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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
The average Airbnb in Hillsboro brought in $31,627 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 16% more than the Ohio average of $27,235.
The short answer
Bookings in Hillsboro trail the Ohio average, at prices about 8% higher. Listings averaged $243 a night and were booked on 37% of available nights, against $225 and 41% for the Ohio average.
Timing matters: in July, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 2.4 times as much as in April, usually the slowest.
With 51 active listings, Hillsboro is the 60th-largest of 174 Ohio markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, the number of active listings grew 34%.
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Gross bookings per Hillsboro listing averaged $31,627 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Ohio average: $27,235), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Hillsboro listing brings in $4,330 in July, its best month, and $1,830 in April, its slowest. March runs within 1% of April, so either can be the slowest in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 32% 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 3.4 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
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 2.4 times what April 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.
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 November 2025.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | $3,339 | 42.2% | $232 | $111 | 55 days | 4.6 nights |
| Oct 2025 | $3,667 | 45.4% | $232 | $118 | 67 days | 4.2 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $3,674 | 48.0% | $228 | $122 | 57 days | 4.4 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $3,270 | 40.2% | $222 | $105 | 35 days | 3.3 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $2,249 | 33.6% | $213 | $73 | 46 days | 4.8 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $1,482 | 28.6% | $213 | $53 | 16 days | 4 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $1,665 | 24.3% | $216 | $54 | 30 days | 2.9 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $1,736 | 26.8% | $222 | $58 | 32 days | 4.5 nights |
| May 2026 | $3,651 | 40.4% | $249 | $118 | 45 days | 3.6 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $3,950 | 42.9% | $252 | $132 | 48 days | 3.5 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $4,590 | 45.1% | $262 | $148 | 87 days | 3.4 nights |
| Aug 2026 | $3,729 | 39.4% | $253 | $120 | 42 days | 3.1 nights |
Averages per active listing in each month. Highlighted: the highest-revenue month of the 12. RevPAR is the month's revenue spread over its nights, booked or not. Booking lead time is the days between booking and check-in, and length of stay the nights per booking, for stays in that month.
For a figure on one home rather than the whole Hillsboro market, enter its address and size in the Airbnb income calculator, which compares it with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Yes, when it's run well. The average Hillsboro Airbnb took in $31,627 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $1,650 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 $3,050 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $3,390 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $1,940 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $1,420 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.
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | $28,237 | $51,560 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay11% of Hillsboro bookings | $3,390 | $6,190 |
| Gross bookings | $31,627 | $57,750 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 15%: 15.5% for the 96% of Hillsboro listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$4,750 | −$8,670 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$3,390 | −$6,190 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$1,580 | −$2,890 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$630 | −$1,150 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$950 | −$1,730 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −$320 | −$320 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −$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 27% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −$11,780 | −$21,110 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $19,847about $1,650 a month | $36,640about $3,050 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
The estimate starts from Hillsboro'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 Hillsboro 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.
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 $4,810 a month, against $2,640 for the average one.
Occupancy
Hillsboro listings were booked on 37% of the nights they were open over the past year, 4 percentage points below the Ohio average (41%) and 4 points below the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 51% in November and falls to 27% in April.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 3.3 times as often as the bottom quarter.
November is usually the busiest month in Hillsboro, April 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
The average nightly rate in Hillsboro, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $243 over the past year, about 8% above the Ohio average of $225 and about 24% below the U.S. average of $320. In a typical year, rates peak in June and July at about $245 and bottom out in January and February at about $210.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 3.5 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
July rates run 16% above February's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The 12-month ADR of $243 averages each listing's own rate across its whole year; the monthly points average listings month by month, so the two differ.
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 Hillsboro it averaged $100 over the past year, from about $59 in a typical March to about $140 in a typical July.
A small group of listings earns several times more per open night than the rest.
July RevPAR is about 2.4 times March's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Seasonality
Hillsboro has one high season, May through December, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest from January to April.
Average revenue by month in Hillsboro
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | $2,530 |
| February | Low season | $1,860 |
| March | Low season | $1,840 |
| April | Low season | $1,830 |
| May | High season | $3,330 |
| June | High season | $3,570 |
| July | High season | $4,330 |
| August | High season | $3,490 |
| September | High season | $3,250 |
| October | High season | $3,450 |
| November | High season | $3,700 |
| December | High season | $3,290 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonMay–December | $3,550 | 45% | $232 |
| Low seasonJanuary–April | $2,020 | 32% | $215 |
Guests book Hillsboro stays 50 days ahead on average (about seven weeks). July stays are booked furthest out, about 74 days ahead, and February stays closest to arrival, about 18 days. A typical July booking is made in early 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 50 days averages each listing's year as a whole; each month here averages only the listings with stays in it.
Permits
None of the 51 active listings in Hillsboro 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 Hillsboro.
Neighborhoods
AirROI's area guide picks eight Hillsboro neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Downtown Hillsboro, Rocky Fork Lake and Hillsboro Historic District. 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 Hillsboro | The heart of Hillsboro, featuring local shops, cafes, and restaurants. Ideal for travelers who want to experience the charm of small-town Ohio and its community events. | Highland County Courthouse, Main Street shops, local dining options, monthly farmers market, town events |
| Rocky Fork Lake | A popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering fishing, boating, and camping opportunities. Ideal for nature lovers and families looking for a relaxing getaway. | Rocky Fork State Park, Variety of water sports, Hiking trails, Picnic areas, Wildlife observation |
| Hillsboro Historic District | A quaint area showcasing the rich history of Hillsboro with historic buildings and landmarks. Great for visitors interested in history and architecture. | Hillsboro Historic Society, Old Jail Museum, historic homes, quaint cafes, annual local festivals |
| Forest Hills | A suburban area close to nature, parks, and recreational activities. Perfect for families and those seeking peace and quiet while being near town. | Parks and playgrounds, Walking and biking trails, Local schools, Community events |
| Hillsboro Community Park | A great location for families and outdoor activities, with playgrounds and sports facilities. Attracts visitors looking for leisure and recreation. | Playgrounds, Sports courts, Walking trails, Picnic areas, Community events |
| South Side Estate | This peaceful residential neighborhood is ideal for longer-term stays, offering comfort and convenience while being close to local amenities. | Quiet streets, Local eateries, Convenience to downtown, Residential atmosphere |
| Nearby Wilmington | A short drive from Hillsboro, Wilmington offers additional amenities and attractions, making it a great complement to a stay in Hillsboro. | Airborne and Special Operations Museum, Wilmington College, Local shops, Wilmington riverfront, Cultural events |
| Highland County Fairgrounds | Host to community events and fairs, this area is great for visitors wanting to experience local culture and community life in Hillsboro. | Annual Highland County Fair, Community events, Exhibition space, Local vendors |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Almost every Airbnb in Hillsboro is an entire home: 96% of listings, with private rooms at 4%. Houses are the most common property type at 51%, ahead of cabins and other outdoor stays (41%).
Nearly all listings rent the whole place
Hillsboro Airbnb listings by room type
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 96.1% | 49 |
| Private room | 3.9% | 2 |
Listings by property type
Hillsboro Airbnb listings by property type
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 51.0% | 26 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 41.2% | 21 |
| Apartment/Condo | 3.9% | 2 |
| Others | 2.0% | 1 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 2.0% | 1 |
Two-bedroom homes are the most common size in Hillsboro (29% of entire homes), and 43% have three or more bedrooms.
Hillsboro entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2.0% | 1 |
| 1 bedroom | 26.5% | 13 |
| 2 bedrooms | 28.6% | 14 |
| 3 bedrooms | 22.4% | 11 |
| 4 bedrooms | 8.2% | 4 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 12.2% | 6 |
A typical one-bedroom home in Hillsboro earned $14,900 over the past year, against $33,400 for a three-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 13 | $14,900 | $14,300 | $147 | 30% |
| 2 bedrooms | 14 | $16,700 | $21,100 | $176 | 37% |
| 3 bedrooms | 11 | $33,400 | $44,100 | $283 | 44% |
Hillsboro is a group-trip market: 41% of listings sleep eight or more guests, about 1.8 times the share of the next most common size, six guests (22%).
Hillsboro listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 14.3% | 7 |
| 3 guests | 2.0% | 1 |
| 4 guests | 18.4% | 9 |
| 5 guests | 2.0% | 1 |
| 6 guests | 22.4% | 11 |
| 8+ guests | 40.8% | 20 |
Hillsboro hosts set up an average of 3.9 beds per listing. Only 31% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
Fire pits are common in Hillsboro: 67% of listings have one, and 69% offer self check-in.
Share of Hillsboro listings with each common amenity
Guests
Hillsboro draws mostly domestic guests: 99% of those who left reviews live in the United States. No single city dominates: Cincinnati is the largest source, at about 9% of reviews. English is spoken by 83% of guests, and Spanish by 10%.
99% of Hillsboro guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
Where Hillsboro guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Cincinnati | 8.6% |
| Columbus | 4.0% |
| Indianapolis | 3.6% |
| Pittsburgh | 2.0% |
| Athens | 2.0% |
Where Hillsboro guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 98.7% |
| Spain | 0.3% |
| Canada | 0.3% |
| Colombia | 0.3% |
| France | 0.3% |
Languages spoken by Hillsboro guests
Share of guests who left reviews
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 82.6% |
| Spanish | 10.1% |
| French | 2.2% |
| Korean | 0.7% |
| Greek | 0.7% |
Hillsboro Airbnbs average 4.88 stars, and 76% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and value for money is the lowest, at 4.80.
Communication and check-in score highest in Hillsboro; value is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.90 |
| Cleanliness | 4.88 |
| Communication | 4.94 |
| Location | 4.87 |
| Check-in | 4.94 |
| Value | 4.80 |
Booking patterns
Nearly nine in ten Hillsboro listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 14% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 91 to 180 days a year, covering 53% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Hillsboro listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 33.3% | 17 |
| 181-270 days | 54.9% | 28 |
| 91-180 days | 11.8% | 6 |
Days a year Hillsboro listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 181-270 days | 13.7% | 7 |
| 91-180 days | 52.9% | 27 |
| 31-90 days | 27.5% | 14 |
| 1-30 days | 5.9% | 3 |
The average Hillsboro booking lasts 3.9 nights, longest in January and shortest in March. Listings took about 27 bookings each over the year, some 1,400 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 Hillsboro
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Two-year average by calendar month.
Nearly all listings in Hillsboro accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Hillsboro listings
Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more
Flexible and Moderate are the most common cancellation policies in Hillsboro, each used by 27% of listings. Hosts here lean flexible: 55% of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 29% on Firm or stricter ones.
Cancellation policies of Hillsboro listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
Nearly eight in ten Hillsboro listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is about $100. Spread over the average stay of 3.9 nights, that adds roughly $25 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 11% of gross revenue.
Top earners
The top-grossing Airbnb in Hillsboro, a seven-bedroom home, took in $124,000 over the past year, about four times the city's average of $31,600. Three of the six listings below have five or more bedrooms; the other three have three and four bedrooms.
Open Gate Farm Retreat: Sleeps16 | Near Rocky Fork Entire home · 7 bedrooms Rated 5.00
The South Farm Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 5.00
~Lakeside Oasis~ Waterfront w/HotTub, Sauna & Dock Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Hillsboro Country Retreat Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Pool | Theater | Hot Tub | Massage | Game Room Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.88
Ponds, Trails & Pub Room Fun: Hillsboro Getaway Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.95 Only 10% of Hillsboro listings are classed as professionally managed, though 33% of listings have a co-host. 69% 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 96% of listings.
Nearby markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 68 km, Deerfield Township (50 km away, 31 listings) earned the most per listing, about 33% more than Hillsboro. Loveland was the busiest, booked on 53% of nights against 37% in Hillsboro.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilmington 39 km | 75 | $26,331 | $184 | 46% |
| Deerfield Township 50 km | 31 | $42,089 | $309 | 42% |
| Chillicothe 51 km | 89 | $20,942 | $192 | 37% |
| Maysville 63 km | 41 | $14,832 | $150 | 38% |
| Loveland 63 km | 43 | $31,037 | $187 | 53% |
| Lebanon 64 km | 35 | $39,022 | $275 | 46% |
| Xenia 66 km | 39 | $24,329 | $153 | 49% |
| Portsmouth 68 km | 35 | $20,869 | $148 | 49% |
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FAQ
An active Hillsboro Airbnb grossed $31,627 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 51 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $3,730 or more in a typical month.
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Hillsboro listings earn between $1,080 and $3,730 in a typical month, and the top tenth $7,360 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Listings in Hillsboro were booked on 37% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 41% for the Ohio average. November is usually the busiest month.
The average booked night in Hillsboro cost $243 before fees. Half of listings charge between $125 and $270, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
None of the active Hillsboro 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.
Yes, when it's run well. The average Hillsboro Airbnb grossed $31,627 in the 12 months to September 2026, 16% above the Ohio average of $27,235. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, $19,847 a year (about $1,650 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 $3,050 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
July usually pays best, averaging $4,330 per active listing over the past two years, and April usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
Each night a Hillsboro listing was open to book earned $100 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 $229 or more.
Hillsboro stays were booked 50 days (about seven weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so most of a month is booked well before it starts.
The average Hillsboro Airbnb stay lasted 3.9 nights over the past year. A listing took 27 reservations over the year on average.
Guests rate Hillsboro Airbnbs 4.88 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and value lowest.
Downtown Hillsboro, Rocky Fork Lake and Hillsboro Historic District draw the most short-term rental interest in Hillsboro. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
AirROI counted 51 active Airbnb listings in Hillsboro as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Wilmington, 39 km away.
In Hillsboro, nearly eight in ten listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about $100.
Method
Figures on this page cover 51 active Airbnb listings in Hillsboro 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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