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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to October 2026
Columbia, SC Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Columbia brought in $23,703 over the 12 months through October 2026, about 41% less than the South Carolina average of $40,061.
The short answer
Columbia Airbnb Market at a Glance
Columbia is cheaper but busier than the South Carolina average. Listings averaged $205 a night and were booked on 43% of available nights, against $370 and 40% for the South Carolina average.
October, usually the best month, brings in about 55% more per listing than January, usually the slowest.
With 877 active listings, Columbia is the eighth-largest of 117 South Carolina markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 3% while the number of active listings grew 6%.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Columbia?
Gross bookings per Columbia listing averaged $23,703 over the 12 months to October 2026 (South Carolina average: $40,061), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Columbia listing brings in $3,190 in October, its best month, and $2,060 in January, its slowest. September runs within 1% of October, so either can come out on top in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 28% 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 3.1 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $5,770+ a month, about 2.4 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $3,910 or more, roughly $1,500 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $2,380 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $1,250 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.
October earns about 1.5 times what January does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average $2,800 $3,590 $1,890
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.
Columbia 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.
October 2025 led on revenue. Nightly rates peaked in November 2025 and bookings in March 2026, so the best-paying month is not always the busiest or the priciest.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | $3,588 | 50.5% | $214 | $116 | 67 days | 3.3 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $3,182 | 44.9% | $217 | $106 | 52 days | 4 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $2,590 | 42.4% | $199 | $84 | 30 days | 4.6 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $2,244 | 39.1% | $191 | $72 | 21 days | 6.4 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $2,570 | 47.4% | $193 | $92 | 27 days | 5.9 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $3,109 | 52.5% | $194 | $100 | 26 days | 5.2 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $2,974 | 46.1% | $205 | $99 | 37 days | 5 nights |
| May 2026 | $2,981 | 43.3% | $205 | $96 | 70 days | 4.5 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $2,780 | 48.9% | $185 | $93 | 25 days | 5.4 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $2,960 | 46.2% | $188 | $95 | 31 days | 7.3 nights |
| Aug 2026 | $2,867 | 46.7% | $196 | $92 | 35 days | 4.8 nights |
| Sep 2026 | $3,307 | 46.6% | $213 | $110 | 53 days | 3.3 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.
Location, size and how a home is run move its income far more than a city average shows. For a range on one Columbia address, run it through the Airbnb calculator.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Columbia Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Columbia Airbnb took in $23,703 in the 12 months to October 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $1,230 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 $2,030 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $2,950 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $1,470 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $1,050 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.
Columbia Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | $20,753 | $34,000 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay12% of Columbia bookings | $2,950 | $4,830 |
| Gross bookings | $23,703 | $38,830 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 14%: 15.5% for the 87% of Columbia listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$3,290 | −$5,380 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$2,950 | −$4,830 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$1,190 | −$1,940 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$470 | −$780 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$710 | −$1,160 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −$240 | −$240 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −$120 | −$120 |
| Management$0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings | $0 | $0 |
| Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free | $0 | $0 |
| Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on | $0 | $0 |
| Total running costsAbout 25% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −$8,970 | −$14,450 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $14,733about $1,230 a month | $24,380about $2,030 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Columbia Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Columbia'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 Columbia 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 Columbia's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Columbia listings are booked on 66% or more of their nights, against 46% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of $160 adds about $1,600 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge $240 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 $2,080 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, October brings the average listing about $3,190, against $2,060 in January, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Columbia listings average 4.79 stars, and 40% 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 $3,240 a month, against $1,980 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Columbia?
Columbia listings were booked on 43% of the nights they were open over the past year, 3 percentage points above the South Carolina average (40%) and 2 points above the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 54% in October and falls to 41% in January.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 3.2 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 80%+ of open nights, 34 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 66% or more, roughly five nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 46% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 25% or less, under two nights a week.
October is usually the busiest month in Columbia, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average 48% 57% 39%
The 12-month rate of 43% 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 Columbia?
The average nightly rate in Columbia, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $205 over the past year, about 45% below the South Carolina average of $370 and about 39% below the U.S. average of $335. In a typical year, rates peak in September at about $215 and bottom out in January at about $175.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 3.2 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge $350+ a night, about 2.2 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge $240 or more, about $80 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about $160 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge $110 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
September rates run 23% above January's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average $190 $217 $154
The 12-month ADR of $205 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 Columbia?
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 Columbia it averaged $87 over the past year, from about $67 in a typical January to about $106 in a typical September.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $168+ per open night, about 2.2 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $114 or more, about $40 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $75 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $43 or less, about 57% of the median.
September RevPAR is about 1.6 times January's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average $92 $116 $61
The 12-month RevPAR of $87 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 Columbia
Columbia has one high season, August through October, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest from December to February.
Average revenue by month in Columbia
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average $2,800 $3,190 $2,060
Revenue by month in Columbia in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | $2,060 |
| February | Low season | $2,450 |
| March | Shoulder season | $2,830 |
| April | Shoulder season | $2,870 |
| May | Shoulder season | $2,840 |
| June | Shoulder season | $2,880 |
| July | Shoulder season | $2,990 |
| August | High season | $3,030 |
| September | High season | $3,180 |
| October | High season | $3,190 |
| November | Shoulder season | $2,840 |
| December | Low season | $2,390 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonAugust–October | $3,130 | 50% | $199 |
| Shoulder seasonMarch–July, November | $2,880 | 48% | $192 |
| Low seasonDecember–February | $2,300 | 46% | $178 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Columbia?
Guests book Columbia stays 41 days ahead on average (about six weeks). May stays are booked furthest out, about 66 days ahead, and January stays closest to arrival, about 19 days. A typical May booking is made in early March.
May stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average 37 days 70 days 17 days
The 12-month figure of 41 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 Columbia
13% of the 877 active listings in Columbia display a registration, permit or license number. A low share 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 Columbia.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Columbia
AirROI's area guide picks four Columbia neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Downtown Columbia, Five Points and University of South Carolina. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown Columbia | The heart of the city, filled with vibrant nightlife, dining, and cultural attractions. Ideal for travelers seeking urban experiences and convenience to local events. | South Carolina State House, Columbia Museum of Art, Main Street, The Vista District, EdVenture Children's Museum |
| Five Points | Historic neighborhood known for its eclectic mix of shops, restaurants, and nightlife. Popular among college students and young professionals, making it a prime area for short-term rentals. | Five Points Fountain, The Whig, The Top, Buffalo Wild Wings, Soda City Market |
| University of South Carolina | A bustling area filled with students and faculty, offering a steady stream of visitors and guests all year round. Close to educational and cultural landmarks. | Colonel Andrew Pickens House, Carolina Coliseum, Gambrell Hall, Russell House University Union, The Gardens at the University of South Carolina |
| Briarwood | A suburban area with family-friendly amenities. Attracts visitors for longer stays with the appeal of nearby parks and recreational activities. | Briarwood Park, Lake Hartwell, Columbia International University, local dining options, community events |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Columbia Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Entire homes make up 88% of listings in Columbia, but private rooms are a real segment: about one listing in nine (12%) rents out a single room. Houses are the most common property type at 65%, about 2.3 times the share of apartments and condos (28%).
Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment
Columbia Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 88%
- Private room 12%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 88.5% | 776 |
| Private room | 11.5% | 101 |
Listings by property type
Columbia Airbnb listings by property type
- House 65%
- Apartment/Condo 28%
- Hotel/Boutique 5%
- Others 2%
- Cabin/Outdoor <1%
- Unique stay <1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 64.7% | 567 |
| Apartment/Condo | 27.7% | 243 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 5.2% | 46 |
| Others | 1.6% | 14 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 0.7% | 6 |
| Unique stay | 0.1% | 1 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Columbia Have?
Two-bedroom homes are the most common size in Columbia (34% of entire homes), and 41% have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 767 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Columbia entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
3%
21%
34%
29%
9%
4%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 3.4% | 26 |
| 1 bedroom | 21.3% | 163 |
| 2 bedrooms | 34.2% | 262 |
| 3 bedrooms | 28.6% | 219 |
| 4 bedrooms | 9.0% | 69 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 3.7% | 28 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Columbia
A typical studio in Columbia earned $13,500 over the past year, against $40,300 for a home with five or more bedrooms.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 26 | $13,500 | $14,500 | $92 | 53% |
| 1 bedroom | 163 | $17,900 | $18,200 | $145 | 44% |
| 2 bedrooms | 262 | $19,600 | $21,900 | $175 | 44% |
| 3 bedrooms | 219 | $28,300 | $29,500 | $259 | 44% |
| 4 bedrooms | 69 | $40,500 | $45,300 | $378 | 44% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 28 | $40,300 | $54,500 | $600 | 41% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Columbia Sleep?
The most common capacity in Columbia is four guests (28% of listings), and 45% of listings sleep six or more. Shares are of the 784 listings with a guest capacity on file (89% of the market).
Columbia listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
1%
17%
5%
28%
5%
20%
3%
21%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | 0.6% | 5 |
| 2 guests | 17.0% | 133 |
| 3 guests | 5.0% | 39 |
| 4 guests | 27.6% | 216 |
| 5 guests | 5.1% | 40 |
| 6 guests | 20.0% | 157 |
| 7 guests | 3.3% | 26 |
| 8+ guests | 21.4% | 168 |
How Columbia Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Columbia hosts set up an average of 2.7 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. About a quarter of listings (24%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 26
- Beds per listing
- 2.7
- Show exact location
- 24%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Columbia Offer?
Free on-site parking is close to standard in Columbia: 97% of listings offer it, and 53% have a backyard.
Share of Columbia listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Columbia
Listings in Columbia with life-size games earned about 85% more a year, on average, than those without: $43,000 against $23,400. The gap is smaller for a themed room (about 80% more) and an outdoor kitchen (about 70% 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 Columbia 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Life size games | 1% | $43,000 | $23,400 | +83% |
| Theme room | 1% | $42,300 | $23,400 | +80% |
| Outdoor kitchen | 1% | $39,500 | $23,500 | +68% |
| Garden view | 2% | $38,500 | $23,300 | +65% |
| Arcade games | 2% | $38,200 | $23,400 | +63% |
| Pool table | 2% | $37,000 | $23,500 | +57% |
| Smart lock | 33% | $30,600 | $20,300 | +51% |
| Outdoor furniture | 40% | $29,600 | $19,800 | +50% |
| Backyard | 53% | $28,100 | $18,900 | +49% |
| BBQ grill | 25% | $31,100 | $21,200 | +47% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Columbia?
Columbia draws mostly domestic guests: 97% of those who left reviews live in the United States. No single city dominates: Atlanta is the largest source outside Columbia, at about 2% of reviews. English is spoken by 77% of guests, and Spanish by 13%.
97% of Columbia guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 97%
- International 3%
Where Columbia guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Columbia | 4.6% |
| Atlanta | 2.4% |
| Charlotte | 2.1% |
| Charleston | 2.0% |
| New York | 1.9% |
Where Columbia guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 97.1% |
| Germany | 0.5% |
| Canada | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | 0.3% |
Languages spoken by Columbia guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 76.8% |
| Spanish | 12.6% |
| French | 2.9% |
| German | 1.5% |
| Portuguese | 1.0% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Columbia?
Columbia Airbnbs average 4.79 stars, and 40% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.75, against 4.91 for host communication. Listings here carry long review histories, about 89 reviews each on average.
Communication scores highest in Columbia; 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 | 4.83 |
| Cleanliness | 4.78 |
| Communication | 4.91 |
| Location | 4.78 |
| Check-in | 4.89 |
| Value | 4.75 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Columbia: Stays, Rules and Fees
More than three-quarters of Columbia listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 25% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 91 to 180 days a year, covering 32% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Columbia listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 44%
- 181-270 days 33%
- 91-180 days 22%
- 31-90 days 2%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 43.6% | 382 |
| 181-270 days | 32.7% | 287 |
| 91-180 days | 21.6% | 189 |
| 31-90 days | 2.2% | 19 |
Days a year Columbia listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 3%
- 181-270 days 22%
- 91-180 days 32%
- 31-90 days 26%
- 1-30 days 17%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 2.9% | 25 |
| 181-270 days | 22.0% | 193 |
| 91-180 days | 32.4% | 284 |
| 31-90 days | 26.0% | 228 |
| 1-30 days | 16.8% | 147 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Columbia?
The average Columbia booking lasts 6 nights, longest in July and shortest in September. Listings took about 26 bookings each over the year, some 22,300 in all. 54% of listings that give a check-in time set it at 4 p.m.; check-out is split almost evenly between 10 a.m. and 11 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Columbia
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 4.9 nights 6.8 nights 3.5 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Columbia Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
Nearly three-quarters of listings in Columbia accept stays of one or two nights. A smaller group, 6%, takes only stays of 30 nights or more.
Minimum stay set by Columbia 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 Columbia?
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Columbia, 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 45% use Firm or stricter ones, so neither camp dominates.
Cancellation policies of Columbia listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Columbia?
About nine in ten Columbia listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is $120, 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 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
- $120
- Average cleaning fee
- $265
- Listings charging a fee
- 90.2%
- Share of gross revenue
- 12.4%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Columbia
The top-grossing Airbnb in Columbia, a five-bedroom home, took in $228,000 over the past year, about 9.6 times the city's average of $23,700. Three of the six listings below have five or more bedrooms; the other three have two to four bedrooms.
Charleston Home-Walk to 5pts/USC Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.95 
CB90 Club: Golf Cart, Mini Golf, Grills & Fire Pit Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- $151,886
- Occupancy
- 57.6%
- Daily rate
- $723
Henderson Inn | 6 King Bedroom Suites + SmartTVs Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.98 - Revenue
- $143,430
- Occupancy
- 72.6%
- Daily rate
- $534
Downtown! Walk to USC/Downtown/Tennis Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.75 - Revenue
- $127,682
- Occupancy
- 68.3%
- Daily rate
- $477
Historic Luxury Apartment Main St Apt 201 Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- $114,906
- Occupancy
- 43.6%
- Daily rate
- $619
Historic Luxury 3 Bedroom -Main Street Apt 204 Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.97 - Revenue
- $111,448
- Occupancy
- 34.6%
- Daily rate
- $678
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Columbia?
Wendy is the top-grossing host in Columbia, with $3.20 million in bookings across 84 listings over the past year; a second account under the same name runs another 21. Together, the ten top-grossing hosts run 20% of the market's 877 listings.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wendy Account 1 | 84 | $3,201,380 | $38,112 | 4.77/5 | |
| Vanessa | 14 | $1,022,215 | $73,015 | 4.87/5 | |
| Brandon | 17 | $780,074 | $45,887 | 4.51/5 | |
| 4 | Wendy Account 2 | 21 | $726,967 | $34,617 | 4.70/5 |
| 5 | Gus | 15 | $515,186 | $34,346 | 4.81/5 |
| 6 | Historic Stays Of Columbia To | 5 | $445,483 | $89,097 | 4.98/5 |
| 7 | Jeff | 6 | $368,599 | $61,433 | 4.98/5 |
| 8 | Cason Development | 9 | $223,753 | $24,861 | 4.80/5 |
| 9 | Cozily | 3 | $214,154 | $71,385 | 4.70/5 |
| 10 | Megan | 5 | $206,739 | $41,348 | 4.88/5 |
Account numbers mark separate host accounts that share a display name.
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Columbia?
Only 8% of Columbia listings are classed as professionally managed, though 36% 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. Most hosts still vet their guests: only 22% of listings accept Instant Book. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 87% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 60.2%
- Professional management
- 7.6%
- Cohosted listings
- 36.3%
- Instant Book enabled
- 22.0%
- Simplified Pricing
- 86.9%
Largest Airbnb Management Companies in Columbia
10 management companies run five or more active Airbnb listings in Columbia, and companies run 20% of its Airbnb homes. Wendy is the largest, with 89 listings and an average guest rating of 4.80; the next largest are Elima, Synchronest, Joab and Emwap. Among the five largest, Synchronest's homes rate highest, at 4.86.
The five largest run 16% of Columbia's Airbnb homes
Share of Columbia's Airbnb homes each company runs as host or co-host
- Wendy 10% · 89
- Elima 1% · 13
- Synchronest 1% · 13
- Joab 1% · 12
- Emwap 1% · 10
- All other listings 84%
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 South Carolina, ranked by homes, guest rating and growth.
Nearby markets
Columbia vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 46 km, Chapin (33 km away, 99 listings) earned the most per listing, about 2.4 times as much as Columbia. Forest Acres was the busiest, booked on 52% of nights against 43% in Columbia.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Acres 3 km | 39 | $28,300 | $176 | 52% |
| Cayce 9 km | 47 | $25,815 | $216 | 46% |
| West Columbia 9 km | 129 | $32,994 | $234 | 47% |
| Irmo 20 km | 45 | $38,391 | $297 | 43% |
| Lexington 22 km | 86 | $37,995 | $324 | 44% |
| Chapin 33 km | 99 | $56,637 | $428 | 44% |
| Camden 45 km | 52 | $33,925 | $230 | 47% |
| Prosperity 46 km | 78 | $31,955 | $301 | 38% |
Other Airbnb Markets in South Carolina
- Myrtle Beach Airbnb data 8,669 listings
- Hilton Head Island Airbnb data 4,684 listings
- North Myrtle Beach Airbnb data 4,566 listings
- Charleston Airbnb data 1,947 listings
- Isle of Palms Airbnb data 1,113 listings
- Folly Beach Airbnb data 938 listings
- Greenville Airbnb data 880 listings
- North Charleston Airbnb data 869 listings
See all 117 South Carolina Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Columbia
Markets elsewhere in the United States with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Columbia:
- Dubuque Airbnb data IA · $203/night · 43.0%
- Kent Airbnb data WA · $205/night · 42.8%
- Madison Airbnb data IN · $206/night · 43.2%
- Tucson Airbnb data AZ · $206/night · 43.2%
- Commerce City Airbnb data CO · $204/night · 42.7%
- Brandon Airbnb data FL · $205/night · 42.5%
FAQ
Columbia Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Columbia?
An active Columbia Airbnb grossed $23,703 on average in the 12 months to October 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 877 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $3,910 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Columbia?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Columbia listings earn between $1,250 and $3,910 in a typical month, and the top tenth $5,770 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 Columbia?
Listings in Columbia were booked on 43% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 40% for the South Carolina average. October is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Columbia?
The average booked night in Columbia cost $205 before fees. Half of listings charge between $110 and $240, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Columbia?
In Columbia, 13% of active listings display a registration, permit or license number. A low share 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 Columbia?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Columbia Airbnb grossed $23,703 in the 12 months to October 2026, 41% below the South Carolina average of $40,061. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, $14,733 a year (about $1,230 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 $2,030 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Columbia?
October usually pays best, averaging $3,190 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 Columbia?
Each night a Columbia listing was open to book earned $87 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 $168 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Columbia?
Columbia stays were booked 41 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 Columbia?
The average Columbia Airbnb stay lasted 6 nights over the past year. A listing took 26 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Columbia rated?
Guests rate Columbia Airbnbs 4.79 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Columbia?
Downtown Columbia, Five Points and University of South Carolina draw the most short-term rental interest in Columbia. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Columbia?
AirROI counted 877 active Airbnb listings in Columbia as of October 2026. The closest tracked market is Forest Acres, 3 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Columbia?
In Columbia, about nine in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is $120, but a minority of much higher fees lifts the average to $265, so the median is the better guide.
How many tourists visit Columbia, SC?
All of the United States had 72.4 million international tourist arrivals in 2024, UN Tourism reports, via Our World in Data. AirROI estimates 22,344 Airbnb stays in Columbia, SC in the 12 months to October 2026, which counts bookings and not tourists. See South Carolina tourism statistics.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 877 active Airbnb listings in Columbia 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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