Airbnb market data · 202612 months to May 2026
Dobson, NC Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Dobson brought in $29,382 over the 12 months through May 2026, across just 21 active listings, so a single property can move that figure.
AirROI's latest figures for Dobson run through May 2026.
The short answer
Dobson Airbnb Market at a Glance
Listings averaged $459 a night and were booked on 32% of available nights.
Timing matters: in October, the best month, the average listing earned about 3.5 times as much as in February, the slowest. With only 21 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 21 active listings, Dobson is the 283rd-largest of 298 North Carolina markets AirROI tracks.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Dobson?
Gross bookings per Dobson listing averaged $29,382 over the 12 months to May 2026 (North Carolina average: $34,622), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
The average Dobson listing brought in $5,540 in October, its best month, and $1,590 in February, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 36% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
Across Dobson's 21 active listings, monthly revenue by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $7,300+ a month, about 3.2 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $4,400 or more, roughly $2,100 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $2,260 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $1,260 or less, about 56% 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.
October earned about 3.5 times what February did
Average revenue per active listing, by month
Dobson Airbnb Data by Month
Latest 12 months in the May 2026 data.
October led on revenue and bookings; nightly rates peaked in April.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 2025 | $4,176 | 39.8% | $418 | $139 | 76 days | 3 nights |
| Jul 2025 | $3,815 | 45.8% | $416 | $123 | 63 days | 2.5 nights |
| Aug 2025 | $3,163 | 39.5% | $408 | $102 | 44 days | 2.4 nights |
| Sep 2025 | $3,601 | 41.9% | $412 | $120 | 61 days | 2.6 nights |
| Oct 2025 | $5,542 | 48.4% | $411 | $179 | 77 days | 2.2 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $3,586 | 40.4% | $394 | $120 | 77 days | 2.8 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $3,583 | 29.2% | $396 | $116 | 92 days | 4 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $1,749 | 21.5% | $456 | $56 | 72 days | 2.8 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $1,591 | 20.5% | $448 | $57 | 30 days | 2.1 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $2,848 | 30.0% | $464 | $92 | 67 days | 3.4 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $1,776 | 23.8% | $468 | $59 | 91 days | 1.9 nights |
| May 2026 | $2,558 | 29.8% | $464 | $83 | 60 days | 2.7 nights |
Averages per active listing in each month. Highlighted: the highest-revenue month. RevPAR is the month's revenue spread over its nights, booked or not. Booking lead time is the days between booking and check-in, and length of stay the nights per booking, for stays in that month.
These are market-wide figures. To see what one particular Dobson home could earn, enter its address, bedrooms and guests in the Airbnb revenue calculator; it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Dobson Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Dobson Airbnb took in $29,382 in the 12 months to May 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $1,570 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 $3,080 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $3,170 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $1,830 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $1,350 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.
Dobson Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | $26,212 | $50,970 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay11% of Dobson bookings | $3,170 | $6,170 |
| Gross bookings | $29,382 | $57,140 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 14%: 15.5% for the 86% of Dobson listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$4,030 | −$7,840 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$3,170 | −$6,170 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$1,470 | −$2,860 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$590 | −$1,140 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$880 | −$1,710 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −$290 | −$290 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −$150 | −$150 |
| 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 | −$10,580 | −$20,160 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $18,802about $1,570 a month | $36,980about $3,080 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Dobson Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Dobson'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 Dobson 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 Dobson's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Dobson listings are booked on 47% or more of their nights, against 30% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of $195 adds about $1,950 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge $480 a night or more, against a median of $195. 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 $2,620 a year.
- Open for the busy months. October brought the average listing about $5,540, against $1,590 in February, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Dobson listings average 4.86 stars, and 67% 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 $4,760 a month, against $2,450 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Dobson?
Dobson listings were booked on 32% of the nights they were open over the past year, 8 percentage points below the North Carolina average (40%) and 9 points below the U.S. average (41%). Occupancy swings from 21% in February to 48% in October.
Across Dobson's 21 active listings, the share of open nights booked by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 64%+ of open nights, 34 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 47% or more, roughly three nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 30% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 17% or less, under two nights a week.
October was the busiest month in Dobson, February the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month
The 12-month rate of 32% 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 Dobson?
The average nightly rate in Dobson, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $459 over the past year, about 43% above the North Carolina average of $320 and about 37% above the U.S. average of $335. Rates peak in March and April at about $470 and bottom out in November and December at about $395.
Across Dobson's 21 active listings, nightly rates by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge $1,205+ a night, about 6.2 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge $480 or more, about $290 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about $195 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge $155 or less, about three-quarters of the median.
April rates ran 19% above November's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month
The 12-month ADR of $459 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 Dobson?
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 Dobson it averaged $114 over the past year, from about $56 in January to about $179 in October.
Across Dobson's 21 active listings, RevPAR by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $209+ per open night, about 2.2 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $177 or more, about $80 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $95 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $47 or less, about half of the median.
October RevPAR was about 3.2 times January's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month
The 12-month RevPAR of $114 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 Dobson
With only 21 active listings, the monthly pattern in Dobson is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue peaked in October and bottomed out in February.
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Dobson?
Guests book Dobson stays 77 days ahead on average (about two and a half months), so guests here plan well ahead. December stays are booked furthest out, about 92 days ahead, and February stays closest to arrival, about 30 days. A typical December booking is made in mid-September.
December stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay
The 12-month figure of 77 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 Dobson
None of the 21 active listings in Dobson 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 Dobson.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Dobson
AirROI's area guide picks six Dobson neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Downtown Dobson, Shelton Vineyards and Pilot Mountain State Park. The picks reflect guest appeal, not earnings data or permit eligibility, so check local permit rules for a specific address before buying.
| Area | Who it suits | Landmarks nearby |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown Dobson | Central area with local dining and shopping, ideal for visitors looking to explore the local culture and attractions. Great access to nearby wineries and outdoor activities. | Surry County Courthouse, Dobson Cultural Center, local restaurants, Surry Community College, Historic Dobson Depot |
| Shelton Vineyards | Popular vineyard in the region, attracting wine enthusiasts and tourists seeking picturesque views and wine tours. A great spot for a relaxing getaway. | Shelton Vineyards, wine tastings, vineyard tours, nature trails, outdoor events |
| Pilot Mountain State Park | Scenic natural park known for its iconic peak and beautiful hiking trails. A favorite for outdoor enthusiasts and adventure seekers. | Pilot Mountain, hiking trails, picnic areas, rock climbing, stunning views |
| Wilkesboro | Home to various cultural events and the famous MerleFest, attracting music lovers and tourists seeking entertainment and local history. | Wilkes Heritage Museum, MerleFest, downtown events, local arts, historic sites |
| Yadkin Valley wineries | Famous wine region with numerous wineries and vineyards, perfect for wine tourism and weekend retreats. Offers tours and tastings. | Yadkin Valley wineries, wine tours, scenic landscapes, outdoor activities, culinary experiences |
| Stone Mountain State Park | A stunning natural area offering hiking, fishing, and camping opportunities. Great for families and nature lovers visiting the area. | Stone Mountain, hiking trails, fishing spots, campgrounds, scenic views |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Nearby markets
Dobson vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Dobson out-earns every one of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 50 km; the best of them, Hillsville, averaged about 14% less per listing. Fancy Gap and Hillsville were the busiest, each booked on 41% of nights against 32% in Dobson.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elkin 15 km | 63 | $23,152 | $205 | 40% |
| Mount Airy 18 km | 102 | $19,728 | $170 | 39% |
| Galax 32 km | 64 | $17,060 | $158 | 36% |
| Fancy Gap 33 km | 68 | $22,954 | $192 | 41% |
| Sparta 38 km | 64 | $20,597 | $182 | 39% |
| Hillsville 38 km | 50 | $25,134 | $188 | 41% |
| Fries 44 km | 36 | $11,352 | $149 | 32% |
| Clemmons 50 km | 35 | $15,337 | $175 | 35% |
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Markets Similar to Dobson
Markets elsewhere in the United States with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Dobson:
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FAQ
Dobson Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Dobson?
An active Dobson Airbnb grossed $29,382 on average in the 12 months to May 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 21 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $4,400 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Dobson?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Dobson listings earn between $1,260 and $4,400 in a typical month, and the top tenth $7,300 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 Dobson?
Listings in Dobson were booked on 32% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 40% for the North Carolina average. October was the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Dobson?
The average booked night in Dobson cost $459 before fees. Half of listings charge between $155 and $480, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Dobson?
None of the active Dobson 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 Dobson?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Dobson Airbnb grossed $29,382 in the 12 months to May 2026, 15% below the North Carolina average of $34,622, though with only 21 active listings a single property can move that figure. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, $18,802 a year (about $1,570 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 $3,080 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Dobson?
October paid best over the past year, at $5,540 per active listing, and February paid least. The month-by-month table above shows how rates and bookings each move.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Dobson?
Each night a Dobson listing was open to book earned $114 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 $209 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Dobson?
Dobson stays were booked 77 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 Dobson?
The average Dobson Airbnb stay lasted 3 nights over the past year. A listing took 25 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Dobson rated?
Guests rate Dobson Airbnbs 4.86 out of 5 on average. Guests score location highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Dobson?
Downtown Dobson, Shelton Vineyards and Pilot Mountain State Park draw the most short-term rental interest in Dobson. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Dobson?
AirROI counted 21 active Airbnb listings in Dobson as of May 2026. The closest tracked market is Elkin, 15 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Dobson?
In Dobson, about nine in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is $80; 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 21 active Airbnb listings in Dobson from June 2025 to May 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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