Oceanfront 3BR Family Beach Retreat (BZ) Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- $383,476
- Occupancy
- 54.2%
- Daily rate
- $1,718
Airbnb market data · 202612 months to October 2026
Kiawah Island, SC Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Kiawah Island brought in $57,666 over the 12 months through October 2026, about 44% more than the South Carolina average of $40,061.
The short answer
Kiawah Island Airbnb Market at a Glance
Kiawah Island earns on price rather than volume. Listings averaged $682 a night and were booked on 34% of available nights, against $370 and 40% for the South Carolina average.
Timing matters: in July, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 4.3 times as much as in January, usually the slowest.
With 645 active listings, Kiawah Island is the tenth-largest of 117 South Carolina markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 8%.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Kiawah Island?
Gross bookings per Kiawah Island listing averaged $57,666 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 Kiawah Island listing brings in $13,600 in July, its best month, and $3,150 in January, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 39% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
In a typical month, a top-quarter listing earns at least 3.1 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $17,000+ a month, about three times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $10,200 or more, roughly $4,500 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $5,750 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $3,200 or less, about 56% 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 4.3 times what January does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average $7,490 $14,600 $2,990
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.
Kiawah Island 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.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | $6,441 | 34.1% | $613 | $208 | 99 days | 4.6 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $6,141 | 31.2% | $601 | $205 | 120 days | 5.2 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $5,048 | 26.8% | $613 | $163 | 122 days | 4.2 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $3,306 | 20.0% | $593 | $107 | 71 days | 6.3 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $4,783 | 31.2% | $598 | $171 | 71 days | 6 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $7,805 | 38.6% | $673 | $252 | 85 days | 5.4 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $9,067 | 44.0% | $710 | $302 | 97 days | 4.9 nights |
| May 2026 | $9,575 | 43.1% | $733 | $309 | 106 days | 5.1 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $13,625 | 56.0% | $826 | $454 | 104 days | 6.6 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $14,630 | 54.5% | $808 | $472 | 105 days | 6.1 nights |
| Aug 2026 | $8,156 | 38.9% | $731 | $263 | 96 days | 5.4 nights |
| Sep 2026 | $6,404 | 35.4% | $645 | $213 | 95 days | 4.1 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.
Location, size and how a home is run move its income far more than a city average shows. For a range on one Kiawah Island address, run it through the Airbnb income calculator.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Kiawah Island Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Kiawah Island Airbnb took in $57,666 in the 12 months to October 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $2,890 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 $5,170 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $8,210 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $3,580 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $2,480 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.
Kiawah Island Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | $49,456 | $87,460 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay14% of Kiawah Island bookings | $8,210 | $14,520 |
| Gross bookings | $57,666 | $101,980 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 14%: 15.5% for the 88% of Kiawah Island listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$8,100 | −$14,330 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$8,210 | −$14,520 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$2,880 | −$5,100 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$1,150 | −$2,040 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$1,730 | −$3,060 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −$580 | −$580 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −$290 | −$290 |
| 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 | −$22,940 | −$39,920 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $34,726about $2,890 a month | $62,060about $5,170 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Kiawah Island Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Kiawah Island'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 Kiawah Island 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 Kiawah Island's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Kiawah Island listings are booked on 55% or more of their nights, against 34% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of $525 adds about $5,240 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge $850 a night or more, against a median of $525. 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 $4,950 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, July brings the average listing about $13,600, against $3,150 in January, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Kiawah Island listings average 4.78 stars, and 21% 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 $8,500 a month, against $4,810 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Kiawah Island?
Kiawah Island listings were booked on 34% of the nights they were open over the past year, 6 percentage points below the South Carolina average (40%) and 7 points below the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy swings from 21% in January to 54% in July.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 4.2 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 73%+ of open nights, 39 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 55% or more, roughly four nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 34% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 18% or less, under two nights a week.
July is usually the busiest month in Kiawah Island, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average 38% 56% 20%
The 12-month rate of 34% 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 Kiawah Island?
The average nightly rate in Kiawah Island, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $682 over the past year, about 84% above the South Carolina average of $370 and about twice the U.S. average of $335. In a typical year, rates peak in June and July at about $785 and bottom out in November and December at about $535.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 3.4 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge $1,260+ a night, about 2.4 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge $850 or more, about $330 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about $525 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge $375 or less, about three-quarters of the median.
June rates run 47% above November's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average $641 $826 $464
The 12-month ADR of $682 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 Kiawah Island?
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 Kiawah Island it averaged $232 over the past year, from about $101 in a typical January to about $438 in a typical July.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $467+ per open night, about 2.7 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $301 or more, about $130 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $176 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $109 or less, about 62% of the median.
July RevPAR is about 4.3 times January's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average $246 $472 $96
The 12-month RevPAR of $232 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 Kiawah Island
Kiawah Island has one high season, April through August, which makes it a highly seasonal market. Business is slowest from September to February. A listing earns about 2.9 times as much a month in June through August as in December through February.
Average revenue by month in Kiawah Island
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average $7,490 $13,600 $3,150
Revenue by month in Kiawah Island in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | $3,150 |
| February | Low season | $4,380 |
| March | Shoulder season | $7,580 |
| April | High season | $9,160 |
| May | High season | $9,260 |
| June | High season | $12,200 |
| July | High season | $13,600 |
| August | High season | $8,380 |
| September | Low season | $6,300 |
| October | Low season | $5,970 |
| November | Low season | $5,440 |
| December | Low season | $4,460 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonApril–August | $10,500 | 47% | $731 |
| Shoulder seasonMarch | $7,580 | 41% | $636 |
| Low seasonSeptember–February | $4,950 | 30% | $566 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Kiawah Island?
Guests book Kiawah Island stays 103 days ahead on average (about three and a half months), so guests here plan well ahead. May stays are booked furthest out, about 113 days ahead, and January stays closest to arrival, about 63 days. A typical May booking is made in late January.
May stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average 93 days 122 days 54 days
The 12-month figure of 103 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 Kiawah Island
Fewer than 1% of the 645 active listings in Kiawah Island 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 Kiawah Island.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Kiawah Island
AirROI's area guide picks eight Kiawah Island neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by East Beach, West Beach and Osprey Point. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| East Beach | Popular for its beautiful sandy shore and proximity to the Kiawah Island Golf Resort. Ideal for families and vacationers wanting direct beach access. | Kiawah Beachwalker Park, The Ocean Course, Night Heron Park, Kiawah Island Golf Resort, The Sanctuary Hotel |
| West Beach | Known for its peaceful environment and nature trails. A great spot for nature lovers and outdoor activities. | West Beach Village, Kiawah Island Nature Center, Kiawah Island Trail System, Kiawah Island Golf Course, Osprey Point |
| Osprey Point | Features one of Kiawah’s top-rated golf courses and offers a tranquil setting perfect for relaxation and golfing enthusiasts. | Osprey Point Golf Course, Kiawah Island Club, Kiawah Island Nature Tours, Kayaking and Paddleboarding, Wildlife Viewing |
| Kiawah Island Club | Exclusive private community offering luxury amenities. Attracts high-end clientele looking for a peaceful retreat. | Kiawah Island Golf Courses, Private Beaches, Club Amenities, Culinary Experiences, Spa and Wellness |
| Night Heron Park | A family-friendly area with recreational activities and programs, perfect for kids and families. | Night Heron Park, Nature Trails, Playground, Biking, Outdoor Games |
| The Sanctuary Hotel | A luxurious beachfront hotel and resort that attracts upscale travelers and events, making it a prime investment location. | Beach Access, Spa Services, Fine Dining, Golf Packages, Family Resorts |
| Marsh Island | A scenic area ideal for vacation homes with beautiful views of marshes and golf courses, great for wildlife enthusiasts. | Kayaking in Marsh, Golf Courses, Bird Watching, Scenic Views, Nature Trails |
| Bohicket Marina | Charming marina area with shopping and dining options, catering to boaters and vacationers wishing to enjoy water activities. | Bohicket Marina, Dining at the Marina, Water Sports, Boat Rentals, Fishing |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Kiawah Island Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Every Airbnb in Kiawah Island is an entire home: all 645 listings rent the whole place. Houses are the most common property type at 67%, about twice the share of apartments and condos (33%).
Every listing rents the whole place
Kiawah Island Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 100%
Room types in numbers
Listings by property type
Kiawah Island Airbnb listings by property type
- House 67%
- Apartment/Condo 33%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 66.8% | 431 |
| Apartment/Condo | 33.2% | 214 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Kiawah Island Have?
Most Kiawah Island homes are built for groups: 64% of entire homes have three or more bedrooms, and three-bedroom homes are the most common size (29%).
Kiawah Island entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms
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16%
19%
29%
19%
16%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 0.2% | 1 |
| 1 bedroom | 16.5% | 106 |
| 2 bedrooms | 19.4% | 125 |
| 3 bedrooms | 28.7% | 185 |
| 4 bedrooms | 19.3% | 124 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 16.0% | 103 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Kiawah Island
A typical one-bedroom home in Kiawah Island earned $31,700 over the past year, against $72,700 for a home with five or more bedrooms.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 106 | $31,700 | $37,000 | $338 | 40% |
| 2 bedrooms | 125 | $34,300 | $40,000 | $435 | 35% |
| 3 bedrooms | 185 | $35,100 | $51,600 | $558 | 33% |
| 4 bedrooms | 124 | $66,100 | $75,900 | $879 | 33% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 103 | $72,700 | $90,200 | $1,329 | 28% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Kiawah Island Sleep?
Kiawah Island is a group-trip market: 45% of listings sleep eight or more guests, about 1.7 times the share of the next most common size, six guests (26%).
Kiawah Island listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
5%
1%
19%
2%
26%
2%
45%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 4.7% | 30 |
| 3 guests | 0.9% | 6 |
| 4 guests | 19.2% | 124 |
| 5 guests | 2.5% | 16 |
| 6 guests | 25.9% | 167 |
| 7 guests | 2.0% | 13 |
| 8+ guests | 44.8% | 289 |
How Kiawah Island Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Kiawah Island hosts set up an average of 4.4 beds per listing. Only 17% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 37
- Beds per listing
- 4.4
- Show exact location
- 17%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Kiawah Island Offer?
Patios and balconies are common in Kiawah Island: 74% of listings have one, and 58% have a dedicated workspace.
Share of Kiawah Island listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Kiawah Island
Listings in Kiawah Island with a hot tub earned about twice as much a year, on average, as those without: $117,000 against $54,800. Listings with a dedicated workspace or sun loungers show about the same gap. 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 Kiawah Island 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hot tub | 5% | $117,000 | $54,800 | +113% |
| Dedicated workspace | 58% | $73,700 | $35,900 | +105% |
| Sun loungers | 9% | $106,000 | $52,900 | +101% |
| Sound system | 2% | $111,000 | $56,600 | +97% |
| Ping pong table | 4% | $108,000 | $55,800 | +93% |
| Pool | 37% | $81,700 | $43,500 | +88% |
| Patio or balcony | 74% | $64,200 | $39,100 | +64% |
| Backyard | 14% | $86,900 | $52,900 | +64% |
| Beach essentials | 5% | $90,800 | $56,000 | +62% |
| Outdoor dining area | 13% | $83,900 | $53,700 | +56% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Kiawah Island?
Kiawah Island draws mostly domestic guests: 99% of those who left reviews live in the United States. No single city dominates: Charlotte is the largest source, at about 8% of reviews.
99% of Kiawah Island guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 99%
- International 1%
Where Kiawah Island guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Charlotte | 7.8% |
| New York | 3.2% |
| Charleston | 2.7% |
| Atlanta | 2.7% |
| Greenville | 2.2% |
Where Kiawah Island guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 98.5% |
| United Kingdom | 0.5% |
| Germany | 0.2% |
| Spain | 0.1% |
Languages spoken by Kiawah Island guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 80.0% |
| Spanish | 9.1% |
| German | 3.5% |
| French | 3.3% |
| Italian | 0.8% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Kiawah Island?
Kiawah Island Airbnbs average 4.78 stars, and 21% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.66, against 4.93 for location.
Location scores highest in Kiawah Island; 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 | 4.84 |
| Cleanliness | 4.76 |
| Communication | 4.84 |
| Location | 4.93 |
| Check-in | 4.88 |
| Value | 4.66 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Kiawah Island: Stays, Rules and Fees
About nine in ten Kiawah Island listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 12% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 38% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Kiawah Island listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 62%
- 181-270 days 27%
- 91-180 days 10%
- 31-90 days <1%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 62.0% | 400 |
| 181-270 days | 27.1% | 175 |
| 91-180 days | 10.1% | 65 |
| 31-90 days | 0.8% | 5 |
Days a year Kiawah Island listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 1%
- 181-270 days 11%
- 91-180 days 29%
- 31-90 days 38%
- 1-30 days 21%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 1.1% | 7 |
| 181-270 days | 10.5% | 68 |
| 91-180 days | 28.8% | 186 |
| 31-90 days | 38.4% | 248 |
| 1-30 days | 21.1% | 136 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Kiawah Island?
The average Kiawah Island booking lasts 5.3 nights, longest in June and shortest in December. Listings took about 16 bookings each over the year, some 10,300 in all. Nearly all 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 Kiawah Island
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 5.1 nights 6.6 nights 3.9 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Kiawah Island Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
Only 24% of listings in Kiawah Island accept stays of one or two nights; the most common minimum is three nights.
Minimum stay set by Kiawah Island 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 Kiawah Island?
Super Strict 60 Days is the most common cancellation policy in Kiawah Island, used by 29% of listings. Hosts here lean strict: about nine in ten listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 9% on Flexible or Moderate.
Cancellation policies of Kiawah Island listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Kiawah Island?
Nearly all Kiawah Island listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is about $419. Spread over the average stay of 5.3 nights, that adds roughly $80 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 14% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- $419
- Average cleaning fee
- $492
- Listings charging a fee
- 98.3%
- Share of gross revenue
- 14.2%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Kiawah Island
The top-grossing Airbnb in Kiawah Island, a three-bedroom home, took in $383,000 over the past year, about 6.6 times the city's average of $57,700. Three of the six listings below have five or more bedrooms; the other three have three bedrooms.
Oceanfront 3BR Family Beach Retreat (BZ) Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 5.00 
Luxury Oceanfront Escape, Couples & Friends (PH) Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- $353,659
- Occupancy
- 67.0%
- Daily rate
- $1,425
Updates abound! Ultimate Kiawah Luxury house Entire home · 7 bedrooms Rated 4.78 - Revenue
- $338,586
- Occupancy
- 33.6%
- Daily rate
- $2,402
177 Glen Abbey: Brand New Kiawah Escape with 5BR Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.86 - Revenue
- $335,311
- Occupancy
- 41.4%
- Daily rate
- $2,161
The Hideaway at Kiawah Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.88 - Revenue
- $283,297
- Occupancy
- 42.0%
- Daily rate
- $1,780
Peaceful Family Retreat - Steps from Beach (vV) Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- $272,877
- Occupancy
- 72.7%
- Daily rate
- $923
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Kiawah Island?
Sweetgrass Properties is the top-grossing host in Kiawah Island, with $9.29 million in bookings across 111 listings over the past year. The market is concentrated: the ten top-grossing hosts run 82% of its 645 listings. Per listing, a smaller operator earns more: Kiawah Island Getaways grossed $210,000 per listing, about 2.5 times Sweetgrass Properties' $83,700.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sweetgrass Properties | 111 | $9,292,838 | $83,719 | 4.78/5 | |
| Akers Ellis | 192 | $7,455,502 | $38,831 | 4.77/5 | |
| Espm | 90 | $5,747,493 | $63,861 | 4.83/5 | |
| 4 | Kiawah Exclusives | 61 | $2,646,645 | $43,388 | 4.77/5 |
| 5 | Dwell Charleston | 35 | $2,024,087 | $57,831 | 4.54/5 |
| 6 | Kiawah Island Getaways | 9 | $1,888,209 | $209,801 | 5.00/5 |
| 7 | ITrip Charleston Beaches | 21 | $1,025,167 | $48,817 | 4.86/5 |
| 8 | Sewee | 4 | $536,045 | $134,011 | 4.91/5 |
| 9 | Igor | 3 | $286,380 | $95,460 | 4.88/5 |
| 10 | Jeffrey | 1 | $283,297 | $283,297 | 4.88/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Kiawah Island?
Professional management companies run 82% of Kiawah Island listings. 63% of listings are run by Superhosts, so a strong review record is the norm here rather than an edge. 78% of listings accept Instant Book, so most stays are confirmed without the host's approval. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 88% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 63.4%
- Professional management
- 82.3%
- Cohosted listings
- 2.0%
- Instant Book enabled
- 78.1%
- Simplified Pricing
- 88.4%
Largest Airbnb Management Companies in Kiawah Island
7 management companies run five or more active Airbnb listings in Kiawah Island, and companies run 89% of its Airbnb homes. Akers Ellis is the largest, with 190 listings and an average guest rating of 4.78; the next largest are Sweetgrass Properties, Espm, Dwell Charleston and Vacasa. Among the five largest, Espm's homes rate highest, at 4.81.
The five largest run 70% of Kiawah Island's Airbnb homes
Share of Kiawah Island's Airbnb homes each company runs as host or co-host
- Akers Ellis 29% · 190
- Sweetgrass Properties 17% · 112
- Espm 14% · 90
- Dwell Charleston 6% · 36
- Vacasa 4% · 27
- All other listings 30%
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
Kiawah Island vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 32 km, Folly Beach (16 km away) earned the most per listing, about 68% more than Kiawah Island. Mount Pleasant was the busiest, booked on 54% of nights against 34% in Kiawah Island.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Johns Island 4 km | 184 | $51,045 | $498 | 41% |
| Seabrook Island 8 km | 392 | $37,517 | $471 | 34% |
| Folly Beach 16 km | 938 | $97,132 | $646 | 48% |
| James Island 19 km | 55 | $45,538 | $264 | 51% |
| Edisto Island 24 km | 84 | $45,936 | $416 | 41% |
| Charleston 24 km | 1,947 | $75,257 | $454 | 52% |
| Edisto Beach 25 km | 250 | $35,338 | $371 | 34% |
| Mount Pleasant 32 km | 464 | $60,766 | $347 | 54% |
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
- Isle of Palms Airbnb data 1,113 listings
- Greenville Airbnb data 880 listings
- Columbia Airbnb data 877 listings
- North Charleston Airbnb data 869 listings
- Surfside Beach Airbnb data 547 listings
See all 117 South Carolina Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Kiawah Island
Markets elsewhere in the United States with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Kiawah Island:
- Islamorada Airbnb data FL · $684/night · 33.0%
- Stratton Airbnb data VT · $701/night · 33.7%
- Cle Elum Airbnb data WA · $661/night · 33.7%
- Edwards Airbnb data CO · $663/night · 32.9%
- Incline Village-Crystal Bay Airbnb data NV · $661/night · 34.8%
- Powder House Pass Airbnb data SD · $659/night · 34.8%
FAQ
Kiawah Island Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Kiawah Island?
An active Kiawah Island Airbnb grossed $57,666 on average in the 12 months to October 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 645 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $10,200 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Kiawah Island?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Kiawah Island listings earn between $3,200 and $10,200 in a typical month, and the top tenth $17,000 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 Kiawah Island?
Listings in Kiawah Island were booked on 34% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 40% for the South Carolina average. July is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Kiawah Island?
The average booked night in Kiawah Island cost $682 before fees. Half of listings charge between $375 and $850, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Kiawah Island?
Fewer than 1% of active Kiawah Island 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 Kiawah Island?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Kiawah Island Airbnb grossed $57,666 in the 12 months to October 2026, 44% above 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, $34,726 a year (about $2,890 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 $5,170 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Kiawah Island?
July usually pays best, averaging $13,600 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 Kiawah Island?
Each night a Kiawah Island listing was open to book earned $232 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 $467 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Kiawah Island?
Kiawah Island stays were booked 103 days (about three and a half months) 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 Kiawah Island?
The average Kiawah Island Airbnb stay lasted 5.3 nights over the past year. A listing took 16 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Kiawah Island rated?
Guests rate Kiawah Island Airbnbs 4.78 out of 5 on average. Guests score location highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Kiawah Island?
East Beach, West Beach and Osprey Point draw the most short-term rental interest in Kiawah Island. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Kiawah Island?
AirROI counted 645 active Airbnb listings in Kiawah Island as of October 2026. The closest tracked market is Johns Island, 4 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Kiawah Island?
In Kiawah Island, nearly all listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about $419.
How many tourists visit Kiawah Island, 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 10,323 Airbnb stays in Kiawah Island, 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 645 active Airbnb listings in Kiawah Island 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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