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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
The average Airbnb in Port Bolivar brought in $28,830 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 7% more than the Texas average of $26,925.
The short answer
Port Bolivar earns on price rather than volume. Listings averaged $370 a night and were booked on 27% of available nights, against $265 and 37% for the Texas average.
Timing matters: in July, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 5.1 times as much as in January, usually the slowest. With only 49 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 49 active listings, Port Bolivar is the 224th-largest of 442 Texas markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 14% while the number of active listings shrank 9%.
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Gross bookings per Port Bolivar listing averaged $28,830 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 Port Bolivar listing brings in $7,160 in July, its best month, and $1,390 in January, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 44% 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 3.6 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 5.1 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, nightly rate and bookings alike.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | $2,720 | 23.6% | $331 | $91 | 37 days | 3.1 nights |
| Oct 2025 | $2,794 | 24.9% | $327 | $90 | 49 days | 2.9 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $2,642 | 25.4% | $324 | $88 | 55 days | 3.1 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $2,577 | 20.8% | $329 | $83 | 44 days | 3.1 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $1,494 | 12.9% | $326 | $48 | 41 days | 4.4 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $1,973 | 22.7% | $317 | $70 | 38 days | 2.9 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $3,056 | 24.4% | $349 | $99 | 20 days | 3.2 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $2,492 | 24.2% | $326 | $83 | 30 days | 2.7 nights |
| May 2026 | $4,495 | 33.7% | $390 | $145 | 37 days | 3.1 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $6,273 | 46.7% | $428 | $209 | 37 days | 4.1 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $8,107 | 51.3% | $445 | $262 | 49 days | 3.8 nights |
| Aug 2026 | $3,405 | 29.3% | $378 | $110 | 35 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.
Location, size and how a home is run move its income far more than a city average shows. For a range on one Port Bolivar address, run it through the Airbnb income calculator.
Profit
Yes, when it's run well. The average Port Bolivar Airbnb took in $28,830 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $1,380 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 $2,450 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $4,890 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $1,790 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $1,180 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 | $23,940 | $42,150 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay17% of Port Bolivar bookings | $4,890 | $8,610 |
| Gross bookings | $28,830 | $50,760 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 14%: 15.5% for the 90% of Port Bolivar listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$4,100 | −$7,220 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$4,890 | −$8,610 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$1,440 | −$2,540 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$580 | −$1,020 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$860 | −$1,520 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −$290 | −$290 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −$140 | −$140 |
| 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 26% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −$12,300 | −$21,340 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $16,530about $1,380 a month | $29,420about $2,450 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
The estimate starts from Port Bolivar'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 Port Bolivar 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 $4,230 a month, against $2,400 for the average one.
Occupancy
Port Bolivar listings were booked on 27% of the nights they were open over the past year, 10 percentage points below the Texas average (37%) and 14 points below the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy swings from 15% in January to 47% in July.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 4.3 times as often as the bottom quarter.
July is usually the busiest month in Port Bolivar, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Nightly rates
The average nightly rate in Port Bolivar, 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 July at about $420 and bottom out in February and November at about $300.
The top 10% charge about 2.4 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
July rates run 40% above November'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 Port Bolivar it averaged $109 over the past year, from about $45 in a typical January to about $231 in a typical July.
Per open night, by tier:
July RevPAR is about 5.1 times January's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Seasonality
With only 49 active listings, the monthly pattern in Port Bolivar is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue has tended to peak in July and bottom out in January.
Average revenue by month in Port Bolivar
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
| Month | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|
| January | $1,390 |
| February | $1,810 |
| March | $2,990 |
| April | $2,290 |
| May | $4,050 |
| June | $5,870 |
| July | $7,160 |
| August | $3,600 |
| September | $2,450 |
| October | $2,450 |
| November | $2,210 |
| December | $2,530 |
Guests book Port Bolivar stays 38 days ahead on average (about five weeks). November stays are booked furthest out, about 54 days ahead, and March stays closest to arrival, about 23 days. A typical November booking is made in late September.
November stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Permits
None of the 49 active listings in Port Bolivar 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 Port Bolivar.
Neighborhoods
AirROI's area guide picks seven Port Bolivar neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Rollover Pass, Bolivar Flats and Port Bolivar Lighthouse. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Rollover Pass | Known for its fishing opportunities, this area attracts anglers and nature lovers alike. It's a tranquil spot perfect for those seeking peace and wildlife. | Rollover Pass, Fishing spots, Scenic views, Wildlife watching, Picnic areas |
| Bolivar Flats | A designated wildlife refuge, this area offers eco-tourism opportunities with birdwatching and outdoor activities. Ideal for nature enthusiasts and families looking for a different experience. | Bolivar Flats Shorebird Sanctuary, Birdwatching, Nature trails, Scenic views, Kayaking nearby |
| Port Bolivar Lighthouse | A historical landmark that attracts visitors interested in local history and coastal views. It’s a picturesque area perfect for family outings. | Port Bolivar Lighthouse, Beach access, Historical tours, Photography opportunities, Nearby parks |
| Gulf Coast | The Gulf Coast area is renowned for its beautiful beaches and water activities. A great location for families looking to enjoy the sun and surf. | Gulf Beach, Water sports, Fishing, Local shops and cafes, Beachfront activities |
| East End | A quieter part of Port Bolivar, ideal for families and those looking for less crowded beach access. This area provides a more relaxed atmosphere. | East End Beach, Calm waters, Fishing spots, Local dining, Nature walks |
| West End | This area offers tranquil beaches and is ideal for those seeking a peaceful retreat. Popular with locals and tourists looking for a quieter beach experience. | West End Beach, Local parks, Private beaches, Quiet neighborhoods, Community events |
| Near Ferry Landing | Close to the ferry that takes visitors to Galveston, this area provides convenience for those wanting to explore both Port Bolivar and Galveston. | Ferry rides, Shopping and dining, Beach access, Historical sites, Nearby attractions in Galveston |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Almost every Airbnb in Port Bolivar is an entire home: 98% of listings, with private rooms at 2%. Houses account for 96% of the stock; apartments and condos come next at 2%.
Nearly all listings rent the whole place
Port Bolivar Airbnb listings by room type
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 98.0% | 48 |
| Private room | 2.0% | 1 |
Houses dominate the property mix
Port Bolivar Airbnb listings by property type
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 95.9% | 47 |
| Apartment/Condo | 2.0% | 1 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 2.0% | 1 |
Most Port Bolivar homes are built for groups: 77% of entire homes have three or more bedrooms, and three-bedroom homes are the most common size (48%).
Port Bolivar entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 2.1% | 1 |
| 2 bedrooms | 20.8% | 10 |
| 3 bedrooms | 47.9% | 23 |
| 4 bedrooms | 22.9% | 11 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 6.3% | 3 |
A typical two-bedroom home in Port Bolivar earned $7,020 over the past year, against $30,200 for a four-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 bedrooms | 10 | $7,020 | $7,330 | $258 | 22% |
| 3 bedrooms | 23 | $28,800 | $32,900 | $332 | 32% |
| 4 bedrooms | 11 | $30,200 | $36,000 | $474 | 28% |
Port Bolivar is a group-trip market: 73% of listings sleep eight or more guests, about 6 times the share of the next most common size, six guests (12%).
Port Bolivar listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 2.0% | 1 |
| 4 guests | 2.0% | 1 |
| 5 guests | 4.1% | 2 |
| 6 guests | 12.2% | 6 |
| 7 guests | 6.1% | 3 |
| 8+ guests | 73.5% | 36 |
Port Bolivar hosts set up an average of 6.3 beds per listing, roughly two for every bedroom. 57% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
Beach access is common in Port Bolivar: 51% of listings offer it, and 98% offer free parking on site.
Share of Port Bolivar listings with each common amenity
Guests
Port Bolivar draws mostly domestic guests: 99% of those who left reviews live in the United States. Houston alone accounts for 15% of reviews. English is spoken by 81% of guests, and Spanish by 16%.
99% of Port Bolivar guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
Where Port Bolivar guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Houston | 15.2% |
| Dallas | 6.3% |
| Austin | 3.1% |
| Spring | 3.1% |
| Fort Worth | 2.1% |
Where Port Bolivar guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 99.0% |
| India | 0.5% |
| Mexico | 0.5% |
Languages spoken by Port Bolivar guests
Share of guests who left reviews
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 81.0% |
| Spanish | 16.5% |
| Hindi | 1.3% |
| Sign Language | 1.3% |
Port Bolivar Airbnbs average 4.79 stars, and 37% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.70, against 4.86 for check-in.
Check-in scores highest in Port Bolivar; value is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.80 |
| Cleanliness | 4.73 |
| Communication | 4.85 |
| Location | 4.82 |
| Check-in | 4.86 |
| Value | 4.70 |
Booking patterns
94% of Port Bolivar listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 6% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 1 to 30 days a year, covering 33% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Port Bolivar listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 65.3% | 32 |
| 181-270 days | 28.6% | 14 |
| 91-180 days | 6.1% | 3 |
Days a year Port Bolivar listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 181-270 days | 6.1% | 3 |
| 91-180 days | 30.6% | 15 |
| 31-90 days | 30.6% | 15 |
| 1-30 days | 32.7% | 16 |
The average Port Bolivar booking lasts 3.6 nights, longest in June and shortest in October. Listings took about 19 bookings each over the year. More than six in ten listings that give a check-in time set it at 4 p.m.; check-out is split almost evenly between 10 a.m. and 11 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Port Bolivar
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Two-year average by calendar month.
Nearly nine in ten listings in Port Bolivar accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Port Bolivar 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 Port Bolivar, used by 41% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: more than six in ten listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 35% on Flexible or Moderate.
Cancellation policies of Port Bolivar listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
All Port Bolivar listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is about $226. Spread over the average stay of 3.6 nights, that adds roughly $60 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 17% of gross revenue.
Top earners
The top-grossing Airbnb in Port Bolivar, a five-bedroom home, took in $118,000 over the past year, about 4.1 times the city's average of $28,800.
New! 5/5 Suites~Views~Firepit~GolfCart~TikiBar Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.98
Beachfront l SwimSpa Game Room l Free Cancellation Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.91
Crystal Cove Cottage- Luxury Beachfront Property Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.93
Beachside Bungalow with Private Hot Tub Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.90
Hot Tub, Tiki Bar, Arcade, Pets & Walk to Beach Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.96
Just Beach It! Hot Tub Retreat & Steps to Sand. Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.86 Professional management companies run 16% of Port Bolivar listings and owners run the rest. Superhosts run 45% of listings. Seven in ten listings accept Instant Book, so most stays are confirmed without the host's approval. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 90% of listings.
Nearby markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 35 km, Crystal Beach (7 km away) earned the most per listing, about 78% more than Port Bolivar. Texas City was the busiest, booked on 42% of nights against 27% in Port Bolivar.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal Beach 7 km | 126 | $51,374 | $453 | 33% |
| Bolivar Peninsula 8 km | 965 | $43,912 | $423 | 33% |
| San Leon 25 km | 88 | $33,367 | $332 | 36% |
| Texas City 25 km | 56 | $22,012 | $190 | 42% |
| Galveston 27 km | 3,884 | $31,607 | $319 | 34% |
| Hitchcock 30 km | 37 | $17,259 | $235 | 28% |
| Bacliff 31 km | 81 | $14,403 | $158 | 34% |
| Dickinson 35 km | 36 | $26,624 | $256 | 39% |
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FAQ
An active Port Bolivar Airbnb grossed $28,830 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 49 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $4,790 or more in a typical month.
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Port Bolivar listings earn between $1,300 and $4,790 in a typical month, and the top tenth $7,120 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 Port Bolivar were booked on 27% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 37% for the Texas average. July is usually the busiest month.
The average booked night in Port Bolivar cost $370 before fees. Half of listings charge between $245 and $435, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
None of the active Port Bolivar 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 Port Bolivar Airbnb grossed $28,830 in the 12 months to September 2026, 7% 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, $16,530 a year (about $1,380 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 $2,450 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
July usually pays best, averaging $7,160 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 Port Bolivar listing was open to book earned $109 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 $203 or more.
Port Bolivar stays were booked 38 days (about five weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so most of a month is booked well before it starts.
The average Port Bolivar Airbnb stay lasted 3.6 nights over the past year. A listing took 19 reservations over the year on average.
Guests rate Port Bolivar Airbnbs 4.79 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and value lowest.
Rollover Pass, Bolivar Flats and Port Bolivar Lighthouse draw the most short-term rental interest in Port Bolivar. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
AirROI counted 49 active Airbnb listings in Port Bolivar as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Crystal Beach, 7 km away.
In Port Bolivar, all listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about $226.
Method
Figures on this page cover 49 active Airbnb listings in Port Bolivar 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.
Need this programmatically? The same metrics are available through the AirROI Airbnb Data API and bulk downloads in the data portal.