Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026

Kingsport, TN Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends

Source: AirROI Reviewed by , Founder @ AirROI Updated

Active Airbnb listings
136
Avg. booking lead time
41 days
Listings showing a permit
0%
Peak revenue month
July
Lowest revenue month
January

The short answer

Kingsport Airbnb Market at a Glance

Kingsport is cheaper but busier than the Tennessee average. Listings averaged $170 a night and were booked on 45% of available nights, against $320 and 42% for the Tennessee average.

July, usually the best month, brings in about 73% more per listing than January, usually the slowest.

With 136 active listings, Kingsport is the 28th-largest of 167 Tennessee markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, the number of active listings grew 28%.

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

Revenue

How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Kingsport?

Gross bookings per Kingsport listing averaged $20,265 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Tennessee average: $42,043), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.

In a typical year, the average Kingsport listing brings in $3,060 in July, its best month, and $1,770 in January, its slowest. February runs within 5% of January, so either can be the slowest in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 30% 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 2.6 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $4,700+ a month, about 2.3 times the typical property.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn $3,110 or more, roughly $1,100 a month above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about $2,030 a month.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $1,180 or less, about 58% 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 1.7 times what January 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.

Kingsport 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 June 2026.

Average monthly Airbnb revenue, occupancy, nightly rate, RevPAR, booking lead time and length of stay per active listing in Kingsport, Sep 2025 to Aug 2026
Month Avg. Revenue Occupancy Avg. Nightly Rate RevPAR Booking Lead Time Avg. Length of Stay
Sep 2025$2,22245.6%$166$7470 days4 nights
Oct 2025$2,48248.3%$165$8034 days5.5 nights
Nov 2025$2,22443.8%$163$7448 days5.2 nights
Dec 2025$2,35645.7%$165$7634 days4.8 nights
Jan 2026$1,82438.7%$158$5925 days5.8 nights
Feb 2026$1,75942.1%$159$6316 days5 nights
Mar 2026$2,13646.2%$160$6922 days8.4 nights
Apr 2026$2,53550.5%$164$8446 days5.6 nights
May 2026$2,73048.8%$174$8846 days4.7 nights
Jun 2026$2,90454.3%$179$9740 days5.8 nights
Jul 2026$3,54653.0%$179$11445 days6 nights
Aug 2026$2,49645.3%$173$8138 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.

For a figure on one home rather than the whole Kingsport market, enter its address and size in the Airbnb estimator, which compares it with similar listings nearby.

Profit

Is an Airbnb in Kingsport Profitable?

Yes, when it's run well. The average Kingsport Airbnb took in $20,265 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $1,090 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 $1,690 a month.

Cleaning it yourself keeps the $2,220 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $1,280 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $940 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.

Kingsport 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 Kingsport Airbnb
Line Average listing Top-quarter listing
Money in
Nightly bookings$18,045$27,710
Cleaning fees guests pay11% of Kingsport bookings$2,220$3,420
Gross bookings$20,265$31,130
Running costs
Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 79% of Kingsport listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest−$2,620−$4,020
Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself−$2,220−$3,420
Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings−$1,010−$1,560
Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2%−$410−$620
Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3%−$610−$930
Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover−$200−$200
Permit and registrationWhere one is required−$100−$100
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−$7,170−$10,850
Left for housing costs, then profit$13,095about $1,090 a month$20,280about $1,690 a month
Housing costs
Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees Depend on the home

Estimate Your Own Kingsport Airbnb Profit

The estimate starts from Kingsport'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 Kingsport 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 Kingsport's Top Earners Get There

  • More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Kingsport listings are booked on 68% or more of their nights, against 47% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of $130 adds about $1,290 in bookings.
  • Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge $175 a night or more, against a median of $130. 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 $1,800 a year.
  • Open for the busy months. In a typical year, July brings the average listing about $3,060, against $1,770 in January, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
  • Reviews that stand out. Kingsport listings average 4.88 stars, and 64% 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 $2,590 a month, against $1,690 for the average one.

Occupancy

What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Kingsport?

Kingsport listings were booked on 45% of the nights they were open over the past year, 3 percentage points above the Tennessee average (42%) and 4 points above the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 54% in October and falls to 41% 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 81%+ of open nights, 34 points above the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) fill 68% or more, roughly five nights a week.
  • Typical properties (median) fill about 47% of open nights.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 25% or less, under two nights a week.

October is usually the busiest month in Kingsport, January the quietest

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

The 12-month rate of 45% 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 Kingsport?

The average nightly rate in Kingsport, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $170 over the past year, about 47% below the Tennessee and U.S. averages (both about $320). Averaged month by month over the past two years, rates peak in June and July at about $170 and bottom out in October and November at about $145.

The top 10% charge about three times the rate of the bottom quarter.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge $285+ a night, about 2.2 times the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) charge $175 or more, about $45 above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) charge about $130 a night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge $98 or less, about three-quarters of the median.

June rates run 17% above November's

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

The 12-month ADR of $170 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 Kingsport?

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 Kingsport it averaged $76 over the past year, from about $57 in a typical January to about $99 in a typical July.

Per open night, by tier:

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $132+ per open night, about twice the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn $91 or more, about $25 a night above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about $67 per open night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $42 or less, about 62% of the median.

July RevPAR is about 1.7 times January's

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

Seasonality

Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Kingsport

Kingsport has one high season, June and July, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest from January to March and slows again in November. A listing earns about 40% more a month in June through August than in December through February.

Average revenue by month in Kingsport

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

Revenue by month in Kingsport in numbers
Average monthly revenue per active listing in Kingsport, by calendar month
Month Season Revenue per listing
JanuaryLow season$1,770
FebruaryLow season$1,840
MarchLow season$2,090
AprilShoulder season$2,280
MayShoulder season$2,410
JuneHigh season$2,670
JulyHigh season$3,060
AugustShoulder season$2,400
SeptemberShoulder season$2,220
OctoberShoulder season$2,390
NovemberLow season$2,090
DecemberShoulder season$2,200
Average monthly Airbnb revenue, occupancy and nightly rate in Kingsport by season
Season Revenue per month Occupancy Nightly rate
High seasonJune–July$2,87052%$170
Shoulder seasonApril–May, August–October, December$2,32049%$155
Low seasonJanuary–March, November$1,95047%$150

How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Kingsport?

Guests book Kingsport stays 41 days ahead on average (about six weeks). September stays are booked furthest out, about 62 days ahead, and February stays closest to arrival, about 14 days. A typical September booking is made in mid-July.

September 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 41 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 Kingsport

None of the 136 active listings in Kingsport 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 Kingsport.

Neighborhoods

Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Kingsport

AirROI's area guide picks eight Kingsport neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Downtown Kingsport, Warriors' Path State Park and Fort Henry Drive. 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 Kingsport
Area Who it suits Landmarks nearby
Downtown Kingsport The central business district of Kingsport, offering easy access to local shops, dining, and events. Ideal for guests wanting to explore the heart of the city and its vibrant culture.Kingsport Carousel, Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium, Warriors' Path State Park, LOCAL restaurants and shops, Woodland Performings Arts
Warriors' Path State Park A beautiful state park with extensive hiking trails, beautiful scenery, and recreational opportunities. Perfect for nature lovers and those looking for outdoor adventures.Bays Mountain, Hiking Trails, Picnic Areas, Fishing Spots, Golf Course
Fort Henry Drive A major commercial area in Kingsport with a variety of shopping and dining options, attracting both tourists and locals.Kingsport Town Center, Restaurants, Shopping, Movie Theatres, Family Entertainment
Crockett Ridge A residential area in Kingsport known for its quiet neighborhoods and family-friendly atmosphere, ideal for longer stays.Nearby parks, Local schools, Community events, Family-friendly activities, Safe neighborhoods
Ridgeview A suburban area that's perfect for visitors looking for a peaceful retreat while still being close to Kingsport's amenities.Scenic views, Local parks, Quiet streets, Neighborhood events, Shopping nearby
Lynn Garden A family-oriented neighborhood with a mix of local shops and residential life, suitable for budget-conscious travelers.Local markets, Parks, Community gatherings, Family-friendly, Dining options
Indian Springs A growing neighborhood known for its community feel and proximity to nature, attractive to those looking for tranquility close to the city.Nature trails, Parks, Community events, Outdoor activities, Local cuisine
Bays Mountain Surrounding the beautiful Bays Mountain Park, this area is great for eco-tourism and attracts visitors interested in outdoor sports and nature.Bays Mountain Park, Hiking Trails, Camping, Nature Observation, Wildlife Viewing

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

Listings

Kingsport Airbnb Listings by Type and Size

More than nine in ten Airbnbs in Kingsport are entire homes (94%), with private rooms at 6%. Houses are the most common property type at 74%, about 3.9 times the share of apartments and condos (19%).

Nearly all listings rent the whole place

Kingsport Airbnb listings by room type

  • Entire home 94%
  • Private room 6%
Room types in numbers
Kingsport Airbnb listings by room type
Room type Share of listings Listings
Entire home94.1%128
Private room5.9%8

Listings by property type

Kingsport Airbnb listings by property type

  • House 74%
  • Apartment/Condo 19%
  • Others 4%
  • Hotel/Boutique 2%
  • Cabin/Outdoor <1%
Property types in numbers
Kingsport Airbnb listings by property type
Property type Share of listings Listings
House74.3%101
Apartment/Condo19.1%26
Others3.7%5
Hotel/Boutique2.2%3
Cabin/Outdoor0.7%1

How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Kingsport Have?

Two-bedroom homes are the most common size in Kingsport (40% of entire homes), and 41% have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 126 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.

Kingsport 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
Kingsport entire homes by number of bedrooms
Bedrooms Share of entire homes with a bedroom count Entire homes
Studio1.6%2
1 bedroom16.7%21
2 bedrooms40.5%51
3 bedrooms29.4%37
4 bedrooms11.1%14
5+ bedrooms0.8%1

What Each Home Size Earns in Kingsport

A typical one-bedroom home in Kingsport earned $12,700 over the past year, against $32,400 for a four-bedroom home.

What each home size earns in Kingsport
Home size Listings Typical annual revenue (median) Average annual revenue Avg. nightly rate Occupancy
1 bedroom21$12,700$15,500$11347%
2 bedrooms51$16,300$17,700$13446%
3 bedrooms37$25,100$22,900$20644%
4 bedrooms14$32,400$36,600$29749%

How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Kingsport Sleep?

The most common capacity in Kingsport is four guests (33% of listings), and 41% of listings sleep six or more. Shares are of the 129 listings with a guest capacity on file (95% of the market).

Kingsport listings by guest capacity

Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file

Guest capacity in numbers
Kingsport listings by guest capacity
Guest capacity Share of listings with a capacity on file Listings
2 guests13.2%17
3 guests6.2%8
4 guests33.3%43
5 guests6.2%8
6 guests22.5%29
7 guests1.6%2
8+ guests17.1%22

How Kingsport Airbnb Listings Are Set Up

Kingsport hosts set up an average of 2.8 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. About three in ten listings (31%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.

Photos per listing
12
Beds per listing
2.8
Show exact location
31%

What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Kingsport Offer?

Backyards are common in Kingsport: 64% of listings have one, and 64% have a dedicated workspace.

Share of Kingsport listings with each common amenity

  • Wifi Nearly all
  • Free parking on premises Nearly all
  • Air conditioning Nearly all
  • Smoke alarm Nearly all
  • TV 99%
  • Heating 97%
  • Hot water 93%
  • Kitchen 91%
  • Coffee maker 89%
  • Dishes and silverware 88%

Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Kingsport

Listings in Kingsport with a fire pit earned about 50% more a year, on average, than those without: $26,800 against $18,100. The gap is smaller for a patio or balcony (about 45% more) and outdoor furniture (about 40% 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 Kingsport 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

  • Fire pit +48% on 25% of listings
  • Patio or balcony +44% on 54% of listings
  • Outdoor furniture +40% on 48% of listings
  • Pets allowed +29% on 63% of listings
  • Smart lock +24% on 25% of listings
  • BBQ grill +23% on 39% of listings
  • Waterfront +22% on 8% of listings
  • Outdoor dining area +21% on 41% of listings
  • Backyard +19% on 64% of listings
  • Dedicated workspace +18% on 64% of listings
Revenue by amenity in numbers
Average annual revenue of Kingsport listings with and without each amenity
Amenity Listings with it Avg. revenue with Avg. revenue without Revenue gap
Fire pit25%$26,800$18,100+48%
Patio or balcony54%$23,600$16,400+44%
Outdoor furniture48%$23,800$17,000+40%
Pets allowed63%$22,100$17,200+29%
Smart lock25%$23,700$19,100+24%
BBQ grill39%$22,900$18,600+23%
Waterfront8%$24,300$19,900+22%
Outdoor dining area41%$22,600$18,700+21%
Backyard64%$21,500$18,100+19%
Dedicated workspace64%$21,400$18,200+18%

Guests

Who Books Airbnbs in Kingsport?

Kingsport draws mostly domestic guests: 98% of those who left reviews live in the United States. No single city dominates: Knoxville is the largest source outside Kingsport, at about 2% of reviews.

98% of Kingsport guests are domestic

Where guests who left reviews live

  • Domestic 98%
  • International 2%

Where Kingsport guests come from: top cities

Share of guests who left reviews

  • Kingsport 4%
  • Knoxville 2%
  • Nashville 2%
  • Raleigh 1%
  • Atlanta 1%
Top origin cities in numbers
Where Kingsport guests come from: top cities
Origin city Share of guests
Kingsport3.6%
Knoxville2.2%
Nashville2.2%
Raleigh1.4%
Atlanta1.1%

Where Kingsport guests come from: top countries

Share of guests who left reviews

  • United States 98%
  • Australia 0%
  • Canada 0%
  • Germany 0%
Top origin countries in numbers
Where Kingsport guests come from: top countries
Origin country Share of guests
United States98.3%
Australia0.4%
Canada0.2%
Germany0.2%

Languages spoken by Kingsport guests

Share of guests who left reviews

  • English 80%
  • Spanish 9%
  • French 3%
  • German 2%
  • Portuguese 2%
Top languages in numbers
Languages spoken by Kingsport guests
Language Share of guests
English79.8%
Spanish9.4%
French2.5%
German2.0%
Portuguese1.6%

What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Kingsport?

Kingsport Airbnbs average 4.88 stars, and 64% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and value for money is the lowest, at 4.85. Listings here carry long review histories, about 81 reviews each on average.

Communication and check-in score highest in Kingsport; value is lowest

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

  • Accuracy 4.91
  • Cleanliness 4.88
  • Communication 4.94
  • Location 4.86
  • Check-in 4.94
  • Value 4.85
Category scores in numbers
Kingsport guest ratings by category
Category Average rating (out of 5)
Accuracy4.91
Cleanliness4.88
Communication4.94
Location4.86
Check-in4.94
Value4.85

Booking patterns

How Guests Book in Kingsport: Stays, Rules and Fees

Nearly three-quarters of Kingsport listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 28% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 91 to 180 days a year, covering 31% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.

Days a year Kingsport listings are open to guests

Share of listings by days a year

  • 271-366 days 43%
  • 181-270 days 30%
  • 91-180 days 24%
  • 31-90 days 2%
Open days in numbers
Days a year Kingsport listings are open to guests
Days a year Share of listings Listings
271-366 days43.4%59
181-270 days30.1%41
91-180 days24.3%33
31-90 days2.2%3

Days a year Kingsport listings are booked or blocked

Share of listings by days a year

  • 271-366 days 4%
  • 181-270 days 24%
  • 91-180 days 31%
  • 31-90 days 25%
  • 1-30 days 16%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
Days a year Kingsport listings are booked or blocked
Days a year Share of listings Listings
271-366 days4.4%6
181-270 days23.5%32
91-180 days30.9%42
31-90 days25.0%34
1-30 days16.2%22

What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Kingsport?

The average Kingsport booking lasts 6.3 nights, longest in March and shortest in September. Listings took about 24 bookings each over the year, some 3,140 in all. About half 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 Kingsport

Average nights per booking, by month of stay

Two-year average by calendar month.

Kingsport Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements

Nearly three-quarters of listings in Kingsport accept stays of one or two nights.

Minimum stay set by Kingsport listings

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

  • 1 Night 34% 46 listings
  • 2 Nights 39% 53 listings
  • 3 Nights 9% 12 listings
  • 4-6 Nights 10% 14 listings
  • 7-29 Nights 8% 11 listings

What Cancellation Policies Do Airbnb Hosts Use in Kingsport?

Flexible is the most common cancellation policy in Kingsport, used by 35% of listings; it refunds guests in full if they cancel at least a day before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: about six in ten listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 34% on Firm or stricter ones.

Cancellation policies of Kingsport listings, from most to least flexible

Share of listings by the policy they use

  • Flexible 35% 47 listings
  • Moderate 26% 35 listings
  • Limited 6% 8 listings
  • Firm 31% 42 listings
  • Strict 3% 4 listings

How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Kingsport?

More than eight in ten Kingsport listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is $98, and some higher fees lift the average to $144. Spread over the average stay of 6.3 nights, that adds roughly $16 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 11% of gross revenue.

Median cleaning fee
$98
Average cleaning fee
$144
Listings charging a fee
83.1%
Share of gross revenue
11.0%

Top earners

Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Kingsport

The top-grossing Airbnb in Kingsport, a five-bedroom home, took in $83,900 over the past year, about 4.1 times the city's average of $20,300.

Private Hot Tub: 'Bays View Lodge' in Kingsport! Private Hot Tub: 'Bays View Lodge' in Kingsport! Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Revenue
$83,894
Occupancy
25.0%
Daily rate
$1,227
The Summit at Peaceful Peak The Summit at Peaceful Peak Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Revenue
$82,104
Occupancy
58.5%
Daily rate
$360
Easy Hiking & Sightseeing! Kingsport Home w/ Deck Easy Hiking & Sightseeing! Kingsport Home w/ Deck Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.92
Revenue
$79,398
Occupancy
53.8%
Daily rate
$366
Fam & Pet Friendly Kingsport Home - 3br - Deck Fam & Pet Friendly Kingsport Home - 3br - Deck Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Revenue
$67,955
Occupancy
65.2%
Daily rate
$342
Fort Henry - Pool Table, Fire Pit, Prime Location Fort Henry - Pool Table, Fire Pit, Prime Location Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.98
Revenue
$60,682
Occupancy
64.7%
Daily rate
$250
Lakefront family home Lakefront family home Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.83
Revenue
$58,592
Occupancy
31.6%
Daily rate
$532

Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Kingsport?

Evolve is the top-grossing host in Kingsport, with $237,000 in bookings across 5 listings over the past year. Together, the ten top-grossing hosts run 19% of the market's 136 listings.

Top Airbnb hosts in Kingsport by revenue
# Host Listings Gross revenue Per listing Avg. rating
Evolve 5$236,784$47,3574.85/5
Jennifer 4$137,530$34,3834.97/5
James 2$120,189$60,0954.89/5
4 Anthony 6$105,277$17,5464.76/5
5 Hannah 1$60,682$60,6824.98/5
6 Amy And Ron 1$58,592$58,5924.83/5
7 Eddie 2$55,686$27,8435.00/5
8 Danny 2$54,342$27,1714.98/5
9 Ashley 2$53,435$26,7184.96/5
10 Dorie 1$50,801$50,8015.00/5

Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Kingsport?

Only 7% of Kingsport listings are classed as professionally managed, though 32% of listings have a co-host. 65% of 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 28% 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
65.4%
Professional management
6.6%
Cohosted listings
31.6%
Instant Book enabled
27.9%
Simplified Pricing
79.4%

Nearby markets

Kingsport vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets

Kingsport earns about as much per listing as Jonesborough, the top earner of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 49 km.

Airbnb markets near Kingsport: distance, revenue, nightly rate and occupancy
Market Listings Avg. annual revenue Avg. nightly rate Occupancy
Blountville 14 km 32$12,354$16337%
Johnson City 26 km 254$20,577$15744%
Jonesborough 27 km 60$20,935$18440%
Bluff City 27 km 36$20,864$19938%
Bristol City 31 km 49$13,127$19331%
Elizabethton 36 km 86$20,662$17042%
Erwin 47 km 41$10,921$12537%
Greeneville 49 km 78$15,567$14740%

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FAQ

Kingsport Airbnb FAQ

How much do Airbnb hosts make in Kingsport?

An active Kingsport Airbnb grossed $20,265 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 136 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $3,110 or more in a typical month.

How much can I make on Airbnb in Kingsport?

It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Kingsport listings earn between $1,180 and $3,110 in a typical month, and the top tenth $4,700 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 Kingsport?

Listings in Kingsport were booked on 45% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 42% for the Tennessee average. October is usually the busiest month.

How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Kingsport?

The average booked night in Kingsport cost $170 before fees. Half of listings charge between $98 and $175, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.

Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Kingsport?

None of the active Kingsport 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 Kingsport?

Yes, when it's run well. The average Kingsport Airbnb grossed $20,265 in the 12 months to September 2026, 52% below the Tennessee average of $42,043. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, $13,095 a year (about $1,090 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 $1,690 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.

When is Airbnb peak season in Kingsport?

July usually pays best, averaging $3,060 per active listing over the past two years, 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 Kingsport?

Each night a Kingsport listing was open to book earned $76 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 $132 or more.

How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Kingsport?

Kingsport stays were booked 41 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 Kingsport?

The average Kingsport Airbnb stay lasted 6.3 nights over the past year. A listing took 24 reservations over the year on average.

How are Airbnbs in Kingsport rated?

Guests rate Kingsport Airbnbs 4.88 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.

What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Kingsport?

Downtown Kingsport, Warriors' Path State Park and Fort Henry Drive draw the most short-term rental interest in Kingsport. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.

How many Airbnbs are there in Kingsport?

AirROI counted 136 active Airbnb listings in Kingsport as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Blountville, 14 km away.

How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Kingsport?

In Kingsport, more than eight in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is $98, and some higher fees lift the average to $144.

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About This Data

Figures on this page cover 136 active Airbnb listings in Kingsport 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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