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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Nags Head, NC Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Nags Head brought in $50,174 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 56% more than the North Carolina average of $32,258.
The short answer
Nags Head Airbnb Market at a Glance
Rates in Nags Head run ahead of the North Carolina average, with bookings close to it. Listings averaged $483 a night and were booked on 39% of available nights, against $305 and 39% for the North Carolina average.
Timing matters: in July, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 7.3 times as much as in January, usually the slowest.
With 921 active listings, Nags Head is the 11th-largest of 298 North Carolina markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 6% while the number of active listings grew 20%.
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Revenue
How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Nags Head?
Gross bookings per Nags Head listing averaged $50,174 over the 12 months to September 2026 (North Carolina average: $32,258), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Nags Head listing brings in $15,300 in July, its best month, and $2,100 in January, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 53% 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 3.3 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $13,600+ a month, about 2.8 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $8,320 or more, roughly $3,500 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $4,800 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $2,500 or less, about half 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 7.3 times what January does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $6,220 $16,200 $1,930
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.
Nags Head Airbnb Data by Month
Latest 12 months in the September 2026 data. September's figures are still coming in, so the rows run to August.
July 2026 led on revenue, nightly rate and bookings alike.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | $6,150 | 45.8% | $451 | $205 | 87 days | 4.5 nights |
| Oct 2025 | $4,192 | 37.3% | $393 | $135 | 71 days | 4 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $3,339 | 30.4% | $382 | $111 | 81 days | 4.2 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $3,001 | 25.2% | $394 | $97 | 56 days | 4.7 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $2,270 | 19.2% | $394 | $73 | 38 days | 4.8 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $2,539 | 24.4% | $388 | $91 | 30 days | 5.1 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $3,304 | 28.6% | $384 | $107 | 40 days | 4.8 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $4,794 | 39.7% | $401 | $160 | 62 days | 5 nights |
| May 2026 | $7,578 | 43.1% | $521 | $244 | 81 days | 5 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $13,920 | 62.9% | $680 | $464 | 109 days | 6.3 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $16,205 | 64.0% | $711 | $523 | 115 days | 6.7 nights |
| Aug 2026 | $11,066 | 58.0% | $624 | $357 | 94 days | 5.2 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 Nags Head address, run it through the Airbnb estimator.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Nags Head Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Nags Head Airbnb took in $50,174 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $2,590 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 $4,530 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $6,160 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $3,100 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $2,220 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.
Nags Head Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | $44,014 | $76,310 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay12% of Nags Head bookings | $6,160 | $10,680 |
| Gross bookings | $50,174 | $86,990 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 14%: 15.5% for the 91% of Nags Head listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$7,210 | −$12,500 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$6,160 | −$10,680 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$2,510 | −$4,350 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$1,000 | −$1,740 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$1,510 | −$2,610 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −$500 | −$500 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −$250 | −$250 |
| 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 | −$19,140 | −$32,630 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $31,034about $2,590 a month | $54,360about $4,530 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Nags Head Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Nags Head'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 Nags Head 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 Nags Head's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Nags Head listings are booked on 56% or more of their nights, against 38% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of $390 adds about $3,890 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge $575 a night or more, against a median of $390. 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 $4,400 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, July brings the average listing about $15,300, against $2,100 in January, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Nags Head listings average 4.71 stars, and 34% 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 $7,250 a month, against $4,180 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Nags Head?
Nags Head listings were booked on 39% of the nights they were open over the past year, in line with the North Carolina average and 2 percentage points below the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy swings from 21% in January to 66% 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 72%+ of open nights, 34 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 56% or more, roughly four nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 38% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 21% or less, under two nights a week.
July is usually the busiest month in Nags Head, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 41% 68% 19%
The 12-month rate of 39% averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Nightly rates
How Much Does an Airbnb Cost per Night in Nags Head?
The average nightly rate in Nags Head, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $483 over the past year, about 58% above the North Carolina average of $305 and about 51% above the U.S. average of $320. In a typical year, rates swing with the seasons, from about $345 in November to about $675 in July.
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 $840+ a night, about 2.2 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge $575 or more, about $190 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about $390 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge $280 or less, about three-quarters of the median.
July rates run 97% above November's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $451 $711 $306
The 12-month ADR of $483 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 Nags Head?
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 Nags Head it averaged $222 over the past year, from about $68 in a typical January to about $493 in a typical July.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $443+ per open night, about 2.6 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $286 or more, about $110 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $172 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $101 or less, about 59% of the median.
July RevPAR is about 7.3 times January's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $204 $523 $62
The 12-month RevPAR of $222 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 Nags Head
Nags Head has one high season, May through August, which makes it a highly seasonal market. Business is slowest from October to April. A listing earns about 5.5 times as much a month in June through August as in December through February.
Average revenue by month in Nags Head
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average $6,220 $15,300 $2,100
Revenue by month in Nags Head in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | $2,100 |
| February | Low season | $2,330 |
| March | Low season | $3,280 |
| April | Low season | $4,750 |
| May | High season | $6,900 |
| June | High season | $12,900 |
| July | High season | $15,300 |
| August | High season | $11,300 |
| September | Shoulder season | $5,930 |
| October | Low season | $3,940 |
| November | Low season | $3,190 |
| December | Low season | $2,710 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonMay–August | $11,600 | 57% | $606 |
| Shoulder seasonSeptember | $5,930 | 48% | $413 |
| Low seasonOctober–April | $3,190 | 32% | $369 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Nags Head?
Guests book Nags Head stays 82 days ahead on average (about two and a half months), so guests here plan well ahead. July stays are booked furthest out, about 109 days ahead, and February stays closest to arrival, about 28 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, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 67 days 115 days 23 days
The 12-month figure of 82 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 Nags Head
None of the 921 active listings in Nags Head 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 Nags Head.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Nags Head
AirROI's area guide picks four Nags Head neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by South Nags Head, Nags Head Beach and Outer Banks Mall area. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| South Nags Head | A tranquil beach area known for its stunning views and proximity to the Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Ideal for families and those seeking a peaceful retreat by the ocean. | Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Jockey's Ridge State Park, Fishing Pier, Nags Head Woods Ecological Preserve, Lifeguarded beaches |
| Nags Head Beach | The central beach area offering easy access to restaurants, shops, and recreational activities. A vibrant location for vacationers looking for a lively beach experience. | Nags Head Fishing Pier, Nags Head Golf Links, Jockey's Ridge State Park, Local seafood restaurants, Water sports rental shops |
| Outer Banks Mall area | A commercial hub with easy access to various shops, dining options, and entertainment, making it attractive for families and groups. | Outer Banks Mall, Adventure Park, Mini-golf courses, Dining options, Shopping |
| Whalebone Junction | A convenient area where visitors can find a variety of stores and quick access to the beach. Ideal for those looking for convenience without sacrificing beach access. | Whalebone Junction shops, Waves of Wellness Spa, Fishing charters, Scenic views, Beach access |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Nags Head Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Almost every Airbnb in Nags Head is an entire home: 99% of listings, with private rooms at 1%. Houses account for 85% of the stock; apartments and condos come next at 12%.
Nearly all listings rent the whole place
Nags Head Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 99%
- Private room 1%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 98.7% | 909 |
| Private room | 1.3% | 12 |
Houses dominate the property mix
Nags Head Airbnb listings by property type
- House 85%
- Apartment/Condo 12%
- Others 2%
- Cabin/Outdoor <1%
- Unique stay <1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 84.8% | 781 |
| Apartment/Condo | 11.6% | 107 |
| Others | 2.4% | 22 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 0.8% | 7 |
| Unique stay | 0.4% | 4 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Nags Head Have?
Most Nags Head homes are built for groups: 81% of entire homes have three or more bedrooms, and five-plus-bedroom homes are the most common size (30%).
Nags Head entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms
1%
8%
11%
25%
26%
30%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 0.6% | 5 |
| 1 bedroom | 7.5% | 67 |
| 2 bedrooms | 11.3% | 101 |
| 3 bedrooms | 24.6% | 220 |
| 4 bedrooms | 26.2% | 234 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 29.8% | 266 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Nags Head
A typical one-bedroom home in Nags Head earned $23,800 over the past year, against $59,000 for a home with five or more bedrooms.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 67 | $23,800 | $30,700 | $248 | 46% |
| 2 bedrooms | 101 | $31,700 | $34,500 | $304 | 41% |
| 3 bedrooms | 220 | $31,600 | $37,400 | $356 | 39% |
| 4 bedrooms | 234 | $35,800 | $46,800 | $447 | 39% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 266 | $59,000 | $79,400 | $787 | 38% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Nags Head Sleep?
Nags Head is a group-trip market: 61% of listings sleep eight or more guests, about 3.4 times the share of the next most common size, six guests (18%).
Nags Head listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
7%
1%
8%
2%
18%
3%
61%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 7.4% | 68 |
| 3 guests | 1.0% | 9 |
| 4 guests | 8.2% | 75 |
| 5 guests | 2.1% | 19 |
| 6 guests | 17.7% | 162 |
| 7 guests | 2.5% | 23 |
| 8+ guests | 61.1% | 558 |
How Nags Head Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Nags Head hosts set up an average of 5.8 beds per listing. 56% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 24
- Beds per listing
- 5.8
- Show exact location
- 56%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Nags Head Offer?
Free on-site parking is close to standard in Nags Head: 98% of listings offer it.
Share of Nags Head listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Nags Head
Listings in Nags Head with a home movie theater earned about 3.4 times as much a year, on average, as those without: $166,000 against $48,600. The gap is smaller for arcade games (about 2.3 times as much) and a pool view (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 Nags Head 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Movie theater | 1% | $166,000 | $48,600 | +240% |
| Arcade games | 4% | $108,000 | $47,700 | +126% |
| Pool view | 4% | $103,000 | $48,200 | +113% |
| Game console | 2% | $104,000 | $48,900 | +112% |
| Hot tub | 38% | $72,900 | $36,200 | +102% |
| Life size games | 2% | $97,500 | $49,400 | +97% |
| Ping pong table | 5% | $94,100 | $47,700 | +97% |
| Sun loungers | 14% | $81,900 | $44,900 | +83% |
| Pool table | 15% | $80,900 | $44,600 | +81% |
| Sound system | 6% | $84,900 | $48,100 | +76% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Nags Head?
Nags Head draws mostly domestic guests: 98% of those who left reviews live in the United States. No single city dominates: Richmond is the largest source, at about 4% of reviews.
98% of Nags Head guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 98%
- International 2%
Where Nags Head guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Richmond | 4.3% |
| Raleigh | 3.0% |
| Washington | 2.6% |
| Virginia Beach | 1.9% |
| Durham | 1.3% |
Where Nags Head guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 98.2% |
| Germany | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | 0.2% |
| France | 0.2% |
Languages spoken by Nags Head guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 79.4% |
| Spanish | 8.0% |
| French | 3.2% |
| German | 2.4% |
| Hindi | 1.0% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Nags Head?
Nags Head Airbnbs average 4.71 stars, and 34% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.62, against 4.89 for location and check-in.
Location and check-in score highest in Nags Head; 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 | 4.77 |
| Cleanliness | 4.63 |
| Communication | 4.81 |
| Location | 4.89 |
| Check-in | 4.89 |
| Value | 4.62 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Nags Head: Stays, Rules and Fees
Nearly nine in ten Nags Head listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 12% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 91 to 180 days a year, covering 36% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Nags Head listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 54%
- 181-270 days 34%
- 91-180 days 11%
- 31-90 days <1%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 54.2% | 499 |
| 181-270 days | 34.4% | 317 |
| 91-180 days | 10.5% | 97 |
| 31-90 days | 0.9% | 8 |
Days a year Nags Head listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 1%
- 181-270 days 11%
- 91-180 days 36%
- 31-90 days 32%
- 1-30 days 20%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 1.1% | 10 |
| 181-270 days | 11.1% | 102 |
| 91-180 days | 35.8% | 330 |
| 31-90 days | 31.9% | 294 |
| 1-30 days | 20.1% | 185 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Nags Head?
The average Nags Head booking lasts 5.4 nights, longest in July and shortest in October. Listings took about 18 bookings each over the year, some 16,100 in all. About three-quarters 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 Nags Head
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 4.7 nights 6.4 nights 3.5 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Nags Head Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
43% of listings in Nags Head accept stays of one or two nights; the most common minimum is three nights.
Minimum stay set by Nags Head 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 Nags Head?
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Nags Head, used by 34% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: about nine in ten listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 8% on Flexible or Moderate.
Cancellation policies of Nags Head listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Nags Head?
Nearly all Nags Head listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is $344, and some higher fees lift the average to $510. Spread over the average stay of 5.4 nights, that adds roughly $65 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 12% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- $344
- Average cleaning fee
- $510
- Listings charging a fee
- 95.7%
- Share of gross revenue
- 12.3%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Nags Head
The top-grossing Airbnb in Nags Head, a nine-bedroom home, took in $402,000 over the past year, about 8 times the city's average of $50,200. All six listings below have five or more bedrooms, so the top of this market belongs to large homes.
Sweet Carolina Oceanfront + Pet Friendly + Pool Entire home · 9 bedrooms Rated 4.41 
Nags Head Oceanfront 8BR | Pool, Spa, Elevator Entire home · 9 bedrooms Rated 4.76 - Revenue
- $370,811
- Occupancy
- 54.2%
- Daily rate
- $1,799
Queen Elizabeth - Oceanfront + Private Heated Pool Entire home · 8 bedrooms Rated 4.61 - Revenue
- $339,645
- Occupancy
- 57.3%
- Daily rate
- $1,505
Oceanfront + Close to It All | Pool, Slide Hottub Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.81 - Revenue
- $321,206
- Occupancy
- 66.1%
- Daily rate
- $1,163
Wright Play - Oceanfront +Pets Stay Free + Pool Entire home · 8 bedrooms Rated 4.51 - Revenue
- $311,967
- Occupancy
- 54.8%
- Daily rate
- $1,270
Go Your Own Wave: Oceanfront, Pool, Spa, Elevator Entire home · 8 bedrooms Rated 4.86 - Revenue
- $305,236
- Occupancy
- 40.2%
- Daily rate
- $1,483
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Nags Head?
Village Realty is the top-grossing host in Nags Head, with $11.1 million in bookings across 228 listings over the past year. The market is concentrated: the ten top-grossing hosts run 54% of its 921 listings. Per listing, a smaller operator earns more: James grossed $92,900 per listing, 91% more than Village Realty's $48,600.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Village Realty | 228 | $11,077,922 | $48,587 | 4.53/5 | |
| Kees Vacations | 56 | $2,851,279 | $50,916 | 4.28/5 | |
| Seaside Vacations | 87 | $2,582,003 | $29,678 | 4.49/5 | |
| 4 | Resort Realty | 48 | $2,063,574 | $42,991 | 4.68/5 |
| 5 | Coastal Carolina Vacations | 42 | $1,413,541 | $33,656 | 4.73/5 |
| 6 | Rentals On The Ocean | 12 | $950,821 | $79,235 | 4.80/5 |
| 7 | James | 8 | $743,048 | $92,881 | 4.73/5 |
| 8 | Travis | 8 | $721,811 | $90,226 | 4.98/5 |
| 9 | Manish | 2 | $633,081 | $316,541 | 4.73/5 |
| 10 | Leslie's Vacation Rentals | 6 | $509,553 | $84,926 | 4.83/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Nags Head?
Professional management companies run half of Nags Head listings. Superhosts run 38% of listings. 62% 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 91% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 38.3%
- Professional management
- 49.2%
- Cohosted listings
- 16.2%
- Instant Book enabled
- 62.1%
- Simplified Pricing
- 91.0%
Largest Airbnb Management Companies in Nags Head
6 management companies run five or more active Airbnb listings in Nags Head, and companies run 56% of its 921 active listings. Kees Vacations is the largest, with 56 listings; the next largest are Rentals On The Ocean, Vacasa, Outer Banks Resort Rentals and Leslie's Vacation Rentals. Among the five largest, Leslie's Vacation Rentals' homes rate highest, at 4.83.
The five largest run 10% of Nags Head's listings
Share of Nags Head's 921 active Airbnb listings each company runs as host or co-host
- Kees Vacations 6% · 56
- Rentals On The Ocean 1% · 12
- Vacasa 1% · 10
- Outer Banks Resort Rentals <1% · 9
- Leslie's Vacation Rentals <1% · 6
- All other listings 90%
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 North Carolina, with a profile of each.
Nearby markets
Nags Head vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 43 km, Southern Shores (24 km away) earned the most per listing, about 8% more than Nags Head.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manteo 6 km | 185 | $30,731 | $300 | 35% |
| Kill Devil Hills 11 km | 1,262 | $39,180 | $344 | 42% |
| Colington 12 km | 64 | $25,605 | $301 | 35% |
| Kitty Hawk 19 km | 445 | $45,333 | $385 | 43% |
| Southern Shores 24 km | 168 | $54,201 | $487 | 44% |
| Duck 30 km | 292 | $52,552 | $497 | 40% |
| Rodanthe 42 km | 197 | $50,199 | $455 | 41% |
| Waves 43 km | 72 | $37,827 | $420 | 39% |
Other Airbnb Markets in North Carolina
- Charlotte Airbnb data 3,535 listings
- Asheville Airbnb data 1,833 listings
- Raleigh Airbnb data 1,708 listings
- Carolina Beach Airbnb data 1,698 listings
- Oak Island Airbnb data 1,643 listings
- Wilmington Airbnb data 1,606 listings
- Durham Airbnb data 1,178 listings
- Bryson City Airbnb data 976 listings
See all 298 North Carolina Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Nags Head
Markets elsewhere in the United States with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Nags Head:
- Destin Airbnb data FL · $481/night · 38.8%
- Falmouth Airbnb data MA · $476/night · 38.7%
- Sagle Airbnb data ID · $478/night · 38.6%
- Sandwich Airbnb data MA · $467/night · 39.2%
- Middle Township Airbnb data NJ · $470/night · 39.4%
- Escambia County Airbnb data FL · $468/night · 39.4%
FAQ
Nags Head Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Nags Head?
An active Nags Head Airbnb grossed $50,174 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 921 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $8,320 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Nags Head?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Nags Head listings earn between $2,500 and $8,320 in a typical month, and the top tenth $13,600 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 Nags Head?
Listings in Nags Head were booked on 39% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 39% for the North Carolina average. July is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Nags Head?
The average booked night in Nags Head cost $483 before fees. Half of listings charge between $280 and $575, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Nags Head?
None of the active Nags Head 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 Nags Head?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Nags Head Airbnb grossed $50,174 in the 12 months to September 2026, 56% above the North Carolina average of $32,258. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, $31,034 a year (about $2,590 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 $4,530 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Nags Head?
July usually pays best, averaging $15,300 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 Nags Head?
Each night a Nags Head listing was open to book earned $222 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 $443 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Nags Head?
Nags Head stays were booked 82 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 Nags Head?
The average Nags Head Airbnb stay lasted 5.4 nights over the past year. A listing took 18 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Nags Head rated?
Guests rate Nags Head Airbnbs 4.71 out of 5 on average. Guests score location highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Nags Head?
South Nags Head, Nags Head Beach and Outer Banks Mall area draw the most short-term rental interest in Nags Head. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Nags Head?
AirROI counted 921 active Airbnb listings in Nags Head as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Manteo, 6 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Nags Head?
In Nags Head, nearly all listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is $344, and some higher fees lift the average to $510.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 921 active Airbnb listings in Nags Head 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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