Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Prairie du Chien, WI Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Prairie du Chien brought in $20,280 over the 12 months through September 2026, across just 26 active listings, so a single property can move that figure.
The short answer
Prairie du Chien Airbnb Market at a Glance
Prairie du Chien is priced below the Wisconsin average. Listings averaged $195 a night, about 40% less than that average of $325, and were booked on 38% of available nights, close to its 38% occupancy.
Timing matters: in July, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 2.5 times as much as in April, usually the slowest. With only 26 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 26 active listings, Prairie du Chien is the 131st-largest of 215 Wisconsin markets AirROI tracks.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Prairie du Chien?
Gross bookings per Prairie du Chien listing averaged $20,280 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 Prairie du Chien listing brings in $3,240 in July, its best month, and $1,290 in April, its slowest. August runs within 3% of July, so either can come out on top in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 35% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
Across Prairie du Chien's 26 active listings, monthly revenue by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $4,390+ a month, about 2.3 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $2,940 or more, roughly $1,000 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $1,900 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $1,150 or less, about 61% 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 2.5 times what April 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.
Prairie du Chien Airbnb Data by Month
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 | $2,417 | 42.6% | $194 | $81 | 81 days | 2.5 nights |
| Oct 2025 | $2,767 | 48.6% | $198 | $89 | 65 days | 2.5 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $2,258 | 44.5% | $191 | $75 | 65 days | 3.7 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $1,824 | 30.7% | $187 | $59 | 31 days | 4.5 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $1,590 | 27.2% | $182 | $51 | 31 days | 11.4 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $1,701 | 33.8% | $179 | $61 | 27 days | 6.3 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $1,394 | 26.6% | $179 | $45 | 82 days | 3.8 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $1,486 | 30.2% | $185 | $50 | 52 days | 3.2 nights |
| May 2026 | $2,126 | 35.8% | $204 | $69 | 38 days | 2.8 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $2,916 | 47.4% | $239 | $97 | 60 days | 2.8 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $3,571 | 51.4% | $245 | $115 | 82 days | 2.6 nights |
| Aug 2026 | $3,236 | 46.7% | $242 | $104 | 61 days | 2.8 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 Prairie du Chien home could earn, enter its address, bedrooms and guests in the Airbnb income calculator; it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Prairie du Chien Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Prairie du Chien Airbnb took in $20,280 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $1,060 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 $1,650 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $2,440 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 $910 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.
Prairie du Chien Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | $17,840 | $27,590 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay12% of Prairie du Chien bookings | $2,440 | $3,780 |
| Gross bookings | $20,280 | $31,370 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 14%: 15.5% for the 88% of Prairie du Chien listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$2,850 | −$4,410 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$2,440 | −$3,780 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$1,010 | −$1,570 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$410 | −$630 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$610 | −$940 |
| 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 | −$7,620 | −$11,630 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $12,660about $1,060 a month | $19,740about $1,650 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Prairie du Chien Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Prairie du Chien'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 Prairie du Chien 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 Prairie du Chien's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Prairie du Chien listings are booked on 53% or more of their nights, against 34% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of $175 adds about $1,760 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge $255 a night or more, against a median of $175. 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 $1,780 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, July brings the average listing about $3,240, against $1,290 in April, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Prairie du Chien listings average 4.88 stars, and 81% 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 $2,610 a month, against $1,690 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Prairie du Chien?
Prairie du Chien listings were booked on 38% of the nights they were open over the past year, in line with the Wisconsin average and 3 percentage points below the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 50% in July and falls to 28% in April.
Across Prairie du Chien's 26 active listings, the share of open nights booked by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 81%+ of open nights, 47 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 53% or more, roughly four nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 34% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 19% or less, under two nights a week.
July is usually the busiest month in Prairie du Chien, April the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Nightly rates
How Much Does an Airbnb Cost per Night in Prairie du Chien?
The average nightly rate in Prairie du Chien, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $195 over the past year, about 40% below the Wisconsin and U.S. averages ($325 and $320). In a typical year, rates peak in July and August at about $220 and bottom out in February and December at about $175.
Across Prairie du Chien's 26 active listings, nightly rates by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge $295+ a night, about 1.7 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge $255 or more, about $80 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about $175 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge $140 or less, about 79% of the median.
July rates run 25% above December's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Prairie du Chien?
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 Prairie du Chien it averaged $77 over the past year, from about $43 in a typical April to about $104 in a typical July.
Across Prairie du Chien's 26 active listings, RevPAR by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $133+ per open night, about twice the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $100 or more, about $35 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $65 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $50 or less, about three-quarters of the median.
July RevPAR is about 2.4 times April's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The 12-month RevPAR of $77 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 Prairie du Chien
With only 26 active listings, the monthly pattern in Prairie du Chien is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue has tended to peak in July and bottom out in April.
Average revenue by month in Prairie du Chien
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Revenue by month in Prairie du Chien in numbers
| Month | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|
| January | $1,510 |
| February | $1,530 |
| March | $1,460 |
| April | $1,290 |
| May | $1,950 |
| June | $2,610 |
| July | $3,240 |
| August | $3,150 |
| September | $2,690 |
| October | $2,620 |
| November | $2,200 |
| December | $1,890 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Prairie du Chien?
Guests book Prairie du Chien stays 55 days ahead on average (about eight weeks). July stays are booked furthest out, about 82 days ahead, and January stays closest to arrival, about 37 days. A typical July booking is made in late April.
July stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Permits
Airbnb Permits and Registration in Prairie du Chien
None of the 26 active listings in Prairie du Chien 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 Prairie du Chien.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Prairie du Chien
AirROI's area guide picks eight Prairie du Chien neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Historic Downtown Prairie du Chien, Mississippi Riverfront and Wyalusing State Park. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Historic Downtown Prairie du Chien | Rich in history and culture, this area offers visitors a charming downtown experience with historic buildings, shops, and local eateries. It attracts history buffs and those looking to explore the local heritage. | Fort Crawford Museum, Villa Louis, Mississippi River views, local shops and cafes, Pike's Peak State Park |
| Mississippi Riverfront | The riverfront area offers beautiful views and outdoor activities. It's popular for fishing, boating, and scenic walks, making it a great location for those who love nature and water sports. | Riverside Park, Prairie du Chien Marina, fishing spots, scenic trails, boat launches |
| Wyalusing State Park | A nature lover's paradise, this state park attracts outdoor enthusiasts who want to hike, camp, and enjoy the great outdoors. Ideal for Airbnb hosting for families seeking adventure. | hiking trails, camping areas, wildlife viewing, bluff views, river overlooks |
| Effigy Mounds National Monument | A historical and cultural site known for its Native American burial mounds. This area draws visitors interested in archaeology and history, providing a unique experience for guests. | ancient burial mounds, hiking trails, educational information centers, scenic views |
| Nearby Prairie du Chien Golf Course | Attracting golf enthusiasts, this area provides access to well-maintained golf courses and is appealing for visitors who want to enjoy a relaxing golf getaway. | golfing facilities, clubhouse, scenic landscapes, practice areas |
| Local Vineyards and Breweries | Prairie du Chien is surrounded by local vineyards and breweries, making it an appealing destination for food and drink lovers. Great for hosting guests looking to explore local flavors. | local wineries, craft breweries, wine tasting tours, food festivals, vineyard events |
| Crawford County Fairgrounds | During fair times, this area is bustling with visitors. It's a great investment opportunity for hosting larger groups and families during events and festivals. | annual fairs, livestock exhibitions, concerts, community events |
| Nearby Outdoor Recreation Areas | Offering access to parks and recreational activities, this area attracts those who are looking for a getaway filled with outdoor fun, especially during summer months. | hiking and biking trails, picnic areas, fishing spots, scenic drives |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Nearby markets
Prairie du Chien vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 85 km, De Soto (43 km away, 32 listings) earned the most per listing, about 62% more than Prairie du Chien. Viroqua was the busiest, booked on 51% of nights against 38% in Prairie du Chien.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| McGregor 5 km | 31 | $16,641 | $228 | 31% |
| Lansing 33 km | 58 | $18,781 | $210 | 32% |
| De Soto 43 km | 32 | $32,870 | $240 | 45% |
| Decorah 59 km | 159 | $26,244 | $212 | 40% |
| Viroqua 59 km | 38 | $26,353 | $171 | 51% |
| Dubuque 72 km | 197 | $25,159 | $192 | 42% |
| Mineral Point 82 km | 34 | $20,294 | $207 | 37% |
| La Crosse 85 km | 133 | $26,596 | $196 | 43% |
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Markets Similar to Prairie du Chien
Markets elsewhere in the United States with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Prairie du Chien:
- Ontario Airbnb data CA · $196/night · 37.4%
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- Memphis Airbnb data TN · $189/night · 38.1%
FAQ
Prairie du Chien Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Prairie du Chien?
An active Prairie du Chien Airbnb grossed $20,280 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 26 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $2,940 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Prairie du Chien?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Prairie du Chien listings earn between $1,150 and $2,940 in a typical month, and the top tenth $4,390 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 Prairie du Chien?
Listings in Prairie du Chien were booked on 38% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 38% for the Wisconsin average. July is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Prairie du Chien?
The average booked night in Prairie du Chien cost $195 before fees. Half of listings charge between $140 and $255, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Prairie du Chien?
None of the active Prairie du Chien 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.
Is Airbnb profitable in Prairie du Chien?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Prairie du Chien Airbnb grossed $20,280 in the 12 months to September 2026, 39% below the Wisconsin average of $33,105, though with only 26 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, $12,660 a year (about $1,060 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 $1,650 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Prairie du Chien?
July usually pays best, averaging $3,240 per active listing over the past two years, and April usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Prairie du Chien?
Each night a Prairie du Chien listing was open to book earned $77 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 $133 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Prairie du Chien?
Prairie du Chien stays were booked 55 days (about eight weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so most of a month is booked well before it starts.
How long do guests stay at Airbnbs in Prairie du Chien?
The average Prairie du Chien Airbnb stay lasted 3.6 nights over the past year. A listing took 26 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Prairie du Chien rated?
Guests rate Prairie du Chien Airbnbs 4.88 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Prairie du Chien?
Historic Downtown Prairie du Chien, Mississippi Riverfront and Wyalusing State Park draw the most short-term rental interest in Prairie du Chien. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Prairie du Chien?
AirROI counted 26 active Airbnb listings in Prairie du Chien as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is McGregor, 5 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Prairie du Chien?
In Prairie du Chien, more than nine in ten listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about $86.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 26 active Airbnb listings in Prairie du Chien 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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