Tourism statisticsCity2026
South Padre Island Tourism Statistics: 9.3M+ Visitors
South Padre Island, in Texas, United States, recorded more than 9.3 million visitors in 2022, City of South Padre Island reports. AirROI estimates 53,620 Airbnb stays in South Padre Island in the 12 months to October 2026. The busiest month was July, and the quietest was December.
Airbnb figures are AirROI estimates for the 12 months to October 2026. Read the method
- Estimated Airbnb nights
- 262,879
- Typical Airbnb stay
- 4.9 nights
- Busiest Airbnb month
- July
- From within the United States, among guests who left a review
- 82%
Key facts
South Padre Island Tourism Facts
Each sentence names its place, period and source, so it can be quoted alone.
Official
- City of South Padre Island puts South Padre Island at more than 9.3 million visitors in 2022.
Airbnb stays
- AirROI puts Airbnb stays in South Padre Island at 53,620 in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb stays in South Padre Island added up to 262,879 nights in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates a typical Airbnb stay in South Padre Island lasted 4.9 nights in the 12 months to October 2026, booked about 53 days ahead.
Busiest months
- AirROI ranks July the busiest Airbnb month in South Padre Island in the 12 months to October 2026, followed by June and February, with December the quietest.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb in South Padre Island had no single high season in the 12 months to October 2026: the three busiest months were July, June and February.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb stays in South Padre Island in February were booked furthest ahead, about 102 days, against 38 days for September, in the 12 months to October 2026.
Guests
- AirROI estimates 82% of South Padre Island Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026 were from within the United States, and Mexico at 16% were the top countries abroad.
- Among South Padre Island Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, Monterrey was the top origin city at 9.1%, ahead of San Antonio at 8.3%, AirROI estimates.
By place
- AirROI ranks South Padre Island 8th for Airbnb stays among the 128 towns it lists in Texas in the 12 months to October 2026.
Official numbers
How Many Tourists Visit South Padre Island?
City of South Padre Island counted more than 9.3 million visitors in 2022.
| Figure | What it counts | Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|
| More than 9.3 millionVisitors | Visitors to South Padre Island | 2022 | City of South Padre Island |
Airbnb stays
Airbnb Stays in South Padre Island
South Padre Island had 2,447 Airbnb homes in the 12 months to October 2026. They took an estimated 53,620 stays and 262,879 nights. A typical stay lasted 4.9 nights and was booked about 53 days ahead.
- Airbnb homes
- 2,447
- Airbnb stays, estimate
- 53,620
- Airbnb nights, estimate
- 262,879
- Typical stay
- 4.9 nights
- Booked ahead
- 53 days
Busiest months
When Is the Busiest Time in South Padre Island?
On Airbnb, July was the busiest month in South Padre Island in the 12 months to October 2026, then June and February. December was the quietest. The busiest months do not sit together, so there is no single high season.
July ranks first, December 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: July, June, February, August, March, May, September, January, April, October, November, December.
Month by month: rank, typical stay and days booked ahead
| Month | Share of nights | Booked ahead |
|---|---|---|
| July | 12.2% | 56 days |
| June | 10.9% | 48 days |
| February | 10.0% | 102 days |
| August | 9.5% | 39 days |
| March | 9.1% | 51 days |
| May | 8.0% | 43 days |
| September | 7.7% | 38 days |
| January | 7.2% | 92 days |
| April | 6.9% | 48 days |
| October | 6.9% | 48 days |
| November | 6.0% | 52 days |
| December | 5.8% | 56 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 South Padre Island Airbnb Guests Come From?
About eight in ten South Padre Island Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026 were from within the United States (82%), and the top countries abroad were Mexico at 16%, AirROI estimates. Among the same guests, Monterrey was the top origin city at 9.1%, ahead of San Antonio at 8.3%. The figures rest on 133,643 reviews, written over many years.
82% from within the United States
Among guests who left a review, as of October 2026
- From within the United States 82%
- From abroad 18%
Top countries abroad
Among guests who left a review
Top origin cities
Among guests who left a review
FAQ
Questions About Tourism in South Padre Island
How many tourists visit South Padre Island?
South Padre Island had more than 9.3 million visitors in 2022, according to City of South Padre Island. AirROI estimates 53,620 Airbnb stays in South Padre Island in the 12 months to October 2026, which is a separate count of bookings.
When is the busiest time in South Padre Island?
The busiest Airbnb month in South Padre Island in the 12 months to October 2026 was July, then June and February.
What is the quietest month in South Padre Island?
December was the quietest Airbnb month in South Padre Island in the 12 months to October 2026, ranking 12th of 12, and November ranked 11th. Stays in December were booked about 56 days ahead, against 102 days for February.
How long is a typical Airbnb stay in South Padre Island?
A typical Airbnb stay in South Padre Island lasted 4.9 nights in the 12 months to October 2026, booked about 53 days ahead. By month, stays ran from 3.1 nights in September to 14.8 nights in January.
Where do Airbnb guests in South Padre Island come from?
Of South Padre Island Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, 82% were from within the United States, AirROI estimates. The top countries abroad were Mexico at 16%. Among the same guests, the top origin city was Monterrey at 9.1%, ahead of San Antonio at 8.3%.
Are Airbnb stays the same as tourists?
No. City of South Padre Island counts visitors (more than 9.3 million in 2022). An Airbnb stay is one booking on one platform, however many guests it holds. AirROI's 53,620 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: 53,620 stays at 4.90 nights. Month ranks compare each month's part of Airbnb nights. Origin rests on 133,643 reviews and describes guests who left a review, not everyone who stayed. Read the method page.