Gorgeous, Fully Remodeled Open Floor-Plan! Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.67 - Revenue
- $49,919
- Occupancy
- 64.8%
- Daily rate
- $206
Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Pontiac, MI Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Pontiac brought in $10,436 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 69% less than the Michigan average of $34,144.
The short answer
Pontiac Airbnb Market at a Glance
Pontiac is priced below the Michigan average. Listings averaged $132 a night, about 59% less than that average of $325, and were booked on 39% of available nights, close to its 40% occupancy.
September, usually the best month, brings in about 62% more per listing than November, usually the slowest. With only 48 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 48 active listings, Pontiac is the 120th-largest of 378 Michigan markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue fell 4%.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Pontiac?
Gross bookings per Pontiac listing averaged $10,436 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 Pontiac listing brings in $1,910 in September, its best month, and $1,180 in November, its slowest. February runs within 3% of September, so either can come out on top 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 5.3 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $3,970+ a month, about three times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $2,640 or more, roughly $1,300 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $1,300 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $489 or less, about 38% 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.
September earns about 1.6 times what November does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $1,600 $2,240 $1,160
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.
Pontiac 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 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, September is usually the strongest month.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | $2,024 | 51.5% | $104 | $67 | 38 days | 8.6 nights |
| Oct 2025 | $1,326 | 36.4% | $103 | $43 | 18 days | 5.9 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $1,199 | 31.5% | $102 | $40 | 27 days | 6.9 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $1,572 | 35.2% | $104 | $51 | 18 days | 5.4 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $1,408 | 29.9% | $102 | $45 | 32 days | 9.9 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $2,198 | 46.6% | $100 | $78 | 34 days | 7.3 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $1,454 | 40.4% | $101 | $47 | 11 days | 8.1 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $2,138 | 44.7% | $104 | $71 | 21 days | 7.7 nights |
| May 2026 | $1,539 | 33.6% | $120 | $50 | 24 days | 9.2 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $1,828 | 35.7% | $118 | $61 | 25 days | 4 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $2,237 | 42.7% | $120 | $72 | 24 days | 9.7 nights |
| Aug 2026 | $1,682 | 35.8% | $117 | $54 | 39 days | 5.1 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 Pontiac home could earn, enter its address, bedrooms and guests in the short-term rental calculator; it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Pontiac Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Pontiac Airbnb took in $10,436 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $580 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 $1,190 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $1,030 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $670 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $500 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.
Pontiac Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | $9,406 | $19,050 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay10% of Pontiac bookings | $1,030 | $2,080 |
| Gross bookings | $10,436 | $21,130 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 12%: 15.5% for the 73% of Pontiac listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$1,260 | −$2,560 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$1,030 | −$2,080 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$520 | −$1,060 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$210 | −$420 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$310 | −$630 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −$100 | −$100 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −$50 | −$50 |
| 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 | −$3,480 | −$6,900 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $6,956about $580 a month | $14,230about $1,190 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Pontiac Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Pontiac'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 Pontiac 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 Pontiac's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Pontiac listings are booked on 57% or more of their nights, against 35% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of $73 adds about $732 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge $155 a night or more, against a median of $73. 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 $940 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, September brings the average listing about $1,910, against $1,180 in November, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Pontiac listings average 4.64 stars, and 19% 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 $1,760 a month, against $870 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Pontiac?
Pontiac listings were booked on 39% of the nights they were open over the past year, in line with the Michigan average and 2 percentage points below the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 52% in September and falls to 35% in November.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 4.5 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 75%+ of open nights, 40 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 57% or more, roughly four nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 35% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 17% or less, under two nights a week.
September is usually the busiest month in Pontiac, November the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 41% 52% 30%
The 12-month rate of 39% 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 Pontiac?
The average nightly rate in Pontiac, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $132 over the past year, about 59% below the Michigan and U.S. averages ($325 and $320). Averaged month by month over the past two years, rates peak in June and July at about $115 and bottom out in February and November at about $94.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 7.2 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge $255+ a night, about 3.5 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge $155 or more, about $80 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about $73 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge $36 or less, about half of the median.
July rates run 20% above February's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $101 $120 $87
The 12-month ADR of $132 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 Pontiac?
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 Pontiac it averaged $48 over the past year, from about $39 in a typical November to about $67 in a typical February.
A small group of listings earns several times more per open night than the rest.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $101+ per open night, about 3.1 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $73 or more, about $40 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $32 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $18 or less, about 57% of the median.
February RevPAR is about 1.7 times November's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $53 $78 $39
The 12-month RevPAR of $48 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 Pontiac
With only 48 active listings, the monthly pattern in Pontiac is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue has tended to peak in September and bottom out in November.
Average revenue by month in Pontiac
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average $1,600 $1,910 $1,180
Revenue by month in Pontiac in numbers
| Month | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|
| January | $1,450 |
| February | $1,870 |
| March | $1,420 |
| April | $1,710 |
| May | $1,610 |
| June | $1,540 |
| July | $1,830 |
| August | $1,570 |
| September | $1,910 |
| October | $1,460 |
| November | $1,180 |
| December | $1,590 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Pontiac?
Guests book Pontiac stays 23 days ahead on average (about three weeks). September stays are booked furthest out, about 34 days ahead, and December stays closest to arrival, about 19 days. A typical September booking is made in mid-August.
September stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 24 days 39 days 11 days
Permits
Airbnb Permits and Registration in Pontiac
None of the 48 active listings in Pontiac 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 Pontiac.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Pontiac
AirROI's area guide picks seven Pontiac neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Downtown Pontiac, Great Lakes Crossing Outlets and Oakland University. 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 Pontiac | The revitalized downtown area with a mix of historic buildings and modern amenities. Perfect for visitors who want to explore local shops, restaurants, and cultural sites. | The Crofoot, Pontiac's Historic District, The Flagstar Strand Theatre, Local breweries, Pontiac City Hall |
| Great Lakes Crossing Outlets | A large shopping center that attracts visitors from all over the region. Ideal for hosting families and shoppers looking for a convenient place to stay near the outlets. | Great Lakes Crossing Outlets, Sea Life Michigan Aquarium, Legoland Discovery Center, Indoor entertainment centers, Dining options |
| Oakland University | Home to a large student population and many university-related events. Ideal for hosting families visiting students or attending campus events. | Oakland University Campus, Varner Hall, Meadow Brook Hall, Sports events, Cultural events |
| Pontiac Silverdome | Formerly a major sports venue, it attracts sports and music fans. While not operational, events around the area bring in visitors. | Silverdome ruins, Local events, Nearby parks, Dine in Pontiac, Sports enthusiasts meetups |
| Pine Knob | A famous ski and outdoor recreation area that attracts visitors year-round. Great for those looking to enjoy nature and outdoor activities. | Pine Knob Ski Resort, Concerts at Pine Knob, Hiking trails, Water parks, Local dining options |
| Old Town Pontiac | Featuring historic homes and buildings, this area appeals to visitors interested in local history and architecture. Offers a unique cultural experience. | Historic architecture, Local art galleries, Boutique shops, Olive's Restaurant, Cultural festivals |
| Lakeside Parks | The scenic area features multiple parks and lakes, attracting those who enjoy the outdoors and recreational activities. Ideal for nature lovers. | Dodge Park, Riverside Park, Fishing and boating, Picnic areas, Nature trails |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Pontiac Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Entire homes make up 60% of listings in Pontiac, alongside 19 private-room listings (40%). Houses account for 77% of the stock; apartments and condos come next at 15%.
Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment
Pontiac Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 60%
- Private room 40%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 60.4% | 29 |
| Private room | 39.6% | 19 |
Houses dominate the property mix
Pontiac Airbnb listings by property type
- House 77%
- Apartment/Condo 15%
- Others 6%
- Cabin/Outdoor 2%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 77.1% | 37 |
| Apartment/Condo | 14.6% | 7 |
| Others | 6.3% | 3 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 2.1% | 1 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Pontiac Have?
The most common size among Pontiac's 27 entire homes with a bedroom count is three bedrooms (11 homes).
Pontiac entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
4%
26%
26%
41%
4%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 3.7% | 1 |
| 1 bedroom | 25.9% | 7 |
| 2 bedrooms | 25.9% | 7 |
| 3 bedrooms | 40.7% | 11 |
| 4 bedrooms | 3.7% | 1 |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Pontiac Sleep?
The most common capacity in Pontiac is four guests (32% of listings), and 42% of listings sleep six or more. Shares are of the 31 listings with a guest capacity on file (65% of the market).
Pontiac listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
3%
13%
3%
32%
6%
16%
10%
16%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | 3.2% | 1 |
| 2 guests | 12.9% | 4 |
| 3 guests | 3.2% | 1 |
| 4 guests | 32.3% | 10 |
| 5 guests | 6.5% | 2 |
| 6 guests | 16.1% | 5 |
| 7 guests | 9.7% | 3 |
| 8+ guests | 16.1% | 5 |
How Pontiac Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Pontiac hosts set up an average of 2 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
- 9
- Beds per listing
- 2
- Show exact location
- 42%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Pontiac Offer?
Self check-in is close to standard in Pontiac: 98% of listings offer it, and 85% have a dedicated workspace.
Share of Pontiac listings with each common amenity
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Pontiac?
Pontiac draws mostly domestic guests: 93% of those who left reviews live in the United States. No single city dominates: Chicago is the largest source, at about 5% of reviews. Of the 7% from abroad, the largest groups come from the United Kingdom and Slovenia.
93% of Pontiac guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 93%
- International 7%
Where Pontiac guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Chicago | 5.4% |
| Ann Arbor | 2.0% |
| Columbus | 2.0% |
| Austin | 1.4% |
| New York | 1.4% |
Where Pontiac guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 92.6% |
| United Kingdom | 1.4% |
| Slovenia | 1.4% |
| Canada | 1.4% |
| Taiwan | 0.7% |
Languages spoken by Pontiac guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 78.9% |
| Spanish | 9.9% |
| Hebrew | 1.4% |
| Polish | 1.4% |
| Italian | 1.4% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Pontiac?
Pontiac Airbnbs average 4.64 stars, and 19% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on location: it scores 4.53, against 4.81 for check-in.
Check-in scores highest in Pontiac; 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 | 4.73 |
| Cleanliness | 4.65 |
| Communication | 4.80 |
| Location | 4.53 |
| Check-in | 4.81 |
| Value | 4.60 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Pontiac: Stays, Rules and Fees
94% of Pontiac listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 6% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 35% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Pontiac listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 69%
- 181-270 days 25%
- 91-180 days 6%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 68.8% | 33 |
| 181-270 days | 25.0% | 12 |
| 91-180 days | 6.3% | 3 |
Days a year Pontiac listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 181-270 days 6%
- 91-180 days 29%
- 31-90 days 35%
- 1-30 days 29%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 181-270 days | 6.3% | 3 |
| 91-180 days | 29.2% | 14 |
| 31-90 days | 35.4% | 17 |
| 1-30 days | 29.2% | 14 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Pontiac?
The average Pontiac booking lasts 8.4 nights, longest in March and shortest in June. Listings took about 11 bookings each over the year. About seven in ten 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 Pontiac
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 7.7 nights 9.3 nights 6.3 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Pontiac Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
About six in ten listings in Pontiac accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Pontiac 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 Pontiac?
Flexible is the most common cancellation policy in Pontiac, used by 42% of listings; it refunds guests in full if they cancel at least a day before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: nearly two-thirds of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 35% on Firm or stricter ones.
Cancellation policies of Pontiac listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Pontiac?
About eight in ten Pontiac listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is $84, and some higher fees lift the average to $164. Spread over the average stay of 8.4 nights, that adds roughly $10 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 10% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- $84
- Average cleaning fee
- $164
- Listings charging a fee
- 79.2%
- Share of gross revenue
- 9.9%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Pontiac
The top-grossing Airbnb in Pontiac, a four-bedroom home, took in $49,900 over the past year, about 4.8 times the city's average of $10,400. Four of the six listings below have two bedrooms or fewer, so size alone doesn't explain the top of this market.
Gorgeous, Fully Remodeled Open Floor-Plan! Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.67 
30 North Properties' 601 Loft Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.67 - Revenue
- $38,530
- Occupancy
- 27.8%
- Daily rate
- $480
30 North Properties' 607 Loft Entire home · 1 bedroom Rated 4.91 - Revenue
- $32,303
- Occupancy
- 34.8%
- Daily rate
- $310
30 North Properties' 602 Loft Entire home · 1 bedroom Rated 4.92 - Revenue
- $30,242
- Occupancy
- 36.0%
- Daily rate
- $280
Creative Rest Bungalow Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.84 - Revenue
- $28,924
- Occupancy
- 62.3%
- Daily rate
- $121
Cozy 2 Bedroom Home, Across from a Park & Lake Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.90 - Revenue
- $26,455
- Occupancy
- 72.5%
- Daily rate
- $120
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Pontiac?
Only 6% of Pontiac listings are classed as professionally managed, though 35% of listings have a co-host. Only a quarter of listings are run by Superhosts. Most hosts still vet their guests: only 29% 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 73% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 25.0%
- Professional management
- 6.3%
- Cohosted listings
- 35.4%
- Instant Book enabled
- 29.2%
- Simplified Pricing
- 72.9%
Nearby markets
Pontiac vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 20 km, Birmingham (14 km away, 55 listings) earned the most per listing, about three times as much as Pontiac. Rochester Hills was the busiest, booked on 47% of nights against 39% in Pontiac.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auburn Hills 5 km | 64 | $18,576 | $146 | 44% |
| Waterford Township 7 km | 37 | $27,907 | $284 | 39% |
| Rochester Hills 13 km | 46 | $18,353 | $175 | 47% |
| Birmingham 14 km | 55 | $30,576 | $295 | 43% |
| Troy 15 km | 36 | $27,180 | $205 | 45% |
| Southfield 19 km | 60 | $15,695 | $177 | 39% |
| Royal Oak 19 km | 273 | $27,441 | $214 | 45% |
| Farmington Hills 20 km | 52 | $21,376 | $183 | 42% |
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
- Chikaming Township Airbnb data 266 listings
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Markets Similar to Pontiac
Markets elsewhere in the United States with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Pontiac:
- Merced Airbnb data CA · $134/night · 38.5%
- Metairie Airbnb data LA · $134/night · 38.1%
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- Fortuna Foothills Airbnb data AZ · $140/night · 38.4%
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FAQ
Pontiac Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Pontiac?
An active Pontiac Airbnb grossed $10,436 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 48 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $2,640 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Pontiac?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Pontiac listings earn between $489 and $2,640 in a typical month, and the top tenth $3,970 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb income calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
What is the average Airbnb occupancy rate in Pontiac?
Listings in Pontiac were booked on 39% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 40% for the Michigan average. September is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Pontiac?
The average booked night in Pontiac cost $132 before fees. Half of listings charge between $36 and $155, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Pontiac?
None of the active Pontiac 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 Pontiac?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Pontiac Airbnb grossed $10,436 in the 12 months to September 2026, 69% below 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, $6,956 a year (about $580 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 $1,190 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Pontiac?
September usually pays best, averaging $1,910 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.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Pontiac?
Each night a Pontiac listing was open to book earned $48 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 $101 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Pontiac?
Pontiac stays were booked 23 days (about three 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 Pontiac?
The average Pontiac Airbnb stay lasted 8.4 nights over the past year. A listing took 11 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Pontiac rated?
Guests rate Pontiac Airbnbs 4.64 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and location lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Pontiac?
Downtown Pontiac, Great Lakes Crossing Outlets and Oakland University draw the most short-term rental interest in Pontiac. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Pontiac?
AirROI counted 48 active Airbnb listings in Pontiac as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Auburn Hills, 5 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Pontiac?
In Pontiac, about eight in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is $84, and some higher fees lift the average to $164.
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About This Data
Figures on this page cover 48 active Airbnb listings in Pontiac 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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