ETL Beck- Nice 2 BR Loft with view of Iola Square Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.98 - Revenue
- $30,463
- Occupancy
- 47.8%
- Daily rate
- $170
Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
The average Airbnb in Iola brought in $12,754 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 48% less than the Kansas average of $24,601.
The short answer
Rates and bookings both trail the Kansas average. Listings averaged $124 a night and were booked on 35% of available nights, against $205 and 42% for the Kansas average.
November, usually the best month, brings in about 65% more per listing than April, usually the slowest. With only 32 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 32 active listings, Iola is the 20th-largest of 41 Kansas markets AirROI tracks.
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Gross bookings per Iola listing averaged $12,754 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Kansas average: $24,601), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Iola listing brings in $2,110 in November, its best month, and $1,280 in April, its slowest. August runs within 1% of April, so either can be the slowest in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 30% 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 3.5 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.
November earns about 1.6 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.
May 2026 led on revenue. Nightly rates peaked in August 2026 and bookings in November 2025, so the best-paying month is not always the busiest or the priciest. Across the past two years, November is usually the strongest month.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | $1,417 | 40.2% | $119 | $47 | 39 days | 4.4 nights |
| Oct 2025 | $1,622 | 43.4% | $122 | $52 | 60 days | 2.9 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $1,535 | 44.2% | $120 | $51 | 38 days | 5.2 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $1,312 | 35.5% | $117 | $42 | 35 days | 5.3 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $1,192 | 32.3% | $115 | $38 | 21 days | 7.6 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $1,231 | 39.5% | $113 | $44 | 14 days | 4.5 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $1,470 | 43.2% | $116 | $47 | 22 days | 5.7 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $1,052 | 31.2% | $119 | $35 | 40 days | 6.2 nights |
| May 2026 | $1,849 | 42.3% | $130 | $60 | 36 days | 6.5 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $1,506 | 33.2% | $132 | $50 | 27 days | 7 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $1,740 | 38.1% | $133 | $56 | 57 days | 5.8 nights |
| Aug 2026 | $1,370 | 32.9% | $133 | $44 | 23 days | 5.2 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 Iola home could earn, enter its address, bedrooms and guests in the Airbnb calculator; it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Yes, when it's run well. The average Iola Airbnb took in $12,754 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $700 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 $1,300 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $1,050 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $790 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $600 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 | $11,704 | $21,500 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay8% of Iola bookings | $1,050 | $1,930 |
| Gross bookings | $12,754 | $23,430 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 14%: 15.5% for the 91% of Iola listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$1,830 | −$3,360 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$1,050 | −$1,930 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$640 | −$1,170 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$260 | −$470 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$380 | −$700 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −$130 | −$130 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −$60 | −$60 |
| 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 | −$4,350 | −$7,820 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $8,404about $700 a month | $15,610about $1,300 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
The estimate starts from Iola'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 Iola 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 $1,950 a month, against $1,060 for the average one.
Occupancy
Iola listings were booked on 35% of the nights they were open over the past year, 7 percentage points below the Kansas average (42%) and 6 points below the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy swings from 32% in August to 64% in November.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about four times as often as the bottom quarter.
November is usually the busiest month in Iola, August the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
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
The average nightly rate in Iola, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $124 over the past year, about 40% below the Kansas average of $205 and about 61% below the U.S. average of $320. In a typical year, rates peak in June and August at about $125 and bottom out in February and September at about $110.
The top 10% charge about 1.6 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
August rates run 13% above September's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The 12-month ADR of $124 averages each listing's own rate across its whole year; the monthly points average listings month by month, so the two differ.
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 Iola it averaged $45 over the past year, from about $42 in a typical August to about $70 in a typical November.
Per open night, by tier:
November RevPAR is about 1.7 times August's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The 12-month RevPAR of $45 averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Seasonality
With only 32 active listings, the monthly pattern in Iola is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue has tended to peak in November and bottom out in April.
Average revenue by month in Iola
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
| Month | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|
| January | $1,400 |
| February | $1,500 |
| March | $1,710 |
| April | $1,280 |
| May | $1,740 |
| June | $1,380 |
| July | $1,500 |
| August | $1,290 |
| September | $1,810 |
| October | $1,810 |
| November | $2,110 |
| December | $1,670 |
Guests book Iola stays 32 days ahead on average (about five weeks). November stays are booked furthest out, about 56 days ahead, and February stays closest to arrival, about 18 days. A typical November booking is made in mid-September.
November stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Permits
None of the 32 active listings in Iola 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 Iola.
Neighborhoods
AirROI's area guide picks eight Iola neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Downtown Iola, Iola Parks and Old Town Iola. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown Iola | The heart of the city, known for its local shops, restaurants, and community events. This area attracts travelers looking for a genuine small-town experience with easy access to amenities. | Iola Historical Society, Civic Center, local farmers market, downtown dining options, community parks |
| Iola Parks | A family-friendly area with numerous parks and recreational facilities. Ideal for visitors looking to relax, enjoy nature, and engage in outdoor activities with their families. | Iola City Park, Cullen Park, The Bowlus Fine Arts Center, Iola Recreation, local sports events |
| Old Town Iola | A charming neighborhood with historic buildings, quaint shops, and a strong sense of community. Perfect for travelers who appreciate history and local culture. | Historic downtown architecture, local boutiques, art galleries, cafes and coffee shops |
| Iola Community | A welcoming neighborhood known for its friendly residents and community spirit. Great for guests who want to feel a part of the community during their stay. | local events and gatherings, Iola's annual festivals, community centers, art events |
| Coffey County Lake | A scenic area for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts, offering fishing, hiking, and camping opportunities. Attracts those who enjoy a getaway in a natural setting. | Coffey County Lake, hiking trails, fishing spots, camping sites |
| LaHarpe | A small nearby town with a peaceful atmosphere and rural charm, ideal for guests looking to escape the city hustle and enjoy a quiet retreat. | LaHarpe City Park, local historical sites, antique shops |
| Burlington | Another nearby town, offering small-town charm and various local attractions. Suitable for visitors exploring the wider area around Iola. | Burlington Historical Society, local parks, dining options, community events |
| Gas City | An even smaller community close to Iola, known for its rural landscape and agricultural surroundings. Ideal for guests looking for tranquility and a rural experience. | agricultural tours, local farms, scenic drives, nature walks |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Every Airbnb in Iola is an entire home: all 32 listings rent the whole place. Houses are the most common property type at 50%, ahead of apartments and condos (44%).
Every listing rents the whole place
Iola Airbnb listings by room type
Listings by property type
Iola Airbnb listings by property type
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 50.0% | 16 |
| Apartment/Condo | 43.8% | 14 |
| Unique stay | 3.1% | 1 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 3.1% | 1 |
One-bedroom homes are the most common size in Iola (41% of entire homes), followed by two-bedroom homes (38%).
Iola entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 40.6% | 13 |
| 2 bedrooms | 37.5% | 12 |
| 3 bedrooms | 18.8% | 6 |
| 4 bedrooms | 3.1% | 1 |
A typical one-bedroom home in Iola earned $7,220 over the past year, against $12,100 for a two-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 13 | $7,220 | $7,100 | $102 | 25% |
| 2 bedrooms | 12 | $12,100 | $15,800 | $129 | 40% |
The most common capacity in Iola is four guests (25% of listings), and 31% of listings sleep six or more.
Iola listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 21.9% | 7 |
| 3 guests | 6.3% | 2 |
| 4 guests | 25.0% | 8 |
| 5 guests | 15.6% | 5 |
| 6 guests | 18.8% | 6 |
| 7 guests | 6.3% | 2 |
| 8+ guests | 6.3% | 2 |
Iola hosts set up an average of 2.3 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.
Free on-site parking is close to standard in Iola: 94% of listings offer it, and 56% have a dedicated workspace.
Share of Iola listings with each common amenity
Guests
Iola draws mostly domestic guests: 98% of those who left reviews live in the United States. No single city dominates: Wichita is the largest source, at about 4% of reviews.
98% of Iola guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
Where Iola guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Wichita | 4.2% |
| Topeka | 3.8% |
| Kansas City | 3.4% |
| Harrisonville | 2.9% |
| Overland Park | 2.5% |
Where Iola guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 97.9% |
| United Kingdom | 0.8% |
| Chile | 0.4% |
| India | 0.4% |
| New Zealand | 0.4% |
Languages spoken by Iola guests
Share of guests who left reviews
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 87.8% |
| Spanish | 4.1% |
| French | 3.1% |
| Haitian | 3.1% |
| Italian | 1.0% |
Iola Airbnbs average 4.91 stars, and 81% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and value for money is the lowest, at 4.89.
Communication scores highest in Iola; value is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.93 |
| Cleanliness | 4.92 |
| Communication | 4.97 |
| Location | 4.91 |
| Check-in | 4.93 |
| Value | 4.89 |
Booking patterns
Nearly nine in ten Iola listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 13% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 91 to 180 days a year, covering 44% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Iola listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 46.9% | 15 |
| 181-270 days | 40.6% | 13 |
| 91-180 days | 12.5% | 4 |
Days a year Iola listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 181-270 days | 12.5% | 4 |
| 91-180 days | 43.8% | 14 |
| 31-90 days | 34.4% | 11 |
| 1-30 days | 9.4% | 3 |
The average Iola booking lasts 6.5 nights, longest in January and shortest in October. Listings took about 20 bookings each over the year. Nearly nine in ten 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 Iola
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Two-year average by calendar month.
About nine in ten listings in Iola accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Iola listings
Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more
Moderate is the most common cancellation policy in Iola, used by 53% of listings; it refunds guests in full if they cancel at least five days before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: 84% of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 13% on Firm or stricter ones.
Cancellation policies of Iola listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
All Iola listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is about $52. Spread over the average stay of 6.5 nights, that adds roughly $8 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 8% of gross revenue.
Top earners
The top-grossing Airbnb in Iola, a two-bedroom unit, took in $30,500 over the past year, about 2.4 times the city's average of $12,800. Three of the six listings below have two bedrooms or fewer, so size alone doesn't explain the top of this market.
ETL Beck- Nice 2 BR Loft with view of Iola Square Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.98
Cozy 3 bedroom 1 bath Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.59
Be The Light Cabin Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.98
Rose Ranch - Charming Country Home Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.92
Prairie Barn Cabin - Iola, KS Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.97
Newly Renovated Bungalow with Cozy Gas Fireplace Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.88 Fewer than 1% of Iola listings are classed as professionally managed, though 34% of listings have a co-host. 88% 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 91% of listings.
Nearby markets
Of the two nearby markets in the table, all within 88 km, Pittsburg (84 km away, 39 listings) earned the most per listing, about 65% more than Iola.
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Markets elsewhere in the United States with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Iola:
FAQ
An active Iola Airbnb grossed $12,754 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 32 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $2,140 or more in a typical month.
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Iola listings earn between $601 and $2,140 in a typical month, and the top tenth $2,940 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 Iola were booked on 35% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 42% for the Kansas average. November is usually the busiest month.
The average booked night in Iola cost $124 before fees. Half of listings charge between $105 and $135, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
None of the active Iola 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 Iola Airbnb grossed $12,754 in the 12 months to September 2026, 48% below the Kansas average of $24,601. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, $8,404 a year (about $700 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 $1,300 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
November usually pays best, averaging $2,110 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 Iola listing was open to book earned $45 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 $74 or more.
Iola stays were booked 32 days (about five weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so most of a month is booked well before it starts.
The average Iola Airbnb stay lasted 6.5 nights over the past year. A listing took 20 reservations over the year on average.
Guests rate Iola Airbnbs 4.91 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.
Downtown Iola, Iola Parks and Old Town Iola draw the most short-term rental interest in Iola. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
AirROI counted 32 active Airbnb listings in Iola as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Pittsburg, 84 km away.
In Iola, all listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about $52.
Method
Figures on this page cover 32 active Airbnb listings in Iola 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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