1901 Historic 3-story home & Pool w/opt. cottage Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.97 - Revenue
- $173,720
- Occupancy
- 55.5%
- Daily rate
- $848
Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Lafayette, LA Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Lafayette brought in $18,579 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 41% less than the Louisiana average of $31,540.
The short answer
Lafayette Airbnb Market at a Glance
Lafayette is priced below the Louisiana average. Listings averaged $167 a night, about 38% less than that average of $270, and were booked on 38% of available nights, close to its 39% occupancy.
July, usually the best month, brings in about 46% more per listing than September, usually the slowest.
With 371 active listings, Lafayette is the third-largest of 65 Louisiana markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 10% while the number of active listings grew 23%.
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Revenue
How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Lafayette?
Gross bookings per Lafayette listing averaged $18,579 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Louisiana average: $31,540), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Lafayette listing brings in $2,480 in July, its best month, and $1,700 in September, its slowest. Both ends are close calls: July leads April by 4%, and September sits just 1% below January, so either pair can swap places in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 29% 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 three times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $4,140+ a month, about 2.3 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $2,810 or more, roughly $1,000 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $1,810 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $930 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.
July earns about 1.5 times what September does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $2,060 $2,670 $1,490
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.
Lafayette 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 April 2026.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | $1,909 | 39.3% | $150 | $64 | 36 days | 4.1 nights |
| Oct 2025 | $2,328 | 42.4% | $157 | $75 | 55 days | 3.7 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $2,142 | 40.1% | $154 | $71 | 43 days | 4.6 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $2,165 | 41.1% | $155 | $70 | 38 days | 4.6 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $1,775 | 36.3% | $147 | $57 | 23 days | 4.6 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $2,017 | 42.0% | $154 | $72 | 39 days | 4.2 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $2,144 | 42.4% | $150 | $69 | 35 days | 5 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $2,563 | 43.7% | $169 | $85 | 66 days | 3.9 nights |
| May 2026 | $2,168 | 39.9% | $167 | $70 | 34 days | 4 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $2,308 | 42.9% | $165 | $77 | 30 days | 4.8 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $2,674 | 38.8% | $173 | $86 | 49 days | 5.2 nights |
| Aug 2026 | $1,683 | 31.9% | $162 | $54 | 25 days | 3.6 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 Lafayette 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 Lafayette Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Lafayette Airbnb took in $18,579 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $970 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 $1,520 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $2,200 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $1,160 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $840 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.
Lafayette Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | $16,379 | $25,440 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay12% of Lafayette bookings | $2,200 | $3,420 |
| Gross bookings | $18,579 | $28,860 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 14%: 15.5% for the 87% of Lafayette listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$2,570 | −$4,000 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$2,200 | −$3,420 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$930 | −$1,440 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$370 | −$580 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$560 | −$870 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −$190 | −$190 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −$90 | −$90 |
| 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 | −$6,910 | −$10,590 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $11,669about $970 a month | $18,270about $1,520 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Lafayette Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Lafayette'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 Lafayette 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 Lafayette's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Lafayette 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 $1,330 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge $180 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 $1,640 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, July brings the average listing about $2,480, against $1,700 in September, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Lafayette listings average 4.82 stars, and 55% 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 $2,410 a month, against $1,550 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Lafayette?
Lafayette listings were booked on 38% of the nights they were open over the past year, in line with the Louisiana average and 3 percentage points below the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 48% in March and falls to 37% in August.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 3.6 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 74%+ of open nights, 36 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 20% or less, under two nights a week.
March is usually the busiest month in Lafayette, August the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 43% 53% 32%
The 12-month rate of 38% 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 Lafayette?
The average nightly rate in Lafayette, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $167 over the past year, about 38% below the Louisiana average of $270 and about 48% below the U.S. average of $320. Averaged month by month over the past two years, rates peak in April and July at about $160 and bottom out in September at about $135.
The top 10% charge about 2.4 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge $240+ a night, about 1.8 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge $180 or more, about $45 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about $135 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge $100 or less, about three-quarters of the median.
July rates run 20% above September's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $149 $173 $118
The 12-month ADR of $167 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 Lafayette?
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 Lafayette it averaged $65 over the past year, from about $55 in a typical January to about $80 in a typical July.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $113+ per open night, about twice the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $80 or more, about $25 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $57 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $37 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
July RevPAR is about 1.4 times January's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $68 $86 $50
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Lafayette
Lafayette has two high seasons, April and July, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest in August and September, with a midwinter lull in January as well.
Average revenue by month in Lafayette
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average $2,060 $2,480 $1,700
Revenue by month in Lafayette in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | $1,710 |
| February | Shoulder season | $1,920 |
| March | Shoulder season | $2,210 |
| April | High season | $2,390 |
| May | Shoulder season | $2,100 |
| June | Shoulder season | $2,200 |
| July | High season | $2,480 |
| August | Low season | $1,800 |
| September | Low season | $1,700 |
| October | Shoulder season | $2,070 |
| November | Shoulder season | $1,990 |
| December | Shoulder season | $2,130 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonApril, July | $2,440 | 43% | $160 |
| Shoulder seasonFebruary–March, May–June, October–December | $2,090 | 45% | $147 |
| Low seasonJanuary, August–September | $1,740 | 39% | $144 |
Seasons are grouped by revenue per listing, so a better-paying season can fill fewer nights when higher rates carry it.
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Lafayette?
Guests book Lafayette stays 41 days ahead on average (about six weeks). April stays are booked furthest out, about 68 days ahead, and January stays closest to arrival, about 23 days. A typical April booking is made in early February.
April 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 70 days 23 days
The 12-month figure of 41 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 Lafayette
None of the 371 active listings in Lafayette 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 Lafayette.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Lafayette
AirROI's area guide picks six Lafayette neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Downtown Lafayette, University area and Oil Center. 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 Lafayette | The heart of Lafayette, offering a mix of cultural attractions, dining, and nightlife. Ideal for visitors wanting to explore local events and festivals. | The Acadiana Center for the Arts, Jefferson Street Market, Cité des Arts, Lafayette Science Museum, Live Oak Botanical Gardens |
| University area | Close to the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, this area attracts students, parents, and university visitors, making it a vibrant and youthful environment. | University of Louisiana at Lafayette, The Hilliard Art Museum, Cajundome, Acadian Village, Cypress Lake |
| Oil Center | Known for its business centers and proximity to medical facilities, this area is great for professionals and medical travelers. | Lafayette General Health, Oil Center Park, shops and restaurants, River Ranch |
| River Ranch | A master-planned community featuring shopping, dining, and entertainment, highly sought after for upscale living and tourism. | The Village at River Ranch, City Club at River Ranch, Paul's Flower Shop, The University Club at Lafayette |
| Scott | Adjacent to Lafayette, known for its Cajun culture and close proximity to city amenities, great for visitors looking for local experiences. | Cajun Trading Post, Scott Civic Center, Lafayette General Airport |
| Carencro | A suburban area with a small-town feel, appealing to families and travelers seeking a quieter stay while close to Lafayette. | Pelican Park, Carencro Cultural Center, Local shops and eateries |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Lafayette Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
More than nine in ten Airbnbs in Lafayette are entire homes (91%), with private rooms at 8%. Houses are the most common property type at 70%, about 3.4 times the share of apartments and condos (21%).
Nearly all listings rent the whole place
Lafayette Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 91%
- Private room 8%
- Hotel room <1%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 90.8% | 337 |
| Private room | 8.4% | 31 |
| Hotel room | 0.8% | 3 |
Listings by property type
Lafayette Airbnb listings by property type
- House 70%
- Apartment/Condo 21%
- Hotel/Boutique 7%
- Others 2%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 69.8% | 259 |
| Apartment/Condo | 20.8% | 77 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 7.0% | 26 |
| Others | 2.4% | 9 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Lafayette Have?
Two-bedroom homes are the most common size in Lafayette (34% of entire homes), and 36% have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 336 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Lafayette entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
5%
26%
34%
25%
6%
5%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 5.1% | 17 |
| 1 bedroom | 25.6% | 86 |
| 2 bedrooms | 33.6% | 113 |
| 3 bedrooms | 24.7% | 83 |
| 4 bedrooms | 6.0% | 20 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 5.1% | 17 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Lafayette
A typical studio in Lafayette earned $10,100 over the past year, against $53,900 for a home with five or more bedrooms.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 17 | $10,100 | $11,100 | $87 | 41% |
| 1 bedroom | 86 | $11,500 | $13,000 | $111 | 41% |
| 2 bedrooms | 113 | $17,000 | $16,900 | $150 | 40% |
| 3 bedrooms | 83 | $18,400 | $22,200 | $186 | 39% |
| 4 bedrooms | 20 | $27,400 | $32,800 | $289 | 35% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 17 | $53,900 | $56,800 | $453 | 37% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Lafayette Sleep?
The most common capacity in Lafayette is two or four guests (23% of listings each), and 40% of listings sleep six or more. Shares are of the 350 listings with a guest capacity on file (94% of the market).
Lafayette listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
1%
23%
5%
23%
8%
21%
2%
17%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | 0.9% | 3 |
| 2 guests | 22.9% | 80 |
| 3 guests | 4.9% | 17 |
| 4 guests | 23.4% | 82 |
| 5 guests | 7.7% | 27 |
| 6 guests | 21.4% | 75 |
| 7 guests | 2.3% | 8 |
| 8+ guests | 16.6% | 58 |
How Lafayette Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Lafayette hosts set up an average of 2.8 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. Only 42% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 12
- Beds per listing
- 2.8
- Show exact location
- 42%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Lafayette Offer?
Free on-site parking is close to standard in Lafayette: 98% of listings offer it, and 70% have a dedicated workspace.
Share of Lafayette listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Lafayette
Listings in Lafayette with arcade games earned about twice as much a year, on average, as those without: $37,600 against $18,000. The gap is smaller for a pool (about 70% more) and a fire pit (about 60% 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 Lafayette 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arcade games | 3% | $37,600 | $18,000 | +109% |
| Pool | 4% | $31,100 | $18,100 | +72% |
| Fire pit | 16% | $27,400 | $16,900 | +62% |
| Garden view | 4% | $27,900 | $18,200 | +54% |
| Exercise equipment | 3% | $27,800 | $18,300 | +52% |
| Indoor fireplace | 11% | $26,300 | $17,600 | +49% |
| Dedicated workspace | 70% | $20,400 | $14,300 | +43% |
| Backyard | 57% | $20,900 | $15,500 | +35% |
| Outdoor furniture | 44% | $21,600 | $16,200 | +33% |
| Patio or balcony | 51% | $20,900 | $16,200 | +29% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Lafayette?
Lafayette draws mostly domestic guests: 93% of those who left reviews live in the United States. No single city dominates: New Orleans is the largest source outside Lafayette, at about 6% of reviews. Of the 7% from abroad, the largest groups come from France and the United Kingdom. English is spoken by 73% of guests, and Spanish by 11%.
93% of Lafayette guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 93%
- International 7%
Where Lafayette guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| New Orleans | 6.5% |
| Houston | 5.3% |
| Lafayette | 5.3% |
| Baton Rouge | 2.7% |
| Austin | 2.5% |
Where Lafayette guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 93.2% |
| France | 1.8% |
| United Kingdom | 1.0% |
| Canada | 0.7% |
| Germany | 0.4% |
Languages spoken by Lafayette guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 72.6% |
| Spanish | 11.4% |
| French | 6.9% |
| German | 1.8% |
| Portuguese | 1.1% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Lafayette?
Lafayette Airbnbs average 4.82 stars, and 55% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and value for money is the lowest, at 4.80.
Communication and check-in score highest in Lafayette; 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 | 4.86 |
| Cleanliness | 4.83 |
| Communication | 4.90 |
| Location | 4.81 |
| Check-in | 4.90 |
| Value | 4.80 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Lafayette: Stays, Rules and Fees
85% of Lafayette 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 39% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Lafayette listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 45%
- 181-270 days 40%
- 91-180 days 14%
- 31-90 days <1%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 45.0% | 167 |
| 181-270 days | 39.9% | 148 |
| 91-180 days | 14.3% | 53 |
| 31-90 days | 0.8% | 3 |
Days a year Lafayette listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 1%
- 181-270 days 17%
- 91-180 days 39%
- 31-90 days 27%
- 1-30 days 16%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 1.1% | 4 |
| 181-270 days | 16.7% | 62 |
| 91-180 days | 38.8% | 144 |
| 31-90 days | 27.5% | 102 |
| 1-30 days | 15.9% | 59 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Lafayette?
The average Lafayette booking lasts 5 nights, longest in January and shortest in April. Listings took about 23 bookings each over the year, some 8,610 in all. Check-in is split almost evenly between 3 p.m. and 4 p.m., with check-out usually at 11 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Lafayette
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 4.5 nights 5.2 nights 3.8 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Lafayette Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
About eight in ten listings in Lafayette accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Lafayette 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 Lafayette?
Moderate is the most common cancellation policy in Lafayette, used by 50% of listings; it refunds guests in full if they cancel at least five days before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: more than seven in ten listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 25% on Firm or stricter ones.
Cancellation policies of Lafayette listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Lafayette?
About nine in ten Lafayette listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is $95, and some higher fees lift the average to $155. Spread over the average stay of 5 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
- $95
- Average cleaning fee
- $155
- Listings charging a fee
- 91.1%
- Share of gross revenue
- 11.9%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Lafayette
The top-grossing Airbnb in Lafayette, a five-bedroom home, took in $174,000 over the past year, about 9.4 times the city's average of $18,600. Four of the six listings below have five or more bedrooms; the other two have four bedrooms.
1901 Historic 3-story home & Pool w/opt. cottage Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.97 
Cajun Cottage Compound - Sleeps 18 Entire home · 7 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- $133,733
- Occupancy
- 63.6%
- Daily rate
- $575
Cajun Country Retreat-2 KINGS-Garage-Arcade-Patio Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.99 - Revenue
- $81,816
- Occupancy
- 62.6%
- Daily rate
- $346
Home w/GIANT POOL for 14+Space X corp suitable Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.61 - Revenue
- $71,948
- Occupancy
- 32.6%
- Daily rate
- $630
Work Crew Haven: Spacious Corporate Lodging Entire home · 13 bedrooms Rated 4.67 - Revenue
- $68,099
- Occupancy
- 31.1%
- Daily rate
- $586
Spacious Cajun Campus, next to UL close to airport Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.86 - Revenue
- $66,756
- Occupancy
- 55.0%
- Daily rate
- $339
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Lafayette?
Jarrid is the top-grossing host in Lafayette, with $1.01 million in bookings across 41 listings over the past year. Together, the ten top-grossing hosts run 35% of the market's 371 listings. Per listing, a smaller operator earns more: Erin grossed $57,900 per listing, about 2.4 times Jarrid's $24,600.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jarrid | 41 | $1,008,245 | $24,591 | 4.98/5 | |
| Lodgeful | 14 | $362,212 | $25,872 | 4.79/5 | |
| Teresa | 15 | $307,991 | $20,533 | 4.95/5 | |
| 4 | Acadiana | 20 | $285,313 | $14,266 | 4.34/5 |
| 5 | Nah | 7 | $231,955 | $33,136 | 4.86/5 |
| 6 | Erin | 4 | $231,452 | $57,863 | 4.98/5 |
| 7 | Ashley | 2 | $214,419 | $107,210 | 4.97/5 |
| 8 | Chelsea | 14 | $210,742 | $15,053 | 4.90/5 |
| 9 | Matthew | 9 | $192,043 | $21,338 | 4.97/5 |
| 10 | Phil | 4 | $177,421 | $44,355 | 4.98/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Lafayette?
Only 14% of Lafayette listings are classed as professionally managed, though 49% of listings have a co-host. Seven in ten 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 27% 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 87% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 69.8%
- Professional management
- 14.3%
- Cohosted listings
- 49.3%
- Instant Book enabled
- 27.2%
- Simplified Pricing
- 86.8%
Nearby markets
Lafayette vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the six nearby markets in the table, all within 96 km, New Roads (76 km away, 31 listings) earned the most per listing, about 69% more than Lafayette.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Youngsville 12 km | 53 | $21,222 | $183 | 37% |
| Breaux Bridge 19 km | 75 | $13,566 | $149 | 32% |
| New Iberia 29 km | 73 | $17,753 | $171 | 35% |
| New Roads 76 km | 31 | $31,483 | $354 | 30% |
| Baton Rouge 88 km | 810 | $19,016 | $201 | 36% |
| St. George 96 km | 62 | $24,718 | $230 | 35% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Louisiana
- New Orleans Airbnb data 5,050 listings
- Lake Charles Airbnb data 348 listings
- Shreveport Airbnb data 341 listings
- Monroe Airbnb data 122 listings
- Many Airbnb data 121 listings
- Metairie Airbnb data 119 listings
- Grand Isle Airbnb data 104 listings
- West Monroe Airbnb data 101 listings
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Markets Similar to Lafayette
Markets elsewhere in the United States with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Lafayette:
- Humble Airbnb data TX · $166/night · 37.6%
- Temple Airbnb data TX · $166/night · 38.5%
- Hutto Airbnb data TX · $163/night · 38.3%
- Elizabethtown Airbnb data KY · $173/night · 37.9%
- Crestone Airbnb data CO · $172/night · 38.2%
- Paducah Airbnb data KY · $162/night · 38.6%
FAQ
Lafayette Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Lafayette?
An active Lafayette Airbnb grossed $18,579 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 371 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $2,810 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Lafayette?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Lafayette listings earn between $930 and $2,810 in a typical month, and the top tenth $4,140 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 Lafayette?
Listings in Lafayette were booked on 38% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 39% for the Louisiana average. March is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Lafayette?
The average booked night in Lafayette cost $167 before fees. Half of listings charge between $100 and $180, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Lafayette?
None of the active Lafayette 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 Lafayette?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Lafayette Airbnb grossed $18,579 in the 12 months to September 2026, 41% below the Louisiana average of $31,540. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, $11,669 a year (about $970 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 $1,520 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Lafayette?
July usually pays best, averaging $2,480 per active listing over the past two years, and September usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Lafayette?
Each night a Lafayette listing was open to book earned $65 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 $113 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Lafayette?
Lafayette stays were booked 41 days (about six 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 Lafayette?
The average Lafayette Airbnb stay lasted 5 nights over the past year. A listing took 23 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Lafayette rated?
Guests rate Lafayette Airbnbs 4.82 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Lafayette?
Downtown Lafayette, University area and Oil Center draw the most short-term rental interest in Lafayette. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Lafayette?
AirROI counted 371 active Airbnb listings in Lafayette as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Youngsville, 12 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Lafayette?
In Lafayette, about nine in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is $95, and some higher fees lift the average to $155.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 371 active Airbnb listings in Lafayette 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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