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- Occupancy
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- Daily rate
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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to October 2026
Noosa Heads, QLD Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Noosa Heads brought in A$82,203 over the 12 months through October 2026, about 58% more than the Queensland average of A$51,864.
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Noosa Heads Airbnb Market at a Glance
Rates in Noosa Heads run ahead of the Queensland average, with bookings close to it. Listings averaged A$636 a night and were booked on 48% of available nights, against A$405 and 46% for the Queensland average.
Timing matters: in January, usually the best month, the average listing earns about twice as much as in May, usually the slowest.
With 1,003 active listings, Noosa Heads is the fourth-largest of 145 Queensland markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 11%.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Noosa Heads?
Gross bookings per Noosa Heads listing averaged A$82,203 over the 12 months to October 2026 (Queensland average: A$51,864), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Noosa Heads listing brings in A$11,700 in January, its best month, and A$6,020 in May, its slowest. December runs within 3% of January, so either can come out on top in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 32% 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 2.8 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn A$17,400+ a month, about 2.3 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn A$11,800 or more, roughly A$4,200 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about A$7,580 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn A$4,140 or less, about 55% 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.
January earns about twice what May does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average A$11,900 A$5,470
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$8,660. 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.
Noosa Heads 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.
December 2025 led on revenue and nightly rate; bookings peaked in January 2026. Across the past two years, January is usually the strongest month.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | A$9,423 | 54.2% | A$640 | A$304 | 125 days | 4.2 nights |
| Nov 2025 | A$8,314 | 52.6% | A$610 | A$277 | 105 days | 4.5 nights |
| Dec 2025 | A$11,936 | 56.7% | A$695 | A$385 | 117 days | 5.7 nights |
| Jan 2026 | A$11,646 | 57.0% | A$692 | A$376 | 98 days | 4.9 nights |
| Feb 2026 | A$6,577 | 50.0% | A$567 | A$235 | 74 days | 5 nights |
| Mar 2026 | A$7,613 | 48.1% | A$586 | A$246 | 74 days | 4.4 nights |
| Apr 2026 | A$10,231 | 51.3% | A$661 | A$341 | 99 days | 4.8 nights |
| May 2026 | A$6,571 | 39.0% | A$592 | A$212 | 102 days | 3.9 nights |
| Jun 2026 | A$7,614 | 45.0% | A$612 | A$254 | 67 days | 4.8 nights |
| Jul 2026 | A$10,410 | 52.0% | A$639 | A$336 | 79 days | 5.2 nights |
| Aug 2026 | A$8,021 | 50.5% | A$605 | A$259 | 82 days | 5.2 nights |
| Sep 2026 | A$10,477 | 56.1% | A$683 | A$349 | 91 days | 4.5 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 Noosa Heads address, run it through the Airbnb calculator.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Noosa Heads Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Noosa Heads Airbnb took in A$82,203 in the 12 months to October 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about A$4,460 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 A$6,990 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the A$7,080 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about A$5,050 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about A$3,840 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 building or condo fees.
Noosa Heads Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | A$75,123 | A$116,800 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay9% of Noosa Heads bookings | A$7,080 | A$11,010 |
| Gross bookings | A$82,203 | A$127,810 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 15%: 15.5% for the 94% of Noosa Heads listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −A$12,140 | −A$18,870 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; A$0 if you clean yourself | −A$7,080 | −A$11,010 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −A$4,110 | −A$6,390 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −A$1,640 | −A$2,560 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −A$2,470 | −A$3,830 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −A$820 | −A$820 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −A$410 | −A$410 |
| ManagementA$0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings | A$0 | A$0 |
| Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free | A$0 | A$0 |
| Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on | A$0 | A$0 |
| Total running costsAbout 26% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −A$28,670 | −A$43,890 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | A$53,533about A$4,460 a month | A$83,920about A$6,990 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Noosa Heads Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Noosa Heads'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 Noosa Heads 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 Noosa Heads's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Noosa Heads listings are booked on 76% or more of their nights, against 54% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of A$505 adds about A$5,060 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge A$730 a night or more, against a median of A$505. 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 A$7,510 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, January brings the average listing about A$11,700, against A$6,020 in May, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Noosa Heads listings average 4.81 stars, and 37% 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 A$10,650 a month, against A$6,850 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Noosa Heads?
Noosa Heads listings were booked on 48% of the nights they were open over the past year, 2 percentage points above the Queensland average (46%) and 5 points above the Australia average (43%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 58% in January and falls to 39% in May.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 3.6 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 88%+ of open nights, 34 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 76% or more, roughly five nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 54% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 25% or less, under two nights a week.
January is usually the busiest month in Noosa Heads, May the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average 51% 58% 38%
The 12-month rate of 48% averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Nightly rates
How Much Does an Airbnb Cost per Night in Noosa Heads?
The average nightly rate in Noosa Heads, known as ADR (average daily rate), was A$636 over the past year, about 57% above the Queensland and Australia averages (both about A$405). In a typical year, rates peak in January at about A$695 and bottom out in February and May at about A$570.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about three times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge A$1,115+ a night, about 2.2 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge A$730 or more, about A$230 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about A$505 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge A$360 or less, about three-quarters of the median.
January rates run 22% above February's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average A$696 A$558
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$615.
What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Noosa Heads?
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 Noosa Heads it averaged A$288 over the past year, from about A$194 in a typical May to about A$377 in a typical January.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn A$526+ per open night, about 2.2 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn A$360 or more, about A$120 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about A$242 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn A$151 or less, about 63% of the median.
January RevPAR is about twice May's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average A$385 A$176
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$284.
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Noosa Heads
Revenue in Noosa Heads peaks several times a year, in April, July, September and December–January, a moderately seasonal pattern.
Average revenue by month in Noosa Heads
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average A$11,700 A$6,020
The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, A$8,660.
Revenue by month in Noosa Heads in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | High season | A$11,700 |
| February | Low season | A$6,530 |
| March | Low season | A$7,220 |
| April | High season | A$9,930 |
| May | Low season | A$6,020 |
| June | Low season | A$6,690 |
| July | High season | A$9,740 |
| August | Low season | A$7,880 |
| September | High season | A$10,000 |
| October | Shoulder season | A$8,920 |
| November | Low season | A$7,920 |
| December | High season | A$11,400 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonApril, July, September, December–January | A$10,500 | 55% | A$655 |
| Shoulder seasonOctober | A$8,920 | 54% | A$607 |
| Low seasonFebruary–March, May–June, August, November | A$7,040 | 47% | A$582 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Noosa Heads?
Guests book Noosa Heads stays 98 days ahead on average (about three months), so guests here plan well ahead. October stays are booked furthest out, about 115 days ahead, and June stays closest to arrival, about 61 days. A typical October booking is made in late June.
October stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average 89 days 125 days 53 days
The 12-month figure of 98 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 Noosa Heads
None of the 1,003 active listings in Noosa Heads 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 tourist-tax rules vary by address and change often, so confirm them with the local authority before buying or listing in Noosa Heads.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Noosa Heads
AirROI's area guide picks five Noosa Heads neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Noosa Main Beach, Hastings Street and Noosa National 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Noosa Main Beach | The most popular and iconic beach in Noosa, known for its crystal-clear waters and stunning sunrises. Attracts tourists seeking relaxation and watersports, making it a prime investment opportunity. | Noosa National Park, Noosa Heads Surf Life Saving Club, Hastings Street, Noosa Spit, The Noosa River |
| Hastings Street | A vibrant street lined with cafes, boutiques, and restaurants. It is the heart of Noosa tourism and a hotspot for visitors looking for shopping and dining options. | The Noosa Main Beach, Boutique shopping, Fine dining, The Noosa Farmers Market, Noosa Woods |
| Noosa National Park | Known for its beautiful hiking trails and wildlife. Great for nature lovers and those looking to explore the outdoors, making it appealing for eco-tourism. | Hiking trails, Wildlife spotting, Stunning coastal views, Dolphin watching, Secluded beaches |
| Noosa River | Offers a stunning waterway perfect for kayaking, boating, and fishing. Attracts families and adventure seekers who enjoy water activities. | Noosa River ferry, Kayaking, Fishing spots, Waterfront dining, Picnic areas |
| Pomona | An inland area known for its stunning mountain views and local markets. Attracts those interested in the arts and crafts scene and rural experiences. | Pomona Railway Station, Local art galleries, Pomona Country Markets, Mount Cooroora, Nature walks |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Noosa Heads Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Almost every Airbnb in Noosa Heads is an entire home: 98% of listings, with private rooms at 2%. Apartments and condos are the most common property type at 75%, about 3.4 times the share of houses (22%).
Nearly all listings rent the whole place
Noosa Heads Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 98%
- Private room 2%
- Hotel room <1%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 97.6% | 979 |
| Private room | 2.1% | 21 |
| Hotel room | 0.3% | 3 |
Listings by property type
Noosa Heads Airbnb listings by property type
- Apartment/Condo 75%
- House 22%
- Hotel/Boutique 2%
- Others 2%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Apartment/Condo | 74.6% | 748 |
| House | 21.6% | 217 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 1.9% | 19 |
| Others | 1.9% | 19 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Noosa Heads Have?
Two-bedroom homes are the most common size in Noosa Heads (43% of entire homes), and 39% have three or more bedrooms.
Noosa Heads entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms
2%
15%
43%
27%
10%
3%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 1.9% | 19 |
| 1 bedroom | 15.4% | 150 |
| 2 bedrooms | 43.2% | 421 |
| 3 bedrooms | 26.6% | 259 |
| 4 bedrooms | 10.1% | 98 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 2.9% | 28 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Noosa Heads
A typical studio in Noosa Heads earned A$50,700 over the past year, against A$198,000 for a home with five or more bedrooms.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 19 | A$50,700 | A$42,700 | A$290 | 49% |
| 1 bedroom | 150 | A$65,600 | A$67,300 | A$405 | 55% |
| 2 bedrooms | 421 | A$63,300 | A$74,500 | A$510 | 50% |
| 3 bedrooms | 259 | A$62,400 | A$82,400 | A$713 | 42% |
| 4 bedrooms | 98 | A$107,000 | A$129,000 | A$1,147 | 45% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 28 | A$198,000 | A$183,000 | A$1,756 | 40% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Noosa Heads Sleep?
The most common capacity in Noosa Heads is four guests (39% of listings), and 40% of listings sleep six or more.
Noosa Heads listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
14%
1%
39%
7%
23%
4%
13%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 13.7% | 135 |
| 3 guests | 1.3% | 13 |
| 4 guests | 38.7% | 382 |
| 5 guests | 6.8% | 67 |
| 6 guests | 23.0% | 227 |
| 7 guests | 4.0% | 39 |
| 8+ guests | 12.6% | 124 |
How Noosa Heads Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Noosa Heads hosts set up an average of 3.3 beds per listing. 53% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 25
- Beds per listing
- 3.3
- Show exact location
- 53%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Noosa Heads Offer?
Pools are close to standard in Noosa Heads: 87% of listings have one, and 92% have a washer.
Share of Noosa Heads listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Noosa Heads
Listings in Noosa Heads with an indoor fireplace earned about 55% more a year, on average, than those without: A$127,000 against A$80,800. Listings with an elevator show about the same gap. The gap is smaller for outdoor furniture (about 45% more). Bigger, professionally run homes tend to carry more amenities, so these gaps reflect the kind of listing as much as the feature itself.
Revenue gap for Noosa Heads listings with each amenity
How much more listings with the amenity earned in a year than those without, and the share of listings that have it
Revenue by amenity in numbers
| Amenity | Listings with it | Avg. revenue with | Avg. revenue without | Revenue gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indoor fireplace | 3% | A$127,000 | A$80,800 | +57% |
| Elevator | 15% | A$119,000 | A$75,800 | +57% |
| Outdoor furniture | 58% | A$94,800 | A$65,100 | +46% |
| Smart lock | 4% | A$115,000 | A$80,900 | +43% |
| Sound system | 11% | A$110,000 | A$78,800 | +39% |
| Sun loungers | 25% | A$102,000 | A$75,700 | +34% |
| Pool view | 8% | A$107,000 | A$80,200 | +34% |
| Beach access | 30% | A$99,300 | A$74,900 | +33% |
| Fire pit | 1% | A$108,000 | A$81,800 | +33% |
| Exercise equipment | 9% | A$106,000 | A$79,800 | +32% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Noosa Heads?
Most Noosa Heads guests are domestic, but a sizeable minority come from abroad: 30% of those who left reviews live outside Australia, led by visitors from the United Kingdom and New Zealand.
70% of Noosa Heads guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 70%
- International 30%
Where Noosa Heads guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Brisbane | 6.2% |
| Melbourne | 5.8% |
| Sydney | 4.3% |
Where Noosa Heads guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Australia | 69.9% |
| United Kingdom | 10.6% |
| New Zealand | 6.2% |
| United States | 3.3% |
| Canada | 1.9% |
Languages spoken by Noosa Heads guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 67.4% |
| French | 7.1% |
| Spanish | 6.0% |
| German | 5.2% |
| Italian | 1.9% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Noosa Heads?
Noosa Heads Airbnbs average 4.81 stars, and 37% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.68, against 4.89 for host communication and location. Listings here carry long review histories, about 80 reviews each on average.
Communication and location score highest in Noosa Heads; value is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
Category scores in numbers
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.83 |
| Cleanliness | 4.79 |
| Communication | 4.89 |
| Location | 4.89 |
| Check-in | 4.88 |
| Value | 4.68 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Noosa Heads: Stays, Rules and Fees
More than six in ten Noosa Heads listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, and 38% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 27% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Noosa Heads listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 40%
- 181-270 days 23%
- 91-180 days 24%
- 31-90 days 12%
- 1-30 days 1%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 40.2% | 403 |
| 181-270 days | 22.7% | 228 |
| 91-180 days | 24.2% | 243 |
| 31-90 days | 11.6% | 116 |
| 1-30 days | 1.3% | 13 |
Days a year Noosa Heads listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 14%
- 181-270 days 25%
- 91-180 days 23%
- 31-90 days 27%
- 1-30 days 12%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 13.6% | 136 |
| 181-270 days | 24.9% | 250 |
| 91-180 days | 22.7% | 228 |
| 31-90 days | 26.5% | 266 |
| 1-30 days | 12.3% | 123 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Noosa Heads?
The average Noosa Heads booking lasts 4.9 nights, longest in December and shortest in October. Listings took about 29 bookings each over the year, some 28,700 in all. About six in ten listings that give a check-in time set it at 3 p.m., with check-out usually at 10 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Noosa Heads
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 4.5 nights 5.2 nights 3.8 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Noosa Heads Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
Only 32% of listings in Noosa Heads accept stays of one or two nights; the most common minimum is three nights.
Minimum stay set by Noosa Heads listings
Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more
What Cancellation Policies Do Airbnb Hosts Use in Noosa Heads?
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Noosa Heads, used by 56% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: 86% of listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 13% on Flexible or Moderate.
Cancellation policies of Noosa Heads listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Noosa Heads?
85% of Noosa Heads listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is A$213, and some higher fees lift the average to A$339. Spread over the average stay of 4.9 nights, that adds roughly A$45 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 9% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- A$213
- Average cleaning fee
- A$339
- Listings charging a fee
- 85.4%
- Share of gross revenue
- 8.6%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Noosa Heads
The top-grossing Airbnb in Noosa Heads, a three-bedroom home, took in A$556,000 over the past year, about 6.8 times the city's average of A$82,200.
Beachfront 3 Bed w Plunge Pool Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 5.00 
Little Cove Rainforest Retreat | Heated Pool Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- A$541,381
- Occupancy
- 55.5%
- Daily rate
- A$2,664
Family & Pet-Friendly Luxury Near Hastings St Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- A$419,745
- Occupancy
- 65.4%
- Daily rate
- A$1,656
5 minute walk to Noosa Beach & Hastings Street Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.94 - Revenue
- A$398,590
- Occupancy
- 55.1%
- Daily rate
- A$2,333
Artis Penthouse with Private Rooftop & Heated Pool Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- A$362,512
- Occupancy
- 54.2%
- Daily rate
- A$1,805
9 Little Cove Road: Private Slice of Paradise Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.97 - Revenue
- A$361,820
- Occupancy
- 69.0%
- Daily rate
- A$1,422
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Noosa Heads?
Team Tabi is the top-grossing host in Noosa Heads, with A$8.85 million in bookings across 75 listings over the past year. Together, the ten top-grossing hosts run 38% of the market's 1,003 listings.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Team Tabi | 75 | A$8,852,244 | A$118,030 | 4.82/5 | |
| Niche Holidays Noosa | 86 | A$8,501,169 | A$98,851 | 4.70/5 | |
| Penny In Noosa | 33 | A$3,932,648 | A$119,171 | 4.88/5 | |
| 4 | Zinc Properties Noosa | 27 | A$3,058,655 | A$113,284 | 4.79/5 |
| 5 | Aspire Property Management | 31 | A$2,982,955 | A$96,224 | 4.73/5 |
| 6 | Jordana | 20 | A$2,856,168 | A$142,808 | 4.97/5 |
| 7 | Cate | 52 | A$2,855,538 | A$54,914 | 4.74/5 |
| 8 | Noosa Beach Abodes | 20 | A$2,084,249 | A$104,212 | 4.83/5 |
| 9 | Ereca | 21 | A$1,978,860 | A$94,231 | 4.89/5 |
| 10 | Host Angel Noosa | 19 | A$1,968,437 | A$103,602 | 4.88/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Noosa Heads?
Professional management companies run one in five Noosa Heads listings and owners run the rest, though 26% of listings have a co-host. Seven in ten listings are run by Superhosts, so a strong review record is the norm here rather than an edge. 61% of 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 94% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 69.6%
- Professional management
- 20.6%
- Cohosted listings
- 25.6%
- Instant Book enabled
- 61.4%
- Simplified Pricing
- 94.1%
Largest Airbnb Management Companies in Noosa Heads
16 management companies run five or more active Airbnb listings in Noosa Heads, and companies run 51% of its Airbnb homes. Niche Holidays is the largest, with 91 listings and an average guest rating of 4.72; the next largest are Team Tabi, Aspire Property Management, Accom and Laguna Holidays. Among the five largest, Team Tabi's homes rate highest, at 4.83.
The five largest run 25% of Noosa Heads's Airbnb homes
Share of Noosa Heads's Airbnb homes each company runs as host or co-host
- Niche Holidays 9% · 91
- Team Tabi 8% · 77
- Aspire Property Management 3% · 31
- Accom 3% · 28
- Laguna Holidays 3% · 27
- All other listings 75%
Listings each company runs as host or co-host, 12 months to October 2026. Guest ratings average each listing's Airbnb rating, weighted by its reviews.
See the largest management companies in Queensland, ranked by homes, guest rating and growth.
Nearby markets
Noosa Heads vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Noosa Heads earns about as much per listing as Sunrise Beach, the top earner of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 32 km.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Noosaville 2 km | 103 | A$43,071 | A$435 | 39% |
| Sunshine Beach 3 km | 300 | A$64,276 | A$660 | 41% |
| Sunrise Beach 3 km | 101 | A$78,402 | A$551 | 49% |
| Tewantin 5 km | 67 | A$42,379 | A$377 | 45% |
| Noosa Shire 7 km | 188 | A$47,747 | A$436 | 40% |
| Peregian Beach 9 km | 140 | A$51,213 | A$558 | 38% |
| Maroochydore 29 km | 119 | A$38,967 | A$383 | 44% |
| Sunshine Coast Regional 32 km | 2,774 | A$54,338 | A$412 | 46% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Queensland
- Greater Brisbane Airbnb data 4,386 listings
- Gold Coast City Airbnb data 4,240 listings
- Cairns Airbnb data 834 listings
- Surfers Paradise Airbnb data 761 listings
- Port Douglas Airbnb data 662 listings
- Airlie Beach Airbnb data 406 listings
- Whitsunday Regional Airbnb data 392 listings
- Townsville Airbnb data 351 listings
See all 145 Queensland Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Noosa Heads
Markets elsewhere in Australia with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Noosa Heads:
- Suffolk Park Airbnb data NSW · A$646/night · 44.9%
- Yallingup Airbnb data WA · A$594/night · 45.9%
- Bowral Airbnb data NSW · A$617/night · 44.8%
- Byron Shire Council Airbnb data NSW · A$708/night · 44.0%
- Kangaroo Valley Airbnb data NSW · A$609/night · 42.2%
- Byron Bay Airbnb data NSW · A$679/night · 42.4%
FAQ
Noosa Heads Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Noosa Heads?
An active Noosa Heads Airbnb grossed A$82,203 on average in the 12 months to October 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 1,003 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in A$11,800 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Noosa Heads?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Noosa Heads listings earn between A$4,140 and A$11,800 in a typical month, and the top tenth A$17,400 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb income calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
What is the average Airbnb occupancy rate in Noosa Heads?
Listings in Noosa Heads were booked on 48% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 46% for the Queensland average. January is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Noosa Heads?
The average booked night in Noosa Heads cost A$636 before fees. Half of listings charge between A$360 and A$730, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Noosa Heads?
None of the active Noosa Heads listings display a registration, permit or license number. That doesn't mean no rules apply, so confirm registration, permit and tourist-tax rules with the local authority before buying.
Is Airbnb profitable in Noosa Heads?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Noosa Heads Airbnb grossed A$82,203 in the 12 months to October 2026, 58% above the Queensland average of A$51,864. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, A$53,533 a year (about A$4,460 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 A$6,990 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Noosa Heads?
January usually pays best, averaging A$11,700 per active listing over the past two years, and May usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Noosa Heads?
Each night a Noosa Heads listing was open to book earned A$288 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 A$526 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Noosa Heads?
Noosa Heads stays were booked 98 days (about three 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 Noosa Heads?
The average Noosa Heads Airbnb stay lasted 4.9 nights over the past year. A listing took 29 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Noosa Heads rated?
Guests rate Noosa Heads Airbnbs 4.81 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Noosa Heads?
Noosa Main Beach, Hastings Street and Noosa National Park draw the most short-term rental interest in Noosa Heads. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Noosa Heads?
AirROI counted 1,003 active Airbnb listings in Noosa Heads as of October 2026. The closest tracked market is Noosaville, 2 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Noosa Heads?
In Noosa Heads, 85% of listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is A$213, and some higher fees lift the average to A$339.
How many tourists visit Noosa Heads, QLD?
All of Australia had 7.6 million international tourist arrivals in 2024, Tourism Research Australia reports. AirROI estimates 28,693 Airbnb stays in Noosa Heads, QLD in the 12 months to October 2026, which counts bookings and not tourists. See Queensland tourism statistics.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 1,003 active Airbnb listings in Noosa Heads 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. AirROI measures bookings in US dollars; this page shows them in Australian dollars at A$1.44 per US$, the typical rate from November 2025 to October 2026. 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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