Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026

Ocean City, NJ Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends

Source: AirROI Reviewed by , Founder @ AirROI Updated

Active Airbnb listings
799
Avg. booking lead time
75 days
Listings showing a permit
0%
Peak revenue month
July
Lowest revenue month
February

The short answer

Ocean City Airbnb Market at a Glance

Ocean City earns on price rather than volume. Listings averaged $470 a night and were booked on 37% of available nights, against $345 and 41% for the New Jersey average.

Timing matters: in July, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 7.5 times as much as in February, usually the slowest.

With 799 active listings, Ocean City is the fourth-largest of 125 New Jersey markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, the number of active listings grew 20%.

Map of Airbnb listings in Ocean City Browse the live Ocean City Airbnb market See Every Ocean City Listing

Revenue

How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Ocean City?

Gross bookings per Ocean City listing averaged $36,888 over the 12 months to September 2026 (New Jersey average: $34,441), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.

In a typical year, the average Ocean City listing brings in $12,700 in July, its best month, and $1,690 in February, its slowest. January runs within 2% of February, so either can be the slowest in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 58% 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 3.6 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $10,200+ a month, about 2.9 times the typical property.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn $6,370 or more, roughly $2,800 a month above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about $3,580 a month.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $1,760 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 7.5 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.

Ocean 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.

July 2026 led on revenue and nightly rate; bookings peaked in August 2026.

Average monthly Airbnb revenue, occupancy, nightly rate, RevPAR, booking lead time and length of stay per active listing in Ocean City, Sep 2025 to Aug 2026
Month Avg. Revenue Occupancy Avg. Nightly Rate RevPAR Booking Lead Time Avg. Length of Stay
Sep 2025$4,44835.2%$446$14871 days4 nights
Oct 2025$3,09327.8%$415$10061 days4 nights
Nov 2025$2,43023.9%$409$8143 days3.6 nights
Dec 2025$2,23522.0%$418$7245 days3.6 nights
Jan 2026$1,66917.8%$426$5424 days4.2 nights
Feb 2026$1,86321.2%$422$6721 days4.3 nights
Mar 2026$1,82121.3%$418$5928 days4.1 nights
Apr 2026$2,42625.2%$413$8142 days5.3 nights
May 2026$4,33130.7%$478$14066 days4.1 nights
Jun 2026$8,97250.1%$571$29991 days6 nights
Jul 2026$13,32959.2%$613$430106 days6.8 nights
Aug 2026$11,61661.3%$594$37598 days4.9 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 Ocean City listing earns about $3,580 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 Ocean City Profitable?

Yes, when it's run well. The average Ocean City Airbnb took in $36,888 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $2,050 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 $3,680 a month.

Cleaning it yourself keeps the $3,350 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $2,330 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $1,770 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.

Ocean City 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 Ocean City Airbnb
Line Average listing Top-quarter listing
Money in
Nightly bookings$33,538$59,650
Cleaning fees guests pay9% of Ocean City bookings$3,350$5,950
Gross bookings$36,888$65,600
Running costs
Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 79% of Ocean City listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest−$4,740−$8,430
Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself−$3,350−$5,950
Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings−$1,840−$3,280
Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2%−$740−$1,310
Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3%−$1,110−$1,970
Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover−$370−$370
Permit and registrationWhere one is required−$180−$180
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 24% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee−$12,330−$21,490
Left for housing costs, then profit$24,558about $2,050 a month$44,110about $3,680 a month
Housing costs
Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees Depend on the home

Estimate Your Own Ocean City Airbnb Profit

The estimate starts from Ocean 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 Ocean 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 Ocean City's Top Earners Get There

  • More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Ocean City listings are booked on 48% or more of their nights, against 28% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of $375 adds about $3,730 in bookings.
  • Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge $565 a night or more, against a median of $375. That is a separate ranking from the busiest quarter, so the two marks don't multiply into one listing's takings. For the average listing, a 10% higher rate on the nights it already books adds about $3,350 a year.
  • Open for the busy months. In a typical year, July brings the average listing about $12,700, against $1,690 in February, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
  • Reviews that stand out. Ocean City listings average 4.82 stars, and 49% carry Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge, which guests can filter for.

What a listing keeps comes down to the figures this page measures: nightly rate, nights booked and the months it's open. A listing at the top-quarter mark takes in about $5,470 a month, against $3,070 for the average one.

Occupancy

What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Ocean City?

Ocean City listings were booked on 37% of the nights they were open over the past year, 4 percentage points below the New Jersey average (41%) and 4 points below the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy swings from 20% in January to 63% in August.

The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 4.3 times as often as the bottom quarter.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 64%+ of open nights, 36 points above the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) fill 48% or more, roughly three nights a week.
  • Typical properties (median) fill about 28% of open nights.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 15% or less, under two nights a week.

August is usually the busiest month in Ocean City, January the quietest

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

The 12-month rate of 37% 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 Ocean City?

The average nightly rate in Ocean City, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $470 over the past year, about 36% above the New Jersey average of $345 and about 47% above the U.S. average of $320. In a typical year, rates swing with the seasons, from about $380 in October and November to about $580 in July.

Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 3.7 times the rate of the bottom quarter.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge $860+ a night, about 2.3 times the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) charge $565 or more, about $190 above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) charge about $375 a night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge $235 or less, about 63% of the median.

July rates run 51% above November's

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

The 12-month ADR of $470 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 Ocean 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 Ocean City it averaged $200 over the past year, from about $55 in a typical January to about $408 in a typical July.

Per open night, by tier:

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $401+ per open night, about 2.5 times the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn $254 or more, about $95 a night above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about $160 per open night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $92 or less, about 57% of the median.

July RevPAR is about 7.4 times January's

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

The 12-month RevPAR of $200 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 Ocean City

Ocean City has one high season, June through August, which makes it a highly seasonal market. Business is slowest from October to May. A listing earns about 5.7 times as much a month in June through August as in December through February.

Average revenue by month in Ocean City

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

Revenue by month in Ocean City in numbers
Average monthly revenue per active listing in Ocean City, by calendar month
Month Season Revenue per listing
JanuaryLow season$1,720
FebruaryLow season$1,690
MarchLow season$1,850
AprilLow season$2,610
MayLow season$4,020
JuneHigh season$8,300
JulyHigh season$12,700
AugustHigh season$11,400
SeptemberShoulder season$4,500
OctoberLow season$2,870
NovemberLow season$2,420
DecemberLow season$2,250
Average monthly Airbnb revenue, occupancy and nightly rate in Ocean City by season
Season Revenue per month Occupancy Nightly rate
High seasonJune–August$10,80057%$560
Shoulder seasonSeptember$4,50037%$420
Low seasonOctober–May$2,43025%$405

How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Ocean City?

Guests book Ocean City stays 75 days ahead on average (about two and a half months), so guests here plan well ahead. July stays are booked furthest out, about 103 days ahead, and February stays closest to arrival, about 20 days. A typical July booking is made in early April.

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 75 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 Ocean City

None of the 799 active listings in Ocean City 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 Ocean City.

Neighborhoods

Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Ocean City

AirROI's area guide picks seven Ocean City neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Boardwalk, North End and South End. 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 Ocean City
Area Who it suits Landmarks nearby
Boardwalk The iconic Ocean City Boardwalk offers a vibrant atmosphere with its variety of shops, restaurants, and entertainment options. It's a prime location for tourists seeking beachside fun and family activities.Ocean City Boardwalk, Amusement parks, Jolly Roger Amusement Park, Mini-golf courses, Beachfront shops
North End This tranquil area is known for its quiet beaches and family-friendly environment. It's perfect for families looking for a relaxing getaway while still being close to attractions.North Street Beach, Ocean City Fishing Pier, Sunset Park, Nearby bike paths, Family-oriented events
South End Famous for its beautiful beaches and proximity to the Ocean City Music Pier. The South End attracts visitors seeking a blend of relaxation and entertainment.Ocean City Music Pier, Southend Surf Shop, Nearby dining options, Wide sandy beaches, Water sports rentals
Gardens District This residential area is known for its beautiful homes and proximity to both the beach and bay, attracting families and tourists looking for a peaceful stay.Gardens Beach, Beach access, Local parks, Biking paths, Nearby nature trails
Ocean City Historic District Rich in history, this area offers charming architecture and a glimpse into Ocean City's past. A great spot for those interested in history and culture.Historic buildings, Gardens and parks, Shopping and dining similar to early 20th century, Local museums, Cultural events
West Avenue This area is popular for its lovely bay views and proximity to the beach along with residential feel, making it ideal for families and couples.Bayside parks, Docks for fishing, Walking paths, Close to the beach, Tranquil neighborhoods
Central Ocean City A bustling area with the best access to major attractions, dining, and shopping; it's perfect for tourists wanting to stay in the heart of the action.Shopping centers, Local markets, Best dining options, Ocean City Public Library, Easy access to events and festivals

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

Listings

Ocean City Airbnb Listings by Type and Size

More than nine in ten Airbnbs in Ocean City are entire homes (91%), with private rooms at 9%. Apartments and condos are the most common property type at 51%, ahead of houses (41%).

Nearly all listings rent the whole place

Ocean City Airbnb listings by room type

  • Entire home 91%
  • Private room 9%
Room types in numbers
Ocean City Airbnb listings by room type
Room type Share of listings Listings
Entire home90.9%726
Private room9.1%73

Listings by property type

Ocean City Airbnb listings by property type

  • Apartment/Condo 51%
  • House 41%
  • Hotel/Boutique 8%
  • Others <1%
Property types in numbers
Ocean City Airbnb listings by property type
Property type Share of listings Listings
Apartment/Condo50.6%404
House40.7%325
Hotel/Boutique8.0%64
Others0.8%6

How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Ocean City Have?

Most Ocean City homes are built for groups: 68% of entire homes have three or more bedrooms, and three-bedroom homes are the most common size (35%). Shares are of the 696 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.

Ocean City 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
Ocean City entire homes by number of bedrooms
Bedrooms Share of entire homes with a bedroom count Entire homes
Studio2.4%17
1 bedroom11.9%83
2 bedrooms17.7%123
3 bedrooms34.6%241
4 bedrooms16.7%116
5+ bedrooms16.7%116

What Each Home Size Earns in Ocean City

A typical studio in Ocean City earned $16,100 over the past year, against $54,400 for a home with five or more bedrooms.

What each home size earns in Ocean City
Home size Listings Typical annual revenue (median) Average annual revenue Avg. nightly rate Occupancy
Studio17$16,100$13,800$18438%
1 bedroom83$21,800$22,600$23844%
2 bedrooms123$27,300$28,500$30542%
3 bedrooms241$37,000$38,500$45337%
4 bedrooms116$37,500$44,300$58835%
5+ bedrooms116$54,400$70,500$1,00931%

How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Ocean City Sleep?

Ocean City is a group-trip market: 53% of listings sleep eight or more guests, about 3.7 times the share of the next most common size, six guests (14%).

Ocean City listings by guest capacity

Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep

Guest capacity in numbers
Ocean City listings by guest capacity
Guest capacity Share of listings Listings
2 guests9.5%74
3 guests2.9%23
4 guests11.4%89
5 guests5.0%39
6 guests14.2%111
7 guests4.5%35
8+ guests52.6%412

How Ocean City Airbnb Listings Are Set Up

Ocean City hosts set up an average of 5 beds per listing, roughly two for every bedroom. Only 45% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.

Photos per listing
13
Beds per listing
5
Show exact location
45%

What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Ocean City Offer?

Beach access is common in Ocean City: 59% of listings offer it, and 84% have a washer.

Share of Ocean City listings with each common amenity

  • TV Nearly all
  • Wifi Nearly all
  • Air conditioning Nearly all
  • Smoke alarm 99%
  • Carbon monoxide alarm 93%
  • Heating 90%
  • Hot water 90%
  • Kitchen 90%
  • Fire extinguisher 89%
  • Washer 84%

Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Ocean City

Listings in Ocean City with an EV charger earned about twice as much a year, on average, as those without: $73,400 against $36,200. The gap is smaller for free on-site parking (about 85% more) and an indoor fireplace (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 Ocean 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

  • EV charger +103% on 2% of listings
  • Free parking on premises +87% on 72% of listings
  • Indoor fireplace +87% on 31% of listings
  • Arcade games +77% on 2% of listings
  • Patio or balcony +74% on 67% of listings
  • Ocean view +72% on 9% of listings
  • Gym +64% on 3% of listings
  • Outdoor furniture +57% on 56% of listings
  • Sun loungers +51% on 8% of listings
  • Beach access +50% on 59% of listings
Revenue by amenity in numbers
Average annual revenue of Ocean City listings with and without each amenity
Amenity Listings with it Avg. revenue with Avg. revenue without Revenue gap
EV charger2%$73,400$36,200+103%
Free parking on premises72%$42,300$22,600+87%
Indoor fireplace31%$54,500$29,200+87%
Arcade games2%$64,700$36,400+77%
Patio or balcony67%$42,900$24,700+74%
Ocean view9%$59,700$34,800+72%
Gym3%$59,500$36,300+64%
Outdoor furniture56%$43,900$27,900+57%
Sun loungers8%$53,400$35,500+51%
Beach access59%$42,800$28,500+50%

Guests

Who Books Airbnbs in Ocean City?

Ocean City draws mostly domestic guests: 99% of those who left reviews live in the United States. Philadelphia alone accounts for 10% of reviews.

99% of Ocean City guests are domestic

Where guests who left reviews live

  • Domestic 99%
  • International 1%

Where Ocean City guests come from: top cities

Share of guests who left reviews

  • Philadelphia 10%
  • New York 5%
  • New Jersey 3%
  • Pennsylvania 2%
  • Lancaster 1%
Top origin cities in numbers
Where Ocean City guests come from: top cities
Origin city Share of guests
Philadelphia10.2%
New York5.1%
New Jersey2.8%
Pennsylvania2.4%
Lancaster1.4%

Where Ocean City guests come from: top countries

Share of guests who left reviews

  • United States 99%
  • Canada 0%
  • United Kingdom 0%
  • Ireland 0%
Top origin countries in numbers
Where Ocean City guests come from: top countries
Origin country Share of guests
United States98.8%
Canada0.3%
United Kingdom0.2%
Ireland0.1%

Languages spoken by Ocean City guests

Share of guests who left reviews

  • English 77%
  • Spanish 10%
  • French 4%
  • Italian 2%
  • German 1%
Top languages in numbers
Languages spoken by Ocean City guests
Language Share of guests
English76.6%
Spanish9.9%
French4.0%
Italian1.8%
German1.2%

What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Ocean City?

Ocean City Airbnbs average 4.82 stars, and 49% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.71, against 4.92 for location.

Location scores highest in Ocean City; value is lowest

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

  • Accuracy 4.84
  • Cleanliness 4.79
  • Communication 4.89
  • Location 4.92
  • Check-in 4.90
  • Value 4.71
Category scores in numbers
Ocean City guest ratings by category
Category Average rating (out of 5)
Accuracy4.84
Cleanliness4.79
Communication4.89
Location4.92
Check-in4.90
Value4.71

Booking patterns

How Guests Book in Ocean City: Stays, Rules and Fees

Nearly all Ocean City listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 4% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 39% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.

Days a year Ocean City listings are open to guests

Share of listings by days a year

  • 271-366 days 69%
  • 181-270 days 28%
  • 91-180 days 3%
  • 31-90 days <1%
Open days in numbers
Days a year Ocean City listings are open to guests
Days a year Share of listings Listings
271-366 days69.2%553
181-270 days27.7%221
91-180 days2.8%22
31-90 days0.4%3

Days a year Ocean City listings are booked or blocked

Share of listings by days a year

  • 271-366 days <1%
  • 181-270 days 3%
  • 91-180 days 31%
  • 31-90 days 39%
  • 1-30 days 26%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
Days a year Ocean City listings are booked or blocked
Days a year Share of listings Listings
271-366 days0.5%4
181-270 days3.3%26
91-180 days30.8%246
31-90 days39.4%315
1-30 days26.0%208

What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Ocean City?

The average Ocean City booking lasts 5.2 nights, longest in July and shortest in September. Listings took about 15 bookings each over the year, some 11,700 in all. Nearly half of listings that give a check-in time set it at 3 p.m., with check-out usually at 10 a.m.

Average length of stay by month in Ocean City

Average nights per booking, by month of stay

Two-year average by calendar month.

Ocean City Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements

41% of listings in Ocean City accept stays of one or two nights; the most common minimum is three nights.

Minimum stay set by Ocean City listings

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

  • 1 Night 17% 138 listings
  • 2 Nights 24% 193 listings
  • 3 Nights 25% 196 listings
  • 4-6 Nights 22% 172 listings
  • 7-29 Nights 12% 96 listings
  • 30+ Nights 1% 4 listings

What Cancellation Policies Do Airbnb Hosts Use in Ocean City?

Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Ocean City, used by 53% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: about eight in ten listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 18% on Flexible or Moderate.

Cancellation policies of Ocean City listings, from most to least flexible

Share of listings by the policy they use

  • Flexible 9% 72 listings
  • Moderate 9% 68 listings
  • Limited 3% 26 listings
  • Firm 53% 422 listings
  • Strict 26% 205 listings
  • Super Strict 30 Days <1% 1 listing
  • Super Strict 60 Days 1% 5 listings

How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Ocean City?

Nearly nine in ten Ocean City listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is $176, and some higher fees lift the average to $266. Spread over the average stay of 5.2 nights, that adds roughly $35 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 9% of gross revenue.

Median cleaning fee
$176
Average cleaning fee
$266
Listings charging a fee
87.2%
Share of gross revenue
9.1%

Top earners

Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Ocean City

The top-grossing Airbnb in Ocean City, a six-bedroom home, took in $295,000 over the past year, about 8 times the city's average of $36,900. Five of the six listings below have five or more bedrooms; the other one has four bedrooms.

Gorgeous beach-front home in Ocean City, NJ Gorgeous beach-front home in Ocean City, NJ Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.97
Revenue
$294,637
Occupancy
26.1%
Daily rate
$2,112
Luxury Beach Home •Elevator• Full Linens • Bikes Luxury Beach Home •Elevator• Full Linens • Bikes Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Revenue
$283,028
Occupancy
47.5%
Daily rate
$1,258
Brand new 2nd floor 5Br 4.5Ba Brand new 2nd floor 5Br 4.5Ba Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.91
Revenue
$225,379
Occupancy
53.0%
Daily rate
$1,510
Beach House on 5th.
2nd + 3rd floor
Brand New! Beach House on 5th. 2nd + 3rd floor Brand New! Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.96
Revenue
$218,868
Occupancy
50.4%
Daily rate
$889
8 BR /4 Baths -Whole Bldg - 2 Units/ Walk to Fun 8 BR /4 Baths -Whole Bldg - 2 Units/ Walk to Fun Entire home · 8 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Revenue
$205,512
Occupancy
39.6%
Daily rate
$1,050
Celebrity Hangout Luxury Full Ocean Views, Linens! Celebrity Hangout Luxury Full Ocean Views, Linens! Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Revenue
$189,264
Occupancy
41.9%
Daily rate
$1,551

Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Ocean City?

Steve is the top-grossing host in Ocean City, with $3.55 million in bookings across 72 listings over the past year. Together, the ten top-grossing hosts run 21% of the market's 799 listings. Per listing, a smaller operator earns more: Jeff And Melissa grossed $113,000 per listing, about 2.3 times Steve's $49,200.

Top Airbnb hosts in Ocean City by revenue
# Host Listings Gross revenue Per listing Avg. rating
Steve 72$3,545,078$49,2374.96/5
John 16$831,901$51,9944.83/5
Jody 11$744,172$67,6524.89/5
4 Greta 13$646,859$49,7584.73/5
5 Maryellen 16$569,425$35,5895.00/5
6 Robert 9$549,441$61,0494.62/5
7 Jeff And Melissa 4$450,113$112,5284.84/5
8 Evolve 15$431,962$28,7974.51/5
9 Sarah 4$330,509$82,6274.90/5
10 Rachelle 4$321,418$80,3554.92/5

Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Ocean City?

Professional management companies run 17% of Ocean City listings and owners run the rest, though 34% of listings have a co-host. Superhosts run 49% of listings. 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 79% of listings.

Superhosts
48.7%
Professional management
17.0%
Cohosted listings
34.2%
Instant Book enabled
22.9%
Simplified Pricing
78.8%

Nearby markets

Ocean City vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets

Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 24 km, Avalon (24 km away, 90 listings) earned the most per listing, about 55% more than Ocean City.

Airbnb markets near Ocean City: distance, revenue, nightly rate and occupancy
Market Listings Avg. annual revenue Avg. nightly rate Occupancy
Somers Point 5 km 60$24,689$31137%
Margate City 9 km 76$39,388$54333%
Ventnor City 12 km 238$32,220$42235%
Atlantic City 16 km 732$34,225$35232%
Sea Isle City 17 km 106$44,111$54336%
Brigantine 22 km 445$40,824$44637%
Galloway Township 23 km 50$19,271$22334%
Avalon 24 km 90$57,262$75935%

Other Airbnb Markets in New Jersey

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Markets Similar to Ocean City

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FAQ

Ocean City Airbnb FAQ

How much do Airbnb hosts make in Ocean City?

An active Ocean City Airbnb grossed $36,888 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 799 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $6,370 or more in a typical month.

How much can I make on Airbnb in Ocean City?

It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Ocean City listings earn between $1,760 and $6,370 in a typical month, and the top tenth $10,200 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 Ocean City?

Listings in Ocean City were booked on 37% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 41% for the New Jersey average. August is usually the busiest month.

How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Ocean City?

The average booked night in Ocean City cost $470 before fees. Half of listings charge between $235 and $565, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.

Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Ocean City?

None of the active Ocean City 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 Ocean City?

Yes, when it's run well. The average Ocean City Airbnb grossed $36,888 in the 12 months to September 2026, 7% above the New Jersey average of $34,441. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, $24,558 a year (about $2,050 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 $3,680 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.

When is Airbnb peak season in Ocean City?

July usually pays best, averaging $12,700 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 Ocean City?

Each night a Ocean City listing was open to book earned $200 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 $401 or more.

How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Ocean City?

Ocean City stays were booked 75 days (about two and a half months) before arrival on average over the past year, so a listing that opens its calendar late misses many bookings.

How long do guests stay at Airbnbs in Ocean City?

The average Ocean City Airbnb stay lasted 5.2 nights over the past year. A listing took 15 reservations over the year on average.

How are Airbnbs in Ocean City rated?

Guests rate Ocean City Airbnbs 4.82 out of 5 on average. Guests score location highest and value lowest.

What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Ocean City?

Boardwalk, North End and South End draw the most short-term rental interest in Ocean City. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.

How many Airbnbs are there in Ocean City?

AirROI counted 799 active Airbnb listings in Ocean City as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Somers Point, 5 km away.

How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Ocean City?

In Ocean City, nearly nine in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is $176, and some higher fees lift the average to $266.

Method

About This Data

Figures on this page cover 799 active Airbnb listings in Ocean 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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