Family Home Near Mammoth Cave | 2 Baths & Fire Pit Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.94 - Revenue
- $50,331
- Occupancy
- 75.1%
- Daily rate
- $174
Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Cave City, KY Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Cave City brought in $19,463 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 30% less than the Kentucky average of $27,730.
The short answer
Cave City Airbnb Market at a Glance
Cave City is priced below the Kentucky average. Listings averaged $145 a night, about 42% less than that average of $250, and were booked on 41% of available nights, close to its 39% occupancy.
Timing matters: in June, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 2.3 times as much as in February, usually the slowest. With only 46 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 46 active listings, Cave City is the 53rd-largest of 112 Kentucky markets AirROI tracks.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Cave City?
Gross bookings per Cave City listing averaged $19,463 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 Cave City listing brings in $2,780 in June, its best month, and $1,190 in February, its slowest. Both ends are close calls: June leads July by 3%, and February sits just 4% below January, so either pair can swap places in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 34% 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 3.4 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $3,800+ a month, about twice the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $3,000 or more, roughly $1,200 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $1,850 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $860 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 2.3 times what February does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $1,980 $2,900 $1,010
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.
Cave City 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 and nightly rate; bookings peaked in June 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 | $1,740 | 38.2% | $142 | $58 | 33 days | 2.3 nights |
| Oct 2025 | $2,432 | 51.5% | $144 | $78 | 39 days | 2.5 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $1,594 | 36.5% | $139 | $53 | 42 days | 1.8 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $1,251 | 31.4% | $134 | $40 | 19 days | 2.7 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $1,215 | 33.2% | $130 | $39 | 17 days | 4.8 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $1,368 | 37.9% | $129 | $49 | 22 days | 3.4 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $2,297 | 50.8% | $136 | $74 | 35 days | 2.9 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $1,961 | 44.8% | $138 | $65 | 42 days | 2.3 nights |
| May 2026 | $2,189 | 44.7% | $153 | $71 | 44 days | 2.5 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $2,831 | 55.3% | $156 | $94 | 48 days | 2.8 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $2,902 | 51.1% | $161 | $94 | 50 days | 3.1 nights |
| Aug 2026 | $2,694 | 52.3% | $156 | $87 | 42 days | 4.3 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 Cave City home could earn, enter its address, bedrooms and guests in the Airbnb estimator; it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Cave City Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Cave City Airbnb took in $19,463 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $990 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 $1,620 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $2,550 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $1,200 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $850 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.
Cave City Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | $16,913 | $27,380 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay13% of Cave City bookings | $2,550 | $4,130 |
| Gross bookings | $19,463 | $31,510 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 14%: 15.5% for the 91% of Cave City listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$2,810 | −$4,540 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$2,550 | −$4,130 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$970 | −$1,580 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$390 | −$630 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$580 | −$950 |
| 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 26% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −$7,590 | −$12,120 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $11,873about $990 a month | $19,390about $1,620 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Cave City Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Cave 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 Cave 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.
How Cave City's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Cave City listings are booked on 66% or more of their nights, against 41% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of $130 adds about $1,320 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge $170 a night or more, against a median of $130. 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 $2,780, against $1,190 in February, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Cave City listings average 4.91 stars, and 70% 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 $2,630 a month, against $1,620 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Cave City?
Cave City listings were booked on 41% of the nights they were open over the past year, 2 percentage points above the Kentucky average (39%) and in line with the U.S. average. In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 55% in June and falls to 32% in December.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about four times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 83%+ of open nights, 42 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 66% or more, roughly five nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 41% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 21% or less, under two nights a week.
June is usually the busiest month in Cave City, December the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 45% 57% 28%
The 12-month rate of 41% 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 Cave City?
The average nightly rate in Cave City, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $145 over the past year, about 42% below the Kentucky average of $250 and about 55% below the U.S. average of $320. In a typical year, rates peak in June and July at about $150 and bottom out in January and February at about $125.
The top 10% charge about 1.7 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge $200+ a night, about 1.5 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge $170 or more, about $40 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about $130 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge $115 or less, about 13% below the median.
June rates run 19% above February's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $138 $161 $125
What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Cave City?
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 Cave City it averaged $62 over the past year, from about $40 in a typical January to about $93 in a typical June.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $115+ per open night, about 2.2 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $96 or more, about $45 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $53 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $35 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
June RevPAR is about 2.3 times January's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $65 $94 $36
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Cave City
With only 46 active listings, the monthly pattern in Cave 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 February.
Average revenue by month in Cave City
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average $1,980 $2,780 $1,190
Revenue by month in Cave City in numbers
| Month | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|
| January | $1,230 |
| February | $1,190 |
| March | $2,180 |
| April | $1,890 |
| May | $2,000 |
| June | $2,780 |
| July | $2,700 |
| August | $2,480 |
| September | $1,880 |
| October | $2,410 |
| November | $1,760 |
| December | $1,250 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Cave City?
Guests book Cave City stays 37 days ahead on average (about five weeks). November stays are booked furthest out, about 54 days ahead, and January stays closest to arrival, about 14 days. A typical November booking is made in late September.
November stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 38 days 66 days 11 days
Permits
Airbnb Permits and Registration in Cave City
None of the 46 active listings in Cave 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 Cave City.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Cave City
AirROI's area guide picks eight Cave City neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Cave City Center, Mammoth Cave National Park and Barren River Lake. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Cave City Center | The central hub of Cave City, providing easy access to local attractions, shops, and restaurants. Ideal for travelers seeking convenience and a local experience. | Cave City Convention Center, Pioneer Village, local dining options, Cave Run Lake |
| Mammoth Cave National Park | Close proximity to one of the largest cave systems in the world, attracting nature lovers and adventure seekers. Perfect for outdoor enthusiasts looking for unique experiences. | Mammoth Cave tours, hiking trails, wildlife watching, ranger-led programs |
| Barren River Lake | A beautiful recreational area that draws families and outdoor fans for fishing, boating, and camping. Great for travelers looking for a lakeside getaway. | Barren River Lake State Resort Park, fishing and boating, camping facilities, picnic areas |
| Theme Park Area | Near local theme parks that entertain families and kids, making it a popular choice for guests traveling with children. | Kentucky Action Park, Riverview at Hobson Grove, Kentucky Museum |
| Historic Downtown Cave City | Rich in history and charm, this area offers a glimpse into local culture with its historic buildings and friendly atmosphere. Attracts tourists looking for a quaint experience. | Cave City Historical Museum, local boutiques, coffee shops, antique stores |
| Cave City Wildlife Management Area | Offers serene natural surroundings for those seeking peace and quiet or outdoor activities, like hiking and bird watching. | hiking trails, wildlife observation, nature photography opportunities |
| Cave City Golf Course Area | A nice area for golf lovers, providing access to local golf courses and the chance to enjoy the outdoors. Great for travelers looking for leisure activities. | Cave City Golf Course, local dining, scenic views |
| Local Festivals Area | This area hosts various annual festivals and events, which attract visitors year-round and create a vibrant atmosphere for guests. | Cave City Pumpkin Festival, Kentucky Bluegrass Music Festival, local artisan markets |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Cave City Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
More than nine in ten Airbnbs in Cave City are entire homes (91%), with private rooms at 9%. Houses are the most common property type at 57%, about twice the share of cabins and other outdoor stays (28%).
Nearly all listings rent the whole place
Cave City Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 91%
- Private room 9%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 91.3% | 42 |
| Private room | 8.7% | 4 |
Listings by property type
Cave City Airbnb listings by property type
- House 57%
- Cabin/Outdoor 28%
- Apartment/Condo 9%
- Others 4%
- Hotel/Boutique 2%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 56.5% | 26 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 28.3% | 13 |
| Apartment/Condo | 8.7% | 4 |
| Others | 4.3% | 2 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 2.2% | 1 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Cave City Have?
Two-bedroom homes are the most common size in Cave City (51% of entire homes), followed by one-bedroom homes (32%). Shares are of the 41 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Cave City entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
32%
51%
15%
2%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 31.7% | 13 |
| 2 bedrooms | 51.2% | 21 |
| 3 bedrooms | 14.6% | 6 |
| 4 bedrooms | 2.4% | 1 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Cave City
A typical one-bedroom home in Cave City earned $12,200 over the past year, against $21,600 for a two-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 13 | $12,200 | $12,500 | $136 | 33% |
| 2 bedrooms | 21 | $21,600 | $23,300 | $158 | 47% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Cave City Sleep?
The most common capacity in Cave City is six guests (35% of listings), and 46% of listings sleep six or more.
Cave City listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
24%
22%
9%
35%
4%
7%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 23.9% | 11 |
| 4 guests | 21.7% | 10 |
| 5 guests | 8.7% | 4 |
| 6 guests | 34.8% | 16 |
| 7 guests | 4.3% | 2 |
| 8+ guests | 6.5% | 3 |
How Cave City Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Cave City hosts set up an average of 2.4 beds per listing. Only 35% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 7
- Beds per listing
- 2.4
- Show exact location
- 35%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Cave City Offer?
Free on-site parking is close to standard in Cave City: 96% of listings offer it, and 87% offer self check-in.
Share of Cave City listings with each common amenity
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Cave City?
Cave City draws mostly domestic guests: 98% of those who left reviews live in the United States. No single city dominates: Chicago is the largest source, at about 3% of reviews.
98% of Cave City guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 98%
- International 2%
Where Cave City guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Chicago | 2.6% |
| Cincinnati | 2.1% |
| Indianapolis | 1.9% |
| Louisville | 1.5% |
| Columbus | 1.2% |
Where Cave City guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 98.4% |
| Canada | 0.7% |
| Russia | 0.1% |
| Bahrain | 0.1% |
Languages spoken by Cave City guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 82.4% |
| Spanish | 4.6% |
| French | 3.2% |
| German | 2.6% |
| Chinese | 1.4% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Cave City?
Cave City Airbnbs average 4.91 stars, and 70% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and location is the lowest, at 4.86. Listings here carry long review histories, about 104 reviews each on average.
Check-in scores highest in Cave City; location 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 | 4.93 |
| Cleanliness | 4.91 |
| Communication | 4.94 |
| Location | 4.86 |
| Check-in | 4.95 |
| Value | 4.87 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Cave City: Stays, Rules and Fees
Nearly eight in ten Cave City 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 39% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Cave City listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 37%
- 181-270 days 41%
- 91-180 days 11%
- 31-90 days 11%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 37.0% | 17 |
| 181-270 days | 41.3% | 19 |
| 91-180 days | 10.9% | 5 |
| 31-90 days | 10.9% | 5 |
Days a year Cave City listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 13%
- 181-270 days 11%
- 91-180 days 39%
- 31-90 days 22%
- 1-30 days 15%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 13.0% | 6 |
| 181-270 days | 10.9% | 5 |
| 91-180 days | 39.1% | 18 |
| 31-90 days | 21.7% | 10 |
| 1-30 days | 15.2% | 7 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Cave City?
The average Cave City booking lasts 3.1 nights, longest in January and shortest in November. Listings took about 38 bookings each over the year, some 1,700 in all. About two-thirds 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 Cave City
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 2.6 nights 3.6 nights 2 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Cave City Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
Nearly all listings in Cave City accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Cave City 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 Cave City?
Moderate is the most common cancellation policy in Cave City, used by 43% of listings; it refunds guests in full if they cancel at least five days before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: 54% of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 30% on Firm or stricter ones.
Cancellation policies of Cave City listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Cave City?
More than nine in ten Cave City listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is about $60. Spread over the average stay of 3.1 nights, that adds roughly $19 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 13% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- $60
- Average cleaning fee
- $70
- Listings charging a fee
- 93.5%
- Share of gross revenue
- 13.1%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Cave City
The top-grossing Airbnb in Cave City, a two-bedroom unit, took in $50,300 over the past year, about 2.6 times the city's average of $19,500. Three of the six listings below have two bedrooms or fewer, so size alone doesn't explain the top of this market.
Family Home Near Mammoth Cave | 2 Baths & Fire Pit Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.94 
Spacious 3BR near Mammoth Cave. Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.91 - Revenue
- $46,094
- Occupancy
- 84.9%
- Daily rate
- $140
Peaceful private 3 BR new home near Mammoth Cave Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.89 - Revenue
- $43,650
- Occupancy
- 78.6%
- Daily rate
- $142
The Cave City Dream House Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.98 - Revenue
- $41,625
- Occupancy
- 64.3%
- Daily rate
- $175
1 Mile to Mammoth Cave | Fire Pit & Outdoor Fun Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.95 - Revenue
- $40,721
- Occupancy
- 72.0%
- Daily rate
- $145
Hot Tub near Mammoth Cave NP, King + Twin bunk bed Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.96 - Revenue
- $39,095
- Occupancy
- 50.3%
- Daily rate
- $210
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Cave City?
Only 11% of Cave City listings are classed as professionally managed, though 41% of listings have a co-host. 72% of listings are run by Superhosts, so a strong review record is the norm here rather than an edge. Three-quarters of listings accept Instant Book, so most stays are confirmed without the host's approval. 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.
- Superhosts
- 71.7%
- Professional management
- 10.9%
- Cohosted listings
- 41.3%
- Instant Book enabled
- 73.9%
- Simplified Pricing
- 91.3%
Nearby markets
Cave City vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 61 km, Clarkson (30 km away, 52 listings) earned the most per listing, about 52% more than Cave City.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glasgow 19 km | 51 | $15,454 | $170 | 34% |
| Mammoth Cave 23 km | 57 | $28,859 | $231 | 40% |
| Brownsville 24 km | 30 | $23,097 | $176 | 38% |
| Clarkson 30 km | 52 | $29,660 | $313 | 29% |
| Scottsville 35 km | 61 | $22,818 | $243 | 37% |
| Bowling Green 43 km | 203 | $19,439 | $161 | 39% |
| Leitchfield 45 km | 68 | $20,664 | $215 | 31% |
| Campbellsville 61 km | 71 | $16,026 | $177 | 36% |
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FAQ
Cave City Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Cave City?
An active Cave City Airbnb grossed $19,463 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 46 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $3,000 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Cave City?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Cave City listings earn between $860 and $3,000 in a typical month, and the top tenth $3,800 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb income calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
What is the average Airbnb occupancy rate in Cave City?
Listings in Cave City were booked on 41% 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 Cave City?
The average booked night in Cave City cost $145 before fees. Half of listings charge between $115 and $170, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Cave City?
None of the active Cave 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.
Is Airbnb profitable in Cave City?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Cave City Airbnb grossed $19,463 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, $11,873 a year (about $990 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 $1,620 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Cave City?
June usually pays best, averaging $2,780 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 Cave City?
Each night a Cave City listing was open to book earned $62 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 $115 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Cave City?
Cave City 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 Cave City?
The average Cave City Airbnb stay lasted 3.1 nights over the past year. A listing took 38 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Cave City rated?
Guests rate Cave City Airbnbs 4.91 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and location lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Cave City?
Cave City Center, Mammoth Cave National Park and Barren River Lake draw the most short-term rental interest in Cave City. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Cave City?
AirROI counted 46 active Airbnb listings in Cave City as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Glasgow, 19 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Cave City?
In Cave City, more than nine in ten listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about $60.
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About This Data
Figures on this page cover 46 active Airbnb listings in Cave 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.
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