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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
The average Airbnb in Fond du Lac brought in $20,231 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 39% less than the Wisconsin average of $33,105.
The short answer
Listings averaged $305 a night, about 6% lower than the Wisconsin average of $325, and were booked on 39% of available nights, close to its 38%.
Timing matters: in July, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 3.2 times as much as in January, usually the slowest. With only 34 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 34 active listings, Fond du Lac is the 87th-largest of 215 Wisconsin markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 11% while the number of active listings grew 3%.
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Gross bookings per Fond du Lac listing averaged $20,231 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Wisconsin average: $33,105), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Fond du Lac listing brings in $5,420 in July, its best month, and $1,670 in January, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 41% 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 four 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 3.2 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 | $1,940 | 39.0% | $292 | $65 | 22 days | 4.1 nights |
| Oct 2025 | $2,271 | 40.5% | $295 | $73 | 30 days | 3.1 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $2,670 | 45.6% | $292 | $89 | 41 days | 5.3 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $2,633 | 38.3% | $295 | $85 | 32 days | 5.1 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $1,452 | 30.8% | $291 | $47 | 14 days | 4.8 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $1,731 | 33.0% | $295 | $62 | 27 days | 5.5 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $2,476 | 37.0% | $285 | $80 | 20 days | 13.9 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $2,431 | 34.5% | $290 | $81 | 39 days | 5.8 nights |
| May 2026 | $2,514 | 45.8% | $319 | $81 | 42 days | 7.7 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $5,673 | 54.0% | $318 | $189 | 58 days | 7.3 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $5,972 | 51.1% | $348 | $193 | 101 days | 4.8 nights |
| Aug 2026 | $5,372 | 46.7% | $323 | $173 | 54 days | 6 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.
These are market-wide figures. To see what one particular Fond du Lac home could earn, enter its address, bedrooms and guests in the Airbnb profit calculator; it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Yes, when it's run well. The average Fond du Lac Airbnb took in $20,231 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $1,120 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 $2,240 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $1,620 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $1,260 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $970 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 | $18,611 | $36,730 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay8% of Fond du Lac bookings | $1,620 | $3,200 |
| Gross bookings | $20,231 | $39,930 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 14%: 15.5% for the 88% of Fond du Lac listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$2,840 | −$5,600 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$1,620 | −$3,200 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$1,010 | −$2,000 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$400 | −$800 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$610 | −$1,200 |
| 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 26% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −$6,780 | −$13,100 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $13,451about $1,120 a month | $26,830about $2,240 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
The estimate starts from Fond du Lac'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 Fond du Lac 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 $3,330 a month, against $1,690 for the average one.
Occupancy
Fond du Lac listings were booked on 39% of the nights they were open over the past year, in line with the Wisconsin average and 2 percentage points below the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 55% in July and falls to 34% in January.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about four times as often as the bottom quarter.
July is usually the busiest month in Fond du Lac, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The 12-month rate of 39% 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 Fond du Lac, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $305 over the past year, about 6% below the Wisconsin and U.S. averages ($325 and $320). In a typical year, rates peak in July at about $330 and bottom out in September and November at about $255.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 4.7 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
July rates run 29% above November's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The 12-month ADR of $305 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 Fond du Lac it averaged $109 over the past year, from about $54 in a typical January to about $175 in a typical July.
Per open night, by tier:
July RevPAR is about 3.2 times January's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The 12-month RevPAR of $109 averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Seasonality
With only 34 active listings, the monthly pattern in Fond du Lac 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 Fond du Lac
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
| Month | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|
| January | $1,670 |
| February | $1,960 |
| March | $2,480 |
| April | $2,410 |
| May | $2,360 |
| June | $4,670 |
| July | $5,420 |
| August | $3,970 |
| September | $2,050 |
| October | $2,170 |
| November | $2,380 |
| December | $2,490 |
Guests book Fond du Lac stays 44 days ahead on average (about six weeks). July stays are booked furthest out, about 99 days ahead, and January stays closest to arrival, about 26 days. A typical July booking is made in early April.
July 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 34 active listings in Fond du Lac 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 Fond du Lac.
Neighborhoods
AirROI's area guide picks eight Fond du Lac neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Lake Winnebago, Downtown Fond du Lac and Fond du Lac State Fairgrounds. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Winnebago | Beautiful lakefront area that's perfect for outdoor activities like fishing, boating, and swimming. Popular among families and tourists looking for a lakeside retreat. | Lake Winnebago, Lakeside Park, Drewry's Bluff Golf Course, Fond du Lac Historical Society, Cabin Fever Indoor Waterpark |
| Downtown Fond du Lac | The vibrant downtown area offers a mix of shops, restaurants, and cultural experiences. Ideal for guests wanting to explore local dining and entertainment. | Thelma Sadoff Center for the Arts, Fond du Lac Public Library, Downtown Farmers Market, Olden Days Park, Historic Central Avenue |
| Fond du Lac State Fairgrounds | A central location for events and the annual Wisconsin State Fair, attracting visitors year-round. Great for those wanting to be close to festivities. | Wisconsin State Fair, Fond du Lac County Fair, Concerts and Events at the Fairgrounds, Outdoor Sports Complex, Campgrounds |
| The Forest Mall | A shopping area with various retail options and restaurants, popular among visitors looking for convenience and entertainment. Suitable for longer stays. | Forest Mall, Boscov's Department Store, Cinemark Movies 10, Various Dining Options, Annual Holiday Events |
| Winnebago Drive | A scenic drive along the shoreline that offers beautiful views and access to water activities, perfect for nature lovers and travelers seeking relaxation. | Waterfront Parks, Boat Rentals, Fishing Spots, Picnic Areas, Scenic Walks |
| Historic South Side | A neighborhood rich in history with charming houses and local cuisine, draws visitors interested in cultural heritage and community charm. | Historic Homes, Local Restaurants, Community Festivals, Art Walks, Cultural Events |
| North Fond du Lac | A residential area that provides access to parks and recreational facilities, appealing to families and those seeking a quieter stay. | Parks and Playgrounds, Recreation Center, Walking Trails, Community Events, Local Sports Facilities |
| Lakeside Park | A beautiful park area that hosts numerous community events and is close to water activities, perfect for families looking for outdoor fun. | Lakeside Park, Playgrounds, Walking Trails, Boating, Fishing |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Entire homes make up 85% of listings in Fond du Lac, alongside 5 private-room listings (15%). Houses account for 76% of the stock; apartments and condos come next at 24%.
Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment
Fond du Lac Airbnb listings by room type
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 85.3% | 29 |
| Private room | 14.7% | 5 |
Houses dominate the property mix
Fond du Lac Airbnb listings by property type
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 76.5% | 26 |
| Apartment/Condo | 23.5% | 8 |
The most common size among Fond du Lac's 28 entire homes with a bedroom count is two bedrooms (14 homes).
Fond du Lac entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 3.6% | 1 |
| 1 bedroom | 10.7% | 3 |
| 2 bedrooms | 50.0% | 14 |
| 3 bedrooms | 17.9% | 5 |
| 4 bedrooms | 10.7% | 3 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 7.1% | 2 |
The most common capacity in Fond du Lac is four guests (29% of listings), and 43% of listings sleep six or more. Shares are of the 28 listings with a guest capacity on file (82% of the market).
Fond du Lac listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 3.6% | 1 |
| 3 guests | 7.1% | 2 |
| 4 guests | 28.6% | 8 |
| 5 guests | 17.9% | 5 |
| 6 guests | 10.7% | 3 |
| 7 guests | 7.1% | 2 |
| 8+ guests | 25.0% | 7 |
Fond du Lac hosts set up an average of 3.2 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. About three in ten listings (29%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
Fireplaces are common in Fond du Lac: 41% of listings have one, and 56% have a dedicated workspace.
Share of Fond du Lac listings with each common amenity
Guests
Fond du Lac draws mostly domestic guests: 96% of those who left reviews live in the United States. No single city dominates: Chicago is the largest source, at about 2% of reviews. English is spoken by 66% of guests, and Spanish by 14%.
96% of Fond du Lac guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
Where Fond du Lac guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Chicago | 2.4% |
| Minneapolis | 1.6% |
| Milwaukee | 1.6% |
| Phoenix | 1.6% |
| Burlington | 1.6% |
Where Fond du Lac guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 96.0% |
| Canada | 0.8% |
| South Korea | 0.8% |
| Belgium | 0.8% |
| Mexico | 0.8% |
Languages spoken by Fond du Lac guests
Share of guests who left reviews
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 66.1% |
| Spanish | 14.3% |
| German | 3.6% |
| Hindi | 3.6% |
| Dutch | 3.6% |
Fond du Lac Airbnbs average 4.82 stars, and 53% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.72, against 4.91 for host communication.
Communication scores highest in Fond du Lac; value is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.85 |
| Cleanliness | 4.83 |
| Communication | 4.91 |
| Location | 4.84 |
| Check-in | 4.85 |
| Value | 4.72 |
Booking patterns
Nearly nine in ten Fond du Lac listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 12% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 44% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Fond du Lac listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 67.6% | 23 |
| 181-270 days | 20.6% | 7 |
| 91-180 days | 11.8% | 4 |
Days a year Fond du Lac listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 181-270 days | 11.8% | 4 |
| 91-180 days | 23.5% | 8 |
| 31-90 days | 44.1% | 15 |
| 1-30 days | 20.6% | 7 |
The average Fond du Lac booking lasts 7.4 nights, longest in March and shortest in October. Listings took about 14 bookings each over the year. Nearly eight in ten 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 Fond du Lac
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Two-year average by calendar month.
56% of listings in Fond du Lac accept stays of one or two nights. A smaller group, 9%, takes only stays of 30 nights or more.
Minimum stay set by Fond du Lac 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 Fond du Lac, used by 44% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. 44% of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms and 53% use Firm or stricter ones, so neither camp dominates.
Cancellation policies of Fond du Lac listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
85% of Fond du Lac listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is $101, but a minority of much higher fees lifts the average to $273, so the median is the better guide. Spread over the average stay of 7.4 nights, that adds roughly $14 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 8% of gross revenue.
Top earners
The top-grossing Airbnb in Fond du Lac, a nine-bedroom home, took in $93,800 over the past year, about 4.6 times the city's average of $20,200.
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EAA Relaxing Getaway in Quiet Neighborhood Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 5.00 Only 9% of Fond du Lac listings are classed as professionally managed, though 32% of listings have a co-host. Superhosts run 38% of listings. Most hosts still vet their guests: only 18% 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 88% of listings.
Nearby markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 55 km, Plymouth (36 km away, 37 listings) earned the most per listing, about 90% more than Fond du Lac. Appleton was the busiest, booked on 44% of nights against 39% in Fond du Lac.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oshkosh 29 km | 325 | $17,254 | $394 | 32% |
| Town of Algoma 32 km | 38 | $16,470 | $674 | 24% |
| Elkhart Lake 34 km | 75 | $25,798 | $351 | 30% |
| Plymouth 36 km | 37 | $38,347 | $496 | 42% |
| City of Green Lake 43 km | 46 | $28,953 | $410 | 33% |
| Neenah 44 km | 56 | $15,313 | $318 | 35% |
| Fox Crossing 50 km | 31 | $17,480 | $220 | 40% |
| Appleton 55 km | 167 | $22,750 | $196 | 44% |
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FAQ
An active Fond du Lac Airbnb grossed $20,231 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 34 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $4,260 or more in a typical month.
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Fond du Lac listings earn between $1,050 and $4,260 in a typical month, and the top tenth $6,680 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 Fond du Lac were booked on 39% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 38% for the Wisconsin average. July is usually the busiest month.
The average booked night in Fond du Lac cost $305 before fees. Half of listings charge between $125 and $330, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
None of the active Fond du Lac 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 Fond du Lac Airbnb grossed $20,231 in the 12 months to September 2026, 39% below the Wisconsin average of $33,105. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, $13,451 a year (about $1,120 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 $2,240 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
July usually pays best, averaging $5,420 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 Fond du Lac 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 $221 or more.
Fond du Lac stays were booked 44 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 Fond du Lac Airbnb stay lasted 7.4 nights over the past year. A listing took 14 reservations over the year on average.
Guests rate Fond du Lac Airbnbs 4.82 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.
Lake Winnebago, Downtown Fond du Lac and Fond du Lac State Fairgrounds draw the most short-term rental interest in Fond du Lac. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
AirROI counted 34 active Airbnb listings in Fond du Lac as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Oshkosh, 29 km away.
In Fond du Lac, 85% of listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is $101, but a minority of much higher fees lifts the average to $273, so the median is the better guide.
Method
Figures on this page cover 34 active Airbnb listings in Fond du Lac 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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