Charming Historic Island Home Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- $78,788
- Occupancy
- 46.6%
- Daily rate
- $388
Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
The average Airbnb in Vinalhaven brought in $21,231 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 44% less than the Maine average of $37,768.
The short answer
Vinalhaven is priced below the Maine average. Listings averaged $318 a night, about 15% less than that average of $375, and were booked on 43% of available nights, close to its 43% occupancy.
Timing matters: in July, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 4.6 times as much as in November, usually the slowest. With only 43 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 43 active listings, Vinalhaven is the 86th-largest of 189 Maine markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 3% while the number of active listings grew 5%.
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Gross bookings per Vinalhaven listing averaged $21,231 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Maine average: $37,768), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Vinalhaven listing brings in $7,240 in July, its best month, and $1,580 in November, its slowest. Both ends are close calls: July leads August by 5%, and November sits just 4% below February, so either pair can swap places in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 47% 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 2.8 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 4.6 times what November 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.
July 2026 led on revenue and bookings; nightly rates peaked in August 2026.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | $3,449 | 38.1% | $322 | $115 | 66 days | 5 nights |
| Oct 2025 | $2,109 | 24.5% | $320 | $68 | 49 days | 4.7 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $1,594 | 26.3% | $319 | $53 | 88 days | 7.9 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $3,728 | 38.1% | $321 | $120 | 46 days | 5.2 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $1,830 | 26.2% | $321 | $59 | 42 days | 5.1 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $1,648 | 29.3% | $320 | $59 | 39 days | 5 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $1,877 | 34.2% | $320 | $61 | 27 days | 7 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $2,269 | 36.4% | $320 | $76 | 28 days | 7.5 nights |
| May 2026 | $2,466 | 32.4% | $335 | $80 | 61 days | 4.8 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $3,914 | 40.0% | $351 | $130 | 92 days | 6.7 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $7,241 | 69.4% | $360 | $234 | 136 days | 7.2 nights |
| Aug 2026 | $6,739 | 66.9% | $361 | $217 | 123 days | 6.8 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 Vinalhaven 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 Vinalhaven Airbnb took in $21,231 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 $2,290 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $1,920 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $1,330 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.
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | $19,311 | $37,390 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay9% of Vinalhaven bookings | $1,920 | $3,720 |
| Gross bookings | $21,231 | $41,110 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 84% of Vinalhaven listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$2,860 | −$5,540 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$1,920 | −$3,720 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$1,060 | −$2,060 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$420 | −$820 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$640 | −$1,230 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −$210 | −$210 |
| 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 | −$7,220 | −$13,690 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $14,011about $1,170 a month | $27,420about $2,290 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
The estimate starts from Vinalhaven'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 Vinalhaven 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 $3,430 a month, against $1,770 for the average one.
Occupancy
Vinalhaven listings were booked on 43% of the nights they were open over the past year, in line with the Maine average and 2 percentage points above the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy swings from 23% in January to 67% in July.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 3.2 times as often as the bottom quarter.
July is usually the busiest month in Vinalhaven, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The 12-month rate of 43% 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 Vinalhaven, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $318 over the past year, about 15% below the Maine average of $375 and about the same as the U.S. average ($320). In a typical year, rates peak in July and August at about $345 and bottom out in October and November at about $295.
The top 10% charge about 2.9 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
July rates run 18% above November's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
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 Vinalhaven it averaged $140 over the past year, from about $53 in a typical November to about $234 in a typical July.
Per open night, by tier:
July RevPAR is about 4.4 times November's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The 12-month RevPAR of $140 averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Seasonality
With only 43 active listings, the monthly pattern in Vinalhaven is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue has tended to peak in July and bottom out in November.
Average revenue by month in Vinalhaven
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
| Month | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|
| January | $1,790 |
| February | $1,650 |
| March | $2,140 |
| April | $1,770 |
| May | $2,540 |
| June | $3,870 |
| July | $7,240 |
| August | $6,930 |
| September | $3,260 |
| October | $2,480 |
| November | $1,580 |
| December | $2,840 |
Guests book Vinalhaven stays 99 days ahead on average (about three and a half months), so guests here plan well ahead. July stays are booked furthest out, about 123 days ahead, and March stays closest to arrival, about 19 days. A typical July booking is made in mid-March.
July 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 99 days averages each listing's year as a whole; each month here averages only the listings with stays in it.
Permits
None of the 43 active listings in Vinalhaven 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 Vinalhaven.
Neighborhoods
AirROI's area guide picks eight Vinalhaven neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Vinalhaven Village, Carver's Harbor and The Basin. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Vinalhaven Village | The heart of the island with shops, restaurants, and a vibrant local community. It's a great place for tourists looking to explore the charm of island life while having access to modern amenities. | Vinalhaven Historical Society, The Trade Winds, Carver's Harbor, Vinalhaven Ferry Terminal, Local Art Galleries |
| Carver's Harbor | A picturesque harbor area perfect for boating and water activities. Attracts those who want to enjoy the serene waterfront and experience local fishing culture. | Carver's Harbor Kayak Rentals, Fishing Charters, Local Seafood Restaurants, Vinalhaven Boat Yard |
| The Basin | A beautiful, serene area known for its stunning views and tranquility. It appeals to nature lovers and those looking for peaceful retreats away from the hustle. | Vinalhaven Nature Conservancy, The Basin Scenic Overlook, Kayaking in the Basin, Wildlife Watching |
| Clam Cove | A quiet and scenic area popular for its beaches and natural beauty. Ideal for families and couples seeking a relaxing getaway. | Clam Cove Beach, Swimming and Sunbathing, Secluded Picnic Spots, Nature Trails |
| North Haven | A nearby island accessible by a short ferry ride, perfect for day trips. Good for tourists wanting to explore multiple islands in Penobscot Bay. | North Haven Lighthouse, Local Shops and Cafes, Beaches, Scenic Walks |
| Friendship | A charming coastal village known for its artistic community and stunning coastal views, popular with tourists who love art and local crafts. | Friendship's Art Galleries, Coastal Scenery, Local Artisan Markets, Fishing and Boating Opportunities |
| Hayward Point | A scenic area known for its nature trails and hiking opportunities. Attracts tourists interested in outdoor activities and exploring Maine's natural landscapes. | Maine Island Trail, Hiking Trails, Scenic Lookouts, Picnic Areas |
| Vinalhaven State Park | A natural park area with hiking trails and stunning landscapes. Popular with nature enthusiasts and those looking to reconnect with the outdoors. | Hiking Trails, Wildlife Viewing, Scenic Views, Parking Areas for Day Trips |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Almost every Airbnb in Vinalhaven is an entire home: 95% of listings, with private rooms at 5%. Houses are the most common property type at 72%, about 6 times the share of cabins and other outdoor stays (12%).
Nearly all listings rent the whole place
Vinalhaven Airbnb listings by room type
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 95.3% | 41 |
| Private room | 4.7% | 2 |
Listings by property type
Vinalhaven Airbnb listings by property type
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 72.1% | 31 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 11.6% | 5 |
| Apartment/Condo | 9.3% | 4 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 4.7% | 2 |
| Others | 2.3% | 1 |
Two-bedroom homes are the most common size in Vinalhaven (37% of entire homes), and 41% have three or more bedrooms.
Vinalhaven entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 22.0% | 9 |
| 2 bedrooms | 36.6% | 15 |
| 3 bedrooms | 26.8% | 11 |
| 4 bedrooms | 4.9% | 2 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 9.8% | 4 |
A typical two-bedroom home in Vinalhaven earned $19,800 over the past year, against $14,100 for a three-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 bedrooms | 15 | $19,800 | $20,000 | $279 | 48% |
| 3 bedrooms | 11 | $14,100 | $21,200 | $395 | 41% |
The most common capacity in Vinalhaven is four guests (31% of listings), and 40% of listings sleep six or more.
Vinalhaven listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 14.3% | 6 |
| 3 guests | 4.8% | 2 |
| 4 guests | 31.0% | 13 |
| 5 guests | 9.5% | 4 |
| 6 guests | 21.4% | 9 |
| 7 guests | 2.4% | 1 |
| 8+ guests | 16.7% | 7 |
Vinalhaven hosts set up an average of 3.8 beds per listing. Only 12% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
Free on-site parking is common in Vinalhaven: 70% of listings offer it, and 56% have a barbecue grill.
Share of Vinalhaven listings with each common amenity
Guests
Vinalhaven draws mostly domestic guests: 99% of those who left reviews live in the United States. No single city dominates: New York is the largest source, at about 8% of reviews. English is spoken by 68% of guests, and Spanish by 14%.
99% of Vinalhaven guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
Where Vinalhaven guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| New York | 8.5% |
| Portland | 4.8% |
| Somerville | 2.6% |
| Boston | 2.1% |
| South Portland | 2.1% |
Where Vinalhaven guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 97.9% |
| U.S. Virgin Islands | 1.1% |
| Japan | 0.5% |
| New Zealand | 0.5% |
Languages spoken by Vinalhaven guests
Share of guests who left reviews
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 67.6% |
| Spanish | 14.1% |
| French | 7.0% |
| German | 5.6% |
| Portuguese | 1.4% |
Vinalhaven Airbnbs average 4.84 stars, and 53% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on cleanliness: it scores 4.75, against 4.94 for location.
Location scores highest in Vinalhaven; cleanliness is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.86 |
| Cleanliness | 4.75 |
| Communication | 4.92 |
| Location | 4.94 |
| Check-in | 4.93 |
| Value | 4.77 |
Booking patterns
Nearly all Vinalhaven listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 2% 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 Vinalhaven listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 60.5% | 26 |
| 181-270 days | 37.2% | 16 |
| 91-180 days | 2.3% | 1 |
Days a year Vinalhaven listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 181-270 days | 2.3% | 1 |
| 91-180 days | 37.2% | 16 |
| 31-90 days | 37.2% | 16 |
| 1-30 days | 23.3% | 10 |
The average Vinalhaven booking lasts 6.6 nights, longest in July and shortest in January. Listings took about 12 bookings each over the year. About three-quarters 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 Vinalhaven
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Two-year average by calendar month.
Only 23% of listings in Vinalhaven accept stays of one or two nights; the most common minimum is four to six nights.
Minimum stay set by Vinalhaven listings
Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Vinalhaven, used by 37% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: about eight in ten listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 16% on Flexible or Moderate.
Cancellation policies of Vinalhaven listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
86% of Vinalhaven listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is about $175. Spread over the average stay of 6.6 nights, that adds roughly $25 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 9% of gross revenue.
Top earners
The top-grossing Airbnb in Vinalhaven, a five-bedroom home, took in $78,800 over the past year, about 3.7 times the city's average of $21,200. Three of the six listings below have two bedrooms or fewer, so size alone doesn't explain the top of this market.
Charming Historic Island Home Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Broom Island Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Waterfront getaway w/4 paddle board/kayak combos Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.93
Creeds Cove Cottage in the Reach Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 5.00
City Point Beautiful Cottage on Old Harbor Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Eleanor's Cottage Entire home · 1 bedroom Rated 5.00 Professional management companies run a third of Vinalhaven listings and owners run the rest. Only 19% of listings are run by Superhosts. Most hosts still vet their guests: only 16% 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 84% of listings.
Nearby markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 31 km, Camden (25 km away) earned the most per listing, about 57% more than Vinalhaven.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stonington 18 km | 84 | $21,577 | $252 | 43% |
| Owls Head 20 km | 46 | $29,037 | $324 | 45% |
| Rockland 22 km | 53 | $26,129 | $261 | 45% |
| Deer Isle 24 km | 76 | $22,803 | $302 | 42% |
| Rockport 24 km | 71 | $31,846 | $344 | 44% |
| Camden 25 km | 170 | $33,352 | $341 | 44% |
| Lincolnville 30 km | 89 | $26,438 | $308 | 39% |
| Saint George 31 km | 78 | $23,921 | $368 | 35% |
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FAQ
An active Vinalhaven Airbnb grossed $21,231 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 43 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $4,710 or more in a typical month.
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Vinalhaven listings earn between $1,670 and $4,710 in a typical month, and the top tenth $6,380 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 Vinalhaven were booked on 43% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 43% for the Maine average. July is usually the busiest month.
The average booked night in Vinalhaven cost $318 before fees. Half of listings charge between $210 and $370, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
None of the active Vinalhaven 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 Vinalhaven Airbnb grossed $21,231 in the 12 months to September 2026, 44% below the Maine average of $37,768. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, $14,011 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 $2,290 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
July usually pays best, averaging $7,240 per active listing over the past two years, and November usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
Each night a Vinalhaven listing was open to book earned $140 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 $243 or more.
Vinalhaven stays were booked 99 days (about three and a half months) before arrival on average over the past year, so a listing that opens its calendar late misses many bookings.
The average Vinalhaven Airbnb stay lasted 6.6 nights over the past year. A listing took 12 reservations over the year on average.
Guests rate Vinalhaven Airbnbs 4.84 out of 5 on average. Guests score location highest and cleanliness lowest.
Vinalhaven Village, Carver's Harbor and The Basin draw the most short-term rental interest in Vinalhaven. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
AirROI counted 43 active Airbnb listings in Vinalhaven as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Stonington, 18 km away.
In Vinalhaven, 86% of listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about $175.
Method
Figures on this page cover 43 active Airbnb listings in Vinalhaven 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.
Need this programmatically? The same metrics are available through the AirROI Airbnb Data API and bulk downloads in the data portal.