14-Bed VIP Oasis|.65ft POoL 20 MiNs. to NrG (WC26) Entire home · 14 bedrooms Rated 4.88 - Revenue
- $333,354
- Occupancy
- 59.6%
- Daily rate
- $1,972
Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Houston, TX Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Houston brought in $21,621 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 20% less than the Texas average of $26,925.
The short answer
Houston Airbnb Market at a Glance
Houston is priced below the Texas average. Listings averaged $224 a night, about 15% less than that average of $265, and were booked on 38% of available nights, close to its 37% occupancy.
March, usually the best month, brings in about 61% more per listing than January, usually the slowest.
With 9,101 active listings, Houston is the largest of 442 Texas markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 16%, lifted by an unusually strong June 2026, while the number of active listings grew 28%.
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Revenue
How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Houston?
Gross bookings per Houston listing averaged $21,621 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Texas average: $26,925), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Houston listing brings in $3,370 in March, its best month, and $2,100 in January, its slowest. February runs within 4% of January, so either can be the slowest in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 30% 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 four times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $6,230+ a month, about three times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $3,760 or more, roughly $1,700 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $2,040 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $937 or less, about 46% 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.
March earns about 1.6 times what January does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $2,680 $5,450 $1,960
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.
Houston 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.
June 2026 led on revenue and nightly rate; bookings peaked in March 2026. June 2026 was a one-off: listings earned about twice what they did in June 2025, so the seasonal averages on this page leave it out. Across the past two years, March is usually the strongest month.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | $2,363 | 39.4% | $191 | $79 | 26 days | 5.6 nights |
| Oct 2025 | $2,513 | 40.8% | $191 | $81 | 30 days | 5.6 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $2,566 | 41.2% | $193 | $86 | 31 days | 5.4 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $2,660 | 40.6% | $196 | $86 | 24 days | 5.5 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $2,232 | 37.6% | $188 | $72 | 23 days | 6.3 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $2,214 | 39.4% | $187 | $79 | 28 days | 5.5 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $3,598 | 51.1% | $202 | $116 | 37 days | 4.7 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $2,497 | 40.0% | $193 | $83 | 28 days | 5.5 nights |
| May 2026 | $2,905 | 40.5% | $215 | $94 | 30 days | 5.7 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $5,450 | 45.2% | $343 | $182 | 48 days | 5.4 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $3,518 | 37.7% | $252 | $113 | 52 days | 5.5 nights |
| Aug 2026 | $2,394 | 37.3% | $207 | $77 | 26 days | 5.1 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.
These are market-wide figures. To see what one particular Houston home could earn, enter its address, bedrooms and guests in the short-term rental calculator; it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Houston Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Houston Airbnb took in $21,621 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $1,170 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 $2,170 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $2,490 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $1,380 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $1,010 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.
Houston Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | $19,131 | $35,220 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay12% of Houston bookings | $2,490 | $4,590 |
| Gross bookings | $21,621 | $39,810 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 12%: 15.5% for the 73% of Houston listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$2,630 | −$4,850 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$2,490 | −$4,590 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$1,080 | −$1,990 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$430 | −$800 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$650 | −$1,190 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −$220 | −$220 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required: see Houston's Airbnb rules | −$110 | −$110 |
| Management$0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings | $0 | $0 |
| Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free | $0 | $0 |
| Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on | $0 | $0 |
| Total running costsAbout 24% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −$7,610 | −$13,750 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $14,011about $1,170 a month | $26,060about $2,170 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Houston Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Houston'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 Houston 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 Houston's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Houston listings are booked on 59% or more of their nights, against 38% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of $160 adds about $1,610 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge $255 a night or more, against a median of $160. 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 $1,910 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, March brings the average listing about $3,370, against $2,100 in January, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Houston listings average 4.75 stars, and 27% 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 $3,320 a month, against $1,800 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Houston?
Houston listings were booked on 38% of the nights they were open over the past year, in line with the Texas average and 3 percentage points below the U.S. average (41%). Counting only the listings booked in each month and averaging each month over two years, occupancy climbs to 53% in March and falls to 38% in January.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about four times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 78%+ of open nights, 40 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 59% or more, roughly four nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 38% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 20% or less, under two nights a week.
March is usually the busiest month in Houston, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 43% 55% 37%
The 12-month rate of 38% 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 Houston?
The average nightly rate in Houston, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $224 over the past year, about 15% below the Texas average of $265 and about 30% below the U.S. average of $320. Averaged month by month over the past two years, rates peak in July at about $220 and bottom out in September and October at about $175.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about four times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge $395+ a night, about 2.5 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge $255 or more, about $95 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about $160 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge $100 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
July rates run 28% above September's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $195 $343 $155
The 12-month ADR of $224 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 Houston?
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 Houston it averaged $85 over the past year, from about $68 in a typical January to about $109 in a typical March.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $172+ per open night, about 2.7 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $108 or more, about $45 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $64 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $34 or less, about half of the median.
March RevPAR is about 1.6 times January's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $88 $182 $63
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Houston
Houston has two high seasons, March and July, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest in January and February and slows again in September.
June 2026 is left out of these averages as a one-off: listings earned about twice what they did in June 2025. It still counts in the 12-month figures at the top of the page.
Average revenue by month in Houston
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average $2,570 $3,370 $2,100
Revenue by month in Houston in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | $2,100 |
| February | Low season | $2,180 |
| March | High season | $3,370 |
| April | Shoulder season | $2,430 |
| May | Shoulder season | $2,720 |
| June | Shoulder season | $2,750 |
| July | High season | $3,180 |
| August | Shoulder season | $2,450 |
| September | Low season | $2,260 |
| October | Shoulder season | $2,400 |
| November | Shoulder season | $2,470 |
| December | Shoulder season | $2,530 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonMarch, July | $3,270 | 47% | $208 |
| Shoulder seasonApril–June, August, October–December | $2,540 | 42% | $188 |
| Low seasonJanuary–February, September | $2,180 | 41% | $179 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Houston?
Guests book Houston stays 32 days ahead on average (about five weeks). July stays are booked furthest out, about 39 days ahead, and January stays closest to arrival, about 21 days. A typical July booking is made in early June.
July stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 29 days 52 days 18 days
The 12-month figure of 32 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 Houston
Airbnb is legal in Houston with an annual city certificate of registration ($275 plus a $33.56 fee in 2026); there is no night cap or owner-occupancy rule, fines run $100 to $500 a day, and hotel tax totals 17%.
52% of the 9,101 active listings in Houston display a registration, permit or license number. The share shows what hosts display, not what local rules allow: it can't show whether new permits are still issued, or whether limits on nights, zones or property types apply.
The permit, operating limits and taxes on a stay are set out in the Houston Airbnb regulations, each rule linked to its official source and checked October 2026.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Houston
AirROI's area guide picks eight Houston neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Montrose, The Heights and Downtown. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Montrose | Eclectic neighborhood known for its diverse culture, vibrant arts scene, and historic homes. Popular among young professionals and artists, Montrose offers unique dining, shopping, and nightlife options. | Menil Collection, Buffalo Bayou Park, Montrose Farmers Market, The Contemporary Arts Museum, Czech Cultural Center Houston |
| The Heights | Charming neighborhood with a mix of historic homes and modern developments. The Heights is known for its parks, local shops, and dining options, making it attractive for families and young professionals. | Woodland Park, Heights Hike and Bike Trail, The Heights Theater, Local boutiques, Great dining options |
| Downtown | Houston's central business district with a variety of entertainment, dining, and cultural attractions. Ideal for business travelers and tourists wanting to be at the heart of the city's activity. | Discovery Green, Minute Maid Park, Theatre District, George R. Brown Convention Center, Various bars and restaurants |
| Galleria/Uptown | Upscale area known for its luxury shopping and dining. The Galleria is one of the largest malls in the U.S., attracting shoppers and tourists alike, making it a prime location for hosting. | The Galleria Mall, Uptown Park, Highland Village, Post Oak Boulevard, Various fine dining options |
| Midtown | A vibrant neighborhood that combines residential, retail, and nightlife, making it popular with young professionals and families. Midtown has a lively atmosphere and is close to downtown. | Midtown Park, Restaurants and bars along Bagby Street, Houston Dynamo games, Arts and entertainment venues |
| Museum District | Cultural hub of Houston, home to many museums and cultural institutions. This area attracts tourists and families, making it a great place for short-term rentals. | Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Houston Zoo, The Menil Collection, The Contemporary Arts Museum, Various art galleries |
| Rice Village | Trendy shopping and dining area adjacent to Rice University. It attracts students, young professionals, and families, making it a vibrant place for hosting Airbnb. | Rice Village Shopping Center, Unique boutiques, Restaurants and cafes, Proximity to Rice University, Parks and green spaces |
| Woodlands | Planned community known for its beautiful parks, upscale homes, and shopping areas. The Woodlands offers a suburban experience with access to urban amenities, appealing to families and travelers. | The Woodlands Mall, Waterway Square, George Mitchell Nature Preserve, Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, Various outdoor activities |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Houston Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Entire homes make up 86% of listings in Houston, but private rooms are a real segment: about one listing in seven (14%) rents out a single room. Houses are the most common property type at 60%, about 1.8 times the share of apartments and condos (33%).
Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment
Houston Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 86%
- Private room 14%
- Shared room <1%
- Hotel room <1%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 85.5% | 7,785 |
| Private room | 14.1% | 1,279 |
| Shared room | 0.2% | 22 |
| Hotel room | 0.2% | 15 |
Listings by property type
Houston Airbnb listings by property type
- House 60%
- Apartment/Condo 33%
- Hotel/Boutique 5%
- Others 1%
- Cabin/Outdoor <1%
- Unique stay <1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 60.5% | 5,503 |
| Apartment/Condo | 33.2% | 3,026 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 4.5% | 410 |
| Others | 1.4% | 124 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 0.2% | 20 |
| Unique stay | 0.2% | 18 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Houston Have?
Three-bedroom homes are the most common size in Houston (32% of entire homes), followed by one-bedroom homes (25%). Shares are of the 7,660 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Houston entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
5%
25%
22%
32%
11%
6%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 4.9% | 373 |
| 1 bedroom | 24.6% | 1,882 |
| 2 bedrooms | 21.8% | 1,667 |
| 3 bedrooms | 31.8% | 2,438 |
| 4 bedrooms | 10.6% | 815 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 6.3% | 483 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Houston
A typical studio in Houston earned $12,400 over the past year, against $45,000 for a home with five or more bedrooms.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 373 | $12,400 | $15,300 | $121 | 44% |
| 1 bedroom | 1,882 | $9,880 | $14,000 | $140 | 41% |
| 2 bedrooms | 1,667 | $13,800 | $19,000 | $193 | 39% |
| 3 bedrooms | 2,438 | $20,100 | $26,600 | $276 | 37% |
| 4 bedrooms | 815 | $27,700 | $37,000 | $377 | 36% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 483 | $45,000 | $60,100 | $643 | 35% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Houston Sleep?
Houston is a group-trip market: 33% of listings sleep eight or more guests, about 1.8 times the share of the next most common size, six guests (18%). Shares are of the 8,080 listings with a guest capacity on file (89% of the market).
Houston listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
1%
17%
7%
17%
5%
18%
4%
33%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | 0.6% | 47 |
| 2 guests | 16.5% | 1,333 |
| 3 guests | 6.9% | 557 |
| 4 guests | 16.6% | 1,341 |
| 5 guests | 5.3% | 424 |
| 6 guests | 18.0% | 1,456 |
| 7 guests | 3.6% | 291 |
| 8+ guests | 32.5% | 2,626 |
How Houston Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Houston hosts set up an average of 3.1 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. Only 22% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 16
- Beds per listing
- 3.1
- Show exact location
- 22%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Houston Offer?
Free on-site parking is close to standard in Houston: 94% of listings offer it, and 88% have a washer.
Share of Houston listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Houston
Listings in Houston with a boat slip earned about 2.5 times as much a year, on average, as those without: $54,800 against $21,600. The gap is smaller for arcade games (about twice as much) and 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 Houston 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boat slip | 0.2% | $54,800 | $21,600 | +154% |
| Arcade games | 4% | $44,100 | $20,800 | +112% |
| Children's playroom | 1% | $43,100 | $21,300 | +102% |
| River view | 0.1% | $43,000 | $21,600 | +99% |
| Hammock | 3% | $41,400 | $21,000 | +97% |
| Mini golf | 1% | $41,900 | $21,300 | +97% |
| Hot tub | 8% | $37,500 | $20,200 | +86% |
| Theme room | 5% | $38,200 | $20,800 | +84% |
| Sun loungers | 8% | $37,200 | $20,400 | +83% |
| Waterfront | 0.6% | $39,100 | $21,500 | +82% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Houston?
Houston draws mostly domestic guests: 88% of those who left reviews live in the United States. No single city dominates: Austin is the largest source outside Houston, at about 4% of reviews. Of the 12% from abroad, the largest groups come from Mexico and Canada. English is spoken by 63% of guests, and Spanish by 21%.
88% of Houston guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 88%
- International 12%
Where Houston guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Houston | 10.3% |
| Austin | 4.4% |
| Dallas | 3.2% |
| New York | 2.9% |
| San Antonio | 2.8% |
Where Houston guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 88.0% |
| Mexico | 3.8% |
| Canada | 1.2% |
| United Kingdom | 1.1% |
Languages spoken by Houston guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 63.0% |
| Spanish | 20.8% |
| French | 3.5% |
| German | 1.8% |
| Portuguese | 1.7% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Houston?
Houston Airbnbs average 4.75 stars, and 27% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on location: it scores 4.70, against 4.86 for host communication.
Communication scores highest in Houston; location 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 | 4.80 |
| Cleanliness | 4.74 |
| Communication | 4.86 |
| Location | 4.70 |
| Check-in | 4.85 |
| Value | 4.71 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Houston: Stays, Rules and Fees
85% of Houston listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 16% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 32% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Houston listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 57%
- 181-270 days 29%
- 91-180 days 13%
- 31-90 days 2%
- 1-30 days <1%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 56.7% | 5,162 |
| 181-270 days | 28.7% | 2,612 |
| 91-180 days | 13.1% | 1,188 |
| 31-90 days | 1.5% | 137 |
| 1-30 days | 0.0% | 2 |
Days a year Houston listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 2%
- 181-270 days 14%
- 91-180 days 29%
- 31-90 days 32%
- 1-30 days 23%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 1.9% | 171 |
| 181-270 days | 13.7% | 1,244 |
| 91-180 days | 29.3% | 2,668 |
| 31-90 days | 31.8% | 2,896 |
| 1-30 days | 23.3% | 2,122 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Houston?
The average Houston booking lasts 6.4 nights, longest in January and shortest in March. Listings took about 19 bookings each over the year, some 167,000 in all. Check-in is split almost evenly between 3 p.m. and 4 p.m., with check-out usually at 11 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Houston
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 5.7 nights 6.4 nights 4.9 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Houston Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
About two-thirds of listings in Houston accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Houston 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 Houston?
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Houston, used by 33% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. 45% of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms and 45% use Firm or stricter ones, so neither camp dominates.
Cancellation policies of Houston listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Houston?
About nine in ten Houston listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is $126, but a minority of much higher fees lifts the average to $265, so the median is the better guide. Spread over the average stay of 6.4 nights, that adds roughly $20 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 12% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- $126
- Average cleaning fee
- $265
- Listings charging a fee
- 89.8%
- Share of gross revenue
- 11.5%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Houston
The top-grossing Airbnb in Houston, a 14-bedroom home, took in $333,000 over the past year, about 15 times the city's average of $21,600. All six listings below have five or more bedrooms, so the top of this market belongs to large homes.
14-Bed VIP Oasis|.65ft POoL 20 MiNs. to NrG (WC26) Entire home · 14 bedrooms Rated 4.88 
Private 25 Acre Estate w/ Lake: Fish & Canoe! Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- $321,337
- Occupancy
- 44.4%
- Daily rate
- $1,906
Bali in Houston/8BR • 8BA/Pool/HotTub/Sleeps 23 Entire home · 8 bedrooms Rated 4.92 - Revenue
- $312,793
- Occupancy
- 72.5%
- Daily rate
- $1,103
2 homes side-by-side custom designed | sleeps 20 Entire home · 7 bedrooms Rated 4.92 - Revenue
- $310,257
- Occupancy
- 74.3%
- Daily rate
- $1,151
Modern 14BR/14BA Duo • Sleeps 36 • Houston Rooftop Entire home · 14 bedrooms Rated 4.87 - Revenue
- $291,024
- Occupancy
- 55.3%
- Daily rate
- $1,942
Downtown Houston | Pool Oasis Homes | EV Charging Entire home · 8 bedrooms Rated 4.68 - Revenue
- $267,334
- Occupancy
- 64.1%
- Daily rate
- $1,049
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Houston?
Phillip is the top-grossing host in Houston, with $6.89 million in bookings across 251 listings over the past year. Hosting here is fragmented: the ten top-grossing hosts run just 7% of the market's 9,101 listings. Per listing, a smaller operator earns more: Starlike Host grossed $140,000 per listing, about 5.1 times Phillip's $27,500.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phillip | 251 | $6,893,054 | $27,462 | 4.59/5 | |
| Fernando And Armando | 66 | $3,670,817 | $55,618 | 4.82/5 | |
| Evolve | 93 | $2,221,456 | $23,887 | 4.58/5 | |
| 4 | Starlike Host | 12 | $1,685,525 | $140,460 | 4.86/5 |
| 5 | Goldnest | 16 | $1,528,854 | $95,553 | 4.68/5 |
| 6 | Hple-N | 55 | $1,479,628 | $26,902 | 4.44/5 |
| 7 | Rent With Jovan | 10 | $1,309,546 | $130,955 | 4.73/5 |
| 8 | Ehab | 53 | $1,292,357 | $24,384 | 4.75/5 |
| 9 | Casey | 17 | $1,246,135 | $73,302 | 4.74/5 |
| 10 | Milliard | 21 | $1,183,241 | $56,345 | 4.84/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Houston?
Only 7% of Houston listings are classed as professionally managed, though 44% of listings have a co-host. Superhosts run 48% of listings. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 73% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 48.3%
- Professional management
- 7.4%
- Cohosted listings
- 44.5%
- Instant Book enabled
- 33.7%
- Simplified Pricing
- 73.4%
Largest Airbnb Management Companies in Houston
43 management companies run five or more active Airbnb listings in Houston, and companies run 13% of its 9,101 active listings. Evolve is the largest, with 95 listings and an average guest rating of 4.69; the next largest are HPLE, AD Management, Medical Accommodations and Next Trip Retreats. Among the five largest, Next Trip Retreats' homes rate highest, at 4.91.
The five largest run 3% of Houston's listings
Share of Houston's 9,101 active Airbnb listings each company runs as host or co-host
- Evolve 1% · 95
- HPLE <1% · 72
- AD Management <1% · 54
- Medical Accommodations <1% · 33
- Next Trip Retreats <1% · 30
- All other listings 97%
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 43 companies ranked in the Houston Airbnb management ranking, with how their homes earn against similar ones.
Nearby markets
Houston vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 35 km, Friendswood (32 km away, 36 listings) earned the most per listing, about 48% more than Houston.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pearland 23 km | 102 | $20,880 | $186 | 37% |
| Missouri City 24 km | 72 | $16,196 | $198 | 35% |
| Sugar Land 26 km | 94 | $13,898 | $181 | 37% |
| Pasadena 28 km | 123 | $16,536 | $162 | 39% |
| Humble 31 km | 235 | $14,821 | $166 | 38% |
| Friendswood 32 km | 36 | $32,052 | $284 | 41% |
| Richmond 35 km | 164 | $16,164 | $171 | 36% |
| Cypress 35 km | 126 | $22,113 | $212 | 35% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Texas
- Austin Airbnb data 8,695 listings
- San Antonio Airbnb data 5,399 listings
- Dallas Airbnb data 4,695 listings
- Galveston Airbnb data 3,884 listings
- Port Aransas Airbnb data 2,539 listings
- South Padre Island Airbnb data 2,425 listings
- Fredericksburg Airbnb data 2,191 listings
- Corpus Christi Airbnb data 1,995 listings
See all 442 Texas Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Houston
Markets elsewhere in the United States with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Houston:
- Stanton Airbnb data KY · $226/night · 38.3%
- Brunswick Airbnb data GA · $219/night · 37.7%
- Edgewater Airbnb data FL · $229/night · 37.5%
- Morgantown Airbnb data WV · $215/night · 38.0%
- Gainesville Airbnb data FL · $231/night · 37.7%
- New Albany Airbnb data IN · $222/night · 38.9%
FAQ
Houston Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Houston?
An active Houston Airbnb grossed $21,621 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 9,101 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $3,760 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Houston?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Houston listings earn between $937 and $3,760 in a typical month, and the top tenth $6,230 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 Houston?
Listings in Houston were booked on 38% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 37% for the Texas average. March is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Houston?
The average booked night in Houston cost $224 before fees. Half of listings charge between $100 and $255, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Houston?
Yes. 56 administrative fee in 2026. The Houston 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 Houston?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Houston Airbnb grossed $21,621 in the 12 months to September 2026, 20% below the Texas average of $26,925. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, $14,011 a year (about $1,170 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 $2,170 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Houston?
March usually pays best, averaging $3,370 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 Houston?
Each night a Houston listing was open to book earned $85 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 $172 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Houston?
Houston stays were booked 32 days (about five 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 Houston?
The average Houston Airbnb stay lasted 6.4 nights over the past year. A listing took 19 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Houston rated?
Guests rate Houston Airbnbs 4.75 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and location lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Houston?
Montrose, The Heights and Downtown draw the most short-term rental interest in Houston. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Houston?
AirROI counted 9,101 active Airbnb listings in Houston as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Pearland, 23 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Houston?
In Houston, about nine in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is $126, but a minority of much higher fees lifts the average to $265, so the median is the better guide.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 9,101 active Airbnb listings in Houston 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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