Industrial Modern House for Sleep + Play Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.99 - Revenue
- $123,871
- Occupancy
- 61.9%
- Daily rate
- $557
Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Bowling Green, KY Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Bowling Green brought in $19,439 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 30% less than the Kentucky average of $27,730.
The short answer
Bowling Green Airbnb Market at a Glance
Bowling Green is priced below the Kentucky average. Listings averaged $161 a night, about 36% less than that average of $250, and were booked on 39% of available nights, close to its 39% occupancy.
Timing matters: in June, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 2.1 times as much as in February, usually the slowest.
With 203 active listings, Bowling Green is the eighth-largest of 112 Kentucky markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 4% while the number of active listings grew 34%.
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Revenue
How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Bowling Green?
Gross bookings per Bowling Green listing averaged $19,439 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Kentucky average: $27,730), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Bowling Green listing brings in $2,800 in June, its best month, and $1,320 in February, its slowest. Both ends are close calls: June leads July by 1%, and February sits just 1% below January, so either pair can swap places 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 3.3 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $4,360+ a month, about 2.6 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $2,830 or more, roughly $1,200 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $1,650 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $849 or less, about half of the median.
These are monthly figures for listings active in each month. The annual average above also counts listings that operated for only part of the year, so it runs below twelve times these figures.
June earns about 2.1 times what February does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $2,070 $3,000 $1,180
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.
Bowling Green 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.
June 2026 led on revenue and bookings; nightly rates peaked in September 2025.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | $2,492 | 45.6% | $170 | $83 | 71 days | 4.4 nights |
| Oct 2025 | $2,071 | 39.6% | $163 | $67 | 39 days | 4.3 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $2,022 | 38.6% | $158 | $67 | 30 days | 6.5 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $2,035 | 37.4% | $157 | $66 | 27 days | 5.1 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $1,316 | 27.3% | $153 | $42 | 16 days | 4.8 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $1,462 | 33.1% | $154 | $52 | 15 days | 5 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $1,979 | 38.2% | $154 | $64 | 24 days | 5 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $1,907 | 38.4% | $153 | $64 | 36 days | 5.5 nights |
| May 2026 | $2,269 | 40.8% | $166 | $73 | 53 days | 5.1 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $3,001 | 51.9% | $170 | $100 | 42 days | 6.2 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $2,921 | 46.3% | $169 | $94 | 36 days | 7 nights |
| Aug 2026 | $2,532 | 43.0% | $166 | $82 | 53 days | 4.6 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 Bowling Green home could earn, enter its address, bedrooms and guests in the Airbnb income calculator; it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Bowling Green Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Bowling Green Airbnb took in $19,439 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 $1,740 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $2,540 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $1,220 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.
Bowling Green Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | $16,899 | $28,960 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay13% of Bowling Green bookings | $2,540 | $4,350 |
| Gross bookings | $19,439 | $33,310 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 83% of Bowling Green listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$2,590 | −$4,450 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$2,540 | −$4,350 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$970 | −$1,670 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$390 | −$670 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$580 | −$1,000 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −$190 | −$190 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −$100 | −$100 |
| 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 | −$7,360 | −$12,430 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $12,079about $1,010 a month | $20,880about $1,740 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Bowling Green Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Bowling Green'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 Bowling Green 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 Bowling Green's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Bowling Green listings are booked on 57% or more of their nights, against 38% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of $135 adds about $1,370 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge $205 a night or more, against a median of $135. 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 $1,690 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, June brings the average listing about $2,800, against $1,320 in February, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Bowling Green listings average 4.86 stars, and 62% 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 $2,780 a month, against $1,620 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Bowling Green?
Bowling Green listings were booked on 39% of the nights they were open over the past year, in line with the Kentucky average and 2 percentage points below the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 52% in June and falls to 32% in January.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 3.5 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 72%+ of open nights, 34 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 57% or more, roughly four nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 38% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 21% or less, under two nights a week.
June is usually the busiest month in Bowling Green, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 42% 52% 27%
The 12-month rate of 39% 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 Bowling Green?
The average nightly rate in Bowling Green, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $161 over the past year, about 36% below the Kentucky average of $250 and about 50% below the U.S. average of $320. In a typical year, rates peak in June and July at about $165 and bottom out in February and November at about $145.
The top 10% charge about three times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge $265+ a night, about twice the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge $205 or more, about $70 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about $135 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge $90 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
June rates run 17% above November's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $152 $170 $127
The 12-month ADR of $161 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 Bowling Green?
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 Bowling Green it averaged $69 over the past year, from about $43 in a typical January to about $93 in a typical June.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $131+ per open night, about 2.3 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $86 or more, about $30 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $58 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $33 or less, about 57% of the median.
June RevPAR is about 2.2 times January's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $68 $100 $42
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Bowling Green
Bowling Green has one high season, June through September, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest in January and February and slows again in April. A listing earns about 74% more a month in June through August than in December through February.
Average revenue by month in Bowling Green
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average $2,070 $2,800 $1,320
Revenue by month in Bowling Green in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | $1,320 |
| February | Low season | $1,320 |
| March | Shoulder season | $1,930 |
| April | Low season | $1,800 |
| May | Shoulder season | $2,170 |
| June | High season | $2,800 |
| July | High season | $2,770 |
| August | High season | $2,520 |
| September | High season | $2,270 |
| October | Shoulder season | $2,040 |
| November | Shoulder season | $1,930 |
| December | Shoulder season | $2,010 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonJune–September | $2,590 | 48% | $162 |
| Shoulder seasonMarch, May, October–December | $2,010 | 42% | $149 |
| Low seasonJanuary–February, April | $1,480 | 35% | $146 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Bowling Green?
Guests book Bowling Green stays 37 days ahead on average (about five weeks). September stays are booked furthest out, about 67 days ahead, and January stays closest to arrival, about 15 days. A typical September booking is made in early July.
September stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 36 days 71 days 15 days
Permits
Airbnb Permits and Registration in Bowling Green
None of the 203 active listings in Bowling Green 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 Bowling Green.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Bowling Green
AirROI's area guide picks eight Bowling Green neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Downtown Bowling Green, Western Kentucky University Area and Lost River Cave. 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 Bowling Green | The heart of the city with a vibrant atmosphere and easy access to dining, shopping, and entertainment. Ideal for travelers looking for convenience and local culture. | Bowling Green Ballpark, National Corvette Museum, Historic RailPark and Train Station, Fountain Square Park, Barren River Imaginative Museum of Science |
| Western Kentucky University Area | Close proximity to the university makes it popular among students, parents, and faculty visiting for events. Offers a lively college-town vibe with various amenities. | Western Kentucky University, The Downing Museum, The Historic Mansard House, Cave City, Beckham Woods Park |
| Lost River Cave | A natural attraction that draws visitors for cave tours and outdoor experiences. Great for nature lovers and those seeking unique experiences. | Lost River Cave, Barren River, Walking trails, Cave tours, Nature exhibits |
| Parks Area | A family-friendly neighborhood known for its parks and recreational activities. Attracts families and those looking for outdoor experiences. | Borealis Park, Mammoth Cave National Park, Parks Golf Course, Charles W. Anderson Field, Bowling Green Cycle |
| Scottsville Road | A bustling road with various shopping centers and restaurants. Good for tourists seeking convenience and a range of options for dining and entertainment. | Shopping centers, Restaurants, Bowling Green Hot Rods, Cinemas, Nearby hotels |
| South Bowling Green | Residential area with easy access to key attractions and a quieter setting. Attracts families and longer-term stays. | Local parks, Shopping areas, Restaurants, Cafes, Bowling Green Community Center |
| North Bowling Green | A growing area with new developments and community features. Popular with visitors exploring Bowling Green's expanding amenities. | Parks, New shopping outlets, Community events, Recreational facilities, Nearby attractions |
| East Side Bowling Green | Features a mix of residential and commercial spaces. Convenient for visitors looking to explore both the urban and suburban aspects of Bowling Green. | Local dining options, Shopping centers, Schools, Community parks, Bowling Green Historical Museum |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Bowling Green Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
More than nine in ten Airbnbs in Bowling Green are entire homes (93%), with private rooms at 7%. Houses are the most common property type at 55%, about 1.5 times the share of apartments and condos (36%).
Nearly all listings rent the whole place
Bowling Green Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 93%
- Private room 7%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 92.6% | 188 |
| Private room | 7.4% | 15 |
Listings by property type
Bowling Green Airbnb listings by property type
- House 55%
- Apartment/Condo 36%
- Cabin/Outdoor 5%
- Hotel/Boutique 2%
- Others <1%
- Unique stay <1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 54.7% | 111 |
| Apartment/Condo | 36.5% | 74 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 4.9% | 10 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 2.5% | 5 |
| Others | 1.0% | 2 |
| Unique stay | 0.5% | 1 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Bowling Green Have?
One-bedroom homes are the most common size in Bowling Green (32% of entire homes), and 41% have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 185 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Bowling Green entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
1%
32%
26%
27%
11%
3%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 0.5% | 1 |
| 1 bedroom | 32.4% | 60 |
| 2 bedrooms | 25.9% | 48 |
| 3 bedrooms | 27.0% | 50 |
| 4 bedrooms | 11.4% | 21 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 2.7% | 5 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Bowling Green
A typical one-bedroom home in Bowling Green earned $10,300 over the past year, against $32,100 for a four-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 60 | $10,300 | $11,400 | $103 | 38% |
| 2 bedrooms | 48 | $17,800 | $18,800 | $149 | 41% |
| 3 bedrooms | 50 | $17,300 | $24,900 | $200 | 41% |
| 4 bedrooms | 21 | $32,100 | $29,500 | $240 | 41% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Bowling Green Sleep?
The most common capacity in Bowling Green is six guests (23% of listings), and 48% of listings sleep six or more. Shares are of the 192 listings with a guest capacity on file (95% of the market).
Bowling Green listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
18%
11%
18%
5%
23%
6%
18%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 17.7% | 34 |
| 3 guests | 11.5% | 22 |
| 4 guests | 18.2% | 35 |
| 5 guests | 4.7% | 9 |
| 6 guests | 23.4% | 45 |
| 7 guests | 6.3% | 12 |
| 8+ guests | 18.2% | 35 |
How Bowling Green Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Bowling Green hosts set up an average of 2.7 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. About a third of listings (34%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 11
- Beds per listing
- 2.7
- Show exact location
- 34%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Bowling Green Offer?
Self check-in is close to standard in Bowling Green: 77% of listings offer it, and 47% have a pet-friendly policy.
Share of Bowling Green listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Bowling Green
Listings in Bowling Green with self check-in earned about twice as much a year, on average, as those without: $21,800 against $11,400. The gap is smaller for outdoor furniture (about 85% more) and a patio or balcony (about 80% more). Bigger, professionally run homes tend to carry more amenities, so these gaps reflect the kind of listing as much as the feature itself.
Revenue gap for Bowling Green listings with each amenity
How much more listings with the amenity earned in a year than those without, and the share of listings that have it
Revenue by amenity in numbers
| Amenity | Listings with it | Avg. revenue with | Avg. revenue without | Revenue gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Self check-in | 77% | $21,800 | $11,400 | +91% |
| Outdoor furniture | 34% | $27,700 | $15,200 | +83% |
| Patio or balcony | 45% | $25,700 | $14,300 | +80% |
| Hot tub | 6% | $29,900 | $18,800 | +59% |
| Fire pit | 31% | $25,800 | $16,700 | +55% |
| Smart lock | 22% | $26,800 | $17,400 | +54% |
| Outdoor dining area | 34% | $24,500 | $16,800 | +46% |
| Backyard | 46% | $23,100 | $16,300 | +41% |
| Sound system | 7% | $26,300 | $18,900 | +39% |
| Pets allowed | 47% | $21,600 | $17,500 | +24% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Bowling Green?
Bowling Green draws mostly domestic guests: 98% of those who left reviews live in the United States. No single city dominates: Louisville is the largest source outside Bowling Green, at about 4% of reviews. English is spoken by 81% of guests, and Spanish by 10%.
98% of Bowling Green guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 98%
- International 2%
Where Bowling Green guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Louisville | 3.7% |
| Nashville | 2.9% |
| Bowling Green | 2.4% |
| Lexington | 1.6% |
| Cincinnati | 1.4% |
Where Bowling Green guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 98.3% |
| Canada | 0.4% |
| Australia | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | 0.2% |
| Mexico | 0.2% |
Languages spoken by Bowling Green guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 81.0% |
| Spanish | 10.3% |
| French | 1.6% |
| German | 1.3% |
| Afrikaans | 0.7% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Bowling Green?
Bowling Green Airbnbs average 4.86 stars, and 62% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and value for money is the lowest, at 4.82. Listings here carry long review histories, about 95 reviews each on average.
Communication and check-in score highest in Bowling Green; value is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
Category scores in numbers
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.89 |
| Cleanliness | 4.86 |
| Communication | 4.93 |
| Location | 4.87 |
| Check-in | 4.93 |
| Value | 4.82 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Bowling Green: Stays, Rules and Fees
More than eight in ten Bowling Green listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 18% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 91 to 180 days a year, covering 41% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Bowling Green listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 41%
- 181-270 days 41%
- 91-180 days 17%
- 31-90 days <1%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 41.4% | 84 |
| 181-270 days | 41.4% | 84 |
| 91-180 days | 16.7% | 34 |
| 31-90 days | 0.5% | 1 |
Days a year Bowling Green listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days <1%
- 181-270 days 17%
- 91-180 days 41%
- 31-90 days 32%
- 1-30 days 9%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 0.5% | 1 |
| 181-270 days | 17.2% | 35 |
| 91-180 days | 41.4% | 84 |
| 31-90 days | 31.5% | 64 |
| 1-30 days | 9.4% | 19 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Bowling Green?
The average Bowling Green booking lasts 6.1 nights, longest in July and shortest in September. Listings took about 23 bookings each over the year, some 4,670 in all. Check-in is split almost evenly between 3 p.m. and 4 p.m., with check-out usually at 10 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Bowling Green
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 5.2 nights 6.6 nights 3.5 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Bowling Green Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
About six in ten listings in Bowling Green accept stays of one or two nights. A smaller group, 9%, takes only stays of 30 nights or more.
Minimum stay set by Bowling Green listings
Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more
What Cancellation Policies Do Airbnb Hosts Use in Bowling Green?
Moderate and Firm are the most common cancellation policies in Bowling Green, each used by 30% of listings. More than half of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms and 43% use Firm or stricter ones, so neither camp dominates.
Cancellation policies of Bowling Green listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Bowling Green?
More than nine in ten Bowling Green listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is $99, but a minority of much higher fees lifts the average to $232, so the median is the better guide. Spread over the average stay of 6.1 nights, that adds roughly $16 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 13% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- $99
- Average cleaning fee
- $232
- Listings charging a fee
- 93.1%
- Share of gross revenue
- 13.1%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Bowling Green
The top-grossing Airbnb in Bowling Green, a five-bedroom home, took in $124,000 over the past year, about 6.4 times the city's average of $19,400. Three of the six listings below have five or more bedrooms; the other three have three bedrooms.
Industrial Modern House for Sleep + Play Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.99 
Jenny’s Southland Homestead, LLC Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.86 - Revenue
- $87,720
- Occupancy
- 54.1%
- Daily rate
- $435
“Feels Like Home” #Garage #BeechBend #Family #WKU Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- $81,827
- Occupancy
- 53.4%
- Daily rate
- $339
Conveniently Located House On The River Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- $79,402
- Occupancy
- 71.6%
- Daily rate
- $399
6 bedroom 5 bath Dream Escape Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.53 - Revenue
- $72,621
- Occupancy
- 41.4%
- Daily rate
- $688
My Kentucky Home Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- $63,394
- Occupancy
- 45.9%
- Daily rate
- $412
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Bowling Green?
Jamie Hosts is the top-grossing host in Bowling Green, with $402,000 in bookings across 29 listings over the past year. The market is concentrated: the ten top-grossing hosts run 48% of its 203 listings. Per listing, a smaller operator earns more: Lindsey grossed $55,800 per listing, about four times Jamie Hosts' $13,900.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jamie Hosts | 29 | $402,481 | $13,879 | 4.90/5 | |
| Wayne | 9 | $261,346 | $29,038 | 4.83/5 | |
| Lindsey | 4 | $223,326 | $55,832 | 4.99/5 | |
| 4 | Heritage Hosting Co. | 9 | $199,717 | $22,191 | 4.90/5 |
| 5 | Evolve | 7 | $197,689 | $28,241 | 4.76/5 |
| 6 | Sam | 18 | $159,395 | $8,855 | 4.71/5 |
| 7 | Robert | 5 | $139,908 | $27,982 | 4.92/5 |
| 8 | Crista | 2 | $119,790 | $59,895 | 5.00/5 |
| 9 | Romay | 9 | $112,261 | $12,473 | 4.90/5 |
| 10 | Haley | 6 | $111,297 | $18,550 | 4.70/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Bowling Green?
Only 10% of Bowling Green listings are classed as professionally managed, though 42% of listings have a co-host. 64% 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 83% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 64.0%
- Professional management
- 10.3%
- Cohosted listings
- 42.4%
- Instant Book enabled
- 41.4%
- Simplified Pricing
- 82.8%
Nearby markets
Bowling Green vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 56 km, Clarkson (50 km away, 52 listings) earned the most per listing, about 53% more than Bowling Green.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brownsville 27 km | 30 | $23,097 | $176 | 38% |
| Scottsville 31 km | 61 | $22,818 | $243 | 37% |
| Mammoth Cave 40 km | 57 | $28,859 | $231 | 40% |
| Glasgow 42 km | 51 | $15,454 | $170 | 34% |
| Cave City 43 km | 46 | $19,463 | $145 | 41% |
| Clarkson 50 km | 52 | $29,660 | $313 | 29% |
| Lewisburg 52 km | 41 | $28,067 | $211 | 41% |
| Leitchfield 56 km | 68 | $20,664 | $215 | 31% |
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Markets Similar to Bowling Green
Markets elsewhere in the United States with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Bowling Green:
- Pasadena Airbnb data TX · $162/night · 39.0%
- Aguadilla Airbnb data PR · $163/night · 39.0%
- Wilmington Airbnb data DE · $158/night · 39.5%
- Arcadia Airbnb data CA · $164/night · 39.7%
- Hutto Airbnb data TX · $163/night · 38.3%
- Huntsville Airbnb data AL · $155/night · 39.0%
FAQ
Bowling Green Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Bowling Green?
An active Bowling Green Airbnb grossed $19,439 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 203 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $2,830 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Bowling Green?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Bowling Green listings earn between $849 and $2,830 in a typical month, and the top tenth $4,360 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 Bowling Green?
Listings in Bowling Green were booked on 39% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 39% for the Kentucky average. June is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Bowling Green?
The average booked night in Bowling Green cost $161 before fees. Half of listings charge between $90 and $205, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Bowling Green?
None of the active Bowling Green 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 Bowling Green?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Bowling Green Airbnb grossed $19,439 in the 12 months to September 2026, 30% below the Kentucky average of $27,730. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, $12,079 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 $1,740 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Bowling Green?
June usually pays best, averaging $2,800 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 Bowling Green?
Each night a Bowling Green listing was open to book earned $69 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 $131 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Bowling Green?
Bowling Green stays were booked 37 days (about five 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 Bowling Green?
The average Bowling Green Airbnb stay lasted 6.1 nights over the past year. A listing took 23 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Bowling Green rated?
Guests rate Bowling Green Airbnbs 4.86 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Bowling Green?
Downtown Bowling Green, Western Kentucky University Area and Lost River Cave draw the most short-term rental interest in Bowling Green. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Bowling Green?
AirROI counted 203 active Airbnb listings in Bowling Green as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Brownsville, 27 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Bowling Green?
In Bowling Green, more than nine in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is $99, but a minority of much higher fees lifts the average to $232, so the median is the better guide.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 203 active Airbnb listings in Bowling Green 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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