Blue Moon Cottage: Music Room, Inground Pool Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.99 - Revenue
- $77,960
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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Owensboro, KY Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Owensboro brought in $22,657 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 18% less than the Kentucky average of $27,730.
The short answer
Owensboro Airbnb Market at a Glance
Owensboro is cheaper but busier than the Kentucky average. Listings averaged $170 a night and were booked on 46% of available nights, against $250 and 39% for the Kentucky average.
Timing matters: in July, usually the best month, the average listing earns about twice as much as in February, usually the slowest.
With 126 active listings, Owensboro is the 15th-largest of 112 Kentucky markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, the number of active listings grew 35%.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Owensboro?
Gross bookings per Owensboro listing averaged $22,657 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 Owensboro listing brings in $3,550 in July, its best month, and $1,750 in February, its slowest. Both ends are close calls: July leads June by 2%, and February sits just 1% 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 2.6 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $4,970+ a month, about 2.2 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $3,420 or more, roughly $1,200 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $2,240 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $1,300 or less, about 58% 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 twice what February does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $2,530 $3,720 $1,660
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.
Owensboro 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.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | $2,412 | 50.0% | $157 | $80 | 42 days | 4 nights |
| Oct 2025 | $2,443 | 50.0% | $158 | $79 | 36 days | 5 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $2,431 | 50.8% | $156 | $81 | 38 days | 5.1 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $2,268 | 44.3% | $156 | $73 | 31 days | 5.5 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $1,864 | 35.0% | $157 | $60 | 19 days | 6.4 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $1,840 | 40.6% | $157 | $66 | 24 days | 5.6 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $2,103 | 40.0% | $157 | $68 | 28 days | 5.2 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $2,263 | 42.7% | $158 | $75 | 26 days | 7.3 nights |
| May 2026 | $3,164 | 53.5% | $172 | $102 | 33 days | 5.3 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $3,444 | 58.1% | $177 | $115 | 56 days | 4.5 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $3,718 | 57.1% | $177 | $120 | 46 days | 5.2 nights |
| Aug 2026 | $2,906 | 49.2% | $175 | $94 | 27 days | 6.3 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 Owensboro home could earn, enter its address, bedrooms and guests in the short-term rental calculator; it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Owensboro Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Owensboro Airbnb took in $22,657 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $1,170 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 $1,810 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $2,830 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $1,410 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $1,010 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.
Owensboro Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | $19,827 | $30,350 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay12% of Owensboro bookings | $2,830 | $4,330 |
| Gross bookings | $22,657 | $34,680 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 14%: 15.5% for the 87% of Owensboro listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$3,150 | −$4,820 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$2,830 | −$4,330 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$1,130 | −$1,730 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$450 | −$690 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$680 | −$1,040 |
| 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 | −$8,580 | −$12,950 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $14,077about $1,170 a month | $21,730about $1,810 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Owensboro Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Owensboro'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 Owensboro 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 Owensboro's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Owensboro listings are booked on 68% or more of their nights, against 46% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of $145 adds about $1,470 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge $195 a night or more, against a median of $145. 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 $1,980 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, July brings the average listing about $3,550, against $1,750 in February, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Owensboro listings average 4.86 stars, and 56% 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 $2,890 a month, against $1,890 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Owensboro?
Owensboro listings were booked on 46% of the nights they were open over the past year, 7 percentage points above the Kentucky average (39%) and 5 points above the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy swings from 37% in January to 62% in June.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about three times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 83%+ of open nights, 37 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 68% or more, roughly five nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 46% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 27% or less, roughly two nights a week.
June is usually the busiest month in Owensboro, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 51% 67% 35%
The 12-month rate of 46% 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 Owensboro?
The average nightly rate in Owensboro, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $170 over the past year, about 32% below the Kentucky average of $250 and about 47% below the U.S. average of $320. Averaged month by month over the past two years, rates peak in June and July at about $170 and bottom out in September and November at about $135.
The top 10% charge about 2.2 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge $250+ a night, about 1.7 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge $195 or more, about $50 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about $145 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge $115 or less, about three-quarters of the median.
June rates run 24% above November's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $151 $177 $116
The 12-month ADR of $170 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 Owensboro?
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 Owensboro it averaged $81 over the past year, from about $57 in a typical January to about $116 in a typical June.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $134+ per open night, about 1.8 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $98 or more, about $25 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $75 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $53 or less, about three-quarters of the median.
June RevPAR is about twice January's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $83 $120 $54
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Owensboro
Owensboro has one high season, May through August, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest from September to March. A listing earns about 73% more a month in June through August than in December through February.
Average revenue by month in Owensboro
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average $2,530 $3,550 $1,750
Revenue by month in Owensboro in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | $1,770 |
| February | Low season | $1,750 |
| March | Low season | $2,230 |
| April | Shoulder season | $2,630 |
| May | High season | $3,160 |
| June | High season | $3,480 |
| July | High season | $3,550 |
| August | High season | $2,820 |
| September | Low season | $2,250 |
| October | Low season | $2,260 |
| November | Low season | $2,250 |
| December | Low season | $2,180 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonMay–August | $3,250 | 58% | $166 |
| Shoulder seasonApril | $2,630 | 55% | $151 |
| Low seasonSeptember–March | $2,100 | 47% | $143 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Owensboro?
Guests book Owensboro stays 36 days ahead on average (about five weeks). June stays are booked furthest out, about 53 days ahead, and January stays closest to arrival, about 19 days. A typical June booking is made in late April.
June stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 33 days 56 days 17 days
The 12-month figure of 36 days averages each listing's year as a whole; each month here averages only the listings with stays in it.
Permits
Airbnb Permits and Registration in Owensboro
None of the 126 active listings in Owensboro 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 Owensboro.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Owensboro
AirROI's area guide picks eight Owensboro neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Downtown Owensboro, East Owensboro and West Owensboro. 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 Owensboro | The vibrant heart of the city with restaurants, bars, and entertainment venues. Ideal for visitors looking to stay close to local attractions and events. | Owensboro Museum of Fine Art, Smothers Park, Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame, Owensboro Convention Center, Riverfront Plaza |
| East Owensboro | A suburban area with family-friendly amenities and proximity to parks and schools. Great for families visiting or relocating for work. | Kentucky Wesleyan College, Armory Conference Center, Eastside Park, Owensboro Sportscenter |
| West Owensboro | A quiet residential area known for its community feel, making it appealing for longer-term stays or family visits. | Ohr-O'Keefe Museum of Art, Owensboro-Daviess County Public Library |
| Northwest Owensboro | A developing area with new shops and restaurants, attracting a younger crowd and those looking for urban amenities in a suburban environment. | New local eateries, Shopping centers |
| South Owensboro | Home to local parks and recreational facilities, perfect for visitors who enjoy outdoor activities and a laid-back atmosphere. | Ben Hawes Park, Golf Courses |
| Owensboro Riverfront | Scenic views of the Ohio River along with events and festivals, ideal for tourists looking for a picturesque stay with local culture. | Riverwalk, Festivals, Concerts |
| Holiday Inn Area | Close to hotels and business venues, attracting business travelers and visitors to conferences and events. | Chapman Sculpture Garden, Local eateries |
| Historic Downtown District | Full of charm and history, it offers unique shops and dining experiences. Great for tourists interested in culture and history. | Historic buildings, Local boutiques, Art galleries |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Owensboro Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Almost every Airbnb in Owensboro is an entire home: 97% of listings, with private rooms at 3%. Houses are the most common property type at 75%, about five times the share of apartments and condos (15%).
Nearly all listings rent the whole place
Owensboro Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 97%
- Private room 3%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 96.8% | 122 |
| Private room | 3.2% | 4 |
Listings by property type
Owensboro Airbnb listings by property type
- House 75%
- Apartment/Condo 15%
- Cabin/Outdoor 4%
- Others 3%
- Hotel/Boutique 3%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 74.6% | 94 |
| Apartment/Condo | 15.1% | 19 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 4.0% | 5 |
| Others | 3.2% | 4 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 3.2% | 4 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Owensboro Have?
Most Owensboro homes are built for groups: 57% of entire homes have three or more bedrooms, and three-bedroom homes are the most common size (44%).
Owensboro entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms
1%
12%
31%
44%
10%
3%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 0.8% | 1 |
| 1 bedroom | 11.6% | 14 |
| 2 bedrooms | 30.6% | 37 |
| 3 bedrooms | 43.8% | 53 |
| 4 bedrooms | 9.9% | 12 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 3.3% | 4 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Owensboro
A typical one-bedroom home in Owensboro earned $15,200 over the past year, against $23,400 for a four-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 14 | $15,200 | $15,400 | $98 | 52% |
| 2 bedrooms | 37 | $18,300 | $18,200 | $146 | 42% |
| 3 bedrooms | 53 | $25,700 | $26,000 | $182 | 49% |
| 4 bedrooms | 12 | $23,400 | $30,600 | $239 | 42% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Owensboro Sleep?
The most common capacity in Owensboro is six guests (38% of listings), and 67% of listings sleep six or more.
Owensboro listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
11%
17%
5%
38%
5%
25%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 10.7% | 13 |
| 4 guests | 17.2% | 21 |
| 5 guests | 4.9% | 6 |
| 6 guests | 37.7% | 46 |
| 7 guests | 4.9% | 6 |
| 8+ guests | 24.6% | 30 |
How Owensboro Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Owensboro hosts set up an average of 3.4 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. Only 32% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 11
- Beds per listing
- 3.4
- Show exact location
- 32%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Owensboro Offer?
Free on-site parking is close to standard in Owensboro: 97% of listings offer it, and 72% have a backyard.
Share of Owensboro listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Owensboro
Listings in Owensboro with a backyard earned about 50% more a year, on average, than those without: $25,000 against $16,600. The gap is smaller for outdoor furniture (about 40% more) and free street parking (about 40% 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 Owensboro 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Backyard | 72% | $25,000 | $16,600 | +50% |
| Outdoor furniture | 52% | $26,400 | $18,600 | +42% |
| Free street parking | 53% | $26,100 | $18,700 | +40% |
| Indoor fireplace | 21% | $29,100 | $21,000 | +39% |
| Patio or balcony | 60% | $25,500 | $18,400 | +38% |
| Smart lock | 24% | $28,300 | $20,900 | +35% |
| Sound system | 11% | $29,400 | $21,800 | +35% |
| Fire pit | 24% | $27,900 | $21,000 | +32% |
| BBQ grill | 50% | $25,600 | $19,700 | +30% |
| Dedicated workspace | 56% | $25,100 | $19,500 | +29% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Owensboro?
Owensboro 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 Owensboro, at about 4% of reviews. English is spoken by 81% of guests, and Spanish by 14%.
98% of Owensboro guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 98%
- International 2%
Where Owensboro guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Louisville | 4.0% |
| Owensboro | 2.7% |
| Lexington | 2.5% |
| Nashville | 1.9% |
| St. Louis | 1.6% |
Where Owensboro guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 97.9% |
| Canada | 0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% |
| Japan | 0.2% |
| Spain | 0.2% |
Languages spoken by Owensboro guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 81.5% |
| Spanish | 13.6% |
| Italian | 1.1% |
| German | 0.9% |
| French | 0.7% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Owensboro?
Owensboro Airbnbs average 4.86 stars, and 56% 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 82 reviews each on average.
Communication and check-in score highest in Owensboro; 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 | 4.84 |
| Communication | 4.94 |
| Location | 4.86 |
| Check-in | 4.94 |
| Value | 4.82 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Owensboro: Stays, Rules and Fees
About three-quarters of Owensboro listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 29% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 91 to 180 days a year, covering 37% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Owensboro listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 34%
- 181-270 days 40%
- 91-180 days 22%
- 31-90 days 4%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 34.1% | 43 |
| 181-270 days | 39.7% | 50 |
| 91-180 days | 22.2% | 28 |
| 31-90 days | 4.0% | 5 |
Days a year Owensboro listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 4%
- 181-270 days 25%
- 91-180 days 37%
- 31-90 days 24%
- 1-30 days 10%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 4.0% | 5 |
| 181-270 days | 25.4% | 32 |
| 91-180 days | 37.3% | 47 |
| 31-90 days | 23.8% | 30 |
| 1-30 days | 9.5% | 12 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Owensboro?
The average Owensboro booking lasts 6.2 nights, longest in April and shortest in June. Listings took about 25 bookings each over the year, some 3,140 in all. About two-thirds of listings that give a check-in time set it at 3 p.m., with check-out usually at 10 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Owensboro
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 5.4 nights 6.9 nights 4.2 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Owensboro Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
About nine in ten listings in Owensboro accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Owensboro 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 Owensboro?
Moderate is the most common cancellation policy in Owensboro, used by 33% of listings; it refunds guests in full if they cancel at least five days before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: nearly two-thirds of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 33% on Firm or stricter ones.
Cancellation policies of Owensboro listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Owensboro?
More than nine in ten Owensboro listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is $120, and some higher fees lift the average to $176. Spread over the average stay of 6.2 nights, that adds roughly $19 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 12% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- $120
- Average cleaning fee
- $176
- Listings charging a fee
- 92.1%
- Share of gross revenue
- 12.5%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Owensboro
The top-grossing Airbnb in Owensboro, a three-bedroom home, took in $78,000 over the past year, about 3.4 times the city's average of $22,700.
Blue Moon Cottage: Music Room, Inground Pool Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.99 
Hot Tub on Hill Sleeps 12 | POOL|Hot Tub & Firepit Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- $69,024
- Occupancy
- 60.9%
- Daily rate
- $361
Downtown Dream -fire pit, nice back yard Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.82 - Revenue
- $65,391
- Occupancy
- 55.0%
- Daily rate
- $312
Newly renovated- 2.5 mi to Downtown Riverfront Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.97 - Revenue
- $65,072
- Occupancy
- 59.1%
- Daily rate
- $276
Heated Swimming Pool+Hot Tub+Event Area—Sleeps 23* Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.70 - Revenue
- $63,799
- Occupancy
- 49.8%
- Daily rate
- $370
The Gathering Place Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.94 - Revenue
- $60,318
- Occupancy
- 73.6%
- Daily rate
- $224
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Owensboro?
Elite Stays is the top-grossing host in Owensboro, with $414,000 in bookings across 15 listings over the past year. Together, the ten top-grossing hosts run 37% of the market's 126 listings.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elite Stays | 15 | $414,219 | $27,615 | 4.83/5 | |
| Kevin And Joy | 5 | $172,233 | $34,447 | 4.91/5 | |
| Francisco | 4 | $109,909 | $27,477 | 4.83/5 | |
| 4 | Kelly And Jason | 2 | $92,970 | $46,485 | 5.00/5 |
| 5 | India | 2 | $92,936 | $46,468 | 4.78/5 |
| 6 | Carlisle And Angie | 4 | $91,487 | $22,872 | 4.94/5 |
| 7 | Kelsey | 6 | $86,473 | $14,412 | 4.59/5 |
| 8 | Angel | 1 | $77,960 | $77,960 | 4.99/5 |
| 9 | Lin | 2 | $76,222 | $38,111 | 4.97/5 |
| 10 | Nikki | 5 | $72,433 | $14,487 | 4.92/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Owensboro?
Only 3% of Owensboro listings are classed as professionally managed, though 39% of listings have a co-host. 63% 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 87% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 62.7%
- Professional management
- 3.2%
- Cohosted listings
- 38.9%
- Instant Book enabled
- 42.1%
- Simplified Pricing
- 87.3%
Nearby markets
Owensboro vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 94 km, French Lick (94 km away, 76 listings) earned the most per listing, about 24% more than Owensboro. None of them fills more nights than Owensboro (46%); the busiest, Newburgh, reached 43%.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newburgh 33 km | 62 | $17,243 | $158 | 43% |
| Evansville 45 km | 297 | $14,494 | $133 | 41% |
| Madisonville 58 km | 46 | $15,217 | $177 | 34% |
| Lewisburg 79 km | 41 | $28,067 | $211 | 41% |
| Leitchfield 80 km | 68 | $20,664 | $215 | 31% |
| Birdseye 80 km | 33 | $22,066 | $223 | 33% |
| Eckerty 81 km | 38 | $18,509 | $269 | 28% |
| French Lick 94 km | 76 | $28,110 | $232 | 37% |
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Markets Similar to Owensboro
Markets elsewhere in the United States with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Owensboro:
- Logan Airbnb data UT · $171/night · 45.6%
- Apopka Airbnb data FL · $169/night · 46.3%
- Chesapeake Airbnb data VA · $172/night · 46.2%
- Idaho Falls Airbnb data ID · $172/night · 45.0%
- American Fork Airbnb data UT · $176/night · 45.8%
- DeLand Airbnb data FL · $175/night · 45.4%
FAQ
Owensboro Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Owensboro?
An active Owensboro Airbnb grossed $22,657 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 126 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $3,420 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Owensboro?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Owensboro listings earn between $1,300 and $3,420 in a typical month, and the top tenth $4,970 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 Owensboro?
Listings in Owensboro were booked on 46% 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 Owensboro?
The average booked night in Owensboro cost $170 before fees. Half of listings charge between $115 and $195, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Owensboro?
None of the active Owensboro 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 Owensboro?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Owensboro Airbnb grossed $22,657 in the 12 months to September 2026, 18% 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, $14,077 a year (about $1,170 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 $1,810 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Owensboro?
July usually pays best, averaging $3,550 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 Owensboro?
Each night a Owensboro listing was open to book earned $81 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 $134 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Owensboro?
Owensboro stays were booked 36 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 Owensboro?
The average Owensboro Airbnb stay lasted 6.2 nights over the past year. A listing took 25 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Owensboro rated?
Guests rate Owensboro Airbnbs 4.86 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Owensboro?
Downtown Owensboro, East Owensboro and West Owensboro draw the most short-term rental interest in Owensboro. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Owensboro?
AirROI counted 126 active Airbnb listings in Owensboro as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Newburgh, 33 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Owensboro?
In Owensboro, more than nine in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is $120, and some higher fees lift the average to $176.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 126 active Airbnb listings in Owensboro 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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