LuxeLodge*HotTub*Game Rm*Arcade*Dogs OK Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- $93,860
- Occupancy
- 63.1%
- Daily rate
- $398
Airbnb market data · 202612 months to October 2026
The average Airbnb in Terra Alta brought in $29,770 over the 12 months through October 2026, in line with the West Virginia average of $30,486.
The short answer
Listings averaged $262 a night, about 5% lower than the West Virginia average of $275, and were booked on 37% of available nights, close to its 39%.
Timing matters: in July, usually the best month, the average listing earns about three times as much as in March, usually the slowest.
With 56 active listings, Terra Alta is the 19th-largest of 70 West Virginia markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, the number of active listings grew 27%.
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Gross bookings per Terra Alta listing averaged $29,770 over the 12 months to October 2026 (West Virginia average: $30,486), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Terra Alta listing brings in $5,540 in July, its best month, and $1,800 in March, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 39% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
In a typical month, a top-quarter listing earns at least 2.6 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
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 three times what March does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Each point is one month as recorded, averaged over the listings active in it. The best and slowest months in the text average each calendar month over the past two years, so they can differ from the highest and lowest points here.
Latest 12 months in the October 2026 data. October's figures are still coming in, so the rows run to September.
July 2026 led on revenue and bookings; nightly rates peaked in December 2025.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | $3,457 | 41.9% | $272 | $112 | 71 days | 3 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $2,896 | 35.9% | $268 | $97 | 37 days | 3 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $2,985 | 32.8% | $277 | $96 | 43 days | 4.6 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $2,752 | 29.3% | $268 | $89 | 38 days | 3.1 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $2,062 | 26.3% | $268 | $74 | 28 days | 3.4 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $1,652 | 20.9% | $262 | $53 | 31 days | 3 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $2,198 | 28.2% | $265 | $73 | 37 days | 5.7 nights |
| May 2026 | $3,306 | 37.8% | $271 | $107 | 48 days | 3.8 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $4,540 | 52.1% | $258 | $151 | 61 days | 4.1 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $5,994 | 60.1% | $259 | $193 | 85 days | 4.3 nights |
| Aug 2026 | $4,731 | 55.9% | $254 | $153 | 63 days | 4.2 nights |
| Sep 2026 | $3,348 | 43.8% | $246 | $112 | 63 days | 2.8 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.
For a figure on one home rather than the whole Terra Alta market, enter its address and size in the Airbnb income calculator, which compares it with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Yes, when it's run well. The average Terra Alta Airbnb took in $29,770 in the 12 months to October 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $1,460 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 $2,260 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $4,380 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $1,820 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $1,250 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.
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | $25,390 | $38,960 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay15% of Terra Alta bookings | $4,380 | $6,720 |
| Gross bookings | $29,770 | $45,680 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 15%: 15.5% for the 96% of Terra Alta listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$4,480 | −$6,880 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$4,380 | −$6,720 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$1,490 | −$2,280 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$600 | −$910 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$890 | −$1,370 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −$300 | −$300 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −$150 | −$150 |
| 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 27% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −$12,290 | −$18,610 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $17,480about $1,460 a month | $27,070about $2,260 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
The estimate starts from Terra Alta'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 Terra Alta 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.
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 $3,810 a month, against $2,480 for the average one.
Occupancy
Terra Alta listings were booked on 37% of the nights they were open over the past year, 2 percentage points below the West Virginia average (39%) and 4 points below the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy swings from 26% in March to 59% in July.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about three times as often as the bottom quarter.
July is usually the busiest month in Terra Alta, March the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, October 2024 to September 2026
The 12-month rate of 37% averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Nightly rates
The average nightly rate in Terra Alta, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $262 over the past year, about the same as the West Virginia average ($275) and about 22% below the U.S. average of $335. In a typical year, rates barely change through the year, staying between about $245 and $265.
The top 10% charge about 2.3 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
Average nightly rate by month in Terra Alta
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026
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 Terra Alta it averaged $103 over the past year, from about $58 in a typical March to about $179 in a typical July.
Per open night, by tier:
July RevPAR is about three times March's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Seasonality
Terra Alta has one high season, June through August, which makes it a highly seasonal market. Business is slowest from November to April. A listing earns about twice as much a month in June through August as in December through February.
Average revenue by month in Terra Alta
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | $2,490 |
| February | Low season | $2,010 |
| March | Low season | $1,800 |
| April | Low season | $2,060 |
| May | Shoulder season | $2,890 |
| June | High season | $4,340 |
| July | High season | $5,540 |
| August | High season | $4,670 |
| September | Shoulder season | $3,220 |
| October | Shoulder season | $3,140 |
| November | Low season | $2,530 |
| December | Low season | $2,670 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonJune–August | $4,850 | 55% | $263 |
| Shoulder seasonMay, September–October | $3,090 | 40% | $256 |
| Low seasonNovember–April | $2,260 | 30% | $252 |
Guests book Terra Alta stays 54 days ahead on average (about eight weeks). July stays are booked furthest out, about 89 days ahead, and March stays closest to arrival, about 23 days. A typical July booking is made in mid-April.
July stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, October 2024 to September 2026
Permits
None of the 56 active listings in Terra Alta 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 Terra Alta.
Neighborhoods
AirROI's area guide picks four Terra Alta neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Lake Meadow, Canaan Valley and Blackwater Falls. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Meadow | A serene, scenic area perfect for nature lovers and those seeking relaxation by the lake. Ideal for families and couples looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. | Lake Terra Alta, hiking trails, picnic areas, fishing spots, water sports activities |
| Canaan Valley | A popular outdoor recreation destination known for skiing in winter and hiking in summer. Attracts adventure seekers and nature enthusiasts year-round. | Canaan Valley Resort, Dolly Sods Wilderness, Blackwater Falls State Park, Canaan Valley National Wildlife Refuge, cross-country skiing trails |
| Blackwater Falls | Famous for its stunning waterfall and beautiful state park, it draws visitors looking for picturesque landscapes and outdoor activities. A great spot for photographers and explorers. | Blackwater Falls, Blackwater Falls State Park, scenic overlooks, hiking paths, wildlife viewing |
| Petersburg | Situated in the heart of the beautiful Potomac Highlands region, this town offers a mix of historic charm and access to outdoor adventures, appealing to various kinds of travelers. | Dolly Sods Scenic Area, local antique shops, historic buildings, outdoor recreation, Potomac River |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Every Airbnb in Terra Alta is an entire home: all 56 listings rent the whole place. Houses (46%) and cabins and other outdoor stays (46%) split the stock almost evenly.
Every listing rents the whole place
Terra Alta Airbnb listings by room type
Houses and cabins split the stock
Terra Alta Airbnb listings by property type
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 46.4% | 26 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 46.4% | 26 |
| Apartment/Condo | 3.6% | 2 |
| Others | 1.8% | 1 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 1.8% | 1 |
Most Terra Alta homes are built for groups: 65% of entire homes have three or more bedrooms, and three-bedroom homes are the most common size (42%).
Terra Alta entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 9.1% | 5 |
| 2 bedrooms | 25.5% | 14 |
| 3 bedrooms | 41.8% | 23 |
| 4 bedrooms | 20.0% | 11 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 3.6% | 2 |
A typical two-bedroom home in Terra Alta earned $19,600 over the past year, against $43,000 for a four-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 bedrooms | 14 | $19,600 | $20,100 | $198 | 37% |
| 3 bedrooms | 23 | $19,700 | $26,500 | $265 | 34% |
| 4 bedrooms | 11 | $43,000 | $48,700 | $372 | 42% |
Terra Alta is a group-trip market: 59% of listings sleep eight or more guests, about 3.3 times the share of the next most common size, six guests (18%).
Terra Alta listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 7.1% | 4 |
| 3 guests | 1.8% | 1 |
| 4 guests | 7.1% | 4 |
| 5 guests | 3.6% | 2 |
| 6 guests | 17.9% | 10 |
| 7 guests | 3.6% | 2 |
| 8+ guests | 58.9% | 33 |
Terra Alta hosts set up an average of 4.6 beds per listing. 57% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
Lake access is common in Terra Alta: 70% of listings offer it, and 70% have a fireplace.
Share of Terra Alta listings with each common amenity
Guests
Terra Alta draws mostly domestic guests: 99% of those who left reviews live in the United States. No single city dominates: Pittsburgh is the largest source, at about 9% of reviews.
99% of Terra Alta guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
Where Terra Alta guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Pittsburgh | 9.2% |
| Washington | 6.5% |
| Baltimore | 5.1% |
| Columbus | 1.5% |
| Morgantown | 1.2% |
Where Terra Alta guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 98.8% |
| Canada | 0.6% |
| United Kingdom | 0.3% |
| Argentina | 0.3% |
Languages spoken by Terra Alta guests
Share of guests who left reviews
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 76.8% |
| Spanish | 9.9% |
| French | 4.9% |
| Portuguese | 1.4% |
| Hindi | 1.4% |
Terra Alta Airbnbs average 4.88 stars, and 52% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and value for money is the lowest, at 4.81.
Communication and check-in score highest in Terra Alta; value is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.90 |
| Cleanliness | 4.82 |
| Communication | 4.93 |
| Location | 4.90 |
| Check-in | 4.93 |
| Value | 4.81 |
Booking patterns
About nine in ten Terra Alta listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 11% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 91 to 180 days a year, covering 50% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Terra Alta listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 41.1% | 23 |
| 181-270 days | 48.2% | 27 |
| 91-180 days | 10.7% | 6 |
Days a year Terra Alta listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 181-270 days | 10.7% | 6 |
| 91-180 days | 50.0% | 28 |
| 31-90 days | 23.2% | 13 |
| 1-30 days | 16.1% | 9 |
The average Terra Alta booking lasts 4.2 nights, longest in July and shortest in October. Listings took about 27 bookings each over the year, some 1,480 in all. About seven in ten 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 Terra Alta
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Two-year average by calendar month.
More than eight in ten listings in Terra Alta accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Terra Alta listings
Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Terra Alta, used by 46% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: nearly six in ten listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 38% on Flexible or Moderate.
Cancellation policies of Terra Alta listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
About eight in ten Terra Alta listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is about $165. Spread over the average stay of 4.2 nights, that adds roughly $40 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 15% of gross revenue.
Top earners
The top-grossing Airbnb in Terra Alta, a four-bedroom home, took in $93,900 over the past year, about 3.2 times the city's average of $29,800.
LuxeLodge*HotTub*Game Rm*Arcade*Dogs OK Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Mountain Mama Hideaway Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Clover House @ Alpine Lake Resort w/indoor pool Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 5.00
*Quiet Waters LakeFront Escape w/Pool & Garage Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.91
Lake View Home w/Fire Pit, Indoor Pool, Dogs OK! Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.99
Terra Alta Lakefront Cabin | Dock + Free Kayaks Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.90 Only 11% of Terra Alta listings are classed as professionally managed, though 29% of listings have a co-host. Six in ten listings are run by Superhosts, so a strong review record is the norm here rather than an edge. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 96% of listings.
Nearby markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 46 km, Swanton (19 km away) earned the most per listing, about 70% more than Terra Alta.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakland 14 km | 590 | $40,911 | $509 | 29% |
| McHenry 14 km | 657 | $48,875 | $615 | 29% |
| Swanton 19 km | 275 | $50,751 | $677 | 30% |
| Thomas 37 km | 56 | $20,770 | $200 | 39% |
| Confluence 38 km | 32 | $18,895 | $246 | 29% |
| Morgantown 42 km | 187 | $22,507 | $229 | 38% |
| Ohiopyle 43 km | 32 | $29,015 | $264 | 34% |
| Davis 46 km | 327 | $35,316 | $356 | 35% |
See all 70 West Virginia Airbnb markets
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FAQ
An active Terra Alta Airbnb grossed $29,770 on average in the 12 months to October 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 56 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $4,300 or more in a typical month.
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Terra Alta listings earn between $1,630 and $4,300 in a typical month, and the top tenth $6,450 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Listings in Terra Alta were booked on 37% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 39% for the West Virginia average. July is usually the busiest month.
The average booked night in Terra Alta cost $262 before fees. Half of listings charge between $180 and $325, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
None of the active Terra Alta 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.
Yes, when it's run well. The average Terra Alta Airbnb grossed $29,770 in the 12 months to October 2026, in line with the West Virginia average. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, $17,480 a year (about $1,460 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 $2,260 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
July usually pays best, averaging $5,540 per active listing over the past two years, and March usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
Each night a Terra Alta listing was open to book earned $103 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 $202 or more.
Terra Alta stays were booked 54 days (about eight weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so most of a month is booked well before it starts.
The average Terra Alta Airbnb stay lasted 4.2 nights over the past year. A listing took 27 reservations over the year on average.
Guests rate Terra Alta Airbnbs 4.88 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and value lowest.
Lake Meadow, Canaan Valley and Blackwater Falls draw the most short-term rental interest in Terra Alta. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
AirROI counted 56 active Airbnb listings in Terra Alta as of October 2026. The closest tracked market is Oakland, 14 km away.
In Terra Alta, about eight in ten listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about $165.
All of West Virginia had 77.2 million visitors in 2024, the West Virginia Department of Tourism reports. AirROI estimates 1,479 Airbnb stays in Terra Alta, WV in the 12 months to October 2026, which counts bookings and not tourists. See West Virginia tourism statistics.
Method
Figures on this page cover 56 active Airbnb listings in Terra Alta from November 2025 to October 2026 (trailing twelve months). AirROI refreshes them monthly from listing-level booking and calendar data covering 20+ million properties worldwide. Money figures are in U.S. dollars. Annual revenue averages every listing active during the period, including those listed for only part of it; monthly figures average the listings active in each month; the tier lists show the spread. Neighborhood descriptions are AI-assisted. See the methodology for definitions.
Need this programmatically? The same metrics are available through the AirROI Airbnb Data API and bulk downloads in the data portal.