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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to October 2026
Whitefish, MT Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Whitefish brought in $59,030 over the 12 months through October 2026, about 36% more than the Montana average of $43,340.
The short answer
Whitefish Airbnb Market at a Glance
Rates in Whitefish run ahead of the Montana average, with bookings close to it. Listings averaged $502 a night and were booked on 43% of available nights, against $380 and 45% for the Montana average.
Timing matters: in July, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 5.4 times as much as in April, usually the slowest.
With 1,042 active listings, Whitefish is the second-largest of 85 Montana markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 21%.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Whitefish?
Gross bookings per Whitefish listing averaged $59,030 over the 12 months to October 2026 (Montana average: $43,340), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Whitefish listing brings in $13,500 in July, its best month, and $2,490 in April, its slowest. November runs within 1% of April, so either can be the slowest in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 42% 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 3.1 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $14,400+ a month, about 2.8 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $8,650 or more, roughly $3,600 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $5,070 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $2,750 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 5.4 times what April does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average $6,320 $14,500 $2,400
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.
Whitefish Airbnb Data by Month
Latest 12 months in the October 2026 data. October's figures are still coming in, so the rows run to September.
July 2026 led on revenue, nightly rate and bookings alike.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | $3,869 | 32.0% | $435 | $125 | 56 days | 4.5 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $2,627 | 23.6% | $421 | $88 | 41 days | 4 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $5,942 | 29.7% | $505 | $192 | 84 days | 5.1 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $6,526 | 34.1% | $510 | $211 | 77 days | 4.6 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $7,689 | 44.6% | $519 | $275 | 89 days | 5 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $6,132 | 36.2% | $472 | $198 | 80 days | 4.5 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $2,461 | 22.5% | $409 | $82 | 42 days | 4.6 nights |
| May 2026 | $4,294 | 34.2% | $428 | $139 | 60 days | 5.2 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $9,202 | 55.6% | $530 | $307 | 91 days | 5.2 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $14,512 | 63.3% | $647 | $468 | 109 days | 4.7 nights |
| Aug 2026 | $11,087 | 61.4% | $563 | $358 | 93 days | 4.4 nights |
| Sep 2026 | $7,777 | 56.4% | $470 | $259 | 83 days | 4 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 Whitefish 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 Whitefish Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Whitefish Airbnb took in $59,030 in the 12 months to October 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $3,050 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 $5,250 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $6,960 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $3,630 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $2,610 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.
Whitefish Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | $52,070 | $88,850 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay12% of Whitefish bookings | $6,960 | $11,870 |
| Gross bookings | $59,030 | $100,720 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 15%: 15.5% for the 94% of Whitefish listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$8,720 | −$14,870 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$6,960 | −$11,870 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$2,950 | −$5,040 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$1,180 | −$2,010 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$1,770 | −$3,020 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −$590 | −$590 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −$300 | −$300 |
| 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 | −$22,470 | −$37,700 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $36,560about $3,050 a month | $63,020about $5,250 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Whitefish Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Whitefish'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 Whitefish 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 Whitefish's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Whitefish listings are booked on 58% or more of their nights, against 40% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of $385 adds about $3,840 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge $580 a night or more, against a median of $385. 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 $5,210 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, July brings the average listing about $13,500, against $2,490 in April, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Whitefish listings average 4.86 stars, and 52% 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 $8,390 a month, against $4,920 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Whitefish?
Whitefish listings were booked on 43% of the nights they were open over the past year, 2 percentage points below the Montana average (45%) and 2 points above the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy swings from 24% in April to 64% in July.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 3.4 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 74%+ of open nights, 34 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 58% or more, roughly four nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 40% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 22% or less, under two nights a week.
July is usually the busiest month in Whitefish, April the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average 40% 64% 23%
The 12-month rate of 43% 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 Whitefish?
The average nightly rate in Whitefish, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $502 over the past year, about 32% above the Montana average of $380 and about 50% above the U.S. average of $335. In a typical year, rates swing with the seasons, from about $380 in November to about $620 in July.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 3.4 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge $915+ a night, about 2.4 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge $580 or more, about $200 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about $385 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge $265 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
July rates run 63% above November's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average $473 $647 $341
The 12-month ADR of $502 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 Whitefish?
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 Whitefish it averaged $234 over the past year, from about $83 in a typical April to about $435 in a typical July.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $457+ per open night, about 2.5 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $291 or more, about $110 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $185 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $116 or less, about 63% of the median.
July RevPAR is about 5.2 times April's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average $208 $468 $80
The 12-month RevPAR of $234 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 Whitefish
Whitefish has two high seasons, February and June–September, which makes it a highly seasonal market. Business is slowest in April and May and slows again from October to December.
Average revenue by month in Whitefish
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average $6,320 $13,500 $2,490
Revenue by month in Whitefish in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Shoulder season | $5,820 |
| February | High season | $7,000 |
| March | Shoulder season | $5,870 |
| April | Low season | $2,490 |
| May | Low season | $4,010 |
| June | High season | $8,250 |
| July | High season | $13,500 |
| August | High season | $10,500 |
| September | High season | $7,300 |
| October | Low season | $3,380 |
| November | Low season | $2,510 |
| December | Low season | $5,220 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonJune–September | $9,870 | 56% | $547 |
| High seasonFebruary | $7,000 | 45% | $497 |
| Shoulder seasonJanuary, March | $5,840 | 36% | $467 |
| Low seasonApril–May, October–December | $3,520 | 29% | $411 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Whitefish?
Guests book Whitefish stays 83 days ahead on average (about two and a half months), so guests here plan well ahead. July stays are booked furthest out, about 110 days ahead, and November stays closest to arrival, about 41 days. A typical July booking is made in late March.
July stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average 74 days 110 days 40 days
The 12-month figure of 83 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 Whitefish
Fewer than 1% of the 1,042 active listings in Whitefish 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 Whitefish.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Whitefish
AirROI's area guide picks six Whitefish neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Downtown Whitefish, Whitefish Mountain Resort and Big Mountain. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown Whitefish | The vibrant heart of Whitefish, full of local shops, restaurants, and cafes. A prime location for guests wanting to experience the local culture and easy access to outdoor adventures. | Whitefish Mountain Resort, Whitefish Lake, Nature trails, Local breweries, Shopping and dining options |
| Whitefish Mountain Resort | Popular ski destination in winter and hiking area in summer. Attracts visitors year-round for outdoor activities, making it a prime spot for vacation rentals. | Skiing and snowboarding, Hiking trails, Zipline tours, Mountain biking, Adventure park |
| Big Mountain | Known for its stunning views and outdoor activities, Big Mountain attracts nature lovers and adventure seekers year-round, ideal for Airbnb hosting. | Lone Pine State Park, Beautiful hiking trails, Mountain biking, Scenic views of Flathead Valley |
| Whitefish Lake | A serene area that offers water activities and relaxation. Guests can enjoy swimming, fishing, and boating, making it a sought-after rental location in summer. | Swimming beaches, Boating and kayaking, Fishing opportunities, Picnic areas |
| The Glacier Area | Located near Glacier National Park, this area draws visitors looking to explore the park's natural beauty and wildlife, ideal for nature and adventure enthusiasts. | Glacier National Park, St. Mary Lake, Wildlife viewing, Hiking trails |
| Lake Blanc | A hidden gem for those seeking tranquility and stunning scenery. This area attracts visitors seeking a peaceful getaway in nature. | Hiking trails, Scenic lake views, Fishing, Wildflower viewing |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Whitefish Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Almost every Airbnb in Whitefish is an entire home: 99% of listings, with private rooms at 1%. Houses are the most common property type at 49%, ahead of apartments and condos (40%).
Nearly all listings rent the whole place
Whitefish Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 99%
- Private room 1%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 98.6% | 1,027 |
| Private room | 1.4% | 15 |
Listings by property type
Whitefish Airbnb listings by property type
- House 49%
- Apartment/Condo 40%
- Cabin/Outdoor 7%
- Hotel/Boutique 2%
- Others 1%
- Unique stay <1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 49.2% | 513 |
| Apartment/Condo | 40.1% | 418 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 6.5% | 68 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 2.5% | 26 |
| Others | 1.3% | 14 |
| Unique stay | 0.3% | 3 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Whitefish Have?
Most Whitefish homes are built for groups: 51% of entire homes have three or more bedrooms, though two- and three-bedroom homes are the most common single sizes (27% each).
Whitefish entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms
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Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 1.8% | 18 |
| 1 bedroom | 20.4% | 207 |
| 2 bedrooms | 27.0% | 274 |
| 3 bedrooms | 27.5% | 279 |
| 4 bedrooms | 15.3% | 155 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 8.2% | 83 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Whitefish
A typical studio in Whitefish earned $24,600 over the past year, against $146,000 for a home with five or more bedrooms.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 18 | $24,600 | $25,400 | $248 | 44% |
| 1 bedroom | 207 | $26,100 | $28,700 | $268 | 44% |
| 2 bedrooms | 274 | $43,900 | $45,100 | $376 | 42% |
| 3 bedrooms | 279 | $51,900 | $56,000 | $476 | 42% |
| 4 bedrooms | 155 | $75,900 | $86,400 | $734 | 42% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 83 | $146,000 | $155,000 | $1,272 | 42% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Whitefish Sleep?
Whitefish is a group-trip market: 40% of listings sleep eight or more guests, about 1.7 times the share of the next most common size, six guests (24%).
Whitefish listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
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Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | 0.1% | 1 |
| 2 guests | 5.6% | 58 |
| 3 guests | 2.5% | 26 |
| 4 guests | 17.9% | 185 |
| 5 guests | 5.1% | 53 |
| 6 guests | 24.0% | 248 |
| 7 guests | 4.5% | 47 |
| 8+ guests | 40.2% | 415 |
How Whitefish Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Whitefish hosts set up an average of 4.2 beds per listing. Only 45% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 37
- Beds per listing
- 4.2
- Show exact location
- 45%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Whitefish Offer?
Fireplaces are common in Whitefish: 71% of listings have one, and 58% have a hot tub.
Share of Whitefish listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Whitefish
Listings in Whitefish with a ping pong table earned about 2.2 times as much a year, on average, as those without: $126,000 against $56,600. Listings with life-size games show about the same gap. The gap is smaller for a children's playroom (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 Whitefish 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ping pong table | 3% | $126,000 | $56,600 | +123% |
| Life size games | 1.0% | $126,000 | $58,400 | +116% |
| Children's playroom | 3% | $121,000 | $57,200 | +111% |
| Arcade games | 2% | $121,000 | $57,700 | +109% |
| Game console | 2% | $107,000 | $57,800 | +85% |
| Hot tub | 58% | $72,700 | $40,500 | +80% |
| Pool table | 3% | $101,000 | $57,600 | +75% |
| Sound system | 10% | $93,200 | $55,400 | +68% |
| Outdoor kitchen | 1% | $97,200 | $58,500 | +66% |
| Indoor fireplace | 71% | $66,000 | $42,300 | +56% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Whitefish?
Whitefish draws mostly domestic guests: 94% of those who left reviews live in the United States. No single city dominates: Seattle is the largest source, at about 2% of reviews. Of the 6% from abroad, most come from Canada and Australia.
94% of Whitefish guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 94%
- International 6%
Where Whitefish guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Seattle | 2.1% |
| Missoula | 1.8% |
| New York | 1.6% |
| Portland | 1.5% |
| Chicago | 1.3% |
Where Whitefish guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 93.9% |
| Canada | 4.0% |
| Australia | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | 0.4% |
Languages spoken by Whitefish guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 77.1% |
| Spanish | 9.9% |
| French | 3.0% |
| German | 2.3% |
| Hindi | 1.1% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Whitefish?
Whitefish Airbnbs average 4.86 stars, and 52% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.74, against 4.92 for location.
Location scores highest in Whitefish; 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 | 4.88 |
| Cleanliness | 4.87 |
| Communication | 4.90 |
| Location | 4.92 |
| Check-in | 4.90 |
| Value | 4.74 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Whitefish: Stays, Rules and Fees
86% of Whitefish 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 91 to 180 days a year, covering 43% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Whitefish listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 44%
- 181-270 days 42%
- 91-180 days 13%
- 31-90 days <1%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 44.2% | 461 |
| 181-270 days | 42.2% | 440 |
| 91-180 days | 13.1% | 136 |
| 31-90 days | 0.5% | 5 |
Days a year Whitefish listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days <1%
- 181-270 days 14%
- 91-180 days 43%
- 31-90 days 29%
- 1-30 days 13%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 0.6% | 6 |
| 181-270 days | 14.0% | 146 |
| 91-180 days | 43.5% | 453 |
| 31-90 days | 29.1% | 303 |
| 1-30 days | 12.9% | 134 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Whitefish?
The average Whitefish booking lasts 5.1 nights, longest in May and shortest in October. Listings took about 22 bookings each over the year, some 22,500 in all. 87% of 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 Whitefish
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 4.7 nights 5.4 nights 4.1 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Whitefish Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
Nearly six in ten listings in Whitefish accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Whitefish 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 Whitefish?
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Whitefish, used by 40% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: more than eight in ten listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 12% on Flexible or Moderate.
Cancellation policies of Whitefish listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Whitefish?
Nearly all Whitefish listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is $270, and some higher fees lift the average to $411. Spread over the average stay of 5.1 nights, that adds roughly $55 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 12% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- $270
- Average cleaning fee
- $411
- Listings charging a fee
- 96.7%
- Share of gross revenue
- 11.8%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Whitefish
The top-grossing Airbnb in Whitefish, a five-bedroom home, took in $406,000 over the past year, about 6.9 times the city's average of $59,000. All six listings below have five or more bedrooms, so the top of this market belongs to large homes.
Luxury Lodge · Dual Hot Tubs, Saunas & Theater Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 5.00 
Grand Alpine Lodge, Ski Access, Hot Tub, Sleeps 20 Entire home · 7 bedrooms Rated 4.82 - Revenue
- $392,720
- Occupancy
- 50.4%
- Daily rate
- $1,850
Ski-in/Ski-Out with Private Hot Tub Entire home · 7 bedrooms Rated 4.69 - Revenue
- $311,051
- Occupancy
- 62.1%
- Daily rate
- $1,292
Whitefish Mtn Resort Ski-In/out Luxury Retreat! Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- $288,996
- Occupancy
- 43.0%
- Daily rate
- $2,380
Luxury Home | Ski In / Ski Out | 5 Bed / 4 Bath Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- $286,934
- Occupancy
- 59.6%
- Daily rate
- $1,562
River Meadow Ranch | Riverfront Entire home · 10 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- $284,559
- Occupancy
- 54.8%
- Daily rate
- $2,132
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Whitefish?
Natural Retreats is the top-grossing host in Whitefish, with $5.61 million in bookings across 76 listings over the past year. The market is concentrated: the ten top-grossing hosts run 43% of its 1,042 listings. Per listing, a smaller operator earns more: Stay In Whitefish grossed $190,000 per listing, about 2.6 times Natural Retreats' $73,900.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Natural Retreats | 76 | $5,613,054 | $73,856 | 4.77/5 | |
| Glacier | 55 | $5,358,366 | $97,425 | 4.92/5 | |
| Matthew | 47 | $4,385,820 | $93,315 | 4.90/5 | |
| 4 | Stumptown | 80 | $4,001,510 | $50,019 | 4.84/5 |
| 5 | Stay Montana | 42 | $2,217,022 | $52,786 | 4.76/5 |
| 6 | Stay In Whitefish | 10 | $1,899,399 | $189,940 | 5.00/5 |
| 7 | Montana Home Vacations By Stay… | 21 | $1,635,077 | $77,861 | 4.90/5 |
| 8 | I Love Whitefish By Stay Monta… | 22 | $1,624,600 | $73,845 | 4.71/5 |
| 9 | Crystal | 27 | $1,445,057 | $53,521 | 4.85/5 |
| 10 | Whitefish Mountain | 72 | $1,442,558 | $20,036 | 4.61/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Whitefish?
Professional management companies run 53% of Whitefish listings. Eight in ten listings are run by Superhosts, so a strong review record is the norm here rather than an edge. 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
- 79.8%
- Professional management
- 53.5%
- Cohosted listings
- 13.6%
- Instant Book enabled
- 58.4%
- Simplified Pricing
- 94.1%
Largest Airbnb Management Companies in Whitefish
11 management companies run five or more active Airbnb listings in Whitefish, and companies run 48% of its Airbnb homes. Stumptown is the largest, with 80 listings and an average guest rating of 4.82; the next largest are Natural Retreats, Glacier, Stay Montana and Lakeshore Rentals. Among the five largest, Glacier's homes rate highest, at 4.92.
The five largest run 27% of Whitefish's Airbnb homes
Share of Whitefish's Airbnb homes each company runs as host or co-host
- Stumptown 7% · 80
- Natural Retreats 7% · 75
- Glacier 5% · 57
- Stay Montana 4% · 42
- Lakeshore Rentals 3% · 33
- All other listings 73%
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 Montana, ranked by homes, guest rating and growth.
Nearby markets
Whitefish vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Whitefish earns about as much per listing as West Glacier, the top earner of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 47 km.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia Falls 15 km | 613 | $39,714 | $345 | 51% |
| Hungry Horse 22 km | 112 | $42,779 | $318 | 51% |
| Coram 23 km | 139 | $40,771 | $271 | 51% |
| Martin City 24 km | 54 | $44,429 | $329 | 57% |
| Kalispell 26 km | 517 | $37,873 | $322 | 47% |
| West Glacier 28 km | 96 | $61,942 | $447 | 60% |
| Somers 41 km | 80 | $45,843 | $473 | 45% |
| Lakeside 47 km | 128 | $47,702 | $431 | 45% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Montana
- Big Sky Airbnb data 1,068 listings
- Bozeman Airbnb data 738 listings
- Missoula Airbnb data 557 listings
- Billings Airbnb data 469 listings
- Livingston Airbnb data 347 listings
- West Yellowstone Airbnb data 332 listings
- Bigfork Airbnb data 322 listings
- Helena Airbnb data 275 listings
See all 85 Montana Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Whitefish
Markets elsewhere in the United States with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Whitefish:
- Asbury Park Airbnb data NJ · $497/night · 42.5%
- Egg Harbor Airbnb data WI · $496/night · 42.3%
- Southern Shores Airbnb data NC · $498/night · 43.0%
- Oxnard Airbnb data CA · $512/night · 42.2%
- Stafford Township Airbnb data NJ · $511/night · 42.2%
- McGaheysville Airbnb data VA · $490/night · 42.1%
FAQ
Whitefish Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Whitefish?
An active Whitefish Airbnb grossed $59,030 on average in the 12 months to October 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 1,042 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $8,650 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Whitefish?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Whitefish listings earn between $2,750 and $8,650 in a typical month, and the top tenth $14,400 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 Whitefish?
Listings in Whitefish were booked on 43% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 45% for the Montana average. July is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Whitefish?
The average booked night in Whitefish cost $502 before fees. Half of listings charge between $265 and $580, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Whitefish?
Fewer than 1% of active Whitefish 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 Whitefish?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Whitefish Airbnb grossed $59,030 in the 12 months to October 2026, 36% above the Montana average of $43,340. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, $36,560 a year (about $3,050 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 $5,250 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Whitefish?
July usually pays best, averaging $13,500 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 Whitefish?
Each night a Whitefish listing was open to book earned $234 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 $457 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Whitefish?
Whitefish stays were booked 83 days (about two 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 Whitefish?
The average Whitefish Airbnb stay lasted 5.1 nights over the past year. A listing took 22 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Whitefish rated?
Guests rate Whitefish Airbnbs 4.86 out of 5 on average. Guests score location highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Whitefish?
Downtown Whitefish, Whitefish Mountain Resort and Big Mountain draw the most short-term rental interest in Whitefish. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Whitefish?
AirROI counted 1,042 active Airbnb listings in Whitefish as of October 2026. The closest tracked market is Columbia Falls, 15 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Whitefish?
In Whitefish, nearly all listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is $270, and some higher fees lift the average to $411.
How many tourists visit Whitefish, MT?
All of the United States had 72.4 million international tourist arrivals in 2024, UN Tourism reports, via Our World in Data. AirROI estimates 22,488 Airbnb stays in Whitefish, MT in the 12 months to October 2026, which counts bookings and not tourists. See Montana tourism statistics.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 1,042 active Airbnb listings in Whitefish from November 2025 to October 2026 (trailing twelve months). AirROI refreshes them monthly from listing-level booking and calendar data covering 20+ million properties worldwide. Money figures are in U.S. dollars. Annual revenue averages every listing active during the period, including those listed for only part of it; monthly figures average the listings active in each month; the tier lists show the spread. Neighborhood descriptions are AI-assisted. See the methodology for definitions.
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