Airbnb market data · 202612 months to October 2026
Essex, VT Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Essex brought in $25,810 over the 12 months through October 2026, across just 24 active listings, so a single property can move that figure.
The short answer
Essex Airbnb Market at a Glance
Essex is cheaper but busier than the Vermont average. Listings averaged $297 a night and were booked on 41% of available nights, against $425 and 37% for the Vermont average.
Timing matters: in July, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 3.2 times as much as in March, usually the slowest. With only 24 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 24 active listings, Essex is the 105th-largest of 146 Vermont markets AirROI tracks.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Essex?
Gross bookings per Essex listing averaged $25,810 over the 12 months to October 2026 (Vermont average: $40,614), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Essex listing brings in $5,790 in July, its best month, and $1,820 in March, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 33% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
Across Essex's 24 active listings, monthly revenue by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $10,200+ a month, about four times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $4,390 or more, roughly $1,900 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $2,500 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $1,180 or less, about half 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 3.2 times what March does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, October 2024 to September 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.
Essex Airbnb Data by Month
Latest 12 months in the October 2026 data. October's figures are still coming in, so the rows run to September.
July 2026 led on revenue and bookings; nightly rates peaked in October 2025.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | $5,103 | 46.7% | $279 | $165 | 109 days | 3.4 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $2,586 | 29.5% | $258 | $86 | 74 days | 3.9 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $4,143 | 47.2% | $263 | $134 | 64 days | 11.1 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $4,955 | 45.2% | $261 | $160 | 52 days | 8.7 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $2,188 | 24.7% | $258 | $78 | 26 days | 2.3 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $1,294 | 21.2% | $256 | $42 | 60 days | 2.3 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $3,148 | 29.5% | $260 | $105 | 31 days | 6.9 nights |
| May 2026 | $4,376 | 38.7% | $263 | $141 | 118 days | 5.2 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $4,504 | 42.4% | $262 | $150 | 89 days | 7.4 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $6,361 | 56.0% | $269 | $205 | 81 days | 4.3 nights |
| Aug 2026 | $4,122 | 44.3% | $269 | $133 | 83 days | 3.8 nights |
| Sep 2026 | $3,698 | 43.9% | $261 | $123 | 80 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 Essex address, run it through the Airbnb income calculator.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Essex Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Essex Airbnb took in $25,810 in the 12 months to October 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $1,500 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 $2,660 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $1,430 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $1,620 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $1,290 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.
Essex Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | $24,380 | $42,890 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay6% of Essex bookings | $1,430 | $2,520 |
| Gross bookings | $25,810 | $45,410 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 83% of Essex listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$3,460 | −$6,090 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$1,430 | −$2,520 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$1,290 | −$2,270 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$520 | −$910 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$770 | −$1,360 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −$260 | −$260 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −$130 | −$130 |
| 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 25% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −$7,860 | −$13,540 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $17,950about $1,500 a month | $31,870about $2,660 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Essex Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Essex'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 Essex 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 Essex's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Essex listings are booked on 51% or more of their nights, against 32% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of $165 adds about $1,670 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge $295 a night or more, against a median of $165. 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 $2,440 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, July brings the average listing about $5,790, against $1,820 in March, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Essex listings average 4.92 stars, and 79% 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 $3,780 a month, against $2,150 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Essex?
Essex listings were booked on 41% of the nights they were open over the past year, 4 percentage points above the Vermont average (37%) and in line with the U.S. average. In a typical year, occupancy swings from 26% in March to 53% in October.
Across Essex's 24 active listings, the share of open nights booked by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 81%+ of open nights, 49 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 51% or more, roughly four nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 32% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 20% or less, under two nights a week.
October is usually the busiest month in Essex, March the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Nightly rates
How Much Does an Airbnb Cost per Night in Essex?
The average nightly rate in Essex, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $297 over the past year, about 30% below the Vermont average of $425 and about 11% below the U.S. average of $335. Averaged month by month over the past two years, rates peak in July and August at about $270 and bottom out in November and December at about $240.
Across Essex's 24 active listings, nightly rates by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge $645+ a night, about 3.9 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge $295 or more, about $130 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about $165 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge $100 or less, about 61% of the median.
August rates run 13% above November's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026
The 12-month ADR of $297 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 Essex?
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 Essex it averaged $113 over the past year, from about $59 in a typical March to about $187 in a typical July.
Across Essex's 24 active listings, RevPAR by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $273+ per open night, about 3.9 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $117 or more, about $45 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $70 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $36 or less, about half of the median.
July RevPAR is about 3.2 times March's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026
The 12-month RevPAR of $113 averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Essex
With only 24 active listings, the monthly pattern in Essex is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue has tended to peak in July and bottom out in March.
Average revenue by month in Essex
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Revenue by month in Essex in numbers
| Month | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|
| January | $4,290 |
| February | $2,650 |
| March | $1,820 |
| April | $2,710 |
| May | $4,070 |
| June | $4,720 |
| July | $5,790 |
| August | $4,670 |
| September | $4,570 |
| October | $5,020 |
| November | $2,810 |
| December | $3,540 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Essex?
Guests book Essex stays 65 days ahead on average (about two months), so guests here plan well ahead. May stays are booked furthest out, about 122 days ahead, and February stays closest to arrival, about 32 days. A typical May booking is made in mid-January.
May stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, October 2024 to September 2026
The 12-month figure of 65 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 Essex
4% of the 24 active listings in Essex display a registration, permit or license number. A low share 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 Essex.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Essex
AirROI's area guide picks four Essex neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Essex Junction, Middlebury and Montpelier. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Essex Junction | A quaint community with a blend of suburban and rural charm, Essex Junction offers family-friendly amenities and proximity to Burlington, making it a great spot for those visiting the area. | Burlington Bike Path, Essex Experience, Champlain Valley Expo, Essex Cinemas, Centennial Woods |
| Middlebury | Home to Middlebury College, this picturesque town is filled with history, culture, and stunning landscapes. It attracts visitors year-round for its college events and beautiful natural surroundings. | Middlebury College, Otter Creek Brewing, National Museum of the Morgan Horse, Middlebury Falls, Miller Hill |
| Montpelier | As the capital of Vermont, Montpelier offers visitors a mix of political history and modern culture. Its unique shops, farm-to-table restaurants, and vibrant arts scene draw tourists from all over. | Vermont State House, T.W. Wood Gallery, Hubbard Park, Montpelier Recreation Path, Lost Nation Theater |
| Woodstock | A quintessential New England town known for its charming village, historic sites, and outdoor activities. It attracts visitors with its scenic beauty and cultural heritage. | Billings Farm & Museum, Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park, Woodstock Village, Queen Anne's Church, Woodstock Farmers Market |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Nearby markets
Essex vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 20 km, Malletts Bay (12 km away, 46 listings) earned the most per listing, about 2.7 times as much as Essex. Winooski and Burlington were the busiest, each booked on 50% of nights against 41% in Essex.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winooski 11 km | 63 | $42,669 | $273 | 50% |
| Malletts Bay 12 km | 46 | $69,348 | $532 | 42% |
| South Burlington 12 km | 97 | $40,575 | $318 | 46% |
| Burlington 14 km | 349 | $43,247 | $295 | 50% |
| Colchester 15 km | 88 | $45,566 | $403 | 45% |
| Richmond 16 km | 33 | $33,834 | $238 | 48% |
| Milton 16 km | 34 | $27,572 | $338 | 35% |
| Bolton 20 km | 37 | $43,820 | $390 | 43% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Vermont
- Stowe Airbnb data 909 listings
- Killington Airbnb data 832 listings
- Ludlow Airbnb data 526 listings
- Dover Airbnb data 510 listings
- Warren Airbnb data 353 listings
- Wilmington Airbnb data 289 listings
- Hartford Airbnb data 226 listings
- Cambridge Airbnb data 221 listings
See all 146 Vermont Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Essex
Markets elsewhere in the United States with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Essex:
- Frankford Airbnb data DE · $298/night · 40.3%
- Mesquite Airbnb data NV · $297/night · 40.3%
- Eugene Airbnb data OR · $300/night · 40.7%
- Spearfish Airbnb data SD · $296/night · 41.0%
- Miami Gardens Airbnb data FL · $299/night · 40.2%
- Campton Airbnb data KY · $296/night · 40.0%
FAQ
Essex Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Essex?
An active Essex Airbnb grossed $25,810 on average in the 12 months to October 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 24 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $4,390 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Essex?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Essex listings earn between $1,180 and $4,390 in a typical month, and the top tenth $10,200 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
What is the average Airbnb occupancy rate in Essex?
Listings in Essex were booked on 41% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 37% for the Vermont average. October is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Essex?
The average booked night in Essex cost $297 before fees. Half of listings charge between $100 and $295; a few high-priced homes pull the average above that range.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Essex?
In Essex, 4% of active listings display a registration, permit or license number. A low share 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 Essex?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Essex Airbnb grossed $25,810 in the 12 months to October 2026, 36% below the Vermont average of $40,614, though with only 24 active listings a single property can move that figure. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, $17,950 a year (about $1,500 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 $2,660 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Essex?
July usually pays best, averaging $5,790 per active listing over the past two years, and March usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Essex?
Each night a Essex listing was open to book earned $113 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 $273 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Essex?
Essex stays were booked 65 days (about two months) before arrival on average over the past year, so a listing that opens its calendar late misses many bookings.
How long do guests stay at Airbnbs in Essex?
The average Essex Airbnb stay lasted 8.6 nights over the past year. A listing took 15 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Essex rated?
Guests rate Essex Airbnbs 4.92 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Essex?
Essex Junction, Middlebury and Montpelier draw the most short-term rental interest in Essex. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Essex?
AirROI counted 24 active Airbnb listings in Essex as of October 2026. The closest tracked market is Winooski, 11 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Essex?
In Essex, nearly all listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is $100, but a minority of much higher fees lifts the average to $221, so the median is the better guide.
How many tourists visit Essex, VT?
All of the United States had 72.4 million international tourist arrivals in 2024, UN Tourism reports, via Our World in Data. AirROI estimates 356 Airbnb stays in Essex, VT in the 12 months to October 2026, which counts bookings and not tourists. See Vermont tourism statistics.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 24 active Airbnb listings in Essex from November 2025 to October 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.