Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026

Jekyll Island, GA Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends

Source: AirROI Reviewed by , Founder @ AirROI Updated

Active Airbnb listings
216
Avg. booking lead time
104 days
Listings showing a permit
0%
Peak revenue month
July
Lowest revenue month
January

The short answer

Jekyll Island Airbnb Market at a Glance

Jekyll Island earns on price rather than volume. Listings averaged $445 a night and were booked on 35% of available nights, against $290 and 38% for the Georgia average.

Timing matters: in July, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 2.5 times as much as in January, usually the slowest.

With 216 active listings, Jekyll Island is the 31st-largest of 209 Georgia markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 21% while the number of active listings grew 6%.

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Revenue

How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Jekyll Island?

Gross bookings per Jekyll Island listing averaged $40,451 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Georgia average: $30,219), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.

In a typical year, the average Jekyll Island listing brings in $8,130 in July, its best month, and $3,290 in January, its slowest. September runs within 1% of January, so either can be the slowest in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 37% 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 2.9 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $10,200+ a month, about 2.2 times the typical property.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn $7,310 or more, roughly $2,800 a month above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about $4,560 a month.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $2,480 or less, about 54% 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 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.

Jekyll Island 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, while nightly rates and bookings both peaked in June 2026.

Average monthly Airbnb revenue, occupancy, nightly rate, RevPAR, booking lead time and length of stay per active listing in Jekyll Island, Sep 2025 to Aug 2026
Month Avg. Revenue Occupancy Avg. Nightly Rate RevPAR Booking Lead Time Avg. Length of Stay
Sep 2025$3,53728.9%$423$11871 days4.4 nights
Oct 2025$4,47334.2%$430$144106 days4.3 nights
Nov 2025$4,21432.3%$428$140124 days5.3 nights
Dec 2025$3,68426.9%$433$11994 days4.9 nights
Jan 2026$3,38626.0%$429$10986 days7.4 nights
Feb 2026$5,29642.0%$429$189100 days7.7 nights
Mar 2026$6,75350.0%$443$21896 days5.8 nights
Apr 2026$5,70743.3%$444$190114 days4.7 nights
May 2026$5,77040.9%$451$186103 days4.2 nights
Jun 2026$8,49659.2%$460$28394 days5.6 nights
Jul 2026$8,98056.3%$455$29096 days4.8 nights
Aug 2026$4,32033.3%$423$13982 days4.5 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.

These are market-wide figures. To see what one particular Jekyll Island home could earn, enter its address, bedrooms and guests in the Airbnb calculator; it compares the home with similar listings nearby.

Profit

Is an Airbnb in Jekyll Island Profitable?

Yes, when it's run well. The average Jekyll Island Airbnb took in $40,451 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $2,030 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 $3,280 a month.

Cleaning it yourself keeps the $6,290 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $2,550 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $1,740 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.

Jekyll Island Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year

A year of income, running costs and what is left for housing costs for an average and a top-quarter Jekyll Island Airbnb
Line Average listing Top-quarter listing
Money in
Nightly bookings$34,161$54,760
Cleaning fees guests pay16% of Jekyll Island bookings$6,290$10,080
Gross bookings$40,451$64,840
Running costs
Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 78% of Jekyll Island listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest−$5,170−$8,290
Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself−$6,290−$10,080
Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings−$2,020−$3,240
Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2%−$810−$1,300
Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3%−$1,210−$1,950
Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover−$400−$400
Permit and registrationWhere one is required−$200−$200
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 24% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee−$16,100−$25,460
Left for housing costs, then profit$24,351about $2,030 a month$39,380about $3,280 a month
Housing costs
Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees Depend on the home

Estimate Your Own Jekyll Island Airbnb Profit

The estimate starts from Jekyll Island'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 Jekyll Island 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 Jekyll Island's Top Earners Get There

  • More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Jekyll Island listings are booked on 56% or more of their nights, against 37% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of $415 adds about $4,150 in bookings.
  • Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge $525 a night or more, against a median of $415. 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 $3,420 a year.
  • Open for the busy months. In a typical year, July brings the average listing about $8,130, against $3,290 in January, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
  • Reviews that stand out. Jekyll Island listings average 4.77 stars, and 30% 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 $5,400 a month, against $3,370 for the average one.

Occupancy

What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Jekyll Island?

Jekyll Island listings were booked on 35% of the nights they were open over the past year, 3 percentage points below the Georgia average (38%) and 6 points below the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy swings from 27% in January to 54% in July.

The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 3.8 times as often as the bottom quarter.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 73%+ of open nights, 36 points above the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) fill 56% or more, roughly four nights a week.
  • Typical properties (median) fill about 37% of open nights.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 19% or less, under two nights a week.

July is usually the busiest month in Jekyll Island, January the quietest

Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026

The 12-month rate of 35% 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 Jekyll Island?

The average nightly rate in Jekyll Island, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $445 over the past year, about 53% above the Georgia average of $290 and about 39% above the U.S. average of $320. In a typical year, rates peak in June and July at about $455 and bottom out in September and November at about $385.

The top 10% charge about 2.2 times the rate of the bottom quarter.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge $660+ a night, about 1.6 times the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) charge $525 or more, about $110 above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) charge about $415 a night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge $295 or less, about 71% of the median.

June rates run 18% above November's

Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026

The 12-month ADR of $445 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 Jekyll Island?

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 Jekyll Island it averaged $160 over the past year, from about $106 in a typical January to about $262 in a typical July.

Per open night, by tier:

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $284+ per open night, about twice the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn $211 or more, about $70 a night above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about $141 per open night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $89 or less, about two-thirds of the median.

July RevPAR is about 2.5 times January's

Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026

Seasonality

Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Jekyll Island

Jekyll Island has one high season, March through July, which makes it a highly seasonal market. Business is slowest from August to January.

Average revenue by month in Jekyll Island

Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years

Revenue by month in Jekyll Island in numbers
Average monthly revenue per active listing in Jekyll Island, by calendar month
Month Season Revenue per listing
JanuaryLow season$3,290
FebruaryShoulder season$4,690
MarchHigh season$6,300
AprilHigh season$5,470
MayHigh season$5,290
JuneHigh season$7,370
JulyHigh season$8,130
AugustLow season$4,230
SeptemberLow season$3,300
OctoberLow season$3,930
NovemberLow season$3,530
DecemberLow season$3,350
Average monthly Airbnb revenue, occupancy and nightly rate in Jekyll Island by season
Season Revenue per month Occupancy Nightly rate
High seasonMarch–July$6,51047%$441
Shoulder seasonFebruary$4,69042%$407
Low seasonAugust–January$3,60030%$401

How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Jekyll Island?

Guests book Jekyll Island stays 104 days ahead on average (about three and a half months), so guests here plan well ahead. April stays are booked furthest out, about 112 days ahead, and August stays closest to arrival, about 72 days. A typical April booking is made in late December.

April stays are booked furthest ahead

Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026

The 12-month figure of 104 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 Jekyll Island

None of the 216 active listings in Jekyll Island 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 Jekyll Island.

Neighborhoods

Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Jekyll Island

AirROI's area guide picks eight Jekyll Island neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Jekyll Island Historic District, Driftwood Beach and Clam Creek. The picks reflect guest appeal, not earnings data or permit eligibility, so check local permit rules for a specific address before buying.

Best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Jekyll Island
Area Who it suits Landmarks nearby
Jekyll Island Historic District Offers a unique glimpse into the past with its preserved Gilded Age architecture and beautiful grounds. Visitors enjoy the picturesque surroundings and rich history.Jekyll Island Museum, Nany G. Smith Mansion, Jekyll Island Club Historic District, Jekyll Island Sea Turtle Center, Riverview Beach Park
Driftwood Beach Famous for its stunning driftwood-strewn beach, perfect for scenic walks and photography. A serene escape for visitors who appreciate nature's beauty.Driftwood Beach, Jekyll Island State Park, Tidal Pools, Nature Trails, Wildlife Viewing
Clam Creek A peaceful area offering access to beautiful coastal views and outdoor activities like kayaking and bird watching. Ideal for nature lovers and families.Clam Creek Picnic Area, Jekyll Island Bike Trails, Salt Marshes, Bird Watching
North Jekyll A quieter area with a mix of local charm and beach access. Ideal for families and those looking for a relaxed atmosphere away from the crowds.Great Dunes Park, North Jekyll Beach, Jekyll Island Golf Club
South Dunes Closest area to the beach with convenient access to recreation and water sports. Attracts visitors seeking an active beach experience.South Dunes Beach, Windsurfing, Kayaking, Jet Skiing
St. Andrews Beach Known for its natural beauty and serene environment, popular among those looking for a tranquil beach getaway.St. Andrews Beach Park, Nature Trails, Secluded Beaches
Jekyll Island Club A historic and beautiful area that showcases the iconic Jekyll Island Club Resort, perfect for those interested in luxury and history.Jekyll Island Club Hotel, Historic Museum, Outdoor Concerts, Golf Courses
Pier Road Offers a lively beach atmosphere with access to local dining and entertainment. Great for travelers seeking a bustling vacation vibe.Jekyll Island Pier, Fishing, Dining Options, Water Sports Events

Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.

Listings

Jekyll Island Airbnb Listings by Type and Size

Almost every Airbnb in Jekyll Island is an entire home: 98% of listings, with private rooms at under 1%. Houses account for 81% of the stock; apartments and condos come next at 16%.

Nearly all listings rent the whole place

Jekyll Island Airbnb listings by room type

  • Entire home 98%
  • Hotel room 2%
  • Private room <1%
Room types in numbers
Jekyll Island Airbnb listings by room type
Room type Share of listings Listings
Entire home97.7%211
Hotel room1.9%4
Private room0.5%1

Houses dominate the property mix

Jekyll Island Airbnb listings by property type

  • House 81%
  • Apartment/Condo 16%
  • Hotel/Boutique 2%
  • Others <1%
Property types in numbers
Jekyll Island Airbnb listings by property type
Property type Share of listings Listings
House81.5%176
Apartment/Condo16.2%35
Hotel/Boutique1.9%4
Others0.5%1

How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Jekyll Island Have?

Most Jekyll Island homes are built for groups: 80% of entire homes have three or more bedrooms, and three-bedroom homes are the most common size (54%).

Jekyll Island entire homes by number of bedrooms

Entire homes with each number of bedrooms

Bedroom counts in numbers
Jekyll Island entire homes by number of bedrooms
Bedrooms Share of entire homes Entire homes
Studio0.5%1
1 bedroom5.7%12
2 bedrooms14.2%30
3 bedrooms54.0%114
4 bedrooms19.0%40
5+ bedrooms6.6%14

What Each Home Size Earns in Jekyll Island

A typical one-bedroom home in Jekyll Island earned $25,900 over the past year, against $78,600 for a home with five or more bedrooms.

What each home size earns in Jekyll Island
Home size Listings Typical annual revenue (median) Average annual revenue Avg. nightly rate Occupancy
1 bedroom12$25,900$28,600$23044%
2 bedrooms30$16,200$26,800$28437%
3 bedrooms114$32,200$39,400$43635%
4 bedrooms40$35,100$41,100$56932%
5+ bedrooms14$78,600$95,600$76139%

How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Jekyll Island Sleep?

The most common capacity in Jekyll Island is six guests (43% of listings), and 87% of listings sleep six or more.

Jekyll Island listings by guest capacity

Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep

Guest capacity in numbers
Jekyll Island listings by guest capacity
Guest capacity Share of listings Listings
2 guests2.8%6
4 guests9.3%20
5 guests0.9%2
6 guests42.8%92
7 guests3.3%7
8+ guests40.9%88

How Jekyll Island Airbnb Listings Are Set Up

Jekyll Island hosts set up an average of 4.1 beds per listing. About one in ten listings (10%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.

Photos per listing
21
Beds per listing
4.1
Show exact location
10%

What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Jekyll Island Offer?

Free on-site parking is close to standard in Jekyll Island: 99% of listings offer it.

Share of Jekyll Island listings with each common amenity

  • Air conditioning Nearly all
  • Wifi Nearly all
  • TV Nearly all
  • Heating 100%
  • Smoke alarm 100%
  • Free parking on premises 99%
  • Coffee maker 99%
  • Microwave 99%
  • Dishes and silverware 99%
  • Refrigerator 99%

Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Jekyll Island

Listings in Jekyll Island with a backyard earned about 2.3 times as much a year, on average, as those without: $77,300 against $33,100. The gap is smaller for a waterfront setting (about twice as much) and outdoor furniture (about twice as much). 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 Jekyll Island 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

  • Backyard +134% on 17% of listings
  • Waterfront +110% on 6% of listings
  • Outdoor furniture +105% on 17% of listings
  • Smart lock +92% on 13% of listings
  • Self check-in +77% on 30% of listings
  • Beach access +74% on 17% of listings
  • Outdoor shower +72% on 6% of listings
  • Outdoor dining area +64% on 12% of listings
  • Outdoor playground +54% on 8% of listings
  • Single level home +52% on 9% of listings
Revenue by amenity in numbers
Average annual revenue of Jekyll Island listings with and without each amenity
Amenity Listings with it Avg. revenue with Avg. revenue without Revenue gap
Backyard17%$77,300$33,100+134%
Waterfront6%$79,600$37,900+110%
Outdoor furniture17%$70,400$34,300+105%
Smart lock13%$69,600$36,300+92%
Self check-in30%$58,400$32,900+77%
Beach access17%$62,500$36,000+74%
Outdoor shower6%$66,600$38,600+72%
Outdoor dining area12%$61,800$37,700+64%
Outdoor playground8%$59,500$38,700+54%
Single level home9%$58,600$38,600+52%

Guests

Who Books Airbnbs in Jekyll Island?

Jekyll Island is a domestic market: every guest who left a review lives in the United States. No single city dominates: Atlanta is the largest source, at about 9% of reviews.

100% of Jekyll Island guests are domestic

Where guests who left reviews live

  • Domestic 100%

Where Jekyll Island guests come from: top cities

Share of guests who left reviews

  • Atlanta 9%
  • Savannah 2%
  • Jacksonville 1%
  • Augusta 1%
  • Charlotte 1%
Top origin cities in numbers
Where Jekyll Island guests come from: top cities
Origin city Share of guests
Atlanta9.4%
Savannah1.9%
Jacksonville1.4%
Augusta1.2%
Charlotte1.2%

Languages spoken by Jekyll Island guests

Share of guests who left reviews

  • English 87%
  • Spanish 7%
  • French 2%
  • Swedish 1%
  • Russian 0%
Top languages in numbers
Languages spoken by Jekyll Island guests
Language Share of guests
English86.8%
Spanish6.9%
French2.5%
Swedish1.0%
Russian0.5%

What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Jekyll Island?

Jekyll Island Airbnbs average 4.77 stars, and 30% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.64, against 4.90 for location.

Location scores highest in Jekyll Island; value is lowest

Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0

  • Accuracy 4.81
  • Cleanliness 4.76
  • Communication 4.75
  • Location 4.90
  • Check-in 4.87
  • Value 4.64
Category scores in numbers
Jekyll Island guest ratings by category
Category Average rating (out of 5)
Accuracy4.81
Cleanliness4.76
Communication4.75
Location4.90
Check-in4.87
Value4.64

Booking patterns

How Guests Book in Jekyll Island: Stays, Rules and Fees

86% of Jekyll Island listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 15% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 34% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.

Days a year Jekyll Island listings are open to guests

Share of listings by days a year

  • 271-366 days 59%
  • 181-270 days 27%
  • 91-180 days 11%
  • 31-90 days 3%
Open days in numbers
Days a year Jekyll Island listings are open to guests
Days a year Share of listings Listings
271-366 days58.8%127
181-270 days27.3%59
91-180 days11.1%24
31-90 days2.8%6

Days a year Jekyll Island listings are booked or blocked

Share of listings by days a year

  • 271-366 days 3%
  • 181-270 days 12%
  • 91-180 days 27%
  • 31-90 days 34%
  • 1-30 days 24%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
Days a year Jekyll Island listings are booked or blocked
Days a year Share of listings Listings
271-366 days3.2%7
181-270 days11.6%25
91-180 days27.3%59
31-90 days34.3%74
1-30 days23.6%51

What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Jekyll Island?

The average Jekyll Island booking lasts 5.2 nights, longest in February and shortest in October. Listings took about 18 bookings each over the year, some 3,890 in all. More than nine in ten listings that give a check-in time set it at 4 p.m., with check-out usually at 10 a.m.

Average length of stay by month in Jekyll Island

Average nights per booking, by month of stay

Two-year average by calendar month.

Jekyll Island Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements

About two-thirds of listings in Jekyll Island accept stays of one or two nights.

Minimum stay set by Jekyll Island listings

Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more

  • 1 Night 21% 46 listings
  • 2 Nights 46% 99 listings
  • 3 Nights 25% 55 listings
  • 4-6 Nights 6% 14 listings
  • 7-29 Nights 1% 2 listings

What Cancellation Policies Do Airbnb Hosts Use in Jekyll Island?

Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Jekyll Island, used by 87% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: nearly nine in ten listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 6% on Flexible or Moderate.

Cancellation policies of Jekyll Island listings, from most to least flexible

Share of listings by the policy they use

  • Flexible 4% 8 listings
  • Moderate 2% 4 listings
  • Limited 7% 16 listings
  • Firm 87% 187 listings
  • Strict <1% 1 listing

How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Jekyll Island?

Nearly all Jekyll Island listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is about $370. Spread over the average stay of 5.2 nights, that adds roughly $70 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 16% of gross revenue.

Median cleaning fee
$370
Average cleaning fee
$354
Listings charging a fee
96.8%
Share of gross revenue
15.5%

Top earners

Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Jekyll Island

The top-grossing Airbnb in Jekyll Island, a six-bedroom home, took in $208,000 over the past year, about 5.2 times the city's average of $40,500. Four of the six listings below have five or more bedrooms; the other two have three and four bedrooms.

Life Is Bliss Cottage - Oceanfront / Heated Pool Life Is Bliss Cottage - Oceanfront / Heated Pool Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.84
Revenue
$208,329
Occupancy
52.7%
Daily rate
$916
8 Stewart Lane 8 Stewart Lane Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.70
Revenue
$167,235
Occupancy
65.9%
Daily rate
$704
Large Family Home, Pool, Pet Friendly! Large Family Home, Pool, Pet Friendly! Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.94
Revenue
$159,445
Occupancy
57.8%
Daily rate
$707
Ocean Oaks 10 - beautiful home steps away from the Ocean Oaks 10 - beautiful home steps away from the Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Revenue
$147,601
Occupancy
42.4%
Daily rate
$1,094
65 Water Oak Way-Ocean Oaks 65 Water Oak Way-Ocean Oaks Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.88
Revenue
$145,363
Occupancy
76.8%
Daily rate
$484
Reel Life - By Beach Access Reel Life - By Beach Access Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.94
Revenue
$116,743
Occupancy
77.1%
Daily rate
$393

Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Jekyll Island?

Parker-Kaufman is the top-grossing host in Jekyll Island, with $4.55 million in bookings across 123 listings over the past year. The market is concentrated: the ten top-grossing hosts run 86% of its 216 listings. Per listing, a smaller operator earns more: Hodnett Cooper Vacation Rental… grossed $107,000 per listing, about 2.9 times Parker-Kaufman's $37,000.

Top Airbnb hosts in Jekyll Island by revenue
# Host Listings Gross revenue Per listing Avg. rating
Parker-Kaufman 123$4,551,463$37,0044.71/5
Golden Isles Retreats 10$787,699$78,7704.88/5
Hodnett Cooper Vacation Rental… 7$746,921$106,7034.89/5
4 RedAwning 25$310,096$12,4044.56/5
5 Don And Marcia 5$258,949$51,7904.97/5
6 Gloria And John 1$208,329$208,3294.84/5
7 Doug 2$155,138$77,5694.95/5
8 Jekyll Realty 10$111,548$11,1555.00/5
9 Jessica 1$109,485$109,4854.74/5
10 Bernice 2$104,263$52,1324.93/5

Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Jekyll Island?

Professional management companies run two-thirds of Jekyll Island listings. Only 18% of listings are run by Superhosts. 77% 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 78% of listings.

Superhosts
17.6%
Professional management
66.2%
Cohosted listings
57.9%
Instant Book enabled
76.9%
Simplified Pricing
78.2%

Largest Airbnb Management Companies in Jekyll Island

3 management companies run five or more active Airbnb listings in Jekyll Island, and companies run 26% of its 216 active listings. RedAwning is the largest, with 25 listings and an average guest rating of 4.56; the next largest are Golden Isles Retreats and Hodnett Cooper Vacation Rentals. Among the three largest, Golden Isles Retreats' homes rate highest, at 4.91.

The three largest run 19% of Jekyll Island's listings

Share of Jekyll Island's 216 active Airbnb listings each company runs as host or co-host

  • RedAwning 12% · 25
  • Golden Isles Retreats 5% · 10
  • Hodnett Cooper Vacation Rentals 3% · 7
  • All other listings 81%

Listings each company runs as host or co-host, 12 months to September 2026. Guest ratings average each listing's Airbnb rating, weighted by its reviews.

See the largest management companies in Georgia, with a profile of each.

Nearby markets

Jekyll Island vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets

Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 77 km, Fernandina Beach (51 km away) earned the most per listing, about 17% more than Jekyll Island. Yulee was the busiest, booked on 41% of nights against 35% in Jekyll Island.

Airbnb markets near Jekyll Island: distance, revenue, nightly rate and occupancy
Market Listings Avg. annual revenue Avg. nightly rate Occupancy
Saint Simons 8 km 864$43,524$40136%
Brunswick 12 km 284$21,844$21938%
Darien 36 km 58$28,460$28838%
St. Marys 40 km 86$22,259$20239%
Fernandina Beach 51 km 1,068$47,152$44540%
Yulee 52 km 39$28,354$23441%
Townsend 54 km 40$18,743$20931%
Jesup 77 km 34$12,480$17226%

Other Airbnb Markets in Georgia

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Markets Similar to Jekyll Island

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FAQ

Jekyll Island Airbnb FAQ

How much do Airbnb hosts make in Jekyll Island?

An active Jekyll Island Airbnb grossed $40,451 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 216 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $7,310 or more in a typical month.

How much can I make on Airbnb in Jekyll Island?

It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Jekyll Island listings earn between $2,480 and $7,310 in a typical month, and the top tenth $10,200 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 Jekyll Island?

Listings in Jekyll Island were booked on 35% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 38% for the Georgia average. July is usually the busiest month.

How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Jekyll Island?

The average booked night in Jekyll Island cost $445 before fees. Half of listings charge between $295 and $525, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.

Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Jekyll Island?

None of the active Jekyll Island 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 Jekyll Island?

Yes, when it's run well. The average Jekyll Island Airbnb grossed $40,451 in the 12 months to September 2026, 34% above the Georgia average of $30,219. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, $24,351 a year (about $2,030 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 $3,280 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.

When is Airbnb peak season in Jekyll Island?

July usually pays best, averaging $8,130 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.

What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Jekyll Island?

Each night a Jekyll Island listing was open to book earned $160 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 $284 or more.

How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Jekyll Island?

Jekyll Island stays were booked 104 days (about three and a half 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 Jekyll Island?

The average Jekyll Island Airbnb stay lasted 5.2 nights over the past year. A listing took 18 reservations over the year on average.

How are Airbnbs in Jekyll Island rated?

Guests rate Jekyll Island Airbnbs 4.77 out of 5 on average. Guests score location highest and value lowest.

What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Jekyll Island?

Jekyll Island Historic District, Driftwood Beach and Clam Creek draw the most short-term rental interest in Jekyll Island. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.

How many Airbnbs are there in Jekyll Island?

AirROI counted 216 active Airbnb listings in Jekyll Island as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Saint Simons, 8 km away.

How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Jekyll Island?

In Jekyll Island, nearly all listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about $370.

Method

About This Data

Figures on this page cover 216 active Airbnb listings in Jekyll Island 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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