Park Place: Oceanfront, Pets OK, Pool, Hot Tub Entire home · 12 bedrooms Rated 4.60 - Revenue
- $359,300
- Occupancy
- 47.6%
- Daily rate
- $1,637
Airbnb market data · 202612 months to October 2026
Kill Devil Hills, NC Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Kill Devil Hills brought in $42,624 over the 12 months through October 2026, about 23% more than the North Carolina average of $34,622.
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Kill Devil Hills Airbnb Market at a Glance
Both rates and bookings run ahead of the North Carolina average. Listings averaged $357 a night and were booked on 43% of available nights, against $320 and 40% for the North Carolina average.
Timing matters: in July, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 6.1 times as much as in January, usually the slowest.
With 1,224 active listings, Kill Devil Hills is the seventh-largest of 298 North Carolina markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 7% while the number of active listings grew 10%.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Kill Devil Hills?
Gross bookings per Kill Devil Hills listing averaged $42,624 over the 12 months to October 2026 (North Carolina average: $34,622), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Kill Devil Hills listing brings in $11,000 in July, its best month, and $1,790 in January, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 52% 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 2.7 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $9,120+ a month, about 2.3 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $6,180 or more, roughly $2,300 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $3,910 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $2,270 or less, about 58% of the median.
These are monthly figures for listings active in each month. The annual average above also counts listings that operated for only part of the year, so it runs below twelve times these figures.
July earns about 6.1 times what January does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average $4,590 $11,300 $1,540
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.
Kill Devil Hills Airbnb Data by Month
Latest 12 months in the October 2026 data. October's figures are still coming in, so the rows run to September.
July 2026 led on revenue, nightly rate and bookings alike.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | $3,306 | 37.9% | $309 | $107 | 53 days | 4.1 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $2,502 | 29.5% | $299 | $83 | 57 days | 4 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $2,486 | 27.9% | $309 | $80 | 46 days | 4.3 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $2,047 | 22.8% | $311 | $66 | 32 days | 5.5 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $2,140 | 27.7% | $307 | $76 | 28 days | 5.1 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $2,651 | 31.8% | $304 | $86 | 31 days | 4.6 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $3,459 | 38.7% | $316 | $115 | 47 days | 4.6 nights |
| May 2026 | $4,989 | 44.2% | $361 | $161 | 55 days | 4.5 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $9,721 | 65.8% | $466 | $324 | 75 days | 5 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $11,251 | 67.3% | $482 | $363 | 79 days | 5.5 nights |
| Aug 2026 | $8,354 | 62.0% | $438 | $269 | 71 days | 4.4 nights |
| Sep 2026 | $4,711 | 48.6% | $344 | $157 | 56 days | 3.6 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 Kill Devil Hills home could earn, enter its address, bedrooms and guests in the Airbnb profit calculator; it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Kill Devil Hills Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Kill Devil Hills Airbnb took in $42,624 in the 12 months to October 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $2,210 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 $3,520 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $4,920 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $2,620 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $1,890 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.
Kill Devil Hills Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | $37,704 | $59,620 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay12% of Kill Devil Hills bookings | $4,920 | $7,770 |
| Gross bookings | $42,624 | $67,390 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 15%: 15.5% for the 95% of Kill Devil Hills listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$6,330 | −$10,000 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$4,920 | −$7,770 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$2,130 | −$3,370 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$850 | −$1,350 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$1,280 | −$2,020 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −$430 | −$430 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −$210 | −$210 |
| Management$0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings | $0 | $0 |
| Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free | $0 | $0 |
| Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on | $0 | $0 |
| Total running costsAbout 26% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −$16,150 | −$25,150 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $26,474about $2,210 a month | $42,240about $3,520 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Kill Devil Hills Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Kill Devil Hills'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 Kill Devil Hills home, with its price, its mortgage or rent and your own costs, use the Airbnb income calculator. It starts from the comparable listings around the address.
How Kill Devil Hills's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Kill Devil Hills listings are booked on 59% or more of their nights, against 40% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of $310 adds about $3,090 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge $415 a night or more, against a median of $310. 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 $3,770 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, July brings the average listing about $11,000, against $1,790 in January, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Kill Devil Hills listings average 4.81 stars, and 54% 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 $5,620 a month, against $3,550 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Kill Devil Hills?
Kill Devil Hills listings were booked on 43% of the nights they were open over the past year, 3 percentage points above the North Carolina average (40%) and 2 points above the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy swings from 24% in January to 70% in July.
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 76%+ of open nights, 36 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 59% or more, roughly four nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 40% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 23% or less, under two nights a week.
July is usually the busiest month in Kill Devil Hills, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average 43% 72% 23%
Nightly rates
How Much Does an Airbnb Cost per Night in Kill Devil Hills?
The average nightly rate in Kill Devil Hills, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $357 over the past year, about 12% above the North Carolina average of $320 and about 7% above the U.S. average of $335. In a typical year, rates swing with the seasons, from about $270 in November and December to about $460 in July.
The top 10% charge about 2.5 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge $570+ a night, about 1.8 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge $415 or more, about $110 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about $310 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge $230 or less, about three-quarters of the median.
July rates run 72% above November's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average $335 $482 $238
The 12-month ADR of $357 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 Kill Devil Hills?
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 Kill Devil Hills it averaged $176 over the past year, from about $58 in a typical January to about $355 in a typical July.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $303+ per open night, about twice the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $218 or more, about $65 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $153 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $103 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
July RevPAR is about 6.1 times January's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average $150 $363 $50
The 12-month RevPAR of $176 averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Kill Devil Hills
Kill Devil Hills has one high season, June through August, which makes it a highly seasonal market. Business is slowest from October to April. A listing earns about 4.8 times as much a month in June through August as in December through February.
Average revenue by month in Kill Devil Hills
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average $4,590 $11,000 $1,790
Revenue by month in Kill Devil Hills in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | $1,790 |
| February | Low season | $1,910 |
| March | Low season | $2,600 |
| April | Low season | $3,420 |
| May | Shoulder season | $4,690 |
| June | High season | $9,120 |
| July | High season | $11,000 |
| August | High season | $8,500 |
| September | Shoulder season | $4,560 |
| October | Low season | $3,030 |
| November | Low season | $2,220 |
| December | Low season | $2,280 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonJune–August | $9,540 | 66% | $444 |
| Shoulder seasonMay, September | $4,630 | 45% | $349 |
| Low seasonOctober–April | $2,460 | 33% | $285 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Kill Devil Hills?
Guests book Kill Devil Hills stays 61 days ahead on average (about nine weeks), so guests here plan well ahead. July stays are booked furthest out, about 79 days ahead, and February stays closest to arrival, about 26 days. A typical July booking is made in late April.
July stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average 51 days 79 days 24 days
The 12-month figure of 61 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 Kill Devil Hills
None of the 1,224 active listings in Kill Devil Hills 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 Kill Devil Hills.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Kill Devil Hills
AirROI's area guide picks eight Kill Devil Hills neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Nags Head Woods Preserve, Jockey's Ridge State Park and Kill Devil Hills Beach. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Nags Head Woods Preserve | A beautiful natural preserve offering hiking trails and stunning scenery. Great for nature lovers and families looking for outdoor activities. | Hiking Trails, Bird Watching, Wildlife Observations, Scenic Views |
| Jockey's Ridge State Park | Home to the tallest sand dune on the East Coast, Jockey's Ridge is perfect for outdoor sports and unique landscapes. Ideal for adventure seekers and families. | Hang Gliding, Dune Climbing, Nature Trails, Sunset Views |
| Kill Devil Hills Beach | Perfect for beachgoers looking for sun and surf. Close proximity to local dining and entertainment makes it a popular choice. | Public Beaches, Water Sports, Nearby Restaurants, Beachfront Activities |
| Wright Brothers National Memorial | A significant historical site where the Wright brothers conducted their first flight, attracting history enthusiasts and families. | Visitor Center, Monument, Historical Exhibits, Flight Path |
| Avalon Fishing Pier | A popular fishing spot known for its stunning views and great catches, attracting both fishermen and casual visitors. | Fishing Opportunities, Beach Access, Scenic Views |
| Elizabethan Gardens | A beautifully landscaped garden that offers tranquility and natural beauty, perfect for couples and families looking for a peaceful outing. | Flower Gardens, Walking Trails, Historic Architecture, Events and Exhibits |
| Outer Banks Brewing Station | Popular local brewery and restaurant, often visited by tourists seeking local cuisine and craft beers. | Craft Beer, Local Food, Live Music, Outdoor Seating |
| Whalebone Junction | A central hub for shopping, dining, and entertainment, providing easy access to various Outer Banks attractions. | Shopping Centers, Restaurants, Local Shops, Entertainment Venues |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Kill Devil Hills Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Almost every Airbnb in Kill Devil Hills is an entire home: 96% of listings, with private rooms at 4%. Houses are the most common property type at 70%, about three times the share of apartments and condos (24%).
Nearly all listings rent the whole place
Kill Devil Hills Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 96%
- Private room 4%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 95.9% | 1,174 |
| Private room | 4.1% | 50 |
Listings by property type
Kill Devil Hills Airbnb listings by property type
- House 70%
- Apartment/Condo 24%
- Others 4%
- Hotel/Boutique 3%
- Cabin/Outdoor <1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 69.9% | 856 |
| Apartment/Condo | 23.8% | 291 |
| Others | 3.5% | 43 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 2.5% | 31 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 0.2% | 3 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Kill Devil Hills Have?
Most Kill Devil Hills homes are built for groups: 62% of entire homes have three or more bedrooms, and three-bedroom homes are the most common size (37%). Shares are of the 1,160 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Kill Devil Hills entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
1%
11%
26%
37%
18%
6%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 1.5% | 17 |
| 1 bedroom | 11.0% | 127 |
| 2 bedrooms | 25.8% | 299 |
| 3 bedrooms | 37.3% | 432 |
| 4 bedrooms | 18.0% | 209 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 6.4% | 74 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Kill Devil Hills
A typical studio in Kill Devil Hills earned $26,500 over the past year, against $79,100 for a home with five or more bedrooms.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 17 | $26,500 | $26,400 | $172 | 52% |
| 1 bedroom | 127 | $26,200 | $28,200 | $206 | 47% |
| 2 bedrooms | 299 | $34,900 | $36,800 | $295 | 45% |
| 3 bedrooms | 432 | $38,600 | $41,800 | $342 | 43% |
| 4 bedrooms | 209 | $47,300 | $52,900 | $478 | 40% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 74 | $79,100 | $94,500 | $819 | 42% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Kill Devil Hills Sleep?
Kill Devil Hills is a group-trip market: 34% of listings sleep eight or more guests, more than the share of the next most common size, six guests (29%).
Kill Devil Hills listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
10%
2%
18%
3%
29%
4%
34%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 10.0% | 118 |
| 3 guests | 1.9% | 23 |
| 4 guests | 17.7% | 209 |
| 5 guests | 3.1% | 37 |
| 6 guests | 28.7% | 339 |
| 7 guests | 4.5% | 53 |
| 8+ guests | 34.0% | 401 |
How Kill Devil Hills Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Kill Devil Hills hosts set up an average of 3.9 beds per listing. Only 43% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 43
- Beds per listing
- 3.9
- Show exact location
- 43%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Kill Devil Hills Offer?
Free on-site parking is close to standard in Kill Devil Hills: 99% of listings offer it.
Share of Kill Devil Hills listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Kill Devil Hills
Listings in Kill Devil Hills with a pool table earned about 80% more a year, on average, than those without: $73,600 against $40,900. The gap is smaller for arcade games (about 65% more) and a hot tub (about 55% more). 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 Kill Devil Hills 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool table | 5% | $73,600 | $40,900 | +80% |
| Arcade games | 3% | $69,200 | $41,700 | +66% |
| Hot tub | 24% | $58,400 | $37,800 | +55% |
| Ping pong table | 4% | $61,600 | $41,800 | +47% |
| Indoor fireplace | 14% | $58,900 | $40,000 | +47% |
| Elevator | 11% | $59,400 | $40,500 | +47% |
| Ocean view | 9% | $59,400 | $41,000 | +45% |
| Pool view | 2% | $60,200 | $42,300 | +42% |
| Game console | 3% | $58,300 | $42,100 | +38% |
| Waterfront | 15% | $55,200 | $40,300 | +37% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Kill Devil Hills?
Kill Devil Hills draws mostly domestic guests: 98% of those who left reviews live in the United States. No single city dominates: Richmond is the largest source, at about 4% of reviews. English is spoken by 75% of guests, and Spanish by 10%.
98% of Kill Devil Hills guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 98%
- International 2%
Where Kill Devil Hills guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Richmond | 4.3% |
| Raleigh | 3.1% |
| Washington | 2.6% |
| Virginia Beach | 2.3% |
| Charlotte | 1.4% |
Where Kill Devil Hills guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 97.9% |
| Germany | 0.5% |
| United Kingdom | 0.3% |
| Canada | 0.3% |
Languages spoken by Kill Devil Hills guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 75.2% |
| Spanish | 10.3% |
| French | 3.2% |
| German | 1.8% |
| Portuguese | 1.1% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Kill Devil Hills?
Kill Devil Hills Airbnbs average 4.81 stars, and 54% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.73, against 4.92 for check-in.
Check-in scores highest in Kill Devil Hills; 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 | 4.85 |
| Cleanliness | 4.76 |
| Communication | 4.87 |
| Location | 4.89 |
| Check-in | 4.92 |
| Value | 4.73 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Kill Devil Hills: Stays, Rules and Fees
84% of Kill Devil Hills listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 17% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 91 to 180 days a year, covering 42% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Kill Devil Hills listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 44%
- 181-270 days 40%
- 91-180 days 15%
- 31-90 days 2%
- 1-30 days <1%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 43.5% | 533 |
| 181-270 days | 40.1% | 491 |
| 91-180 days | 14.7% | 180 |
| 31-90 days | 1.6% | 19 |
| 1-30 days | 0.1% | 1 |
Days a year Kill Devil Hills listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 2%
- 181-270 days 15%
- 91-180 days 42%
- 31-90 days 28%
- 1-30 days 13%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 2.0% | 24 |
| 181-270 days | 14.8% | 181 |
| 91-180 days | 42.2% | 516 |
| 31-90 days | 28.4% | 348 |
| 1-30 days | 12.7% | 155 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Kill Devil Hills?
The average Kill Devil Hills booking lasts 4.9 nights, longest in July and shortest in November. Listings took about 24 bookings each over the year, some 28,500 in all. Nearly eight in ten listings that give a check-in time set it at 4 p.m., with check-out usually at 10 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Kill Devil Hills
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 4.5 nights 5.4 nights 3.7 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Kill Devil Hills Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
45% of listings in Kill Devil Hills accept stays of one or two nights; the most common minimum is three nights.
Minimum stay set by Kill Devil Hills 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 Kill Devil Hills?
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Kill Devil Hills, used by 43% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: about eight in ten listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 17% on Flexible or Moderate.
Cancellation policies of Kill Devil Hills listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Kill Devil Hills?
Nearly all Kill Devil Hills listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is $201, and some higher fees lift the average to $299. Spread over the average stay of 4.9 nights, that adds roughly $40 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 12% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- $201
- Average cleaning fee
- $299
- Listings charging a fee
- 96.3%
- Share of gross revenue
- 11.5%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Kill Devil Hills
The top-grossing Airbnb in Kill Devil Hills, a 12-bedroom home, took in $359,000 over the past year, about 8.4 times the city's average of $42,600. All six listings below have five or more bedrooms, so the top of this market belongs to large homes.
Park Place: Oceanfront, Pets OK, Pool, Hot Tub Entire home · 12 bedrooms Rated 4.60 
Imperial Palace Pool + Oceanfront + Pets Stay Free Entire home · 12 bedrooms Rated 4.27 - Revenue
- $286,403
- Occupancy
- 39.9%
- Daily rate
- $1,788
Sleeps 28 | Beachfront w/ Pool, Hot Tub, Game Room Entire home · 14 bedrooms Rated 4.40 - Revenue
- $272,101
- Occupancy
- 42.2%
- Daily rate
- $1,687
Lotus House Pets Stay Free +Private Pool Entire home · 7 bedrooms Rated 4.62 - Revenue
- $233,353
- Occupancy
- 46.4%
- Daily rate
- $1,252
Wright House - 8BR Oceanfront Home & Private Pool Entire home · 8 bedrooms Rated 4.77 - Revenue
- $224,770
- Occupancy
- 64.6%
- Daily rate
- $846
Ocean View | Hot Tub + Fire Pit + Beach Access Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- $213,948
- Occupancy
- 65.0%
- Daily rate
- $774
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Kill Devil Hills?
Village Realty is the top-grossing host in Kill Devil Hills, with $4.40 million in bookings across 83 listings over the past year. Together, the ten top-grossing hosts run 31% of the market's 1,224 listings. Per listing, a smaller operator earns more: Connor grossed $135,000 per listing, about 2.5 times Village Realty's $53,000.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Village Realty | 83 | $4,398,709 | $52,996 | 4.50/5 | |
| Kees Vacations | 101 | $4,002,461 | $39,628 | 4.46/5 | |
| Sharp Stays By Katie | 29 | $1,779,052 | $61,347 | 4.90/5 | |
| 4 | Seaside Vacations | 60 | $1,618,791 | $26,980 | 4.51/5 |
| 5 | James | 15 | $1,013,947 | $67,596 | 4.75/5 |
| 6 | Olga | 19 | $1,010,602 | $53,190 | 4.66/5 |
| 7 | Jeff @ First Flight Rentals OB… | 29 | $913,700 | $31,507 | 4.74/5 |
| 8 | Nicki | 17 | $835,564 | $49,151 | 4.98/5 |
| 9 | Coastal Carolina Vacations | 17 | $733,076 | $43,122 | 4.71/5 |
| 10 | Connor | 5 | $675,400 | $135,080 | 4.97/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Kill Devil Hills?
Professional management companies run 30% of Kill Devil Hills listings and owners run the rest, though 36% of listings have a co-host. Superhosts run 53% 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 95% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 53.4%
- Professional management
- 29.7%
- Cohosted listings
- 35.9%
- Instant Book enabled
- 54.1%
- Simplified Pricing
- 94.8%
Largest Airbnb Management Companies in Kill Devil Hills
14 management companies run five or more active Airbnb listings in Kill Devil Hills, and companies run 38% of its Airbnb homes. Kees Vacations is the largest, with 101 listings and an average guest rating of 4.53; the next largest are First Flight Rentals OB, Sharp Stays By Katie, James and Evolve. Among the five largest, Sharp Stays By Katie's homes rate highest, at 4.88.
The five largest run 15% of Kill Devil Hills's Airbnb homes
Share of Kill Devil Hills's Airbnb homes each company runs as host or co-host
- Kees Vacations 8% · 101
- First Flight Rentals OB 2% · 29
- Sharp Stays By Katie 2% · 29
- James 2% · 20
- Evolve 1% · 14
- All other listings 85%
Listings each company runs as host or co-host, 12 months to October 2026. Guest ratings average each listing's Airbnb rating, weighted by its reviews.
See the largest management companies in North Carolina, ranked by homes, guest rating and growth.
Nearby markets
Kill Devil Hills vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 53 km, Corolla (38 km away) earned the most per listing, about 40% more than Kill Devil Hills.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colington 4 km | 59 | $29,039 | $319 | 37% |
| Kitty Hawk 8 km | 444 | $48,938 | $399 | 44% |
| Nags Head 11 km | 904 | $54,564 | $500 | 40% |
| Southern Shores 13 km | 168 | $56,416 | $498 | 43% |
| Manteo 13 km | 182 | $33,381 | $312 | 36% |
| Duck 18 km | 285 | $57,936 | $518 | 42% |
| Corolla 38 km | 784 | $59,537 | $600 | 38% |
| Rodanthe 53 km | 192 | $54,164 | $479 | 41% |
Other Airbnb Markets in North Carolina
- Charlotte Airbnb data 3,646 listings
- Asheville Airbnb data 1,836 listings
- Raleigh Airbnb data 1,764 listings
- Carolina Beach Airbnb data 1,684 listings
- Wilmington Airbnb data 1,619 listings
- Oak Island Airbnb data 1,615 listings
- Durham Airbnb data 1,187 listings
- Bryson City Airbnb data 984 listings
See all 298 North Carolina Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Kill Devil Hills
Markets elsewhere in the United States with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Kill Devil Hills:
- Camden Airbnb data ME · $359/night · 43.6%
- Post Falls Airbnb data ID · $352/night · 43.4%
- Traverse City Airbnb data MI · $352/night · 43.0%
- Pigeon Forge Airbnb data TN · $368/night · 43.3%
- Monte Rio Airbnb data CA · $367/night · 43.1%
- Charlottesville Airbnb data VA · $345/night · 43.2%
FAQ
Kill Devil Hills Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Kill Devil Hills?
An active Kill Devil Hills Airbnb grossed $42,624 on average in the 12 months to October 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 1,224 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $6,180 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Kill Devil Hills?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Kill Devil Hills listings earn between $2,270 and $6,180 in a typical month, and the top tenth $9,120 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
What is the average Airbnb occupancy rate in Kill Devil Hills?
Listings in Kill Devil Hills were booked on 43% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 40% for the North Carolina average. July is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Kill Devil Hills?
The average booked night in Kill Devil Hills cost $357 before fees. Half of listings charge between $230 and $415, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Kill Devil Hills?
None of the active Kill Devil Hills listings display a registration, permit or license number. That doesn't mean no rules apply, so confirm registration, permit and occupancy-tax rules with the city or county before buying.
Is Airbnb profitable in Kill Devil Hills?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Kill Devil Hills Airbnb grossed $42,624 in the 12 months to October 2026, 23% above the North Carolina average of $34,622. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, $26,474 a year (about $2,210 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 $3,520 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Kill Devil Hills?
July usually pays best, averaging $11,000 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 Kill Devil Hills?
Each night a Kill Devil Hills listing was open to book earned $176 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 $303 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Kill Devil Hills?
Kill Devil Hills stays were booked 61 days (about nine weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so a listing that opens its calendar late misses many bookings.
How long do guests stay at Airbnbs in Kill Devil Hills?
The average Kill Devil Hills Airbnb stay lasted 4.9 nights over the past year. A listing took 24 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Kill Devil Hills rated?
Guests rate Kill Devil Hills Airbnbs 4.81 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Kill Devil Hills?
Nags Head Woods Preserve, Jockey's Ridge State Park and Kill Devil Hills Beach draw the most short-term rental interest in Kill Devil Hills. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Kill Devil Hills?
AirROI counted 1,224 active Airbnb listings in Kill Devil Hills as of October 2026. The closest tracked market is Colington, 4 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Kill Devil Hills?
In Kill Devil Hills, nearly all listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is $201, and some higher fees lift the average to $299.
How many tourists visit Kill Devil Hills, NC?
All of North Carolina had nearly 40 million domestic visitors in 2024, the North Carolina Office of the Governor reports. AirROI estimates 28,483 Airbnb stays in Kill Devil Hills, NC in the 12 months to October 2026, which counts bookings and not tourists. See North Carolina tourism statistics.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 1,224 active Airbnb listings in Kill Devil Hills from November 2025 to October 2026 (trailing twelve months). AirROI refreshes them monthly from listing-level booking and calendar data covering 20+ million properties worldwide. Money figures are in U.S. dollars. Annual revenue averages every listing active during the period, including those listed for only part of it; monthly figures average the listings active in each month; the tier lists show the spread. Neighborhood descriptions are AI-assisted. See the methodology for definitions.
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