Updated-Private Beach-Lake Views-Hot Tub-Fire Pit Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- $116,870
- Occupancy
- 63.7%
- Daily rate
- $588
Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Benton Harbor, MI Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Benton Harbor brought in $39,553 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 16% more than the Michigan average of $34,144.
The short answer
Benton Harbor Airbnb Market at a Glance
Bookings in Benton Harbor run ahead of the Michigan average, at prices about 9% higher. Listings averaged $353 a night and were booked on 45% of available nights, against $325 and 40% for the Michigan average.
Timing matters: in July, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 4.3 times as much as in January, usually the slowest. With only 37 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 37 active listings, Benton Harbor is the 163rd-largest of 378 Michigan markets AirROI tracks.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Benton Harbor?
Gross bookings per Benton Harbor listing averaged $39,553 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Michigan average: $34,144), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Benton Harbor listing brings in $8,370 in July, its best month, and $1,930 in January, its slowest. February runs within 1% of January, so either can be the slowest 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.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $9,760+ a month, about 2.9 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $5,710 or more, roughly $2,300 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $3,380 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $2,020 or less, about 60% 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 4.3 times what January does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $3,740 $10,300 $1,520
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.
Benton Harbor 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, nightly rate and bookings alike.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | $3,869 | 40.7% | $323 | $129 | 47 days | 5.1 nights |
| Oct 2025 | $3,511 | 45.4% | $318 | $113 | 36 days | 5 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $2,792 | 44.0% | $306 | $93 | 28 days | 3.1 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $2,703 | 26.6% | $304 | $87 | 27 days | 3.1 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $2,304 | 25.8% | $293 | $74 | 19 days | 4.1 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $2,295 | 27.9% | $294 | $82 | 28 days | 5.1 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $2,508 | 29.0% | $295 | $81 | 18 days | 7.5 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $2,492 | 32.9% | $302 | $83 | 30 days | 4.5 nights |
| May 2026 | $4,841 | 46.9% | $368 | $156 | 43 days | 3.9 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $7,971 | 60.3% | $464 | $266 | 71 days | 4.4 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $10,288 | 66.5% | $483 | $332 | 81 days | 4.7 nights |
| Aug 2026 | $8,572 | 60.5% | $466 | $277 | 72 days | 3.2 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 Benton Harbor market, enter its address and size in the Airbnb income calculator, which compares it with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Benton Harbor Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Benton Harbor Airbnb took in $39,553 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $2,080 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 $3,550 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $4,730 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $2,470 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $1,790 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.
Benton Harbor Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | $34,823 | $58,890 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay12% of Benton Harbor bookings | $4,730 | $8,000 |
| Gross bookings | $39,553 | $66,890 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 84% of Benton Harbor listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$5,330 | −$9,010 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$4,730 | −$8,000 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$1,980 | −$3,340 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$790 | −$1,340 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$1,190 | −$2,010 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −$400 | −$400 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −$200 | −$200 |
| 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 | −$14,620 | −$24,300 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $24,933about $2,080 a month | $42,590about $3,550 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Benton Harbor Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Benton Harbor'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 Benton Harbor 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 Benton Harbor's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Benton Harbor listings are booked on 58% or more of their nights, against 37% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of $260 adds about $2,580 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge $420 a night or more, against a median of $260. 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 $3,480 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, July brings the average listing about $8,370, against $1,930 in January, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Benton Harbor listings average 4.86 stars, and 41% 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 $5,570 a month, against $3,300 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Benton Harbor?
Benton Harbor listings were booked on 45% of the nights they were open over the past year, 5 percentage points above the Michigan average (40%) and 4 points above the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy swings from 23% in January to 68% in July.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 3.1 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 78%+ of open nights, 41 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 58% or more, roughly four nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 37% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 25% or less, under two nights a week.
July is usually the busiest month in Benton Harbor, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 40% 69% 19%
The 12-month rate of 45% 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 Benton Harbor?
The average nightly rate in Benton Harbor, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $353 over the past year, about 9% above the Michigan and U.S. averages ($325 and $320). In a typical year, rates peak in July at about $410 and bottom out in November at about $275.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 3.4 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge $635+ a night, about 2.5 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge $420 or more, about $160 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about $260 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge $185 or less, about three-quarters of the median.
July rates run 48% above November's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $324 $483 $249
The 12-month ADR of $353 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 Benton Harbor?
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 Benton Harbor it averaged $168 over the past year, from about $62 in a typical January to about $270 in a typical July.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $356+ per open night, about 2.8 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $202 or more, about $75 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $127 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $102 or less, about 20% below the median.
July RevPAR is about 4.3 times January's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $122 $332 $49
The 12-month RevPAR of $168 averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Benton Harbor
With only 37 active listings, the monthly pattern in Benton Harbor is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue has tended to peak in July and bottom out in January.
Average revenue by month in Benton Harbor
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average $3,860 $8,370 $1,930
Revenue by month in Benton Harbor in numbers
| Month | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|
| January | $1,930 |
| February | $1,930 |
| March | $2,010 |
| April | $2,230 |
| May | $4,840 |
| June | $6,230 |
| July | $8,370 |
| August | $7,200 |
| September | $3,630 |
| October | $3,090 |
| November | $2,510 |
| December | $2,290 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Benton Harbor?
Guests book Benton Harbor stays 54 days ahead on average (about eight weeks). July stays are booked furthest out, about 76 days ahead, and January stays closest to arrival, about 14 days. A typical July booking is made in late April.
July stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 35 days 81 days 9 days
The 12-month figure of 54 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 Benton Harbor
None of the 37 active listings in Benton Harbor 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 Benton Harbor.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Benton Harbor
AirROI's area guide picks five Benton Harbor neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by St. Joseph, Benton Harbor Waterfront and Lake Michigan Shore. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| St. Joseph | Known for its stunning beaches, quaint shops, and vibrant arts scene, St. Joseph attracts visitors looking for a picturesque small-town escape by the lake, making it ideal for vacation rentals. | Silver Beach County Park, St. Joseph North Pier Lighthouse, The Curious Kids' Museum, Harbor Shores Golf Club, Lakeside, Water Street Glassworks |
| Benton Harbor Waterfront | This area is undergoing revitalization and offers picturesque views of the waterfront, appealing to tourists eager to explore local attractions and enjoy water activities. | Benton Harbor Arts District, The Inn at Harbor Shores, Benton Harbor Marina, Jean Klock Park, Benton Harbor City Farm |
| Lake Michigan Shore | This stretch of shoreline offers breathtaking views and easy access to various beach towns, making it a prime location for investment due to its popularity with vacationers. | Wineries and vineyards, Beaches along Lake Michigan, Scenic drives, Fishing and boating opportunities, Nature trails |
| Coloma | A peaceful town known for its fruit orchards and proximity to Lake Michigan, making it a charming destination for weekend getaways and summer visitors. | Coloma Township Park, Paw Paw River, Local berry farms, Historical sites, Outdoor activities |
| Grand Haven | A little further north but a popular spot for beach-goers and families, Grand Haven's boardwalk and lighthouse attract plenty of tourists during the summer months. | Grand Haven State Park, Grand Haven Lighthouse, musical fountain, Boardwalk shops, Local dining options |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Benton Harbor Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Every Airbnb in Benton Harbor is an entire home: all 37 listings rent the whole place. Houses are the most common property type at 65%, about twice the share of apartments and condos (32%).
Every listing rents the whole place
Benton Harbor Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 100%
Room types in numbers
Listings by property type
Benton Harbor Airbnb listings by property type
- House 65%
- Apartment/Condo 32%
- Unique stay 3%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 64.9% | 24 |
| Apartment/Condo | 32.4% | 12 |
| Unique stay | 2.7% | 1 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Benton Harbor Have?
Most Benton Harbor homes are built for groups: 51% of entire homes have three or more bedrooms, and three-bedroom homes are the most common size (30%).
Benton Harbor entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms
27%
22%
30%
19%
3%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 27.0% | 10 |
| 2 bedrooms | 21.6% | 8 |
| 3 bedrooms | 29.7% | 11 |
| 4 bedrooms | 18.9% | 7 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 2.7% | 1 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Benton Harbor
A typical one-bedroom home in Benton Harbor earned $35,000 over the past year, against $24,300 for a three-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 10 | $35,000 | $30,600 | $183 | 54% |
| 3 bedrooms | 11 | $24,300 | $35,700 | $343 | 42% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Benton Harbor Sleep?
Benton Harbor is a group-trip market: 35% of listings sleep eight or more guests, about 1.6 times the share of the next most common size, six guests (22%).
Benton Harbor listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
19%
3%
8%
11%
22%
3%
35%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 18.9% | 7 |
| 3 guests | 2.7% | 1 |
| 4 guests | 8.1% | 3 |
| 5 guests | 10.8% | 4 |
| 6 guests | 21.6% | 8 |
| 7 guests | 2.7% | 1 |
| 8+ guests | 35.1% | 13 |
How Benton Harbor Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Benton Harbor hosts set up an average of 3.6 beds per listing. 51% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 12
- Beds per listing
- 3.6
- Show exact location
- 51%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Benton Harbor Offer?
Fire pits are common in Benton Harbor: 54% of listings have one, and 95% have a washer.
Share of Benton Harbor listings with each common amenity
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Benton Harbor?
Benton Harbor draws mostly domestic guests: 98% of those who left reviews live in the United States. Chicago alone accounts for 14% of reviews. English is spoken by 73% of guests, and Spanish by 14%.
98% of Benton Harbor guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 98%
- International 2%
Where Benton Harbor guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Chicago | 14.5% |
| Indianapolis | 4.4% |
| Carmel | 1.5% |
| Ann Arbor | 1.5% |
| Lakewood | 1.2% |
Where Benton Harbor guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 98.0% |
| Canada | 0.9% |
| Italy | 0.3% |
| Botswana | 0.3% |
Languages spoken by Benton Harbor guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 73.5% |
| Spanish | 14.3% |
| German | 2.7% |
| French | 2.0% |
| American Sign Language | 0.7% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Benton Harbor?
Benton Harbor Airbnbs average 4.86 stars, and 41% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on location: it scores 4.64, against 4.96 for host communication.
Communication scores highest in Benton Harbor; location is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
Category scores in numbers
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.88 |
| Cleanliness | 4.89 |
| Communication | 4.96 |
| Location | 4.64 |
| Check-in | 4.93 |
| Value | 4.74 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Benton Harbor: Stays, Rules and Fees
More than nine in ten Benton Harbor listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 11% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 91 to 180 days a year, covering 46% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Benton Harbor listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 43%
- 181-270 days 49%
- 91-180 days 5%
- 1-30 days 3%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 43.2% | 16 |
| 181-270 days | 48.6% | 18 |
| 91-180 days | 5.4% | 2 |
| 1-30 days | 2.7% | 1 |
Days a year Benton Harbor listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 3%
- 181-270 days 8%
- 91-180 days 46%
- 31-90 days 38%
- 1-30 days 5%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 2.7% | 1 |
| 181-270 days | 8.1% | 3 |
| 91-180 days | 45.9% | 17 |
| 31-90 days | 37.8% | 14 |
| 1-30 days | 5.4% | 2 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Benton Harbor?
The average Benton Harbor booking lasts 4.9 nights, longest in April and shortest in August. Listings took about 26 bookings each over the year. More than half 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 Benton Harbor
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 4 nights 5.2 nights 3 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Benton Harbor Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
About three-quarters of listings in Benton Harbor accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Benton Harbor 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 Benton Harbor?
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Benton Harbor, used by 49% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: nearly three-quarters of listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 24% on Flexible or Moderate.
Cancellation policies of Benton Harbor listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Benton Harbor?
95% of Benton Harbor listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is about $150. Spread over the average stay of 4.9 nights, that adds roughly $30 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 12% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- $150
- Average cleaning fee
- $188
- Listings charging a fee
- 94.6%
- Share of gross revenue
- 12.0%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Benton Harbor
The top-grossing Airbnb in Benton Harbor, a four-bedroom home, took in $117,000 over the past year, about three times the city's average of $39,600.
Updated-Private Beach-Lake Views-Hot Tub-Fire Pit Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 5.00 
Welcome to the Shore Thing! Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.98 - Revenue
- $110,154
- Occupancy
- 79.3%
- Daily rate
- $323
Majestic Cottage Estate with Indoor Heated Pool Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.97 - Revenue
- $104,996
- Occupancy
- 49.8%
- Daily rate
- $893
Private beach, hot tub, lake views, firepit, golf Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.94 - Revenue
- $100,370
- Occupancy
- 34.4%
- Daily rate
- $936
Lake Home w/ Amazing Views Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- $83,282
- Occupancy
- 44.9%
- Daily rate
- $539
Hot Tub + Game Room | King Beds | Sleeps 10 Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.99 - Revenue
- $74,730
- Occupancy
- 45.9%
- Daily rate
- $443
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Benton Harbor?
Professional management companies run 27% of Benton Harbor listings and owners run the rest, though 49% of listings have a co-host. Superhosts run 54% of listings. Most hosts still vet their guests: only 24% 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.
- Superhosts
- 54.1%
- Professional management
- 27.0%
- Cohosted listings
- 48.6%
- Instant Book enabled
- 24.3%
- Simplified Pricing
- 83.8%
Nearby markets
Benton Harbor vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 23 km, Stevensville (14 km away, 35 listings) earned the most per listing, about 53% more than Benton Harbor.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Joseph 4 km | 72 | $37,580 | $385 | 40% |
| Lake Michigan Beach 12 km | 80 | $41,144 | $378 | 45% |
| Lincoln Charter Township 12 km | 57 | $46,971 | $399 | 42% |
| Stevensville 14 km | 35 | $60,357 | $462 | 39% |
| Coloma Charter Township 16 km | 41 | $46,617 | $456 | 40% |
| Watervliet Township 18 km | 30 | $35,208 | $332 | 40% |
| Keeler Township 21 km | 43 | $45,918 | $483 | 39% |
| Silver Creek Township 23 km | 31 | $39,418 | $400 | 37% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Michigan
- Detroit Airbnb data 1,236 listings
- Traverse City Airbnb data 794 listings
- Ann Arbor Airbnb data 562 listings
- South Haven Airbnb data 559 listings
- Grand Rapids Airbnb data 400 listings
- Lansing Airbnb data 295 listings
- Saugatuck Airbnb data 294 listings
- Royal Oak Airbnb data 273 listings
See all 378 Michigan Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Benton Harbor
Markets elsewhere in the United States with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Benton Harbor:
- Stanley Airbnb data VA · $348/night · 44.8%
- Evergreen Airbnb data CO · $347/night · 44.7%
- Hurricane Airbnb data UT · $351/night · 44.1%
- Mount Hood Village Airbnb data OR · $344/night · 44.9%
- Fountain Hills Airbnb data AZ · $353/night · 43.9%
- Yucca Valley Airbnb data CA · $348/night · 44.2%
FAQ
Benton Harbor Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Benton Harbor?
An active Benton Harbor Airbnb grossed $39,553 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 $5,710 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Benton Harbor?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Benton Harbor listings earn between $2,020 and $5,710 in a typical month, and the top tenth $9,760 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 Benton Harbor?
Listings in Benton Harbor were booked on 45% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 40% for the Michigan average. July is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Benton Harbor?
The average booked night in Benton Harbor cost $353 before fees. Half of listings charge between $185 and $420, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Benton Harbor?
None of the active Benton Harbor 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 Benton Harbor?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Benton Harbor Airbnb grossed $39,553 in the 12 months to September 2026, 16% above the Michigan average of $34,144. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, $24,933 a year (about $2,080 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 $3,550 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Benton Harbor?
July usually pays best, averaging $8,370 per active listing over the past two years, and January usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Benton Harbor?
Each night a Benton Harbor listing was open to book earned $168 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 $356 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Benton Harbor?
Benton Harbor stays were booked 54 days (about eight 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 Benton Harbor?
The average Benton Harbor Airbnb stay lasted 4.9 nights over the past year. A listing took 26 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Benton Harbor rated?
Guests rate Benton Harbor Airbnbs 4.86 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and location lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Benton Harbor?
St. Joseph, Benton Harbor Waterfront and Lake Michigan Shore draw the most short-term rental interest in Benton Harbor. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Benton Harbor?
AirROI counted 37 active Airbnb listings in Benton Harbor as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Saint Joseph, 4 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Benton Harbor?
In Benton Harbor, 95% of listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about $150.
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About This Data
Figures on this page cover 37 active Airbnb listings in Benton Harbor 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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