Airbnb market data · 202612 months to October 2026

Sumter, SC Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends

Source: AirROI Reviewed by , Founder @ AirROI Updated

Active Airbnb listings
94
Avg. booking lead time
25 days
Listings showing a permit
0%
Peak revenue month
July
Lowest revenue month
February

The short answer

Sumter Airbnb Market at a Glance

Sumter is cheaper but busier than the South Carolina average. Listings averaged $178 a night and were booked on 49% of available nights, against $370 and 40% for the South Carolina average.

July, usually the best month, brings in about 47% more per listing than February, usually the slowest.

With 94 active listings, Sumter is the 48th-largest of 117 South Carolina markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 22% while the number of active listings grew 16%.

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Revenue

How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Sumter?

Gross bookings per Sumter listing averaged $22,816 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 Sumter listing brings in $3,160 in July, its best month, and $2,140 in February, its slowest. January runs within 4% of February, so either can be the slowest 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 2.7 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $5,020+ a month, about twice the typical property.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn $3,770 or more, roughly $1,200 a month above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about $2,570 a month.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $1,370 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 1.5 times what February 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.

Sumter 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 and bookings; nightly rates peaked in June 2026. Across the past two years, July is usually the strongest month.

Average monthly Airbnb revenue, occupancy, nightly rate, RevPAR, booking lead time and length of stay per active listing in Sumter, Oct 2025 to Sep 2026
MonthAvg. RevenueOccupancyAvg. Nightly RateRevPARBooking Lead TimeAvg. Length of Stay
Oct 2025$3,47459.8%$171$11236 days8.3 nights
Nov 2025$2,72747.6%$169$9132 days6.8 nights
Dec 2025$2,79754.2%$167$9023 days7.4 nights
Jan 2026$2,32142.1%$167$7524 days8.3 nights
Feb 2026$2,46447.8%$166$8819 days8.6 nights
Mar 2026$3,05454.6%$166$9920 days6.2 nights
Apr 2026$2,86650.1%$168$9626 days9.1 nights
May 2026$3,10354.2%$172$10038 days6.4 nights
Jun 2026$2,73255.7%$174$9126 days7.5 nights
Jul 2026$3,22554.0%$173$10437 days9 nights
Aug 2026$2,78151.6%$171$9031 days8.5 nights
Sep 2026$2,90250.8%$174$9721 days6.7 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.

The typical Sumter listing earns about $2,570 a month, but one property can land well above or below that. The Airbnb profit calculator gives a range for a specific address, built from the comparable listings around it.

Profit

Is an Airbnb in Sumter Profitable?

Yes, when it's run well. The average Sumter Airbnb took in $22,816 in the 12 months to October 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $1,200 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 $1,780 a month.

Cleaning it yourself keeps the $2,350 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $1,400 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $1,030 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.

Sumter 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 Sumter Airbnb
LineAverage listingTop-quarter listing
Money in
Nightly bookings$20,466$30,010
Cleaning fees guests pay10% of Sumter bookings$2,350$3,450
Gross bookings$22,816$33,460
Running costs
Airbnb's feeAbout 15%: 15.5% for the 96% of Sumter listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest−$3,420−$5,010
Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself−$2,350−$3,450
Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings−$1,140−$1,670
Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2%−$460−$670
Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3%−$680−$1,000
Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover−$230−$230
Permit and registrationWhere one is required−$110−$110
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−$8,390−$12,140
Left for housing costs, then profit$14,426about $1,200 a month$21,320about $1,780 a month
Housing costs
Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo feesDepend on the home

Estimate Your Own Sumter Airbnb Profit

The estimate starts from Sumter'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 Sumter home, with its price, its mortgage or rent and your own costs, use the Airbnb income calculator. It starts from the comparable listings around the address.

How Sumter's Top Earners Get There

  • More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Sumter listings are booked on 76% or more of their nights, against 52% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of $140 adds about $1,400 in bookings.
  • Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge $185 a night or more, against a median of $140. 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 $2,050 a year.
  • Open for the busy months. In a typical year, July brings the average listing about $3,160, against $2,140 in February, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
  • Reviews that stand out. Sumter listings average 4.85 stars, and 52% 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 $2,790 a month, against $1,900 for the average one.

Occupancy

What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Sumter?

Sumter listings were booked on 49% of the nights they were open over the past year, 9 percentage points above the South Carolina average (40%) and 8 points above the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 57% in October and falls to 43% in January.

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

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 88%+ of open nights, 36 points above the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) fill 76% or more, roughly five nights a week.
  • Typical properties (median) fill about 52% of open nights.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 29% or less, under three nights a week.

October is usually the busiest month in Sumter, January the quietest

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

Nightly rates

How Much Does an Airbnb Cost per Night in Sumter?

The average nightly rate in Sumter, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $178 over the past year, about 52% below the South Carolina average of $370 and about 47% below the U.S. average of $335. Averaged month by month over the past two years, rates peak in June and September at about $170 and bottom out in November and December at about $145.

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

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge $300+ a night, about 2.1 times the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) charge $185 or more, about $45 above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) charge about $140 a night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge $100 or less, about three-quarters of the median.

September rates run 19% above December's

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

The 12-month ADR of $178 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 Sumter?

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 Sumter it averaged $86 over the past year, from about $72 in a typical January to about $102 in a typical July.

Per open night, by tier:

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $147+ per open night, about 1.8 times the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn $107 or more, about $25 a night above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about $81 per open night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $48 or less, about 60% of the median.

July RevPAR is about 1.4 times January's

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

Seasonality

Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Sumter

Sumter has one high season, July through September, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest from December to February.

Average revenue by month in Sumter

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

Revenue by month in Sumter in numbers
Average monthly revenue per active listing in Sumter, by calendar month
MonthSeasonRevenue per listing
JanuaryLow season$2,220
FebruaryLow season$2,140
MarchShoulder season$2,800
AprilShoulder season$2,670
MayShoulder season$2,800
JuneShoulder season$2,720
JulyHigh season$3,160
AugustHigh season$2,700
SeptemberHigh season$2,920
OctoberShoulder season$2,770
NovemberShoulder season$2,470
DecemberLow season$2,340
Average monthly Airbnb revenue, occupancy and nightly rate in Sumter by season
SeasonRevenue per monthOccupancyNightly rate
High seasonJuly–September$2,93053%$170
Shoulder seasonMarch–June, October–November$2,70053%$159
Low seasonDecember–February$2,23047%$152

How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Sumter?

Guests book Sumter stays 25 days ahead on average (about four weeks). May stays are booked furthest out, about 32 days ahead, and January stays closest to arrival, about 18 days. A typical May booking is made in mid-April.

May stays are booked furthest ahead

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

Permits

Airbnb Permits and Registration in Sumter

None of the 94 active listings in Sumter 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 Sumter.

Neighborhoods

Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Sumter

AirROI's area guide picks eight Sumter neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Downtown Sumter, Shaw Air Force Base and Cotton Hill. 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 Sumter
AreaWho it suitsLandmarks nearby
Downtown SumterThe bustling heart of Sumter, offering easy access to shops, restaurants, and local attractions. It's ideal for visitors looking for convenience and urban amenities.Sumter County Museum, Drew Park, Palmetto Park, The Sumter Opera House, Local dining options
Shaw Air Force BaseProximity to Shaw Air Force Base attracts military personnel and their families, as well as contractors and support staff. A steady stream of visitors ensures a reliable rental market.Shaw Air Force Base, Local parks, Community events, Golf courses in the area
Cotton HillA quiet suburban neighborhood with family-friendly amenities and parks. Appeals to families and longer-term renters looking for a comfortable stay.Children's Park, Local schools, Access to outdoor activities, Community centers
Lake MurrayLocated a short drive from Sumter, Lake Murray is popular for its recreational activities, attracting tourists looking for water sports and nature experiences.Lake Murray Dam, Boating and fishing opportunities, Public parks, Scenic views
Sumter National ForestA natural area that offers hiking, camping, and outdoor activities, making it appealing for nature lovers and those looking for a tranquil getaway.Hiking trails, Wildlife viewing, Camping spots, Picnic areas
Historic DistrictThe historic architecture and charm of Sumter's Historic District attract visitors interested in culture and heritage, making it a great spot for Airbnb hosting.Historic homes, Museums, Art galleries, Local festivals
Coney Island ParkA popular local park that offers recreational facilities, drawing visitors who are looking for outdoor activities and family-friendly options.Playgrounds, Walking trails, Picnic areas, Sports facilities
Northeast SumterA growing residential area with new developments and accessibility to shopping and dining. Ideal for guests looking for modern convenience and local culture.Shopping centers, Local restaurants, Parks, Schools

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

Listings

Sumter Airbnb Listings by Type and Size

Entire homes make up 87% of listings in Sumter, alongside 12 private-room listings (13%). Houses account for 83% of the stock; hotels, guesthouses and B&Bs come next at 7%.

Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment

Sumter Airbnb listings by room type

  • Entire home 87%
  • Private room 13%
Room types in numbers
Sumter Airbnb listings by room type
Room typeShare of listingsListings
Entire home87.2%82
Private room12.8%12

Houses dominate the property mix

Sumter Airbnb listings by property type

  • House 83%
  • Hotel/Boutique 7%
  • Apartment/Condo 7%
  • Cabin/Outdoor 2%
Property types in numbers
Sumter Airbnb listings by property type
Property typeShare of listingsListings
House83.0%78
Hotel/Boutique7.4%7
Apartment/Condo7.4%7
Cabin/Outdoor2.1%2

How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Sumter Have?

Most Sumter homes are built for groups: 62% of entire homes have three or more bedrooms, and three-bedroom homes are the most common size (47%). Shares are of the 81 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.

Sumter entire homes by number of bedrooms

Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file

Bedroom counts in numbers
Sumter entire homes by number of bedrooms
BedroomsShare of entire homes with a bedroom countEntire homes
Studio2.5%2
1 bedroom11.1%9
2 bedrooms24.7%20
3 bedrooms46.9%38
4 bedrooms9.9%8
5+ bedrooms4.9%4

What Each Home Size Earns in Sumter

A typical two-bedroom home in Sumter earned $23,200 over the past year, against $25,500 for a three-bedroom home.

What each home size earns in Sumter
Home sizeListingsTypical annual revenue (median)Average annual revenueAvg. nightly rateOccupancy
2 bedrooms20$23,200$23,400$12163%
3 bedrooms38$25,500$26,400$18451%

How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Sumter Sleep?

The most common capacity in Sumter is six guests (33% of listings), and 53% of listings sleep six or more. Shares are of the 83 listings with a guest capacity on file (88% of the market).

Sumter listings by guest capacity

Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file

Guest capacity in numbers
Sumter listings by guest capacity
Guest capacityShare of listings with a capacity on fileListings
1 guest1.2%1
2 guests10.8%9
3 guests2.4%2
4 guests21.7%18
5 guests10.8%9
6 guests32.5%27
7 guests1.2%1
8+ guests19.3%16

How Sumter Airbnb Listings Are Set Up

Sumter hosts set up an average of 2.8 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. About three in ten listings (30%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.

Photos per listing
27
Beds per listing
2.8
Show exact location
30%

What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Sumter Offer?

Free on-site parking is close to standard in Sumter: 98% of listings offer it, and 86% have a washer.

Share of Sumter listings with each common amenity

  • Air conditioning Nearly all
  • TV Nearly all
  • Wifi Nearly all
  • Smoke alarm 99%
  • Kitchen 98%
  • Free parking on premises 98%
  • Hot water 95%
  • Heating 95%
  • Refrigerator 90%
  • Washer 86%

Guests

Who Books Airbnbs in Sumter?

Sumter draws mostly domestic guests: 95% of those who left reviews live in the United States. No single city dominates: Charlotte is the largest source outside Sumter, at about 3% of reviews. Of the 5% from abroad, the largest groups come from Germany and Mexico. English is spoken by 77% of guests, and Spanish by 11%.

95% of Sumter guests are domestic

Where guests who left reviews live

  • Domestic 95%
  • International 5%

Where Sumter guests come from: top cities

Share of guests who left reviews

  • Sumter 3%
  • Charlotte 3%
  • Columbia 2%
  • Charleston 2%
  • Raleigh 1%
Top origin cities in numbers
Where Sumter guests come from: top cities
Origin cityShare of guests
Sumter3.3%
Charlotte2.8%
Columbia1.7%
Charleston1.6%
Raleigh1.4%

Where Sumter guests come from: top countries

Share of guests who left reviews

  • United States 95%
  • Germany 2%
  • Mexico 1%
  • United Kingdom 1%
Top origin countries in numbers
Where Sumter guests come from: top countries
Origin countryShare of guests
United States94.6%
Germany1.5%
Mexico0.8%
United Kingdom0.6%

Languages spoken by Sumter guests

Share of guests who left reviews

  • English 77%
  • Spanish 11%
  • German 4%
  • French 2%
  • Sign Language 2%
Top languages in numbers
Languages spoken by Sumter guests
LanguageShare of guests
English77.1%
Spanish11.4%
German3.6%
French2.3%
Sign Language1.6%

What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Sumter?

Sumter Airbnbs average 4.85 stars, and 52% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched; location and value for money tie for the lowest, at 4.82.

Check-in scores highest in Sumter; location and value tie for lowest

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

  • Accuracy 4.88
  • Cleanliness 4.83
  • Communication 4.89
  • Location 4.82
  • Check-in 4.91
  • Value 4.82
Category scores in numbers
Sumter guest ratings by category
CategoryAverage rating (out of 5)
Accuracy4.88
Cleanliness4.83
Communication4.89
Location4.82
Check-in4.91
Value4.82

Booking patterns

How Guests Book in Sumter: Stays, Rules and Fees

About seven in ten Sumter listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 31% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 91 to 180 days a year, covering 31% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.

Days a year Sumter listings are open to guests

Share of listings by days a year

  • 271-366 days 40%
  • 181-270 days 29%
  • 91-180 days 20%
  • 31-90 days 11%
Open days in numbers
Days a year Sumter listings are open to guests
Days a yearShare of listingsListings
271-366 days40.4%38
181-270 days28.7%27
91-180 days20.2%19
31-90 days10.6%10

Days a year Sumter listings are booked or blocked

Share of listings by days a year

  • 271-366 days 12%
  • 181-270 days 19%
  • 91-180 days 31%
  • 31-90 days 27%
  • 1-30 days 12%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
Days a year Sumter listings are booked or blocked
Days a yearShare of listingsListings
271-366 days11.7%11
181-270 days19.1%18
91-180 days30.9%29
31-90 days26.6%25
1-30 days11.7%11

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

Bookings in Sumter average 6 to 8.7 nights depending on the month, longest in September and shortest in May. Listings took about 21 bookings each over the year, some 1,990 in all. About half of listings that give a check-in time set it at 3 p.m., with check-out usually at 11 a.m.

Average length of stay by month in Sumter

Average nights per booking, by month of stay

Two-year average by calendar month.

Sumter Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements

More than six in ten listings in Sumter accept stays of one or two nights.

Minimum stay set by Sumter listings

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

  • 1 Night 13% 12 listings
  • 2 Nights 49% 46 listings
  • 3 Nights 14% 13 listings
  • 4-6 Nights 10% 9 listings
  • 7-29 Nights 11% 10 listings
  • 30+ Nights 4% 4 listings

What Cancellation Policies Do Airbnb Hosts Use in Sumter?

Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Sumter, used by 34% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: about half of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 39% on Firm or stricter ones.

Cancellation policies of Sumter listings, from most to least flexible

Share of listings by the policy they use

  • Flexible 23% 22 listings
  • Moderate 27% 25 listings
  • Limited 11% 10 listings
  • Firm 34% 32 listings
  • Strict 5% 5 listings

How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Sumter?

More than eight in ten Sumter listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is $100, and some higher fees lift the average to $139. Spread over the average stay of about seven nights, that adds roughly $13 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 10% of gross revenue.

Median cleaning fee
$100
Average cleaning fee
$139
Listings charging a fee
83.0%
Share of gross revenue
10.3%

Top earners

Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Sumter

The top-grossing Airbnb in Sumter, a six-bedroom home, took in $120,000 over the past year, about 5.2 times the city's average of $22,800. Three of the six listings below have five or more bedrooms; the other three have three and four bedrooms.

Jasmine Manor *Special Rates* Nurses & Military Jasmine Manor *Special Rates* Nurses & Military Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.82
Revenue
$119,587
Occupancy
44.9%
Daily rate
$732
Hidden Gem! *Special Rates* Military & Nurses Hidden Gem! *Special Rates* Military & Nurses Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.90
Revenue
$89,731
Occupancy
40.7%
Daily rate
$733
Carolina Manor Carolina Manor Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.68
Revenue
$60,700
Occupancy
33.5%
Daily rate
$651
3 bd, 2ba, near ShawAFB, Game Rm 3 bd, 2ba, near ShawAFB, Game Rm Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.99
Revenue
$58,359
Occupancy
82.4%
Daily rate
$184
The Moise Manor The Moise Manor Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.98
Revenue
$57,142
Occupancy
69.0%
Daily rate
$227
Large Private Ranch W/ Pool Large Private Ranch W/ Pool Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.89
Revenue
$56,075
Occupancy
63.2%
Daily rate
$280

Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Sumter?

Only 3% of Sumter listings are classed as professionally managed, though 27% of listings have a co-host. 71% of 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 21% 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 96% of listings.

Superhosts
71.3%
Professional management
3.2%
Cohosted listings
26.6%
Instant Book enabled
21.3%
Simplified Pricing
95.7%

Nearby markets

Sumter vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets

Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 62 km, Manning (46 km away, 36 listings) earned the most per listing, about 73% more than Sumter. Forest Acres was the busiest, booked on 52% of nights against 49% in Sumter.

Airbnb markets near Sumter: distance, revenue, nightly rate and occupancy
MarketListingsAvg. annual revenueAvg. nightly rateOccupancy
Camden 45 km52$33,925$23047%
Summerton 46 km67$36,220$31538%
Manning 46 km36$39,461$36639%
Santee 51 km51$20,981$26331%
Forest Acres 55 km39$28,300$17652%
Hartsville 57 km37$14,986$17334%
Columbia 58 km877$23,703$20543%
Florence 62 km131$17,115$15840%

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FAQ

Sumter Airbnb FAQ

How much do Airbnb hosts make in Sumter?

An active Sumter Airbnb grossed $22,816 on average in the 12 months to October 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 94 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $3,770 or more in a typical month.

How much can I make on Airbnb in Sumter?

It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Sumter listings earn between $1,370 and $3,770 in a typical month, and the top tenth $5,020 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 Sumter?

Listings in Sumter were booked on 49% 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 Sumter?

The average booked night in Sumter cost $178 before fees. Half of listings charge between $100 and $185, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.

Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Sumter?

None of the active Sumter 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 Sumter?

Yes, when it's run well. The average Sumter Airbnb grossed $22,816 in the 12 months to October 2026, 43% 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, $14,426 a year (about $1,200 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 $1,780 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.

When is Airbnb peak season in Sumter?

July usually pays best, averaging $3,160 per active listing over the past two years, and February usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.

What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Sumter?

Each night a Sumter listing was open to book earned $86 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 $147 or more.

How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Sumter?

Sumter stays were booked 25 days (about four 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 Sumter?

The average Sumter Airbnb stay lasts about seven nights. A listing took 21 reservations over the year on average.

How are Airbnbs in Sumter rated?

Guests rate Sumter Airbnbs 4.85 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and value lowest.

What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Sumter?

Downtown Sumter, Shaw Air Force Base and Cotton Hill draw the most short-term rental interest in Sumter. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.

How many Airbnbs are there in Sumter?

AirROI counted 94 active Airbnb listings in Sumter as of October 2026. The closest tracked market is Camden, 45 km away.

How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Sumter?

In Sumter, more than eight in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is $100, and some higher fees lift the average to $139.

How many tourists visit Sumter, 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 1,989 Airbnb stays in Sumter, SC in the 12 months to October 2026, which counts bookings and not tourists. See South Carolina tourism statistics.

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About This Data

Figures on this page cover 94 active Airbnb listings in Sumter 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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