Pickleball*Hot Tub*Pool*Bourbon Trail*Sleeps 16! Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.92 - Revenue
- $160,911
- Occupancy
- 50.6%
- Daily rate
- $855
Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
The average Airbnb in Shepherdsville brought in $28,883 over the 12 months through September 2026, in line with the Kentucky average of $27,730.
The short answer
Shepherdsville is cheaper but busier than the Kentucky average. Listings averaged $210 a night and were booked on 44% 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 only 37 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 37 active listings, Shepherdsville is the 67th-largest of 112 Kentucky markets AirROI tracks.
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Gross bookings per Shepherdsville listing averaged $28,883 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 Shepherdsville listing brings in $4,310 in July, its best month, and $2,150 in February, its slowest. Both ends are close calls: July leads June by 5%, and February sits just 2% below January, so either pair can swap places in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 32% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
In a typical month, a top-quarter listing earns at least 3.2 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
These are monthly figures for listings active in each month. The annual average above also counts listings that operated for only part of the year, so it runs below twelve times these figures.
July earns about twice what February does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Each point is one month as recorded, averaged over the listings active in it. The best and slowest months in the text average each calendar month over the past two years, so they can differ from the highest and lowest points here.
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. Nightly rates peaked in May 2026 and bookings in September 2025, so the best-paying month is not always the busiest or the priciest. Across the past two years, July is usually the strongest month.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | $3,967 | 55.4% | $222 | $132 | 117 days | 4.9 nights |
| Oct 2025 | $3,860 | 54.7% | $205 | $125 | 38 days | 3.8 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $3,234 | 43.0% | $198 | $108 | 34 days | 5.6 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $3,065 | 47.0% | $194 | $99 | 26 days | 4.4 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $1,962 | 34.1% | $188 | $63 | 18 days | 7.3 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $2,141 | 36.8% | $192 | $76 | 23 days | 6.4 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $2,974 | 45.6% | $199 | $96 | 31 days | 6.6 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $2,807 | 36.2% | $219 | $94 | 68 days | 6.4 nights |
| May 2026 | $3,710 | 43.8% | $250 | $120 | 45 days | 3.5 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $4,175 | 53.9% | $220 | $139 | 54 days | 4.8 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $4,015 | 44.9% | $225 | $130 | 55 days | 5.3 nights |
| Aug 2026 | $3,876 | 46.5% | $216 | $125 | 40 days | 7.3 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.
For a figure on one home rather than the whole Shepherdsville market, enter its address and size in the Airbnb calculator, which compares it with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Yes, when it's run well. The average Shepherdsville Airbnb took in $28,883 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $1,600 a month of that is left after running costs, so a home that costs less than that to own or rent makes money. A listing in the top quarter leaves about $2,970 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $3,130 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $1,860 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $1,390 a month.
These amounts come before housing costs. Where the mortgage or rent is less each month, the difference is profit; a home owned outright keeps it all after property tax, home insurance and any HOA or condo fees.
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | $25,753 | $47,290 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay11% of Shepherdsville bookings | $3,130 | $5,740 |
| Gross bookings | $28,883 | $53,030 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 11%: 15.5% for the 65% of Shepherdsville listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$3,210 | −$5,890 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$3,130 | −$5,740 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$1,440 | −$2,650 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$580 | −$1,060 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$870 | −$1,590 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −$290 | −$290 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −$140 | −$140 |
| 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 23% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −$9,660 | −$17,360 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $19,223about $1,600 a month | $35,670about $2,970 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
The estimate starts from Shepherdsville'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 Shepherdsville home, with its price, its mortgage or rent and your own costs, use the Airbnb profit calculator. It starts from the comparable listings around the address.
What a listing keeps comes down to the figures this page measures: nightly rate, nights booked and the months it's open. A listing at the top-quarter mark takes in about $4,420 a month, against $2,410 for the average one.
Occupancy
Shepherdsville listings were booked on 44% of the nights they were open over the past year, 5 percentage points above the Kentucky average (39%) and 3 points above the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 59% in September and falls to 39% in April.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about three times as often as the bottom quarter.
September is usually the busiest month in Shepherdsville, April the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The 12-month rate of 44% averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Nightly rates
The average nightly rate in Shepherdsville, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $210 over the past year, about 16% below the Kentucky average of $250 and about 34% below the U.S. average of $320. In a typical year, rates peak in May at about $235 and bottom out in December at about $165.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 3.2 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
May rates run 41% above December's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The 12-month ADR of $210 averages each listing's own rate across its whole year; the monthly points average listings month by month, so the two differ.
RevPAR, or revenue per available night, divides a listing's income by every night it was open to book, so it rises with both price and bookings. In Shepherdsville it averaged $99 over the past year, from about $71 in a typical January to about $139 in a typical July.
Per open night, by tier:
July RevPAR is about twice January's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The 12-month RevPAR of $99 averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Seasonality
With only 37 active listings, the monthly pattern in Shepherdsville is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue has tended to peak in July and bottom out in February.
Average revenue by month in Shepherdsville
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
| Month | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|
| January | $2,190 |
| February | $2,150 |
| March | $2,850 |
| April | $2,690 |
| May | $3,910 |
| June | $4,110 |
| July | $4,310 |
| August | $3,660 |
| September | $3,390 |
| October | $3,280 |
| November | $2,900 |
| December | $2,660 |
Guests book Shepherdsville stays 53 days ahead on average (about eight weeks). September stays are booked furthest out, about 92 days ahead, and January stays closest to arrival, about 18 days. A typical September booking is made in mid-June.
September stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
The 12-month figure of 53 days averages each listing's year as a whole; each month here averages only the listings with stays in it.
Permits
None of the 37 active listings in Shepherdsville 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 Shepherdsville.
Neighborhoods
AirROI's area guide picks eight Shepherdsville neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Cedar Creek Lake, Shepherdsville City Park and Bullitt County History Museum. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Cedar Creek Lake | A popular destination for fishing and outdoor activities, making it ideal for nature lovers and families looking for a getaway. | Cedar Creek Lake, Parks and fishing spots, Water sports, Camping sites |
| Shepherdsville City Park | A community hub with recreational facilities and picnic areas, attracting families and groups. | Shepherdsville City Park, Playgrounds, Walking Trails |
| Bullitt County History Museum | A local attraction that highlights the history of the area, appealing to those interested in local culture and heritage. | Bullitt County History Museum, Cultural events, Guided tours |
| Salt River | A scenic area for canoeing and kayaking, appealing to outdoor enthusiasts looking for adventure. | Salt River, Kayaking and canoeing, Fishing spots |
| Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest | A beautiful nature reserve offering hiking and educational programs, attracting eco-tourists and nature lovers. | Bernheim Arboretum, Nature trails, Wildlife watching |
| Pioneer Village | A historic site that offers a glimpse into Kentucky's pioneer days, attracting history buffs and cultural tourists. | Pioneer Village, Historical reenactments, Local craft fair |
| Cedar Grove | A quiet neighborhood close to nature, ideal for those seeking a peaceful retreat while still being accessible to attractions. | Cedar Grove Park, Nature trails, Community events |
| Local Breweries | The growing craft beer scene in Bullitt County, attracting tourists looking for local flavors and experiences. | Local breweries, Craft beer tastings, Brewery tours |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Almost every Airbnb in Shepherdsville is an entire home: 97% of listings, with private rooms at 3%. Houses are the most common property type at 65%, about four times the share of cabins and other outdoor stays (16%).
Nearly all listings rent the whole place
Shepherdsville Airbnb listings by room type
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 97.3% | 36 |
| Private room | 2.7% | 1 |
Listings by property type
Shepherdsville Airbnb listings by property type
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 64.9% | 24 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 16.2% | 6 |
| Apartment/Condo | 10.8% | 4 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 5.4% | 2 |
| Others | 2.7% | 1 |
Most Shepherdsville homes are built for groups: 57% of entire homes have three or more bedrooms, though two-bedroom homes are the most common single size (34%). Shares are of the 35 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Shepherdsville entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 8.6% | 3 |
| 2 bedrooms | 34.3% | 12 |
| 3 bedrooms | 28.6% | 10 |
| 4 bedrooms | 17.1% | 6 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 11.4% | 4 |
A typical two-bedroom home in Shepherdsville earned $10,300 over the past year, against $25,200 for a three-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 bedrooms | 12 | $10,300 | $12,600 | $141 | 43% |
| 3 bedrooms | 10 | $25,200 | $28,400 | $194 | 46% |
Shepherdsville is a group-trip market: 33% of listings sleep eight or more guests, more than the share of the next most common size, six guests (28%).
Shepherdsville listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 5.6% | 2 |
| 3 guests | 5.6% | 2 |
| 4 guests | 22.2% | 8 |
| 5 guests | 2.8% | 1 |
| 6 guests | 27.8% | 10 |
| 7 guests | 2.8% | 1 |
| 8+ guests | 33.3% | 12 |
Shepherdsville hosts set up an average of 3.6 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. About a quarter of listings (24%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
Fire pits are common in Shepherdsville: 46% of listings have one, and 59% have a barbecue grill.
Share of Shepherdsville listings with each common amenity
Guests
Shepherdsville is a domestic market: every guest who left a review lives in the United States. No single city dominates: Cincinnati is the largest source, at about 2% of reviews. English is spoken by 85% of guests, and Spanish by 11%.
100% of Shepherdsville guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
Where Shepherdsville guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Cincinnati | 1.9% |
| Sharpsburg | 1.9% |
| Louisville | 1.5% |
| Columbus | 1.5% |
| Indianapolis | 1.5% |
Languages spoken by Shepherdsville guests
Share of guests who left reviews
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 85.1% |
| Spanish | 10.6% |
| Chinese | 1.1% |
| Portuguese | 1.1% |
| Italian | 1.1% |
Shepherdsville Airbnbs average 4.83 stars, and 68% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and value for money is the lowest, at 4.81.
Check-in scores highest in Shepherdsville; value is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.88 |
| Cleanliness | 4.83 |
| Communication | 4.90 |
| Location | 4.84 |
| Check-in | 4.94 |
| Value | 4.81 |
Booking patterns
Nearly three-quarters of Shepherdsville listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 32% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 181 to 270 days a year, covering 32% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Shepherdsville listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 35.1% | 13 |
| 181-270 days | 37.8% | 14 |
| 91-180 days | 27.0% | 10 |
Days a year Shepherdsville listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 181-270 days | 32.4% | 12 |
| 91-180 days | 32.4% | 12 |
| 31-90 days | 24.3% | 9 |
| 1-30 days | 10.8% | 4 |
Bookings in Shepherdsville average 3.4 to 6.9 nights depending on the month, longest in January and shortest in September. Listings took about 23 bookings each over the year. 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 Shepherdsville
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Two-year average by calendar month.
About three-quarters of listings in Shepherdsville accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Shepherdsville listings
Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more
Moderate is the most common cancellation policy in Shepherdsville, used by 59% of listings; it refunds guests in full if they cancel at least five days before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: about two-thirds of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 30% on Firm or stricter ones.
Cancellation policies of Shepherdsville listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
About nine in ten Shepherdsville listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is $150, and some higher fees lift the average to $276. Spread over the average stay of about six nights, that adds roughly $25 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 11% of gross revenue.
Top earners
The top-grossing Airbnb in Shepherdsville, a five-bedroom home, took in $161,000 over the past year, about 5.6 times the city's average of $28,900. Three of the six listings below have five or more bedrooms; the other three have three and four bedrooms.
Pickleball*Hot Tub*Pool*Bourbon Trail*Sleeps 16! Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.92
Bourbon Cabin - Speakeasy/HotTub/Arcade/Derby Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.98
Close to Bourbon Trl/I65/KY Expo/Parks! Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.93
*Bourbon Barrel* Close to Louisville and E-town! Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.96
Shepherdsville Cozy Home with Lakeside views Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.77
16 Mi to Louisville: Pet-Friendly Getaway! Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.44 Only 3% of Shepherdsville listings are classed as professionally managed, though 54% of listings have a co-host. 62% of listings are run by Superhosts, so a strong review record is the norm here rather than an edge. Most hosts still vet their guests: only 22% of listings accept Instant Book. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 65% of listings.
Nearby markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 36 km, Bardstown (28 km away) earned the most per listing, about 34% more than Shepherdsville.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisville 27 km | 2,190 | $31,186 | $333 | 39% |
| Bardstown 28 km | 134 | $38,722 | $279 | 43% |
| Radcliff 28 km | 52 | $17,954 | $170 | 40% |
| Elizabethtown 34 km | 193 | $16,636 | $173 | 38% |
| Jeffersonville 34 km | 184 | $32,997 | $257 | 43% |
| Taylorsville 34 km | 47 | $26,154 | $284 | 31% |
| Clarksville 34 km | 47 | $22,537 | $240 | 38% |
| New Albany 36 km | 143 | $25,414 | $222 | 39% |
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FAQ
An active Shepherdsville Airbnb grossed $28,883 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 37 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $3,910 or more in a typical month.
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Shepherdsville listings earn between $1,200 and $3,910 in a typical month, and the top tenth $6,970 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb income calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Listings in Shepherdsville were booked on 44% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 39% for the Kentucky average. September is usually the busiest month.
The average booked night in Shepherdsville cost $210 before fees. Half of listings charge between $110 and $230, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
None of the active Shepherdsville listings display a registration, permit or license number. That doesn't mean no rules apply, so confirm registration, permit and occupancy-tax rules with the city or county before buying.
Yes, when it's run well. The average Shepherdsville Airbnb grossed $28,883 in the 12 months to September 2026, in line with the Kentucky average. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, $19,223 a year (about $1,600 a month) is left before the mortgage or rent. A home that costs less than that to own or rent makes a profit, and a listing at the top-quarter mark leaves about $2,970 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
July usually pays best, averaging $4,310 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.
Each night a Shepherdsville listing was open to book earned $99 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 $165 or more.
Shepherdsville stays were booked 53 days (about eight weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so most of a month is booked well before it starts.
The average Shepherdsville Airbnb stay lasts about six nights. A listing took 23 reservations over the year on average.
Guests rate Shepherdsville Airbnbs 4.83 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and value lowest.
Cedar Creek Lake, Shepherdsville City Park and Bullitt County History Museum draw the most short-term rental interest in Shepherdsville. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
AirROI counted 37 active Airbnb listings in Shepherdsville as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Louisville, 27 km away.
In Shepherdsville, about nine in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is $150, and some higher fees lift the average to $276.
Method
Figures on this page cover 37 active Airbnb listings in Shepherdsville 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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