three-quarters of Bloomington listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 24% 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 Bloomington listings are open to guests

Share of listings by days a year

  • 271-366 days 32%
  • 181-270 days 44%
  • 91-180 days 20%
  • 31-90 days 5%
Open days in numbers
Days a year Bloomington listings are open to guests
Days a year Share of listings Listings
271-366 days31.8%47
181-270 days43.9%65
91-180 days19.6%29
31-90 days4.7%7

Days a year Bloomington listings are booked or blocked

Share of listings by days a year

  • 271-366 days 5%
  • 181-270 days 20%
  • 91-180 days 45%
  • 31-90 days 26%
  • 1-30 days 5%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
Days a year Bloomington listings are booked or blocked
Days a year Share of listings Listings
271-366 days4.7%7
181-270 days19.6%29
91-180 days44.6%66
31-90 days25.7%38
1-30 days5.4%8

What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Bloomington?

Bookings in Bloomington average 5.6 to 8.4 nights depending on the month, longest in July and shortest in October. Listings took about 22 bookings each over the year, some 3,240 in all. Nearly half of listings that give a check-in time set it at 3 p.m., with check-out usually at 11 a.m.

Average length of stay by month in Bloomington

Average nights per booking, by month of stay

Two-year average by calendar month.

Bloomington Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements

54% of listings in Bloomington accept stays of one or two nights.

Minimum stay set by Bloomington listings

Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more

  • 1 Night 25% 37 listings
  • 2 Nights 29% 43 listings
  • 3 Nights 10% 15 listings
  • 4-6 Nights 8% 12 listings
  • 7-29 Nights 27% 40 listings
  • 30+ Nights 1% 1 listing

What Cancellation Policies Do Airbnb Hosts Use in Bloomington?

Moderate is the most common cancellation policy in Bloomington, used by 29% of listings; it refunds guests in full if they cancel at least five days before check-in. More than half of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms and 44% use Firm or stricter ones, so neither camp dominates.

Cancellation policies of Bloomington listings, from most to least flexible

Share of listings by the policy they use

  • Flexible 23% 34 listings
  • Moderate 29% 43 listings
  • Limited 4% 6 listings
  • Firm 25% 37 listings
  • Strict 18% 27 listings
  • Super Strict 60 Days 1% 1 listing

How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Bloomington?

84% of Bloomington listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is $120; a handful of extreme values pull the simple average far above that, so the median is the better guide. Spread over the average stay of about seven nights, that adds roughly $18 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 9% of gross revenue.

Median cleaning fee
$120
Listings charging a fee
84.5%
Share of gross revenue
8.7%

Top earners

Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Bloomington

The top-grossing Airbnb in Bloomington, a three-bedroom home, took in $175,000 over the past year, about 7.6 times the city's average of $22,900.

Massive Luxury Log Cabin w/Hot Tub & Gaming Level! Massive Luxury Log Cabin w/Hot Tub & Gaming Level! Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.99
Revenue
$174,708
Occupancy
53.9%
Daily rate
$852
Arcade House | Hot Tub + XL Game Room Arcade House | Hot Tub + XL Game Room Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.99
Revenue
$106,877
Occupancy
56.7%
Daily rate
$468
Special - House of Games - Play, Relax, Unwind! Special - House of Games - Play, Relax, Unwind! Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.92
Revenue
$99,244
Occupancy
66.8%
Daily rate
$368
Royale Cinema Retreat - Theater, Games, Lounge Royale Cinema Retreat - Theater, Games, Lounge Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.87
Revenue
$96,699
Occupancy
45.0%
Daily rate
$558
5BR Designer Home • Game Room • Central Location! 5BR Designer Home • Game Room • Central Location! Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.96
Revenue
$88,155
Occupancy
49.1%
Daily rate
$474
Relax Retreat • Hot Tub • Game Room Relax Retreat • Hot Tub • Game Room Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.90
Revenue
$79,601
Occupancy
63.0%
Daily rate
$409

Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Bloomington?

Andy & Marie is the top-grossing host in Bloomington, with $275,000 in bookings across 3 listings over the past year. Together, the ten top-grossing hosts run 36% of the market's 148 listings.

Top Airbnb hosts in Bloomington by revenue
# Host Listings Gross revenue Per listing Avg. rating
Andy & Marie 3$274,633$91,5444.95/5
Kristin 1$174,708$174,7084.99/5
Vesta Real Estate 18$170,829$9,4914.71/5
4 Ryan 5$159,299$31,8604.91/5
5 Pam 7$110,448$15,7784.96/5
6 Best M&W 2$105,415$52,7084.95/5
7 Josanne 10$98,891$9,8894.60/5
8 Robert 1$96,699$96,6994.87/5
9 Mark And Michelle 4$92,698$23,1754.97/5
10 Amanda 2$88,535$44,2684.98/5

Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Bloomington?

Only 14% of Bloomington listings are classed as professionally managed, though 51% of listings have a co-host. 55% 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 84% of listings.

Superhosts
55.4%
Professional management
14.2%
Cohosted listings
51.4%
Instant Book enabled
38.5%
Simplified Pricing
83.8%

Nearby markets

Bloomington vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets

Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 96 km, Champaign (74 km away) earned the most per listing, about 12% more than Bloomington. None of them fills more nights than Bloomington (50%); the busiest, Normal, reached 47%.

Airbnb markets near Bloomington: distance, revenue, nightly rate and occupancy
Market Listings Avg. annual revenue Avg. nightly rate Occupancy
Normal 4 km 69$21,183$15947%
Peoria Heights 58 km 41$22,100$16146%
Peoria 59 km 207$15,134$11542%
Decatur 71 km 92$18,884$15542%
Champaign 74 km 287$25,702$20841%
Urbana 78 km 160$18,530$23942%
North Utica 95 km 50$24,637$20039%
Springfield 96 km 218$18,400$15943%

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FAQ

Bloomington Airbnb FAQ

How much do Airbnb hosts make in Bloomington?

An active Bloomington Airbnb grossed $22,927 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 148 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $3,710 or more in a typical month.

How much can I make on Airbnb in Bloomington?

It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Bloomington listings earn between $1,160 and $3,710 in a typical month, and the top tenth $5,530 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.

What is the average Airbnb occupancy rate in Bloomington?

Listings in Bloomington were booked on 50% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 45% for the Illinois average. September is usually the busiest month.

How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Bloomington?

The average booked night in Bloomington cost $169 before fees. Half of listings charge between $86 and $190, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.

Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Bloomington?

None of the active Bloomington 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 Bloomington?

Yes, when it's run well. The average Bloomington Airbnb grossed $22,927 in the 12 months to September 2026, 32% below the Illinois average of $33,660. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, $15,197 a year (about $1,270 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 $2,220 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.

When is Airbnb peak season in Bloomington?

July usually pays best, averaging $3,450 per active listing over the past two years, and February usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.

What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Bloomington?

Each night a Bloomington listing was open to book earned $85 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 $144 or more.

How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Bloomington?

Bloomington stays were booked 40 days (about six 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 Bloomington?

The average Bloomington Airbnb stay lasts about seven nights. A listing took 22 reservations over the year on average.

How are Airbnbs in Bloomington rated?

Guests rate Bloomington Airbnbs 4.84 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and location lowest.

What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Bloomington?

Downtown Bloomington, West Bloomington and East Bloomington draw the most short-term rental interest in Bloomington. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.

How many Airbnbs are there in Bloomington?

AirROI counted 148 active Airbnb listings in Bloomington as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Normal, 4 km away.

How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Bloomington?

In Bloomington, 84% of listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is $120; a handful of extreme values pull the simple average far above that, so the median is the better guide.

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About This Data

Figures on this page cover 148 active Airbnb listings in Bloomington from October 2025 to September 2026 (trailing twelve months). AirROI refreshes them monthly from listing-level booking and calendar data covering 20+ million properties worldwide. Money figures are in U.S. dollars. Annual revenue averages every listing active during the period, including those listed for only part of it; monthly figures average the listings active in each month; the tier lists show the spread. Neighborhood descriptions are AI-assisted. See the methodology for definitions.

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