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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Kansas City, MO Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Kansas City brought in $31,144 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 11% more than the Missouri average of $28,002.
The short answer
Kansas City Airbnb Market at a Glance
Bookings in Kansas City run ahead of the Missouri average at similar prices. Listings averaged $249 a night and were booked on 43% of available nights, against $260 and 38% for the Missouri average.
Timing matters: in July, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 2.7 times as much as in January, usually the slowest.
With 1,341 active listings, Kansas City is the third-largest of 125 Missouri markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 23%, lifted by an unusually strong June 2026, while the number of active listings grew 13%.
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Revenue
How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Kansas City?
Gross bookings per Kansas City listing averaged $31,144 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Missouri average: $28,002), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Kansas City listing brings in $5,820 in July, its best month, and $2,130 in January, its slowest. February runs within 2% of January, so either can be the slowest in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 34% 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 3.7 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $8,060+ a month, about three times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $4,960 or more, roughly $2,200 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $2,740 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $1,320 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 2.7 times what January does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $3,350 $8,700 $2,080
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.
Kansas City 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.
June 2026 led on revenue and nightly rate; bookings peaked in October 2025. June 2026 was a one-off: listings earned about 2.4 times what they did in June 2025, so the seasonal averages on this page leave it out.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | $3,158 | 47.1% | $196 | $105 | 41 days | 5.2 nights |
| Oct 2025 | $3,479 | 52.0% | $191 | $112 | 46 days | 6.1 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $3,210 | 49.2% | $194 | $107 | 42 days | 5.9 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $3,507 | 48.5% | $204 | $113 | 38 days | 5.5 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $2,183 | 37.0% | $182 | $70 | 23 days | 5.9 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $2,182 | 41.6% | $177 | $78 | 26 days | 6 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $2,979 | 47.7% | $186 | $96 | 31 days | 6.4 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $2,977 | 45.7% | $196 | $99 | 38 days | 5.9 nights |
| May 2026 | $3,836 | 47.6% | $241 | $124 | 42 days | 5.6 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $8,700 | 49.6% | $457 | $290 | 65 days | 5.9 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $5,818 | 45.1% | $359 | $188 | 57 days | 5.2 nights |
| Aug 2026 | $3,090 | 44.1% | $225 | $100 | 37 days | 4.6 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.
Location, size and how a home is run move its income far more than a city average shows. For a range on one Kansas City address, run it through the Airbnb income calculator.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Kansas City Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Kansas City Airbnb took in $31,144 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $1,740 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 $3,180 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $2,570 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $1,960 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $1,510 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.
Kansas City Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | $28,574 | $51,660 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay8% of Kansas City bookings | $2,570 | $4,650 |
| Gross bookings | $31,144 | $56,310 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 81% of Kansas City listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$4,070 | −$7,360 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$2,570 | −$4,650 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$1,560 | −$2,820 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$620 | −$1,130 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$930 | −$1,690 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −$310 | −$310 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required: see Kansas City's Airbnb rules | −$160 | −$160 |
| 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 | −$10,220 | −$18,120 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $20,924about $1,740 a month | $38,190about $3,180 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Kansas City Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Kansas City'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 Kansas City 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 Kansas City's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Kansas City listings are booked on 66% or more of their nights, against 46% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of $165 adds about $1,650 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge $295 a night or more, against a median of $165. 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 $2,860 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, July brings the average listing about $5,820, against $2,130 in January, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Kansas City listings average 4.80 stars, and 37% 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 $4,690 a month, against $2,600 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Kansas City?
Kansas City listings were booked on 43% of the nights they were open over the past year, 5 percentage points above the Missouri average (38%) and 2 points above the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 53% in October and falls to 39% in January.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 3.2 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 82%+ of open nights, 36 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 66% or more, roughly five nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 46% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 25% or less, under two nights a week.
October is usually the busiest month in Kansas City, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 48% 54% 37%
The 12-month rate of 43% averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Nightly rates
How Much Does an Airbnb Cost per Night in Kansas City?
The average nightly rate in Kansas City, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $249 over the past year, about the same as the Missouri average ($260) and about 22% below the U.S. average of $320. In a typical year, rates swing with the seasons, from about $175 in February to about $360 in July.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 5.1 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge $470+ a night, about 2.9 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge $295 or more, about $130 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about $165 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge $92 or less, about 56% of the median.
July rates run 106% above February's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $209 $457 $171
The 12-month ADR of $249 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 Kansas City?
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 Kansas City it averaged $112 over the past year, from about $69 in a typical January to about $188 in a typical July.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $232+ per open night, about 2.7 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $149 or more, about $65 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $85 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $43 or less, about half of the median.
July RevPAR is about 2.7 times January's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $110 $290 $67
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Kansas City
Kansas City has one high season, May through July, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest from January to April and slows again in September. A listing earns about 67% more a month in June through August than in December through February.
June 2026 is left out of these averages as a one-off: listings earned about 2.4 times what they did in June 2025. It still counts in the 12-month figures at the top of the page.
Average revenue by month in Kansas City
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average $3,230 $5,820 $2,130
Revenue by month in Kansas City in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | $2,130 |
| February | Low season | $2,170 |
| March | Low season | $2,960 |
| April | Low season | $2,770 |
| May | High season | $3,590 |
| June | High season | $3,650 |
| July | High season | $5,820 |
| August | Shoulder season | $3,190 |
| September | Low season | $2,950 |
| October | Shoulder season | $3,230 |
| November | Shoulder season | $3,060 |
| December | Shoulder season | $3,280 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonMay–July | $4,350 | 48% | $262 |
| Shoulder seasonAugust, October–December | $3,190 | 50% | $192 |
| Low seasonJanuary–April, September | $2,600 | 45% | $182 |
Seasons are grouped by revenue per listing, so a better-paying season can fill fewer nights when higher rates carry it.
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Kansas City?
Guests book Kansas City stays 40 days ahead on average (about six weeks). July stays are booked furthest out, about 57 days ahead, and January stays closest to arrival, about 21 days. A typical July booking is made in mid-May.
July stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 38 days 65 days 18 days
The 12-month figure of 40 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 Kansas City
Airbnb is legal in Kansas City, MO with a $200 yearly city registration. Non-resident rentals are limited to commercial zones. Hosts pay the city's 7.5% tax and $3 a night themselves; fines run $200 to $1,000 per violation.
62% of the 1,341 active listings in Kansas City display a registration, permit or license number. The share shows what hosts display, not what local rules allow: it can't show whether new permits are still issued, or whether limits on nights, zones or property types apply.
The permit, operating limits and taxes on a stay are set out in the Kansas City Airbnb regulations, each rule linked to its official source and checked October 2026.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Kansas City
AirROI's area guide picks eight Kansas City neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Country Club Plaza, Westport and River Market. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Country Club Plaza | A premier shopping district known for its Spanish-influenced architecture and vibrant atmosphere. Popular for both tourists and locals, making it a prime location for short-term rentals. | Country Club Plaza shopping, Loose Park, Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, Removal of the Plaza Lighting Ceremony |
| Westport | Historic district with a lively nightlife scene, known for its bars, restaurants, and cultural events. Ideal for those looking for an active and youthful vibe. | Westport Ale House, The Fontaine, Westport Theatre, The Roxy |
| River Market | A historic area near the Missouri River with a bustling market and diverse food options. Attracts visitors looking for local culture and experiences. | City Market, Kaw Point Park, Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport, Riverfront Heritage Trail |
| Crossroads Arts District | An artistic hub with galleries, studios, and trendy dining options. Attractive for guests interested in culture and the arts. | First Fridays, Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, Art galleries and studios |
| Power and Light District | An urban entertainment district with dining, bars, and nightlife. Great for those looking to enjoy Kansas City's vibrant nightlife. | Sprint Center, Kansas City Live!, The Midland Theatre, Live music venues and restaurants |
| Downtown Kansas City | The heart of Kansas City with a mix of business and leisure. Ideal for those visiting for work or leisure. | Union Station, Liberty Memorial, World War I Museum and Memorial, Crown Center |
| Brookside | A charming neighborhood known for its bungalows and local shops. Appeals to families and those seeking a quieter area close to the city. | Brookside Shops, Kauffman Gardens, Loose Park, Heritage Park |
| North Kansas City | Emerging area with a mix of residential and commercial spaces. Attracts budget-conscious travelers looking for proximity to downtown. | Tavern at Mission Farms, North Kansas City Hospital, Local eateries and breweries |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Kansas City Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Entire homes make up 85% of listings in Kansas City, but private rooms are a real segment: about one listing in seven (14%) rents out a single room. Houses are the most common property type at 58%, about 1.7 times the share of apartments and condos (34%).
Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment
Kansas City Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 85%
- Private room 14%
- Hotel room <1%
- Shared room <1%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 85.2% | 1,142 |
| Private room | 14.2% | 190 |
| Hotel room | 0.4% | 6 |
| Shared room | 0.2% | 3 |
Listings by property type
Kansas City Airbnb listings by property type
- House 58%
- Apartment/Condo 34%
- Hotel/Boutique 4%
- Others 3%
- Unique stay <1%
- Cabin/Outdoor <1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 58.0% | 778 |
| Apartment/Condo | 33.9% | 455 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 4.1% | 55 |
| Others | 3.4% | 46 |
| Unique stay | 0.3% | 4 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 0.2% | 3 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Kansas City Have?
Two-bedroom homes are the most common size in Kansas City (32% of entire homes), and 40% have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 1,120 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Kansas City entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
4%
24%
32%
22%
11%
8%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 4.3% | 48 |
| 1 bedroom | 24.1% | 270 |
| 2 bedrooms | 31.6% | 354 |
| 3 bedrooms | 21.6% | 242 |
| 4 bedrooms | 10.5% | 118 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 7.9% | 89 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Kansas City
A typical studio in Kansas City earned $9,250 over the past year, against $67,500 for a home with five or more bedrooms.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 48 | $9,250 | $15,900 | $107 | 43% |
| 1 bedroom | 270 | $18,900 | $23,400 | $163 | 49% |
| 2 bedrooms | 354 | $19,000 | $28,200 | $214 | 45% |
| 3 bedrooms | 242 | $34,400 | $40,600 | $300 | 45% |
| 4 bedrooms | 118 | $41,600 | $52,300 | $423 | 43% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 89 | $67,500 | $74,500 | $651 | 39% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Kansas City Sleep?
The most common capacity in Kansas City is eight or more guests (22% of listings), and 42% of listings sleep six or more. Shares are of the 1,200 listings with a guest capacity on file (89% of the market).
Kansas City listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
2%
19%
7%
21%
10%
15%
4%
22%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | 1.6% | 19 |
| 2 guests | 19.0% | 227 |
| 3 guests | 6.9% | 83 |
| 4 guests | 20.6% | 246 |
| 5 guests | 10.0% | 120 |
| 6 guests | 15.2% | 182 |
| 7 guests | 4.3% | 51 |
| 8+ guests | 22.5% | 269 |
How Kansas City Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Kansas City hosts set up an average of 2.8 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. Only 27% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 14
- Beds per listing
- 2.8
- Show exact location
- 27%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Kansas City Offer?
Patios and balconies are common in Kansas City: 61% of listings have one.
Share of Kansas City listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Kansas City
Listings in Kansas City with a pool view earned about twice as much a year, on average, as those without: $62,100 against $30,900. The gap is smaller for arcade games (about 85% more) and life-size games (about 85% 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 Kansas City listings with each amenity
How much more listings with the amenity earned in a year than those without, and the share of listings that have it
Revenue by amenity in numbers
| Amenity | Listings with it | Avg. revenue with | Avg. revenue without | Revenue gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool view | 0.9% | $62,100 | $30,900 | +101% |
| Arcade games | 4% | $56,300 | $30,200 | +87% |
| Life size games | 2% | $57,200 | $30,700 | +86% |
| Patio or balcony | 61% | $37,600 | $21,100 | +78% |
| Hot tub | 4% | $52,400 | $30,300 | +73% |
| Game console | 2% | $50,900 | $30,700 | +66% |
| Hammock | 5% | $48,700 | $30,300 | +61% |
| Outdoor furniture | 46% | $39,100 | $24,400 | +60% |
| Pool table | 4% | $47,400 | $30,500 | +55% |
| Children's playroom | 2% | $47,400 | $30,700 | +54% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Kansas City?
Kansas City draws mostly domestic guests: 95% of those who left reviews live in the United States. No single city dominates: St. Louis is the largest source outside Kansas City, at about 3% of reviews. English is spoken by 71% of guests, and Spanish by 15%.
95% of Kansas City guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 95%
- International 5%
Where Kansas City guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Kansas City | 4.6% |
| St. Louis | 2.9% |
| Wichita | 2.4% |
| Omaha | 2.3% |
| Chicago | 1.8% |
Where Kansas City guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 95.2% |
| Canada | 0.7% |
| Mexico | 0.5% |
| Argentina | 0.5% |
Languages spoken by Kansas City guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 71.1% |
| Spanish | 15.3% |
| French | 3.4% |
| German | 1.6% |
| Portuguese | 1.4% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Kansas City?
Kansas City Airbnbs average 4.80 stars, and 37% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on location and value for money: both score 4.74, against 4.90 for host communication and check-in. Listings here carry long review histories, about 100 reviews each on average.
Communication and check-in score highest in Kansas City; location and value tie for 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 | 4.83 |
| Cleanliness | 4.79 |
| Communication | 4.90 |
| Location | 4.74 |
| Check-in | 4.90 |
| Value | 4.74 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Kansas City: Stays, Rules and Fees
More than three-quarters of Kansas City listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 24% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 91 to 180 days a year, covering 33% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Kansas City listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 44%
- 181-270 days 33%
- 91-180 days 18%
- 31-90 days 4%
- 1-30 days <1%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 44.1% | 592 |
| 181-270 days | 33.0% | 443 |
| 91-180 days | 18.5% | 248 |
| 31-90 days | 4.0% | 53 |
| 1-30 days | 0.4% | 5 |
Days a year Kansas City listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 5%
- 181-270 days 19%
- 91-180 days 33%
- 31-90 days 26%
- 1-30 days 17%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 4.5% | 61 |
| 181-270 days | 19.3% | 259 |
| 91-180 days | 33.3% | 447 |
| 31-90 days | 25.5% | 342 |
| 1-30 days | 17.3% | 232 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Kansas City?
The average Kansas City booking lasts 8.1 nights, longest in June and shortest in September. Listings took about 24 bookings each over the year, some 32,300 in all. Check-in is split almost evenly between 3 p.m. and 4 p.m., with check-out usually at 11 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Kansas City
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 5.9 nights 8.2 nights 5.2 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Kansas City Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
55% of listings in Kansas City accept stays of one or two nights, but more than a quarter of listings require 30 nights or more.
Minimum stay set by Kansas City 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 Kansas City?
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Kansas City, used by 34% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. About half of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms and 44% use Firm or stricter ones, so neither camp dominates.
Cancellation policies of Kansas City listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Kansas City?
Nearly nine in ten Kansas City listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is $151; a handful of extreme values pull the simple average far above that, so the median is the better guide. Spread over the average stay of 8.1 nights, that adds roughly $19 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 8% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- $151
- Listings charging a fee
- 88.7%
- Share of gross revenue
- 8.3%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Kansas City
The top-grossing Airbnb in Kansas City, a seven-bedroom home, took in $214,000 over the past year, about 6.9 times the city's average of $31,100. Five of the six listings below have five or more bedrooms; the other one has four bedrooms.
Flagship Park - 10 Mins to Everything! Entire home · 7 bedrooms Rated 5.00 
IVY House | Kansas City Entire home · 11 bedrooms Rated 4.81 - Revenue
- $206,999
- Occupancy
- 47.0%
- Daily rate
- $1,104
Historic KC Firehouse #8 - 40 Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.89 - Revenue
- $196,885
- Occupancy
- 55.0%
- Daily rate
- $956
Spacious Home in KC's Core 46 Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.80 - Revenue
- $195,365
- Occupancy
- 67.8%
- Daily rate
- $757
Entire Duplex (2 Units) in Midtown 6 bds, 6 Bths Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.80 - Revenue
- $194,524
- Occupancy
- 52.3%
- Daily rate
- $771
Crossroads Luxury Lofts - Day&NightBNB Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.86 - Revenue
- $189,016
- Occupancy
- 76.2%
- Daily rate
- $686
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Kansas City?
Cozy In KC is the top-grossing host in Kansas City, with $3.64 million in bookings across 61 listings over the past year. Together, the ten top-grossing hosts run 17% of the market's 1,341 listings. Per listing, a smaller operator earns more: Johnny grossed $147,000 per listing, about 2.5 times Cozy In KC's $59,600.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cozy In KC | 61 | $3,638,229 | $59,643 | 4.86/5 | |
| Lance | 52 | $2,472,084 | $47,540 | 4.79/5 | |
| Ashley | 25 | $898,659 | $35,946 | 4.79/5 | |
| 4 | Adam | 27 | $751,720 | $27,841 | 4.90/5 |
| 5 | Johnny | 5 | $733,670 | $146,734 | 4.89/5 |
| 6 | Jessica | 11 | $684,646 | $62,241 | 4.78/5 |
| 7 | Francis | 16 | $681,316 | $42,582 | 4.76/5 |
| 8 | Megan | 8 | $512,455 | $64,057 | 4.92/5 |
| 9 | Ana | 11 | $465,462 | $42,315 | 4.60/5 |
| 10 | Rey | 9 | $440,793 | $48,977 | 4.91/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Kansas City?
Professional management companies run 17% of Kansas City listings and owners run the rest, though 43% of listings have a co-host. Six in ten listings are run by Superhosts, so a strong review record is the norm here rather than an edge. Most hosts still vet their guests: only 23% 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 81% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 60.6%
- Professional management
- 17.4%
- Cohosted listings
- 43.3%
- Instant Book enabled
- 23.0%
- Simplified Pricing
- 80.5%
Largest Airbnb Management Companies in Kansas City
3 management companies run five or more active Airbnb listings in Kansas City, and companies run 3% of its 1,341 active listings. Evolve is the largest, with 9 listings and an average guest rating of 4.77; the next largest are VonDean Property Management and Topps HOME Management. Among the three largest, VonDean Property Management's homes rate highest, at 4.82.
The three largest run 2% of Kansas City's listings
Share of Kansas City's 1,341 active Airbnb listings each company runs as host or co-host
- Evolve <1% · 9
- VonDean Property Management <1% · 7
- Topps HOME Management <1% · 5
- All other listings 98%
Listings each company runs as host or co-host, 12 months to September 2026. Guest ratings average each listing's Airbnb rating, weighted by its reviews.
See the largest management companies in Missouri, with a profile of each.
Nearby markets
Kansas City vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 25 km, Prairie Village (9 km away, 34 listings) earned the most per listing, about 49% more than Kansas City.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prairie Village 9 km | 34 | $46,400 | $308 | 55% |
| Raytown 13 km | 42 | $17,636 | $182 | 35% |
| Independence 15 km | 104 | $33,155 | $254 | 40% |
| Shawnee 15 km | 64 | $28,227 | $257 | 42% |
| Overland Park 15 km | 336 | $44,452 | $295 | 49% |
| Lenexa 17 km | 53 | $35,441 | $242 | 45% |
| Grandview 21 km | 127 | $26,182 | $295 | 40% |
| Lee's Summit 25 km | 79 | $39,027 | $269 | 45% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Missouri
- Branson Airbnb data 3,051 listings
- St. Louis Airbnb data 1,940 listings
- Osage Beach Airbnb data 909 listings
- Indian Point Airbnb data 869 listings
- Springfield Airbnb data 515 listings
- Lake Ozark Airbnb data 468 listings
- Kimberling City Airbnb data 386 listings
- Hollister Airbnb data 377 listings
See all 125 Missouri Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Kansas City
Markets elsewhere in the United States with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Kansas City:
- Homestead Airbnb data FL · $251/night · 43.6%
- Belmont Airbnb data NC · $257/night · 43.5%
- Lexington Airbnb data KY · $248/night · 44.3%
- Avondale Airbnb data AZ · $244/night · 43.0%
- Chapel Hill Airbnb data NC · $242/night · 43.6%
- Rotonda Airbnb data FL · $252/night · 42.8%
FAQ
Kansas City Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Kansas City?
An active Kansas City Airbnb grossed $31,144 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 1,341 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $4,960 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Kansas City?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Kansas City listings earn between $1,320 and $4,960 in a typical month, and the top tenth $8,060 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 Kansas City?
Listings in Kansas City were booked on 43% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 38% for the Missouri average. October is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Kansas City?
The average booked night in Kansas City cost $249 before fees. Half of listings charge between $92 and $295, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Kansas City?
Yes, Airbnb is legal in Kansas City: a host who lives in the home registers it with the city for $200 a year, while a home the host does not live in is limited to commercially zoned areas. The Kansas City Airbnb regulations set out the permit, its cost, the taxes on a stay and the operating limits, each linked to its official source.
Is Airbnb profitable in Kansas City?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Kansas City Airbnb grossed $31,144 in the 12 months to September 2026, 11% above the Missouri average of $28,002. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, $20,924 a year (about $1,740 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 $3,180 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Kansas City?
July usually pays best, averaging $5,820 per active listing, 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 Kansas City?
Each night a Kansas City listing was open to book earned $112 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 $232 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Kansas City?
Kansas City stays were booked 40 days (about six weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so most of a month is booked well before it starts.
How long do guests stay at Airbnbs in Kansas City?
The average Kansas City Airbnb stay lasted 8.1 nights over the past year. A listing took 24 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Kansas City rated?
Guests rate Kansas City Airbnbs 4.80 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and location lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Kansas City?
Country Club Plaza, Westport and River Market draw the most short-term rental interest in Kansas City. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Kansas City?
AirROI counted 1,341 active Airbnb listings in Kansas City as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Prairie Village, 9 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Kansas City?
In Kansas City, nearly nine in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is $151; a handful of extreme values pull the simple average far above that, so the median is the better guide.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 1,341 active Airbnb listings in Kansas City 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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