24 Guest Lake Front, Hot Tub, Jet Ski, Boat Rental Entire home · 8 bedrooms Rated 4.90 - Revenue
- $144,016
- Occupancy
- 41.1%
- Daily rate
- $918
Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
The average Airbnb in Gun Barrel City brought in $34,136 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 27% more than the Texas average of $26,925.
The short answer
Gun Barrel City earns on price rather than volume. Listings averaged $370 a night and were booked on 30% of available nights, against $265 and 37% for the Texas average.
Timing matters: in July, usually the best month, the average listing earns about three times as much as in January, usually the slowest.
With 72 active listings, Gun Barrel City is the 163rd-largest of 442 Texas markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 34% while the number of active listings shrank 13%.
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Gross bookings per Gun Barrel City listing averaged $34,136 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Texas average: $26,925), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Gun Barrel City listing brings in $6,180 in July, its best month, and $2,070 in January, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 37% 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 3.5 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 three 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.
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.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | $3,314 | 31.9% | $318 | $110 | 23 days | 3.4 nights |
| Oct 2025 | $4,164 | 40.0% | $318 | $134 | 24 days | 4.3 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $3,841 | 33.4% | $321 | $128 | 41 days | 4.1 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $3,605 | 30.2% | $325 | $116 | 32 days | 4 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $2,581 | 22.5% | $309 | $83 | 26 days | 5.6 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $2,680 | 24.0% | $304 | $96 | 11 days | 3.4 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $4,395 | 41.4% | $316 | $142 | 31 days | 3.7 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $2,830 | 28.5% | $311 | $94 | 34 days | 3.5 nights |
| May 2026 | $3,711 | 29.8% | $375 | $120 | 37 days | 2.9 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $5,912 | 45.6% | $427 | $197 | 44 days | 3.2 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $6,644 | 41.7% | $440 | $214 | 59 days | 3.6 nights |
| Aug 2026 | $4,050 | 34.7% | $373 | $131 | 27 days | 2.9 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.
Location, size and how a home is run move its income far more than a city average shows. For a range on one Gun Barrel City address, run it through the Airbnb profit calculator.
Profit
Yes, when it's run well. The average Gun Barrel City Airbnb took in $34,136 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $1,690 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 $3,290 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $5,550 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $2,150 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $1,450 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 | $28,586 | $55,010 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay16% of Gun Barrel City bookings | $5,550 | $10,680 |
| Gross bookings | $34,136 | $65,690 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 79% of Gun Barrel City listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$4,400 | −$8,470 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$5,550 | −$10,680 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$1,710 | −$3,280 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$680 | −$1,310 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$1,020 | −$1,970 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −$340 | −$340 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −$170 | −$170 |
| 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 | −$13,870 | −$26,220 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $20,266about $1,690 a month | $39,470about $3,290 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
The estimate starts from Gun Barrel 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 Gun Barrel City home, with its price, its mortgage or rent and your own costs, use the Airbnb income 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 $5,470 a month, against $2,840 for the average one.
Occupancy
Gun Barrel City listings were booked on 30% of the nights they were open over the past year, 7 percentage points below the Texas average (37%) and 11 points below the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy swings from 20% in January to 45% in June.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 4.5 times as often as the bottom quarter.
June is usually the busiest month in Gun Barrel City, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The 12-month rate of 30% 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 Gun Barrel City, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $370 over the past year, about 40% above the Texas average of $265 and about 16% above the U.S. average of $320. In a typical year, rates peak in June and July at about $390 and bottom out in January and February at about $290.
The top 10% charge about 2.2 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
July rates run 35% above February's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The 12-month ADR of $370 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 Gun Barrel City it averaged $117 over the past year, from about $67 in a typical January to about $199 in a typical July.
Per open night, by tier:
July RevPAR is about three times January's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Seasonality
Gun Barrel City has one high season, June through August, which makes it a highly seasonal market. A listing earns about 2.1 times as much a month in June through August as in December through February.
Average revenue by month in Gun Barrel City
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | $2,070 |
| February | Low season | $2,400 |
| March | Shoulder season | $3,900 |
| April | Low season | $2,950 |
| May | Shoulder season | $3,700 |
| June | High season | $5,740 |
| July | High season | $6,180 |
| August | High season | $4,560 |
| September | Low season | $2,760 |
| October | Shoulder season | $3,410 |
| November | Low season | $3,220 |
| December | Low season | $3,320 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonJune–August | $5,490 | 42% | $375 |
| Shoulder seasonMarch, May, October | $3,670 | 35% | $319 |
| Low seasonApril, September, November–February | $2,790 | 28% | $301 |
Guests book Gun Barrel City stays 39 days ahead on average (about six weeks). July stays are booked furthest out, about 55 days ahead, and February stays closest to arrival, about 13 days. A typical July booking is made in late 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 39 days averages each listing's year as a whole; each month here averages only the listings with stays in it.
Permits
None of the 72 active listings in Gun Barrel 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 Gun Barrel City.
Neighborhoods
AirROI's area guide picks eight Gun Barrel City neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Cedar Creek Lake Area, Gun Barrel City Park and Main Street 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Cedar Creek Lake Area | A popular destination for boating, fishing, and outdoor activities. It attracts tourists looking for a tranquil lakeside experience and is ideal for family retreats and vacations. | Cedar Creek Reservoir, Purtis Creek State Park, Fishing and boating activities, Lakefront restaurants, Scenic views and nature trails |
| Gun Barrel City Park | This local park provides a natural retreat with recreational facilities, making it appealing for families and outdoor enthusiasts. Hosting in this area offers easy access to nature and social activities. | Gun Barrel City Park, Playgrounds and picnic areas, Sports courts, Walking trails, Community events |
| Main Street Historic District | The historic heart of Gun Barrel City with unique shops and dining options. This area attracts visitors looking for local culture and charm, making it perfect for short-term rentals. | Historic buildings, Local boutiques, Restaurants and cafes, Art galleries, Cultural events |
| Purtis Creek State Park | A state park focused on camping, fishing, and nature trails. It attracts nature lovers and families, creating a strong demand for short-term lodgings nearby. | Fishing and swimming areas, Nature trails, Camping facilities, Wildlife observation, Picnicking |
| Gun Barrel City Marina | A hub for water sports and fishing, the marina area is perfect for those looking to spend time on the water. Its rental potential is high due to the recreational opportunities. | Boat rentals, Fishing spots, Water sports activities, Scenic boat rides, Marina restaurants |
| Lake Living Estates | A residential area close to Cedar Creek Lake, it offers a community atmosphere and is attractive for longer stays. Ideal for families and groups looking for a relaxing getaway. | Private lake access, Community amenities, Nature views, Quiet residential settings, Family-friendly activities |
| East Texas Arboretum & Botanical Society | This botanical garden attracts visitors interested in nature and horticulture. It's a peaceful spot, ideal for those looking for a unique Airbnb experience among nature. | Botanical gardens, Nature trails, Educational programs, Wildlife viewing, Seasonal events |
| Local Festivals and Events | Gun Barrel City hosts various local festivals throughout the year, drawing visitors. Hosting during these events can yield high occupancy rates for short-term rentals. | Cedar Creek Lake Fireworks, Annual festivals, Cultural events, Local music scenes, Food and craft fairs |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Every Airbnb in Gun Barrel City is an entire home: all 72 listings rent the whole place. Houses account for 99% of the stock; other property types come next at 1%.
Every listing rents the whole place
Gun Barrel City Airbnb listings by room type
Houses dominate the property mix
Gun Barrel City Airbnb listings by property type
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 98.6% | 71 |
| Others | 1.4% | 1 |
Most Gun Barrel City homes are built for groups: 90% of entire homes have three or more bedrooms, and three-bedroom homes are the most common size (58%).
Gun Barrel City entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| 2 bedrooms | 9.7% | 7 |
| 3 bedrooms | 58.3% | 42 |
| 4 bedrooms | 25.0% | 18 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 6.9% | 5 |
A typical three-bedroom home in Gun Barrel City earned $23,800 over the past year, against $23,300 for a four-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 bedrooms | 42 | $23,800 | $31,500 | $319 | 31% |
| 4 bedrooms | 18 | $23,300 | $28,700 | $465 | 23% |
Gun Barrel City is a group-trip market: 90% of listings sleep eight or more guests, about 21.7 times the share of the next most common size, five guests (4%).
Gun Barrel City listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 5 guests | 4.2% | 3 |
| 6 guests | 2.8% | 2 |
| 7 guests | 2.8% | 2 |
| 8+ guests | 90.3% | 65 |
Gun Barrel City hosts set up an average of 6.4 beds per listing, roughly two for every bedroom. About four in ten listings (39%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
Fire pits are close to standard in Gun Barrel City: 78% of listings have one, and 47% have a fireplace.
Share of Gun Barrel City listings with each common amenity
Guests
Gun Barrel City draws mostly domestic guests: 98% of those who left reviews live in the United States. Dallas alone accounts for 15% of reviews. English is spoken by 72% of guests, and Spanish by 19%.
98% of Gun Barrel City guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
Where Gun Barrel City guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Dallas | 14.9% |
| Fort Worth | 3.1% |
| San Antonio | 2.6% |
| Houston | 2.1% |
| Frisco | 1.6% |
Where Gun Barrel City guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 97.7% |
| Canada | 0.8% |
| Mexico | 0.5% |
| United Kingdom | 0.3% |
Languages spoken by Gun Barrel City guests
Share of guests who left reviews
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 71.6% |
| Spanish | 18.8% |
| French | 2.5% |
| Russian | 1.5% |
| Vietnamese | 1.0% |
Gun Barrel City Airbnbs average 4.84 stars, and 49% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.76, against 4.94 for check-in.
Check-in scores highest in Gun Barrel City; value is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.83 |
| Cleanliness | 4.80 |
| Communication | 4.89 |
| Location | 4.82 |
| Check-in | 4.94 |
| Value | 4.76 |
Booking patterns
About nine in ten Gun Barrel City listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 13% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 91 to 180 days a year, covering 35% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Gun Barrel City listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 54.2% | 39 |
| 181-270 days | 36.1% | 26 |
| 91-180 days | 6.9% | 5 |
| 31-90 days | 2.8% | 2 |
Days a year Gun Barrel City listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 4.2% | 3 |
| 181-270 days | 8.3% | 6 |
| 91-180 days | 34.7% | 25 |
| 31-90 days | 29.2% | 21 |
| 1-30 days | 23.6% | 17 |
The average Gun Barrel City booking lasts 3.7 nights, longest in January and shortest in September. Listings took about 23 bookings each over the year, some 1,620 in all. More than half of listings that give a check-in time set it at 4 p.m., with check-out usually at 11 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Gun Barrel City
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Two-year average by calendar month.
About nine in ten listings in Gun Barrel City accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Gun Barrel City listings
Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Gun Barrel City, used by 50% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: nearly six in ten listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 35% on Flexible or Moderate.
Cancellation policies of Gun Barrel City listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
Nearly all Gun Barrel City listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is about $202. Spread over the average stay of 3.7 nights, that adds roughly $55 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 16% of gross revenue.
Top earners
The top-grossing Airbnb in Gun Barrel City, an eight-bedroom home, took in $144,000 over the past year, about 4.2 times the city's average of $34,100. Three of the six listings below have five or more bedrooms; the other three have three bedrooms.
24 Guest Lake Front, Hot Tub, Jet Ski, Boat Rental Entire home · 8 bedrooms Rated 4.90
Amazing open water views. Great fishing! Sleeps 20 Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.99
Hot Tub, Fire Pit! High-End Cedar Creek Lake Haven Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Horizon Luxe | Lake Front | 3BR+3RR | 8 Beds Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.91
Sunset Serenity | Lakefront | Hot Tub | Theatre Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.93
Sunset Haven | Private Beach, Pool/Spa & Views Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.60 Professional management companies run one in five Gun Barrel City listings and owners run the rest, though 39% of listings have a co-host. Superhosts run 44% of listings. 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.
Nearby markets
Gun Barrel City out-earns every one of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 48 km; the best of them, Mabank, averaged about 15% less per listing. Corsicana was the busiest, booked on 40% of nights against 30% in Gun Barrel City.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tool 5 km | 53 | $28,778 | $356 | 30% |
| Mabank 9 km | 113 | $28,886 | $351 | 29% |
| Trinidad 13 km | 31 | $23,821 | $308 | 32% |
| Athens 32 km | 67 | $22,070 | $249 | 37% |
| Kerens 34 km | 34 | $17,874 | $173 | 33% |
| Canton 36 km | 76 | $12,292 | $190 | 25% |
| Corsicana 39 km | 40 | $26,383 | $240 | 40% |
| Terrell 48 km | 34 | $21,298 | $252 | 33% |
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FAQ
An active Gun Barrel City Airbnb grossed $34,136 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 72 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $5,450 or more in a typical month.
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Gun Barrel City listings earn between $1,560 and $5,450 in a typical month, and the top tenth $8,340 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 Gun Barrel City were booked on 30% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 37% for the Texas average. June is usually the busiest month.
The average booked night in Gun Barrel City cost $370 before fees. Half of listings charge between $235 and $400, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
None of the active Gun Barrel 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.
Yes, when it's run well. The average Gun Barrel City Airbnb grossed $34,136 in the 12 months to September 2026, 27% above the Texas average of $26,925. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, $20,266 a year (about $1,690 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 $3,290 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
July usually pays best, averaging $6,180 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.
Each night a Gun Barrel City listing was open to book earned $117 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.
Gun Barrel City stays were booked 39 days (about six weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so most of a month is booked well before it starts.
The average Gun Barrel City Airbnb stay lasted 3.7 nights over the past year. A listing took 23 reservations over the year on average.
Guests rate Gun Barrel City Airbnbs 4.84 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and value lowest.
Cedar Creek Lake Area, Gun Barrel City Park and Main Street Historic District draw the most short-term rental interest in Gun Barrel City. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
AirROI counted 72 active Airbnb listings in Gun Barrel City as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Tool, 5 km away.
In Gun Barrel City, nearly all listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about $202.
Method
Figures on this page cover 72 active Airbnb listings in Gun Barrel 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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