Airbnb market data · 202612 months to October 2026

Lexington, NC Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends

Source: AirROI Reviewed by , Founder @ AirROI Updated

Active Airbnb listings
140
Avg. booking lead time
42 days
Listings showing a permit
0%
Peak revenue month
July
Lowest revenue month
January

The short answer

Lexington Airbnb Market at a Glance

Lexington is priced below the North Carolina average. Listings averaged $260 a night, about 19% less than that average of $320, and were booked on 40% of available nights, close to its 40% occupancy.

Timing matters: in July, usually the best month, the average listing earns about three times as much as in January, usually the slowest.

With 140 active listings, Lexington is the 80th-largest of 298 North Carolina markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 10% while the number of active listings grew 16%.

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Revenue

How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Lexington?

Gross bookings per Lexington listing averaged $29,327 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 Lexington listing brings in $5,140 in July, its best month, and $1,730 in January, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 35% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.

In a typical month, a top-quarter listing earns at least 3.2 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $6,620+ a month, about 2.3 times the typical property.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn $4,670 or more, roughly $1,800 a month above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about $2,830 a month.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $1,450 or less, about half of the median.

These are monthly figures for listings active in each month. The annual average above also counts listings that operated for only part of the year, so it runs below twelve times these figures.

July earns about three times what January 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.

Lexington 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, while nightly rates and bookings both peaked in June 2026.

Average monthly Airbnb revenue, occupancy, nightly rate, RevPAR, booking lead time and length of stay per active listing in Lexington, Oct 2025 to Sep 2026
MonthAvg. RevenueOccupancyAvg. Nightly RateRevPARBooking Lead TimeAvg. Length of Stay
Oct 2025$4,01447.3%$261$12947 days4 nights
Nov 2025$3,05039.8%$253$10245 days3.4 nights
Dec 2025$2,94538.3%$255$9545 days4.5 nights
Jan 2026$1,90226.9%$244$6119 days4.1 nights
Feb 2026$1,90031.4%$239$6824 days4.4 nights
Mar 2026$2,70238.2%$242$8721 days4.4 nights
Apr 2026$3,43843.4%$255$11547 days4.5 nights
May 2026$3,79644.5%$261$12246 days4.4 nights
Jun 2026$4,67452.4%$266$15651 days4.5 nights
Jul 2026$5,09849.8%$264$16467 days4.6 nights
Aug 2026$4,22151.8%$257$13650 days4.4 nights
Sep 2026$3,39643.3%$250$11338 days3.1 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.

For a figure on one home rather than the whole Lexington market, enter its address and size in the Airbnb calculator, which compares it with similar listings nearby.

Profit

Is an Airbnb in Lexington Profitable?

Yes, when it's run well. The average Lexington Airbnb took in $29,327 in the 12 months to October 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $1,470 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 $2,450 a month.

Cleaning it yourself keeps the $4,090 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $1,810 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $1,260 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.

Lexington Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year

A year of income, running costs and what is left for housing costs for an average and a top-quarter Lexington Airbnb
LineAverage listingTop-quarter listing
Money in
Nightly bookings$25,237$41,700
Cleaning fees guests pay14% of Lexington bookings$4,090$6,750
Gross bookings$29,327$48,450
Running costs
Airbnb's feeAbout 15%: 15.5% for the 92% of Lexington listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest−$4,260−$7,030
Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself−$4,090−$6,750
Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings−$1,470−$2,420
Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2%−$590−$970
Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3%−$880−$1,450
Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover−$290−$290
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 26% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee−$11,730−$19,060
Left for housing costs, then profit$17,597about $1,470 a month$29,390about $2,450 a month
Housing costs
Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo feesDepend on the home

Estimate Your Own Lexington Airbnb Profit

The estimate starts from Lexington'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 Lexington 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 Lexington's Top Earners Get There

  • More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Lexington listings are booked on 61% or more of their nights, against 39% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of $215 adds about $2,160 in bookings.
  • Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge $300 a night or more, against a median of $215. That is a separate ranking from the busiest quarter, so the two marks don't multiply into one listing's takings. For the average listing, a 10% higher rate on the nights it already books adds about $2,520 a year.
  • Open for the busy months. In a typical year, July brings the average listing about $5,140, against $1,730 in January, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
  • Reviews that stand out. Lexington listings average 4.89 stars, and 69% carry Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge, which guests can filter for.

What a listing keeps comes down to the figures this page measures: nightly rate, nights booked and the months it's open. A listing at the top-quarter mark takes in about $4,040 a month, against $2,440 for the average one.

Occupancy

What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Lexington?

Lexington listings were booked on 40% of the nights they were open over the past year, in line with the North Carolina average and in line with the U.S. average. In a typical year, occupancy swings from 28% in January to 53% in July.

The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 3.4 times as often as the bottom quarter.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 77%+ of open nights, 38 points above the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) fill 61% or more, roughly four nights a week.
  • Typical properties (median) fill about 39% of open nights.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 22% or less, under two nights a week.

July is usually the busiest month in Lexington, January the quietest

Share of open nights booked, by month, October 2024 to September 2026

The 12-month rate of 40% 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 Lexington?

The average nightly rate in Lexington, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $260 over the past year, about 19% below the North Carolina average of $320 and about 22% below the U.S. average of $335. In a typical year, rates peak in June and July at about $265 and bottom out in January at about $220.

The top 10% charge about 2.7 times the rate of the bottom quarter.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge $435+ a night, about twice the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) charge $300 or more, about $85 above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) charge about $215 a night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge $160 or less, about three-quarters of the median.

June rates run 20% above January's

Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026

The 12-month ADR of $260 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 Lexington?

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 Lexington it averaged $105 over the past year, from about $56 in a typical January to about $166 in a typical July.

Per open night, by tier:

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $198+ per open night, about 2.2 times the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn $131 or more, about $45 a night above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about $88 per open night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $56 or less, about two-thirds of the median.

July RevPAR is about three times January's

Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026

Seasonality

Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Lexington

Lexington has two high seasons, May–August and October, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest from November to March. A listing earns about 2.2 times as much a month in June through August as in December through February.

Average revenue by month in Lexington

Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years

Revenue by month in Lexington in numbers
Average monthly revenue per active listing in Lexington, by calendar month
MonthSeasonRevenue per listing
JanuaryLow season$1,730
FebruaryLow season$1,920
MarchLow season$2,660
AprilShoulder season$3,270
MayHigh season$3,630
JuneHigh season$4,550
JulyHigh season$5,140
AugustHigh season$4,240
SeptemberShoulder season$3,260
OctoberHigh season$3,640
NovemberLow season$2,810
DecemberLow season$2,560
Average monthly Airbnb revenue, occupancy and nightly rate in Lexington by season
SeasonRevenue per monthOccupancyNightly rate
High seasonMay–August$4,39050%$261
High seasonOctober$3,64050%$232
Shoulder seasonApril, September$3,26043%$248
Low seasonNovember–March$2,34038%$228

How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Lexington?

Guests book Lexington stays 42 days ahead on average (about six weeks). July stays are booked furthest out, about 62 days ahead, and January stays closest to arrival, about 18 days. A typical July booking is made in mid-May.

July stays are booked furthest ahead

Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, October 2024 to September 2026

The 12-month figure of 42 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 Lexington

None of the 140 active listings in Lexington 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 Lexington.

Neighborhoods

Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Lexington

AirROI's area guide picks eight Lexington neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Downtown Lexington, Lake Lexington and Historic District. The picks reflect guest appeal, not earnings data or permit eligibility, so check local permit rules for a specific address before buying.

Best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Lexington
AreaWho it suitsLandmarks nearby
Downtown LexingtonThe heart of Lexington known for its charming shops and restaurants. A growing hub for visitors exploring the local BBQ culture and enjoying city events.Richard Childress Racing, Davidson County Historical Museum, Lexington BBQ Festival, Downtown shops and restaurants, Live Music Venues
Lake LexingtonA picturesque area that offers recreational activities such as boating and fishing. Attracts families and nature enthusiasts looking to relax by the water.Lake Lexington, Fishing and boating, Picnic areas, Walking trails
Historic DistrictRich in history and characterized by beautiful historic homes. Perfect for tourists interested in Lexington's heritage and local architecture.Historic Homes Tour, Lexington Museum, County Courthouse, Historic Walks
Southwest LexingtonAn area known for its tranquil neighborhoods and proximity to parks. Ideal for families and longer-term stays.Druid Hills Park, Southwest community parks, Local dining options
North LexingtonA growing family-friendly neighborhood with access to newer developments and amenities. Attracts visitors looking for a suburban experience.Local grocery stores, Parks and playgrounds, Family-friendly restaurants
West LexingtonAn area showing revitalization with new businesses and restaurants. Good for tourists wanting to experience the newest local spots.Local breweries, Art galleries, Unique dining experiences
East LexingtonPopular for its quiet charm and easy access to outdoor activities. Great for visitors looking for a peaceful getaway close to nature.Close proximity to hiking trails, Natural parks, Small town charm
Lexington's BBQ AlleyFamous for its barbecue establishments and festivals. Attracts food lovers and tourists who want to experience the best of North Carolina BBQ culture.BBQ restaurants, Annual BBQ festival, Culinary tours

Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.

Listings

Lexington Airbnb Listings by Type and Size

Almost every Airbnb in Lexington is an entire home: 99% of listings, with private rooms at 1%. Houses account for 83% of the stock; hotels, guesthouses and B&Bs come next at 6%.

Nearly all listings rent the whole place

Lexington Airbnb listings by room type

  • Entire home 99%
  • Private room 1%
Room types in numbers
Lexington Airbnb listings by room type
Room typeShare of listingsListings
Entire home98.6%138
Private room1.4%2

Houses dominate the property mix

Lexington Airbnb listings by property type

  • House 83%
  • Hotel/Boutique 6%
  • Cabin/Outdoor 5%
  • Apartment/Condo 4%
  • Others 2%
Property types in numbers
Lexington Airbnb listings by property type
Property typeShare of listingsListings
House82.9%116
Hotel/Boutique5.7%8
Cabin/Outdoor5.0%7
Apartment/Condo4.3%6
Others2.1%3

How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Lexington Have?

Most Lexington homes are built for groups: 53% of entire homes have three or more bedrooms, though two-bedroom homes are the most common single size (37%).

Lexington entire homes by number of bedrooms

Entire homes with each number of bedrooms

Bedroom counts in numbers
Lexington entire homes by number of bedrooms
BedroomsShare of entire homesEntire homes
1 bedroom10.3%14
2 bedrooms36.8%50
3 bedrooms33.8%46
4 bedrooms13.2%18
5+ bedrooms5.9%8

What Each Home Size Earns in Lexington

A typical one-bedroom home in Lexington earned $12,900 over the past year, against $35,000 for a four-bedroom home.

What each home size earns in Lexington
Home sizeListingsTypical annual revenue (median)Average annual revenueAvg. nightly rateOccupancy
1 bedroom14$12,900$19,800$14944%
2 bedrooms50$17,400$21,700$19538%
3 bedrooms46$26,000$29,300$28138%
4 bedrooms18$35,000$50,100$37645%

How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Lexington Sleep?

Lexington 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 (28%).

Lexington listings by guest capacity

Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep

Guest capacity in numbers
Lexington listings by guest capacity
Guest capacityShare of listingsListings
2 guests5.1%7
3 guests2.2%3
4 guests19.6%27
5 guests7.2%10
6 guests28.3%39
7 guests3.6%5
8+ guests34.1%47

How Lexington Airbnb Listings Are Set Up

Lexington hosts set up an average of 4.1 beds per listing. Only 31% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.

Photos per listing
35
Beds per listing
4.1
Show exact location
31%

What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Lexington Offer?

Fire pits are common in Lexington: 59% of listings have one, and 56% offer lake access.

Share of Lexington listings with each common amenity

  • Free parking on premises Nearly all
  • Air conditioning Nearly all
  • Wifi 99%
  • Heating 96%
  • TV 96%
  • Smoke alarm 96%
  • Bed linens 91%
  • Microwave 91%
  • Hot water 91%
  • Kitchen 90%

Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Lexington

Listings in Lexington with a kayak earned about 2.2 times as much a year, on average, as those without: $45,300 against $20,200. The gap is smaller for a barbecue grill (about twice as much) and a hot tub (about 85% 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 Lexington 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

  • Kayak +124% on 36% of listings
  • BBQ grill +99% on 66% of listings
  • Hot tub +87% on 14% of listings
  • Boat slip +85% on 32% of listings
  • Ping pong table +81% on 9% of listings
  • Lake access +81% on 56% of listings
  • Sound system +79% on 12% of listings
  • Fire pit +77% on 59% of listings
  • Waterfront +74% on 51% of listings
  • Outdoor dining area +57% on 61% of listings
Revenue by amenity in numbers
Average annual revenue of Lexington listings with and without each amenity
AmenityListings with itAvg. revenue withAvg. revenue withoutRevenue gap
Kayak36%$45,300$20,200+124%
BBQ grill66%$35,300$17,800+99%
Hot tub14%$49,100$26,200+87%
Boat slip32%$42,600$23,000+85%
Ping pong table9%$49,300$27,300+81%
Lake access56%$36,500$20,200+81%
Sound system12%$47,900$26,800+79%
Fire pit59%$35,700$20,100+77%
Waterfront51%$37,100$21,400+74%
Outdoor dining area61%$34,100$21,700+57%

Guests

Who Books Airbnbs in Lexington?

Lexington draws mostly domestic guests: 98% of those who left reviews live in the United States. No single city dominates: Charlotte is the largest source outside Lexington, at about 5% of reviews. English is spoken by 77% of guests, and Spanish by 12%.

98% of Lexington guests are domestic

Where guests who left reviews live

  • Domestic 98%
  • International 2%

Where Lexington guests come from: top cities

Share of guests who left reviews

  • Charlotte 5%
  • Raleigh 4%
  • Lexington 4%
  • Greensboro 3%
  • Wilmington 2%
Top origin cities in numbers
Where Lexington guests come from: top cities
Origin cityShare of guests
Charlotte4.6%
Raleigh4.5%
Lexington3.9%
Greensboro2.5%
Wilmington2.0%

Where Lexington guests come from: top countries

Share of guests who left reviews

  • United States 98%
  • Germany 0%
  • United Kingdom 0%
  • Canada 0%
Top origin countries in numbers
Where Lexington guests come from: top countries
Origin countryShare of guests
United States98.2%
Germany0.3%
United Kingdom0.3%
Canada0.2%

Languages spoken by Lexington guests

Share of guests who left reviews

  • English 77%
  • Spanish 12%
  • French 2%
  • German 2%
  • Chinese 1%
Top languages in numbers
Languages spoken by Lexington guests
LanguageShare of guests
English77.2%
Spanish12.2%
French2.1%
German1.6%
Chinese1.4%

What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Lexington?

Lexington Airbnbs average 4.89 stars, and 69% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and value for money is the lowest, at 4.83.

Check-in scores highest in Lexington; value is lowest

Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0

  • Accuracy 4.90
  • Cleanliness 4.86
  • Communication 4.94
  • Location 4.88
  • Check-in 4.96
  • Value 4.83
Category scores in numbers
Lexington guest ratings by category
CategoryAverage rating (out of 5)
Accuracy4.90
Cleanliness4.86
Communication4.94
Location4.88
Check-in4.96
Value4.83

Booking patterns

How Guests Book in Lexington: Stays, Rules and Fees

84% of Lexington listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 18% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 91 to 180 days a year, covering 41% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.

Days a year Lexington listings are open to guests

Share of listings by days a year

  • 271-366 days 43%
  • 181-270 days 41%
  • 91-180 days 13%
  • 31-90 days 2%
  • 1-30 days <1%
Open days in numbers
Days a year Lexington listings are open to guests
Days a yearShare of listingsListings
271-366 days42.9%60
181-270 days41.4%58
91-180 days12.9%18
31-90 days2.1%3
1-30 days0.7%1

Days a year Lexington listings are booked or blocked

Share of listings by days a year

  • 271-366 days 3%
  • 181-270 days 15%
  • 91-180 days 41%
  • 31-90 days 25%
  • 1-30 days 16%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
Days a year Lexington listings are booked or blocked
Days a yearShare of listingsListings
271-366 days2.9%4
181-270 days15.0%21
91-180 days40.7%57
31-90 days25.0%35
1-30 days16.4%23

What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Lexington?

The average Lexington booking lasts 4.6 nights, longest in April and shortest in October. Listings took about 26 bookings each over the year, some 3,590 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 Lexington

Average nights per booking, by month of stay

Two-year average by calendar month.

Lexington Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements

Nearly eight in ten listings in Lexington accept stays of one or two nights.

Minimum stay set by Lexington listings

Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more

  • 1 Night 30% 42 listings
  • 2 Nights 48% 67 listings
  • 3 Nights 16% 22 listings
  • 4-6 Nights 2% 3 listings
  • 7-29 Nights 4% 5 listings
  • 30+ Nights 1% 1 listing

What Cancellation Policies Do Airbnb Hosts Use in Lexington?

Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Lexington, used by 36% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. About half of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms and 44% use Firm or stricter ones, so neither camp dominates.

Cancellation policies of Lexington listings, from most to least flexible

Share of listings by the policy they use

  • Flexible 21% 29 listings
  • Moderate 29% 41 listings
  • Limited 6% 8 listings
  • Firm 36% 51 listings
  • Strict 8% 11 listings

How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Lexington?

More than nine in ten Lexington listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is about $143. Spread over the average stay of 4.6 nights, that adds roughly $30 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 14% of gross revenue.

Median cleaning fee
$143
Average cleaning fee
$162
Listings charging a fee
92.1%
Share of gross revenue
13.9%

Top earners

Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Lexington

The top-grossing Airbnb in Lexington, a five-bedroom home, took in $135,000 over the past year, about 4.6 times the city's average of $29,300.

Sunset House
Outdoor living, Dock, & View Sunset House Outdoor living, Dock, & View Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.95
Revenue
$134,685
Occupancy
79.3%
Daily rate
$447
Leeloo’s on the Lake – Sleeps 12 Leeloo’s on the Lake – Sleeps 12 Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.81
Revenue
$113,566
Occupancy
48.2%
Daily rate
$564
2 Stunning Lakefront Homes: Docks/Fire Pits/Kayaks 2 Stunning Lakefront Homes: Docks/Fire Pits/Kayaks Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Revenue
$111,911
Occupancy
48.6%
Daily rate
$537
Luxury on High Rock Lake: Great for Groups! Luxury on High Rock Lake: Great for Groups! Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.61
Revenue
$91,164
Occupancy
42.3%
Daily rate
$668
Dockside Retreat *Lakefront* Dockside Retreat *Lakefront* Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.98
Revenue
$85,496
Occupancy
56.7%
Daily rate
$412
Dockside Dream – Your Perfect Waterfront Escape Dockside Dream – Your Perfect Waterfront Escape Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Revenue
$81,916
Occupancy
48.8%
Daily rate
$547

Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Lexington?

Rikky & Tanya is the top-grossing host in Lexington, with $360,000 in bookings across 6 listings over the past year. Together, the ten top-grossing hosts run 17% of the market's 140 listings.

Top Airbnb hosts in Lexington by revenue
#HostListingsGross revenuePer listingAvg. rating
Rikky & Tanya6$360,284$60,0474.97/5
Evolve8$193,375$24,1724.77/5
Kris1$134,685$134,6854.95/5
4Blake Account 12$124,244$62,1224.86/5
5Grand Welcome Charlotte & Lake…1$113,566$113,5664.81/5
6Terry2$95,035$47,5184.99/5
7Taylore1$91,164$91,1644.61/5
8Victoria1$85,496$85,4964.98/5
9Blake Account 21$81,916$81,9165.00/5
10Jimmy1$80,278$80,2784.96/5

Account numbers mark separate host accounts that share a display name.

Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Lexington?

Only 11% of Lexington listings are classed as professionally managed, though 43% of listings have a co-host. 59% of listings are run by Superhosts, so a strong review record is the norm here rather than an edge. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 92% of listings.

Superhosts
58.6%
Professional management
11.4%
Cohosted listings
42.9%
Instant Book enabled
31.4%
Simplified Pricing
92.1%

Nearby markets

Lexington vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets

Lexington out-earns every one of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 42 km; the best of them, New London, averaged about 12% less per listing. Asheboro and Kannapolis were the busiest, each booked on 45% of nights against 40% in Lexington.

Airbnb markets near Lexington: distance, revenue, nightly rate and occupancy
MarketListingsAvg. annual revenueAvg. nightly rateOccupancy
Salisbury 18 km82$22,618$20641%
Thomasville 22 km33$16,931$22438%
New London 31 km75$25,936$27535%
Clemmons 33 km35$15,337$17535%
High Point 37 km376$25,625$27239%
Winston-Salem 40 km737$20,561$19541%
Asheboro 41 km66$24,887$16745%
Kannapolis 42 km92$24,332$19645%

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FAQ

Lexington Airbnb FAQ

How much do Airbnb hosts make in Lexington?

An active Lexington Airbnb grossed $29,327 on average in the 12 months to October 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 140 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $4,670 or more in a typical month.

How much can I make on Airbnb in Lexington?

It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Lexington listings earn between $1,450 and $4,670 in a typical month, and the top tenth $6,620 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 Lexington?

Listings in Lexington were booked on 40% 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 Lexington?

The average booked night in Lexington cost $260 before fees. Half of listings charge between $160 and $300, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.

Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Lexington?

None of the active Lexington 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 Lexington?

Yes, when it's run well. The average Lexington Airbnb grossed $29,327 in the 12 months to October 2026, 15% below 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, $17,597 a year (about $1,470 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 $2,450 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.

When is Airbnb peak season in Lexington?

July usually pays best, averaging $5,140 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 Lexington?

Each night a Lexington listing was open to book earned $105 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 $198 or more.

How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Lexington?

Lexington stays were booked 42 days (about six weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so most of a month is booked well before it starts.

How long do guests stay at Airbnbs in Lexington?

The average Lexington Airbnb stay lasted 4.6 nights over the past year. A listing took 26 reservations over the year on average.

How are Airbnbs in Lexington rated?

Guests rate Lexington Airbnbs 4.89 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and value lowest.

What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Lexington?

Downtown Lexington, Lake Lexington and Historic District draw the most short-term rental interest in Lexington. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.

How many Airbnbs are there in Lexington?

AirROI counted 140 active Airbnb listings in Lexington as of October 2026. The closest tracked market is Salisbury, 18 km away.

How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Lexington?

In Lexington, more than nine in ten listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about $143.

How many tourists visit Lexington, NC?

All of North Carolina had nearly 40 million domestic visitors in 2024, the North Carolina Office of the Governor reports. AirROI estimates 3,594 Airbnb stays in Lexington, NC in the 12 months to October 2026, which counts bookings and not tourists. See North Carolina tourism statistics.

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About This Data

Figures on this page cover 140 active Airbnb listings in Lexington 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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