Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026

Rochester, MN Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends

Source: AirROI Reviewed by , Founder @ AirROI Updated

Active Airbnb listings
487
Avg. booking lead time
34 days
Listings showing a permit
0%
Peak revenue month
July
Lowest revenue month
February

The short answer

Rochester Airbnb Market at a Glance

Rochester is cheaper but busier than the Minnesota average. Listings averaged $150 a night and were booked on 52% of available nights, against $260 and 43% for the Minnesota average.

July, usually the best month, brings in about 88% more per listing than February, usually the slowest.

With 487 active listings, Rochester is the third-largest of 113 Minnesota markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 24% while the number of active listings grew 5%.

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Revenue

How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Rochester?

Gross bookings per Rochester listing averaged $22,394 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Minnesota average: $31,531), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.

In a typical year, the average Rochester listing brings in $3,700 in July, its best month, and $1,970 in February, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 33% 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 $5,250+ a month, about twice the typical property.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn $3,880 or more, roughly $1,300 a month above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about $2,540 a month.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $1,340 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 1.9 times what February does

Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026

Each point is one month as recorded, averaged over the listings active in it. The best and slowest months in the text average each calendar month over the past two years, so they can differ from the highest and lowest points here.

Rochester 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 June 2026.

Average monthly Airbnb revenue, occupancy, nightly rate, RevPAR, booking lead time and length of stay per active listing in Rochester, Sep 2025 to Aug 2026
Month Avg. Revenue Occupancy Avg. Nightly Rate RevPAR Booking Lead Time Avg. Length of Stay
Sep 2025$2,72058.5%$144$9128 days7.8 nights
Oct 2025$2,85059.1%$145$9231 days7.9 nights
Nov 2025$2,59954.6%$144$8731 days8.3 nights
Dec 2025$2,68752.7%$144$8733 days7.4 nights
Jan 2026$2,29148.7%$143$7424 days8.5 nights
Feb 2026$2,17250.6%$143$7822 days8.4 nights
Mar 2026$2,52352.4%$141$8121 days8.3 nights
Apr 2026$2,54853.8%$143$8542 days7.8 nights
May 2026$2,78453.3%$154$9039 days8.4 nights
Jun 2026$3,70265.0%$159$12345 days8.2 nights
Jul 2026$3,92063.1%$161$12644 days8.3 nights
Aug 2026$3,29462.5%$158$10640 days7.6 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.

The typical Rochester listing earns about $2,540 a month, but one property can land well above or below that. The Airbnb calculator gives a range for a specific address, built from the comparable listings around it.

Profit

Is an Airbnb in Rochester Profitable?

Yes, when it's run well. The average Rochester Airbnb took in $22,394 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $1,220 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 $1,880 a month.

Cleaning it yourself keeps the $2,220 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $1,410 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $1,050 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.

Rochester Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year

A year of income, running costs and what is left for housing costs for an average and a top-quarter Rochester Airbnb
Line Average listing Top-quarter listing
Money in
Nightly bookings$20,174$30,800
Cleaning fees guests pay10% of Rochester bookings$2,220$3,380
Gross bookings$22,394$34,180
Running costs
Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 81% of Rochester listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest−$2,940−$4,490
Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself−$2,220−$3,380
Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings−$1,120−$1,710
Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2%−$450−$680
Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3%−$670−$1,030
Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover−$220−$220
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−$7,730−$11,620
Left for housing costs, then profit$14,664about $1,220 a month$22,560about $1,880 a month
Housing costs
Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees Depend on the home

Estimate Your Own Rochester Airbnb Profit

The estimate starts from Rochester'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 Rochester 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 Rochester's Top Earners Get There

  • More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Rochester listings are booked on 79% or more of their nights, against 61% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of $135 adds about $1,370 in bookings.
  • Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge $185 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 $2,020 a year.
  • Open for the busy months. In a typical year, July brings the average listing about $3,700, against $1,970 in February, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
  • Reviews that stand out. Rochester listings average 4.85 stars, and 59% 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 $2,850 a month, against $1,870 for the average one.

Occupancy

What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Rochester?

Rochester listings were booked on 52% of the nights they were open over the past year, 9 percentage points above the Minnesota average (43%) and 11 points above the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 66% in July and falls to 48% in January.

The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 2.5 times as often as the bottom quarter.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 89%+ of open nights, 28 points above the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) fill 79% or more, roughly six nights a week.
  • Typical properties (median) fill about 61% of open nights.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 35% or less, under three nights a week.

July is usually the busiest month in Rochester, January the quietest

Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026

The 12-month rate of 52% 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 Rochester?

The average nightly rate in Rochester, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $150 over the past year, about 42% below the Minnesota average of $260 and about 53% below the U.S. average of $320. In a typical year, rates peak in June and July at about $155 and bottom out in September and November at about $125.

The top 10% charge about 2.4 times the rate of the bottom quarter.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge $235+ a night, about 1.7 times the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) charge $185 or more, about $50 above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) charge about $135 a night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge $97 or less, about two-thirds of the median.

July rates run 22% above November's

Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026

The 12-month ADR of $150 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 Rochester?

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 Rochester it averaged $83 over the past year, from about $67 in a typical January to about $119 in a typical July.

Per open night, by tier:

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $148+ per open night, about twice the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn $112 or more, about $35 a night above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about $75 per open night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $46 or less, about 61% of the median.

July RevPAR is about 1.8 times January's

Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026

Seasonality

Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Rochester

Rochester has one high season, June through August, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest from November to March and slows again in September. A listing earns about 62% more a month in June through August than in December through February.

Average revenue by month in Rochester

Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years

Revenue by month in Rochester in numbers
Average monthly revenue per active listing in Rochester, by calendar month
Month Season Revenue per listing
JanuaryLow season$2,090
FebruaryLow season$1,970
MarchLow season$2,350
AprilShoulder season$2,460
MayShoulder season$2,800
JuneHigh season$3,460
JulyHigh season$3,700
AugustHigh season$3,100
SeptemberLow season$2,390
OctoberShoulder season$2,500
NovemberLow season$2,240
DecemberLow season$2,280
Average monthly Airbnb revenue, occupancy and nightly rate in Rochester by season
Season Revenue per month Occupancy Nightly rate
High seasonJune–August$3,42063%$153
Shoulder seasonApril–May, October$2,59055%$140
Low seasonSeptember, November–March$2,22052%$131

How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Rochester?

Guests book Rochester stays 34 days ahead on average (about five weeks). July stays are booked furthest out, about 45 days ahead, and February stays closest to arrival, about 21 days. A typical July booking is made in late May.

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 34 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 Rochester

None of the 487 active listings in Rochester 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 Rochester.

Neighborhoods

Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Rochester

AirROI's area guide picks eight Rochester neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Downtown Rochester, Apache Mall and Silver Lake Village. The picks reflect guest appeal, not earnings data or permit eligibility, so check local permit rules for a specific address before buying.

Best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Rochester
Area Who it suits Landmarks nearby
Downtown Rochester The heart of the city, ideal for tourists and professionals visiting the renowned Mayo Clinic and nearby attractions. Offers vibrant nightlife, dining options, and cultural events.Mayo Clinic, Rochester Art Center, Peace Plaza, The Olmsted County History Center, Downtown Farmers Market
Apache Mall A shopping and entertainment hub in Rochester, perfect for attracting visitors looking for convenience and leisure. Features numerous retail stores and dining options.Apache Mall, Servicemen's Memorial, Chateau Theater, Rochester International Airport
Silver Lake Village A residential area that offers a mix of suburban charm and accessibility to Rochester's amenities. Great for families and longer stays.Silver Lake, Rochester Golf and Country Club, Parks and recreation areas
Kutzky Park Known for its historic homes and proximity to parks, this area attracts visitors interested in a quieter, residential experience close to the city.Kutzky Park, Cascade Lake Park, Rochester Downtown Historic District
Rochester Hills A peaceful neighborhood with beautiful homes and parks, ideal for families or individuals wanting a longer-term rental experience.Rochester Hills Park, Nearby trails and recreation, Family-friendly environment
Folwell Neighborhood An up-and-coming area that features a mix of historic homes and new developments, perfect for young professionals and families.Folwell Park, Close to downtown attractions, Local cafés and shops
Eastside Neighborhoods A diverse set of neighborhoods offering a variety of experiences, from quiet residential to lively community spots, appealing to a wide range of visitors.Plum Park, Eastside transition housing, Culver's, Local dining options
West Circle Drive An area that hosts various shopping, dining, and recreational options, suitable for those who prefer a suburban feel with urban conveniences.Shopping centers, Parks and natural areas, Community amenities

Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.

Listings

Rochester Airbnb Listings by Type and Size

Entire homes make up 87% of listings in Rochester, but private rooms are a real segment: about one listing in eight (12%) rents out a single room. Houses are the most common property type at 72%, about 2.8 times the share of apartments and condos (26%).

Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment

Rochester Airbnb listings by room type

  • Entire home 87%
  • Private room 12%
  • Hotel room <1%
Room types in numbers
Rochester Airbnb listings by room type
Room type Share of listings Listings
Entire home87.5%426
Private room12.1%59
Hotel room0.4%2

Listings by property type

Rochester Airbnb listings by property type

  • House 72%
  • Apartment/Condo 26%
  • Others 2%
  • Hotel/Boutique <1%
  • Cabin/Outdoor <1%
Property types in numbers
Rochester Airbnb listings by property type
Property type Share of listings Listings
House71.7%349
Apartment/Condo25.9%126
Others1.6%8
Hotel/Boutique0.6%3
Cabin/Outdoor0.2%1

How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Rochester Have?

Two-bedroom homes are the most common size in Rochester (33% of entire homes), and 46% have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 425 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.

Rochester entire homes by number of bedrooms

Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file

Bedroom counts in numbers
Rochester entire homes by number of bedrooms
Bedrooms Share of entire homes with a bedroom count Entire homes
Studio1.4%6
1 bedroom20.2%86
2 bedrooms32.7%139
3 bedrooms27.5%117
4 bedrooms14.4%61
5+ bedrooms3.8%16

What Each Home Size Earns in Rochester

A typical one-bedroom home in Rochester earned $12,300 over the past year, against $51,900 for a home with five or more bedrooms.

What each home size earns in Rochester
Home size Listings Typical annual revenue (median) Average annual revenue Avg. nightly rate Occupancy
1 bedroom86$12,300$14,200$10255%
2 bedrooms139$18,900$20,700$14053%
3 bedrooms117$28,100$29,900$18456%
4 bedrooms61$27,100$30,500$21251%
5+ bedrooms16$51,900$64,200$35353%

How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Rochester Sleep?

The most common capacity in Rochester is four guests (24% of listings), and 45% of listings sleep six or more. Shares are of the 430 listings with a guest capacity on file (88% of the market).

Rochester listings by guest capacity

Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file

Guest capacity in numbers
Rochester listings by guest capacity
Guest capacity Share of listings with a capacity on file Listings
1 guest0.9%4
2 guests10.9%47
3 guests8.4%36
4 guests24.2%104
5 guests10.5%45
6 guests20.2%87
7 guests6.5%28
8+ guests18.4%79

How Rochester Airbnb Listings Are Set Up

Rochester hosts set up an average of 2.6 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. About a third of listings (34%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.

Photos per listing
11
Beds per listing
2.6
Show exact location
34%

What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Rochester Offer?

Free on-site parking is close to standard in Rochester: 97% of listings offer it, and 73% have a dedicated workspace.

Share of Rochester listings with each common amenity

  • Wifi Nearly all
  • Heating Nearly all
  • Air conditioning Nearly all
  • Smoke alarm 100%
  • Carbon monoxide alarm 98%
  • Kitchen 98%
  • Free parking on premises 97%
  • TV 95%
  • Hot water 95%
  • Dishes and silverware 93%

Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Rochester

Listings in Rochester with a children's playroom earned about 2.4 times as much a year, on average, as those without: $50,900 against $21,600. The gap is smaller for a pool table (about 70% more) and an indoor fireplace (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 Rochester 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

  • Children's playroom +135% on 3% of listings
  • Pool table +72% on 3% of listings
  • Indoor fireplace +62% on 28% of listings
  • Outdoor furniture +61% on 43% of listings
  • Patio or balcony +59% on 55% of listings
  • Smart lock +48% on 25% of listings
  • Backyard +48% on 66% of listings
  • EV charger +47% on 3% of listings
  • Gym +47% on 6% of listings
  • Dedicated workspace +44% on 73% of listings
Revenue by amenity in numbers
Average annual revenue of Rochester listings with and without each amenity
Amenity Listings with it Avg. revenue with Avg. revenue without Revenue gap
Children's playroom3%$50,900$21,600+135%
Pool table3%$37,900$22,000+72%
Indoor fireplace28%$31,000$19,100+62%
Outdoor furniture43%$28,600$17,700+61%
Patio or balcony55%$26,900$16,900+59%
Smart lock25%$29,600$20,000+48%
Backyard66%$25,200$17,000+48%
EV charger3%$32,500$22,000+47%
Gym6%$32,100$21,800+47%
Dedicated workspace73%$24,400$16,900+44%

Guests

Who Books Airbnbs in Rochester?

Rochester draws mostly domestic guests: 96% of those who left reviews live in the United States. No single city dominates: Minneapolis is the largest source outside Rochester, at about 5% of reviews. English is spoken by 74% of guests, and Spanish by 11%.

96% of Rochester guests are domestic

Where guests who left reviews live

  • Domestic 96%
  • International 4%

Where Rochester guests come from: top cities

Share of guests who left reviews

  • Minneapolis 5%
  • Rochester 2%
  • Saint Paul 2%
  • Chicago 1%
  • New York 1%
Top origin cities in numbers
Where Rochester guests come from: top cities
Origin city Share of guests
Minneapolis5.2%
Rochester2.5%
Saint Paul2.2%
Chicago1.2%
New York1.0%

Where Rochester guests come from: top countries

Share of guests who left reviews

  • United States 96%
  • Canada 1%
  • United Kingdom 0%
  • Spain 0%
Top origin countries in numbers
Where Rochester guests come from: top countries
Origin country Share of guests
United States95.7%
Canada0.9%
United Kingdom0.3%
Spain0.3%

Languages spoken by Rochester guests

Share of guests who left reviews

  • English 74%
  • Spanish 11%
  • French 5%
  • German 2%
  • Italian 1%
Top languages in numbers
Languages spoken by Rochester guests
Language Share of guests
English73.8%
Spanish10.6%
French5.4%
German1.8%
Italian1.5%

What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Rochester?

Rochester Airbnbs average 4.85 stars, and 59% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and value for money is the lowest, at 4.82.

Check-in scores highest in Rochester; value is lowest

Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0

  • Accuracy 4.88
  • Cleanliness 4.83
  • Communication 4.92
  • Location 4.89
  • Check-in 4.93
  • Value 4.82
Category scores in numbers
Rochester guest ratings by category
Category Average rating (out of 5)
Accuracy4.88
Cleanliness4.83
Communication4.92
Location4.89
Check-in4.93
Value4.82

Booking patterns

How Guests Book in Rochester: Stays, Rules and Fees

About two-thirds of Rochester listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, and 36% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 91 to 180 days a year, covering 30% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.

Days a year Rochester listings are open to guests

Share of listings by days a year

  • 271-366 days 36%
  • 181-270 days 30%
  • 91-180 days 24%
  • 31-90 days 10%
  • 1-30 days <1%
Open days in numbers
Days a year Rochester listings are open to guests
Days a year Share of listings Listings
271-366 days35.5%173
181-270 days30.0%146
91-180 days24.0%117
31-90 days10.3%50
1-30 days0.2%1

Days a year Rochester listings are booked or blocked

Share of listings by days a year

  • 271-366 days 11%
  • 181-270 days 24%
  • 91-180 days 30%
  • 31-90 days 23%
  • 1-30 days 12%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
Days a year Rochester listings are booked or blocked
Days a year Share of listings Listings
271-366 days11.3%55
181-270 days24.4%119
91-180 days29.8%145
31-90 days22.8%111
1-30 days11.7%57

What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Rochester?

Bookings in Rochester average 7.2 to 9 nights depending on the month, longest in July and shortest in December. Listings took about 21 bookings each over the year, some 10,000 in all. 55% of listings that give a check-in time set it at 3 p.m., with check-out usually at 11 a.m.

Average length of stay by month in Rochester

Average nights per booking, by month of stay

Two-year average by calendar month.

Rochester Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements

45% of listings in Rochester accept stays of one or two nights; the most common minimum is two nights.

Minimum stay set by Rochester listings

Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more

  • 1 Night 18% 90 listings
  • 2 Nights 26% 129 listings
  • 3 Nights 19% 93 listings
  • 4-6 Nights 16% 79 listings
  • 7-29 Nights 17% 84 listings
  • 30+ Nights 2% 12 listings

What Cancellation Policies Do Airbnb Hosts Use in Rochester?

Moderate is the most common cancellation policy in Rochester, used by 41% of listings; it refunds guests in full if they cancel at least five days before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: nearly six in ten listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 39% on Firm or stricter ones.

Cancellation policies of Rochester listings, from most to least flexible

Share of listings by the policy they use

  • Flexible 17% 84 listings
  • Moderate 41% 202 listings
  • Limited 2% 12 listings
  • Firm 31% 150 listings
  • Strict 8% 39 listings

How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Rochester?

About nine in ten Rochester listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is $120, and some higher fees lift the average to $174. Spread over the average stay of about eight nights, that adds roughly $14 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 10% of gross revenue.

Median cleaning fee
$120
Average cleaning fee
$174
Listings charging a fee
89.1%
Share of gross revenue
9.9%

Top earners

Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Rochester

The top-grossing Airbnb in Rochester, a five-bedroom home, took in $159,000 over the past year, about 7.1 times the city's average of $22,400. Four of the six listings below have five or more bedrooms; the other two have three and four bedrooms.

Oak Savanna Retreat | 5 bedrm, 7 mi to Mayo Clinic Oak Savanna Retreat | 5 bedrm, 7 mi to Mayo Clinic Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.98
Revenue
$158,808
Occupancy
65.5%
Daily rate
$582
Luxurious 5-BR Retreat with Gym & Game Area Luxurious 5-BR Retreat with Gym & Game Area Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Revenue
$122,128
Occupancy
57.8%
Daily rate
$526
Luxury Stay/ Theater / No step entry/ Dogs Welcome Luxury Stay/ Theater / No step entry/ Dogs Welcome Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Revenue
$119,039
Occupancy
61.7%
Daily rate
$513
RARE! Pool, hot tub, garden &chickens! 4m to Mayo RARE! Pool, hot tub, garden &chickens! 4m to Mayo Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Revenue
$106,326
Occupancy
71.3%
Daily rate
$619
Spacious, Relaxing 5 Bedroom Home Near Mayo Clinic Spacious, Relaxing 5 Bedroom Home Near Mayo Clinic Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Revenue
$94,260
Occupancy
48.9%
Daily rate
$511
Kutzky Cottage | 3 BR , Steps to Mayo St Marys Kutzky Cottage | 3 BR , Steps to Mayo St Marys Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.88
Revenue
$87,549
Occupancy
84.2%
Daily rate
$262

Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Rochester?

Becca is the top-grossing host in Rochester, with $856,000 in bookings across 18 listings over the past year. Together, the ten top-grossing hosts run 24% of the market's 487 listings.

Top Airbnb hosts in Rochester by revenue
# Host Listings Gross revenue Per listing Avg. rating
Becca 18$856,405$47,5784.95/5
Denise 19$786,617$41,4014.93/5
Jason 19$454,954$23,9454.92/5
4 Jessica 16$365,744$22,8594.84/5
5 Qamar 20$326,044$16,3024.58/5
6 Pamela 2$241,167$120,5845.00/5
7 Tiffany 2$184,878$92,4395.00/5
8 LeeAnn 5$177,188$35,4384.91/5
9 Michael 6$169,365$28,2284.92/5
10 Broc 8$168,832$21,1044.95/5

Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Rochester?

Only 5% of Rochester listings are classed as professionally managed, though 44% of listings have a co-host. 71% of listings are run by Superhosts, so a strong review record is the norm here rather than an edge. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 81% of listings.

Superhosts
71.3%
Professional management
5.1%
Cohosted listings
44.1%
Instant Book enabled
34.1%
Simplified Pricing
81.1%

Nearby markets

Rochester vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets

Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 73 km, Northfield (73 km away, 41 listings) earned the most per listing, about 45% more than Rochester.

Airbnb markets near Rochester: distance, revenue, nightly rate and occupancy
Market Listings Avg. annual revenue Avg. nightly rate Occupancy
Lake City 50 km 52$29,165$25935%
Wabasha 53 km 55$22,705$32228%
Lanesboro 53 km 64$19,907$23034%
Pepin 53 km 58$30,935$25139%
Alma 56 km 34$20,322$25135%
Red Wing 60 km 30$22,340$21034%
Winona 67 km 71$24,349$18245%
Northfield 73 km 41$32,557$19152%

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FAQ

Rochester Airbnb FAQ

How much do Airbnb hosts make in Rochester?

An active Rochester Airbnb grossed $22,394 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 487 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $3,880 or more in a typical month.

How much can I make on Airbnb in Rochester?

It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Rochester listings earn between $1,340 and $3,880 in a typical month, and the top tenth $5,250 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 Rochester?

Listings in Rochester were booked on 52% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 43% for the Minnesota average. July is usually the busiest month.

How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Rochester?

The average booked night in Rochester cost $150 before fees. Half of listings charge between $97 and $185, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.

Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Rochester?

None of the active Rochester 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 Rochester?

Yes, when it's run well. The average Rochester Airbnb grossed $22,394 in the 12 months to September 2026, 29% below the Minnesota average of $31,531. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, $14,664 a year (about $1,220 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 $1,880 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.

When is Airbnb peak season in Rochester?

July usually pays best, averaging $3,700 per active listing over the past two years, and February usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.

What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Rochester?

Each night a Rochester listing was open to book earned $83 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 $148 or more.

How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Rochester?

Rochester stays were booked 34 days (about five 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 Rochester?

The average Rochester Airbnb stay lasts about eight nights. A listing took 21 reservations over the year on average.

How are Airbnbs in Rochester rated?

Guests rate Rochester Airbnbs 4.85 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and value lowest.

What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Rochester?

Downtown Rochester, Apache Mall and Silver Lake Village draw the most short-term rental interest in Rochester. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.

How many Airbnbs are there in Rochester?

AirROI counted 487 active Airbnb listings in Rochester as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Lake City, 50 km away.

How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Rochester?

In Rochester, about nine in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is $120, and some higher fees lift the average to $174.

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About This Data

Figures on this page cover 487 active Airbnb listings in Rochester 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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