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Rapid City Tourism Statistics: 3.9M Visitors in 2025
Rapid City, in South Dakota, United States, recorded 3.9 million visitors in 2025, Visit Rapid City reports. AirROI estimates 18,336 Airbnb stays in Rapid City in the 12 months to October 2026. The busiest month was June, and the quietest was November.
Airbnb figures are AirROI estimates for the 12 months to October 2026. Read the method
- Estimated Airbnb nights
- 92,602
- Typical Airbnb stay
- 5.1 nights
- Busiest Airbnb month
- June
- From within the United States, among guests who left a review
- 95.4%
Key facts
Rapid City Tourism Facts
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Official
- Visit Rapid City puts Rapid City at 3.9 million visitors in 2025.
Airbnb stays
- AirROI puts Airbnb stays in Rapid City at 18,336 in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb stays in Rapid City added up to 92,602 nights in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates a typical Airbnb stay in Rapid City lasted 5.1 nights in the 12 months to October 2026, booked about 63 days ahead.
Busiest months
- AirROI ranks June the busiest Airbnb month in Rapid City in the 12 months to October 2026, followed by July and September, with November the quietest.
- AirROI estimates the six busiest Airbnb months in Rapid City ran unbroken from May to October in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb stays in Rapid City in August were booked furthest ahead, about 89 days, against 28 days for March, in the 12 months to October 2026.
Guests
- AirROI estimates 95.4% of Rapid City Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026 were from within the United States.
- Among Rapid City Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, Denver was the top origin city at 1.7%, ahead of Sioux Falls at 1.6%, AirROI estimates.
By place
- AirROI ranks Rapid City first for Airbnb stays among the 10 towns it lists in South Dakota in the 12 months to October 2026.
Official numbers
How Many Tourists Visit Rapid City?
Visit Rapid City counted 3.9 million visitors in 2025.
| Figure | What it counts | Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.9 millionVisitors | Visitors to Rapid City | 2025 | Visit Rapid City |
Airbnb stays
Airbnb Stays in Rapid City
Rapid City had 706 Airbnb homes in the 12 months to October 2026. They took an estimated 18,336 stays and 92,602 nights. A typical stay lasted 5.1 nights and was booked about 63 days ahead.
- Airbnb homes
- 706
- Airbnb stays, estimate
- 18,336
- Airbnb nights, estimate
- 92,602
- Typical stay
- 5.1 nights
- Booked ahead
- 63 days
Busiest months
When Is the Busiest Time in Rapid City?
On Airbnb, June was the busiest month in Rapid City in the 12 months to October 2026, then July and September. November was the quietest. The six busiest months run unbroken from May to October.
June ranks first, November last
Airbnb months in calendar order, 12 months to October 2026. The number is the month's rank, and 1 is the busiest. The bar shows its part of Airbnb nights.
- Three busiest months
- Other months
From busiest to quietest: June, July, September, August, May, October, March, April, December, February, January, November.
Month by month: rank, typical stay and days booked ahead
| Month | Share of nights | Booked ahead |
|---|---|---|
| June | 11.6% | 75 days |
| July | 11.2% | 81 days |
| September | 10.8% | 62 days |
| August | 10.6% | 89 days |
| May | 8.8% | 61 days |
| October | 8.5% | 44 days |
| March | 7.2% | 28 days |
| April | 6.7% | 47 days |
| December | 6.5% | 28 days |
| February | 6.0% | 31 days |
| January | 6.0% | 30 days |
| November | 6.0% | 37 days |
Share is each month's part of the year's Airbnb nights. Typical stay and days booked ahead are AirROI estimates for stays in each month.
Where guests come from
Where Do Rapid City Airbnb Guests Come From?
Nearly all Rapid City Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026 were from within the United States (95.4%), AirROI estimates. Among the same guests, Denver was the top origin city at 1.7%, ahead of Sioux Falls at 1.6%. The figures rest on 62,164 reviews, written over many years.
95.4% from within the United States
Among guests who left a review, as of October 2026
- From within the United States 95.4%
- From abroad 4.6%
Top origin cities
Among guests who left a review
FAQ
Questions About Tourism in Rapid City
How many tourists visit Rapid City?
Rapid City had 3.9 million visitors in 2025, according to Visit Rapid City. AirROI estimates 18,336 Airbnb stays in Rapid City in the 12 months to October 2026, which is a separate count of bookings.
When is the busiest time in Rapid City?
The busiest Airbnb month in Rapid City in the 12 months to October 2026 was June, then July and September. The six busiest months run from May to October.
What is the quietest month in Rapid City?
November was the quietest Airbnb month in Rapid City in the 12 months to October 2026, ranking 12th of 12, and January ranked 11th. Stays in November were booked about 37 days ahead, against 89 days for August.
How long is a typical Airbnb stay in Rapid City?
A typical Airbnb stay in Rapid City lasted 5.1 nights in the 12 months to October 2026, booked about 63 days ahead. By month, stays ran from 3.8 nights in September to 6.9 nights in January.
Where do Airbnb guests in Rapid City come from?
Of Rapid City Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, 95.4% were from within the United States, AirROI estimates. Among the same guests, the top origin city was Denver at 1.7%, ahead of Sioux Falls at 1.6%.
Are Airbnb stays the same as tourists?
No. Visit Rapid City counts visitors (3.9 million in 2025). An Airbnb stay is one booking on one platform, however many guests it holds. AirROI's 18,336 stays are estimates for the 12 months to October 2026.
Method
How These Numbers Are Made
Official figures come from their publishers, linked above, and were last checked in November 2026. Stays and nights are AirROI estimates for the 12 months to October 2026, built from Airbnb listing data, and cover Airbnb only. Nights are stays times the typical stay: 18,336 stays at 5.05 nights. Month ranks compare each month's part of Airbnb nights. Origin rests on 62,164 reviews and describes guests who left a review, not everyone who stayed. Read the method page.