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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Pittsburgh, PA Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Pittsburgh brought in $28,308 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 14% less than the Pennsylvania average of $32,741.
The short answer
Pittsburgh Airbnb Market at a Glance
Pittsburgh is cheaper but busier than the Pennsylvania average. Listings averaged $223 a night and were booked on 42% of available nights, against $295 and 39% for the Pennsylvania average.
Timing matters: in June, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 2.2 times as much as in February, usually the slowest.
With 2,385 active listings, Pittsburgh is the second-largest of 252 Pennsylvania markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 14% while the number of active listings grew 34%.
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Revenue
How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Pittsburgh?
Gross bookings per Pittsburgh listing averaged $28,308 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Pennsylvania average: $32,741), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Pittsburgh listing brings in $3,910 in June, its best month, and $1,740 in February, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 32% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
In a typical month, a top-quarter listing earns at least 3.3 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $6,470+ a month, about 2.6 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $4,260 or more, roughly $1,800 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $2,480 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $1,280 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.
June earns about 2.2 times what February does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $2,920 $3,990 $1,600
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.
Pittsburgh 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.
October 2025 led on revenue. Nightly rates peaked in April 2026 and bookings in August 2026, so the best-paying month is not always the busiest or the priciest. Across the past two years, June is usually the strongest month.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | $3,018 | 46.7% | $205 | $101 | 39 days | 4.5 nights |
| Oct 2025 | $3,917 | 48.7% | $227 | $126 | 52 days | 3.9 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $3,492 | 47.1% | $215 | $116 | 51 days | 4.2 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $2,654 | 41.0% | $198 | $86 | 33 days | 4.3 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $2,012 | 38.4% | $174 | $65 | 21 days | 5.7 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $1,876 | 38.3% | $176 | $67 | 20 days | 4.8 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $2,506 | 44.0% | $181 | $81 | 27 days | 5.3 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $3,702 | 41.1% | $287 | $123 | 66 days | 3.7 nights |
| May 2026 | $3,907 | 47.5% | $244 | $126 | 50 days | 4.2 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $3,822 | 48.9% | $234 | $127 | 47 days | 4.4 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $3,868 | 45.8% | $227 | $125 | 50 days | 4.7 nights |
| Aug 2026 | $3,724 | 49.0% | $225 | $120 | 44 days | 4.1 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.
The typical Pittsburgh listing earns about $2,480 a month, but one property can land well above or below that. The Airbnb calculator gives a range for a specific address, built from the comparable listings around it.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Pittsburgh Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Pittsburgh Airbnb took in $28,308 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $1,520 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 $2,640 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $2,980 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $1,770 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $1,310 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.
Pittsburgh Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | $25,328 | $43,550 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay11% of Pittsburgh bookings | $2,980 | $5,130 |
| Gross bookings | $28,308 | $48,680 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 14%: 15.5% for the 85% of Pittsburgh listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$3,860 | −$6,630 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$2,980 | −$5,130 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$1,420 | −$2,430 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$570 | −$970 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$850 | −$1,460 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −$280 | −$280 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required: see Pittsburgh's Airbnb rules | −$140 | −$140 |
| 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 25% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −$10,100 | −$17,040 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $18,208about $1,520 a month | $31,640about $2,640 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Pittsburgh Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Pittsburgh'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 Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Pittsburgh listings are booked on 64% or more of their nights, against 44% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of $175 adds about $1,770 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge $270 a night or more, against a median of $175. That is a separate ranking from the busiest quarter, so the two marks don't multiply into one listing's takings. For the average listing, a 10% higher rate on the nights it already books adds about $2,530 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, June brings the average listing about $3,910, against $1,740 in February, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Pittsburgh listings average 4.78 stars, and 42% 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 $4,060 a month, against $2,360 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Pittsburgh?
Pittsburgh listings were booked on 42% of the nights they were open over the past year, 3 percentage points above the Pennsylvania average (39%) and in line with the U.S. average. In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 52% in August and falls to 39% in January.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 3.3 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 80%+ of open nights, 36 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 64% or more, roughly four nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 44% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 24% or less, under two nights a week.
August is usually the busiest month in Pittsburgh, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 46% 55% 38%
The 12-month rate of 42% 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 Pittsburgh?
The average nightly rate in Pittsburgh, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $223 over the past year, about 24% below the Pennsylvania average of $295 and about 30% below the U.S. average of $320. In a typical year, rates peak in April and June at about $230 and bottom out in January and February at about $170.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 3.5 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge $400+ a night, about 2.3 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge $270 or more, about $95 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about $175 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge $115 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
April rates run 37% above February's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $196 $287 $155
The 12-month ADR of $223 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 Pittsburgh?
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 Pittsburgh it averaged $96 over the past year, from about $60 in a typical January to about $130 in a typical June.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $186+ per open night, about 2.4 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $128 or more, about $50 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $78 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $45 or less, about 58% of the median.
June RevPAR is about 2.2 times January's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $96 $133 $54
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh has two high seasons, May–August and October, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest from December to March. A listing earns about 80% more a month in June through August than in December through February.
Average revenue by month in Pittsburgh
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average $2,920 $3,910 $1,740
Revenue by month in Pittsburgh in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | $1,850 |
| February | Low season | $1,740 |
| March | Low season | $2,240 |
| April | Shoulder season | $2,980 |
| May | High season | $3,500 |
| June | High season | $3,910 |
| July | High season | $3,600 |
| August | High season | $3,540 |
| September | Shoulder season | $2,730 |
| October | High season | $3,430 |
| November | Shoulder season | $3,000 |
| December | Low season | $2,560 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonMay–August, October | $3,600 | 50% | $213 |
| Shoulder seasonApril, September, November | $2,900 | 46% | $199 |
| Low seasonDecember–March | $2,100 | 42% | $173 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Pittsburgh?
Guests book Pittsburgh stays 45 days ahead on average (about six weeks). May stays are booked furthest out, about 52 days ahead, and January stays closest to arrival, about 20 days. A typical May booking is made in late March.
May stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 40 days 66 days 20 days
The 12-month figure of 45 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 Pittsburgh
Airbnb is legal in Pittsburgh: the city rental permit ($16 registration) is voluntary until further notice, guests pay 14% hotel tax that Airbnb collects, and Council Bill 2026-0009 would add zoning limits but has not passed.
Fewer than 1% of the 2,385 active listings in Pittsburgh 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.
The permit, operating limits and taxes on a stay are set out in the Pittsburgh Airbnb regulations, each rule linked to its official source and checked October 2026.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Pittsburgh
AirROI's area guide picks eight Pittsburgh neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Strip District, Lawrenceville and North Shore. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Strip District | A vibrant neighborhood known for its food markets, restaurants, and cultural diversity. It attracts both locals and tourists looking for unique dining experiences and local goods. | Pittsburgh Public Market, La Prima Espresso, Allegheny Riverfront Park, Strip District History, Carnegie Science Center |
| Lawrenceville | A trendy and rapidly growing neighborhood filled with boutiques, bars, and restaurants. It's popular with young professionals and families, making it an ideal location for Airbnb hosts. | Butler Street shops, Pittsburgh Glass Center, Lawrenceville Historic District, Allegheny Cemetery, Point Breeze |
| North Shore | Home to many of Pittsburgh's major attractions including sports venues and museums. A great spot for tourists looking to explore the cultural and entertainment options in the city. | PNC Park, Heinz Field, The Andy Warhol Museum, Carnegie Science Center, RiverWalk |
| South Side | Known for its vibrant nightlife and historic architecture. The area is popular with college students and young adults looking for fun and entertainment. | Carson Street bars, South Side Works, St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral, South Side Market House, Duquesne Incline |
| Mount Washington | Famous for its stunning panoramic views of downtown Pittsburgh. A sought-after area for tourists looking for scenic overlooks and hiking trails. | Maggie McFlys, Grandview Park, Mount Washington Scenic Byway, The Incline, Point of View |
| Squirrel Hill | A diverse and friendly neighborhood with a strong sense of community. It is popular with families and provides a calm atmosphere close to city amenities. | Frick Park, Squirrel Hill Theater, Shadyside shopping district, Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium, Weekly Farmers Market |
| Oakland | The academic and cultural center of Pittsburgh, home to several universities and museums. This area attracts students and visitors year-round. | University of Pittsburgh, Carnegie Mellon University, Carnegie Museum of Art, Phipps Conservatory, Oakland's shopping areas |
| East Liberty | An up-and-coming neighborhood with a mix of historic charm and modern development. It is increasingly popular with young professionals and tech workers. | East Liberty Presbyterian Church, The Alloy Studios, Pittsburgh's Eastside, Sienna Mercato, The Tiny Church |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Pittsburgh Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Entire homes make up 83% of listings in Pittsburgh, but private rooms are a real segment: about one listing in six (17%) rents out a single room. Houses are the most common property type at 53%, ahead of apartments and condos (43%).
Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment
Pittsburgh Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 83%
- Private room 17%
- Shared room <1%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 82.5% | 1,968 |
| Private room | 17.4% | 415 |
| Shared room | 0.1% | 2 |
Listings by property type
Pittsburgh Airbnb listings by property type
- House 53%
- Apartment/Condo 43%
- Hotel/Boutique 2%
- Others 1%
- Unique stay <1%
- Cabin/Outdoor <1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 52.8% | 1,260 |
| Apartment/Condo | 43.4% | 1,035 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 2.3% | 56 |
| Others | 1.3% | 31 |
| Unique stay | 0.1% | 2 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 0.0% | 1 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Pittsburgh Have?
One-bedroom homes are the most common size in Pittsburgh (30% of entire homes), and 39% have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 1,950 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Pittsburgh entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
3%
30%
28%
23%
11%
5%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 3.0% | 59 |
| 1 bedroom | 29.9% | 582 |
| 2 bedrooms | 28.2% | 549 |
| 3 bedrooms | 22.7% | 441 |
| 4 bedrooms | 10.9% | 212 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 5.3% | 103 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Pittsburgh
A typical studio in Pittsburgh earned $23,700 over the past year, against $59,400 for a home with five or more bedrooms.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 59 | $23,700 | $24,300 | $135 | 52% |
| 1 bedroom | 582 | $20,100 | $23,200 | $169 | 46% |
| 2 bedrooms | 549 | $24,000 | $27,800 | $210 | 44% |
| 3 bedrooms | 441 | $30,700 | $35,400 | $286 | 40% |
| 4 bedrooms | 212 | $40,800 | $49,500 | $390 | 40% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 103 | $59,400 | $71,400 | $565 | 41% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Pittsburgh Sleep?
The most common capacity in Pittsburgh is eight or more guests (26% of listings), and 46% of listings sleep six or more. Shares are of the 2,040 listings with a guest capacity on file (86% of the market).
Pittsburgh listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
1%
17%
6%
22%
8%
17%
3%
26%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | 0.5% | 11 |
| 2 guests | 16.8% | 343 |
| 3 guests | 6.4% | 130 |
| 4 guests | 22.3% | 456 |
| 5 guests | 7.6% | 156 |
| 6 guests | 17.1% | 349 |
| 7 guests | 3.4% | 70 |
| 8+ guests | 25.8% | 528 |
How Pittsburgh Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Pittsburgh hosts set up an average of 2.9 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. About a third of listings (34%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 12
- Beds per listing
- 2.9
- Show exact location
- 34%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Pittsburgh Offer?
Pittsburgh listings compete on the household basics: the ten most common amenities are staples led by wifi, air conditioning and heating, with no pool, hot tub or free on-site parking among them.
Share of Pittsburgh listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Pittsburgh
Listings in Pittsburgh with a home movie theater earned about 2.2 times as much a year, on average, as those without: $60,100 against $27,800. Listings with life-size games show about the same gap. The gap is smaller for an outdoor kitchen (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 Pittsburgh 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% | $60,100 | $27,800 | +116% |
| Life size games | 2% | $59,400 | $27,600 | +115% |
| Outdoor kitchen | 1% | $59,400 | $28,000 | +112% |
| Arcade games | 3% | $57,000 | $27,500 | +107% |
| Children's playroom | 2% | $54,700 | $27,700 | +98% |
| Ping pong table | 2% | $52,800 | $27,800 | +90% |
| Hot tub | 4% | $49,900 | $27,500 | +82% |
| Sauna | 0.8% | $48,900 | $28,200 | +74% |
| Game console | 3% | $46,900 | $27,800 | +69% |
| Sound system | 10% | $43,900 | $26,500 | +66% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Pittsburgh?
Pittsburgh draws mostly domestic guests: 95% of those who left reviews live in the United States. No single city dominates: New York is the largest source outside Pittsburgh, at about 3% of reviews. Of the 5% from abroad, the largest groups come from Canada and the United Kingdom. English is spoken by 70% of guests, and Spanish by 11%.
95% of Pittsburgh guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 95%
- International 5%
Where Pittsburgh guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Pittsburgh | 5.3% |
| New York | 3.4% |
| Philadelphia | 2.2% |
| Washington | 1.9% |
| Columbus | 1.5% |
Where Pittsburgh guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 94.6% |
| Canada | 1.7% |
| United Kingdom | 0.5% |
| Mexico | 0.4% |
Languages spoken by Pittsburgh guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 70.2% |
| Spanish | 11.1% |
| French | 4.6% |
| German | 2.1% |
| Chinese | 1.8% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Pittsburgh?
Pittsburgh Airbnbs average 4.78 stars, and 42% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.73, against 4.89 for host communication. Listings here carry long review histories, about 95 reviews each on average.
Communication scores highest in Pittsburgh; 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 | 4.82 |
| Cleanliness | 4.78 |
| Communication | 4.89 |
| Location | 4.75 |
| Check-in | 4.87 |
| Value | 4.73 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Pittsburgh: Stays, Rules and Fees
About three-quarters of Pittsburgh listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 26% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 91 to 180 days a year, covering 35% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Pittsburgh listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 41%
- 181-270 days 34%
- 91-180 days 22%
- 31-90 days 3%
- 1-30 days <1%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 40.9% | 976 |
| 181-270 days | 34.3% | 819 |
| 91-180 days | 22.0% | 524 |
| 31-90 days | 2.7% | 64 |
| 1-30 days | 0.1% | 2 |
Days a year Pittsburgh listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 3%
- 181-270 days 23%
- 91-180 days 35%
- 31-90 days 26%
- 1-30 days 13%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 3.3% | 79 |
| 181-270 days | 22.7% | 541 |
| 91-180 days | 35.1% | 837 |
| 31-90 days | 25.7% | 614 |
| 1-30 days | 13.2% | 314 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Pittsburgh?
The average Pittsburgh booking lasts 5.3 nights, longest in January and shortest in October. Listings took about 28 bookings each over the year, some 65,900 in all. 55% of listings that give a check-in time set it at 4 p.m., with check-out usually at 11 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Pittsburgh
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 4.6 nights 5.6 nights 3.8 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Pittsburgh Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
About three-quarters of listings in Pittsburgh accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh?
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Pittsburgh, used by 34% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. 46% of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms and 47% use Firm or stricter ones, so neither camp dominates.
Cancellation policies of Pittsburgh listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Pittsburgh?
Nearly nine in ten Pittsburgh listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is $98, and some higher fees lift the average to $177. Spread over the average stay of 5.3 nights, that adds roughly $19 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 11% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- $98
- Average cleaning fee
- $177
- Listings charging a fee
- 87.2%
- Share of gross revenue
- 10.5%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Pittsburgh
The top-grossing Airbnb in Pittsburgh, a four-bedroom home, took in $229,000 over the past year, about 8.1 times the city's average of $28,300. Four of the six listings below have five or more bedrooms; the other two have three and four bedrooms.
4 Bedrooms • Private Patio • Stylish Central Stay Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.82 
3 KING Beds • Free Parking • Urban Comfort Retreat Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.65 - Revenue
- $221,512
- Occupancy
- 44.0%
- Daily rate
- $1,345
Skyline Haven:5BR/3.5BA +2 parking spots + Rooftop Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.94 - Revenue
- $199,484
- Occupancy
- 77.2%
- Daily rate
- $711
6BR Group Retreat w/ BBQ, Game Room, and Parking Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.99 - Revenue
- $170,905
- Occupancy
- 53.3%
- Daily rate
- $707
8Bed/6Bath Duplex w/2x Garage + Roofdeck +Backyard Entire home · 8 bedrooms Rated 4.87 - Revenue
- $170,475
- Occupancy
- 67.7%
- Daily rate
- $612
9BR Family Retreat w/ BBQ & Parking Near Shopping Entire home · 9 bedrooms Rated 4.92 - Revenue
- $167,779
- Occupancy
- 59.1%
- Daily rate
- $1,125
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Pittsburgh?
Chad is the top-grossing host in Pittsburgh, with $5.73 million in bookings across 86 listings over the past year. Hosting here is fragmented: the ten top-grossing hosts run just 13% of the market's 2,385 listings. Per listing, a smaller operator earns more: Eugene grossed $101,000 per listing, 51% more than Chad's $66,600.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chad HostWise | 86 | $5,729,448 | $66,621 | 4.94/5 | |
| Jake | 45 | $3,159,175 | $70,204 | 4.87/5 | |
| Eugene | 27 | $2,722,910 | $100,849 | 4.75/5 | |
| 4 | Corey | 34 | $1,537,851 | $45,231 | 4.70/5 |
| 5 | Paul | 27 | $1,508,518 | $55,871 | 4.94/5 |
| 6 | Henry | 28 | $1,129,874 | $40,353 | 4.83/5 |
| 7 | Matthew | 25 | $1,010,056 | $40,402 | 4.78/5 |
| 8 | Rob | 11 | $869,414 | $79,038 | 4.97/5 |
| 9 | Andrew | 12 | $849,364 | $70,780 | 4.97/5 |
| 10 | B | 20 | $822,453 | $41,123 | 4.85/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Pittsburgh?
Only 14% of Pittsburgh listings are classed as professionally managed, though 52% of listings have a co-host. 57% of 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 85% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 57.0%
- Professional management
- 13.7%
- Cohosted listings
- 51.9%
- Instant Book enabled
- 37.4%
- Simplified Pricing
- 85.0%
Largest Airbnb Management Companies in Pittsburgh
12 management companies run five or more active Airbnb listings in Pittsburgh, and companies run 16% of its 2,385 active listings. HostWise is the largest, with 105 listings and an average guest rating of 4.94; the next largest are Pittsburgh Furnished Rentals, CozySuites, PGH Stay and Stay Ready PGH.
The five largest run 11% of Pittsburgh's listings
Share of Pittsburgh's 2,385 active Airbnb listings each company runs as host or co-host
- HostWise 4% · 105
- Pittsburgh Furnished Rentals 2% · 51
- CozySuites 2% · 49
- PGH Stay 1% · 31
- Stay Ready PGH 1% · 26
- All other listings 89%
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 all 12 companies ranked in the Pittsburgh Airbnb management ranking, with how their homes earn against similar ones.
Nearby markets
Pittsburgh vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 74 km, Saltlick Township (70 km away, 39 listings) earned the most per listing, about 70% more than Pittsburgh. Wheeling was the busiest, booked on 45% of nights against 42% in Pittsburgh.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swissvale 8 km | 37 | $9,507 | $85 | 39% |
| Wilkinsburg 8 km | 33 | $13,271 | $137 | 31% |
| Steubenville 57 km | 59 | $17,195 | $152 | 42% |
| Donegal Township 66 km | 41 | $37,385 | $332 | 35% |
| Ligonier Township 67 km | 33 | $32,576 | $223 | 40% |
| Saltlick Township 70 km | 39 | $47,987 | $490 | 32% |
| Wharton Township 71 km | 74 | $34,195 | $316 | 34% |
| Wheeling 74 km | 44 | $20,550 | $161 | 45% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Pennsylvania
- Philadelphia Airbnb data 4,555 listings
- Coolbaugh Township Airbnb data 846 listings
- Tobyhanna Township Airbnb data 577 listings
- Kidder Township Airbnb data 471 listings
- Penn Forest Township Airbnb data 368 listings
- State College Airbnb data 291 listings
- Jackson Township Airbnb data 290 listings
- Erie Airbnb data 237 listings
See all 252 Pennsylvania Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Pittsburgh
Markets elsewhere in the United States with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Pittsburgh:
- Loughman Airbnb data FL · $224/night · 42.1%
- Spring Hill Airbnb data FL · $218/night · 42.5%
- Fort Worth Airbnb data TX · $225/night · 42.7%
- Port Saint Lucie Airbnb data FL · $227/night · 42.3%
- Prescott Airbnb data AZ · $219/night · 42.7%
- Albany Airbnb data OR · $216/night · 42.3%
FAQ
Pittsburgh Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Pittsburgh?
An active Pittsburgh Airbnb grossed $28,308 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 2,385 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $4,260 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Pittsburgh?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Pittsburgh listings earn between $1,280 and $4,260 in a typical month, and the top tenth $6,470 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 Pittsburgh?
Listings in Pittsburgh were booked on 42% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 39% for the Pennsylvania average. August is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Pittsburgh?
The average booked night in Pittsburgh cost $223 before fees. Half of listings charge between $115 and $270, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Pittsburgh?
Yes, you can host short stays in Pittsburgh today: the city rental permit is voluntary, and the firm requirements are the 14% hotel tax and registering with Allegheny County. The Pittsburgh Airbnb regulations set out the permit, its cost, the taxes on a stay and the operating limits, each linked to its official source.
Is Airbnb profitable in Pittsburgh?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Pittsburgh Airbnb grossed $28,308 in the 12 months to September 2026, 14% below the Pennsylvania average of $32,741. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, $18,208 a year (about $1,520 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 $2,640 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Pittsburgh?
June usually pays best, averaging $3,910 per active listing over the past two years, and February usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Pittsburgh?
Each night a Pittsburgh listing was open to book earned $96 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 $186 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Pittsburgh?
Pittsburgh stays were booked 45 days (about six weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so most of a month is booked well before it starts.
How long do guests stay at Airbnbs in Pittsburgh?
The average Pittsburgh Airbnb stay lasted 5.3 nights over the past year. A listing took 28 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Pittsburgh rated?
Guests rate Pittsburgh Airbnbs 4.78 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Pittsburgh?
Strip District, Lawrenceville and North Shore draw the most short-term rental interest in Pittsburgh. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Pittsburgh?
AirROI counted 2,385 active Airbnb listings in Pittsburgh as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Swissvale, 8 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Pittsburgh?
In Pittsburgh, nearly nine in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is $98, and some higher fees lift the average to $177.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 2,385 active Airbnb listings in Pittsburgh 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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