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- $539,811
- Occupancy
- 66.5%
- Daily rate
- $2,098
Airbnb market data · 202612 months to October 2026
Big Bear Lake, CA Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Big Bear Lake brought in $39,623 over the 12 months through October 2026, about 14% less than the California average of $46,107.
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Big Bear Lake Airbnb Market at a Glance
Big Bear Lake earns on price rather than volume. Listings averaged $461 a night and were booked on 29% of available nights, against $370 and 43% for the California average.
Timing matters: in December, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 3.1 times as much as in October, usually the slowest.
With 3,211 active listings, Big Bear Lake is the fifth-largest of 643 California markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, the number of active listings grew 6%.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Big Bear Lake?
Gross bookings per Big Bear Lake listing averaged $39,623 over the 12 months to October 2026 (California average: $46,107), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Big Bear Lake listing brings in $8,340 in December, its best month, and $2,690 in October, its slowest. April runs within 3% of October, so either can be the slowest in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 38% 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 3.5 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $9,650+ a month, about three times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $5,720 or more, roughly $2,600 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $3,150 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $1,610 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.
December earns about 3.1 times what October does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average $4,470 $8,810 $2,210
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.
Big Bear Lake 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.
December 2025 led on revenue, nightly rate and bookings alike.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | $3,165 | 27.5% | $427 | $102 | 40 days | 2.6 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $4,468 | 31.2% | $468 | $149 | 39 days | 2.7 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $8,813 | 40.0% | $617 | $284 | 42 days | 3.1 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $6,634 | 34.8% | $578 | $214 | 35 days | 2.4 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $5,545 | 34.8% | $543 | $198 | 37 days | 2.4 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $3,636 | 26.2% | $471 | $117 | 27 days | 2.6 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $2,637 | 23.7% | $420 | $88 | 27 days | 2.9 nights |
| May 2026 | $2,810 | 23.7% | $418 | $91 | 29 days | 2.8 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $4,360 | 33.3% | $401 | $145 | 38 days | 3.6 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $5,434 | 34.6% | $426 | $175 | 47 days | 3.7 nights |
| Aug 2026 | $3,914 | 32.1% | $385 | $126 | 33 days | 3.1 nights |
| Sep 2026 | $3,100 | 27.8% | $367 | $103 | 27 days | 2.5 nights |
Averages per active listing in each month. Highlighted: the highest-revenue month of the 12. RevPAR is the month's revenue spread over its nights, booked or not. Booking lead time is the days between booking and check-in, and length of stay the nights per booking, for stays in that month.
For a figure on one home rather than the whole Big Bear Lake market, enter its address and size in the Airbnb estimator, which compares it with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Big Bear Lake Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Big Bear Lake Airbnb took in $39,623 in the 12 months to October 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $1,930 a month of that is left after running costs, so a home that costs less than that to own or rent makes money. A listing in the top quarter leaves about $3,550 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $6,100 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $2,440 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $1,650 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.
Big Bear Lake Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | $33,523 | $60,930 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay15% of Big Bear Lake bookings | $6,100 | $11,090 |
| Gross bookings | $39,623 | $72,020 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 15%: 15.5% for the 93% of Big Bear Lake listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$5,780 | −$10,500 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$6,100 | −$11,090 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$1,980 | −$3,600 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$790 | −$1,440 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$1,190 | −$2,160 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −$400 | −$400 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required: see Big Bear Lake's Airbnb rules | −$200 | −$200 |
| Management$0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings | $0 | $0 |
| Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free | $0 | $0 |
| Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on | $0 | $0 |
| Total running costsAbout 26% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −$16,440 | −$29,390 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $23,183about $1,930 a month | $42,630about $3,550 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Big Bear Lake Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Big Bear Lake'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 Big Bear Lake 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 Big Bear Lake's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Big Bear Lake listings are booked on 43% or more of their nights, against 26% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of $365 adds about $3,640 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge $560 a night or more, against a median of $365. That is a separate ranking from the busiest quarter, so the two marks don't multiply into one listing's takings. For the average listing, a 10% higher rate on the nights it already books adds about $3,350 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, December brings the average listing about $8,340, against $2,690 in October, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Big Bear Lake listings average 4.77 stars, and 44% 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 $6,000 a month, against $3,300 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Big Bear Lake?
Big Bear Lake listings were booked on 29% of the nights they were open over the past year, 14 percentage points below the California average (43%) and 12 points below the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 40% in December and falls to 23% in May.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 4.3 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 61%+ of open nights, 35 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 43% or more, roughly three nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 26% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 14% or less, less than one night a week.
December is usually the busiest month in Big Bear Lake, May the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average 31% 40% 22%
The 12-month rate of 29% 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 Big Bear Lake?
The average nightly rate in Big Bear Lake, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $461 over the past year, about 25% above the California average of $370 and about 38% above the U.S. average of $335. In a typical year, rates swing with the seasons, from about $380 in October to about $580 in January.
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 $855+ a night, about 2.4 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge $560 or more, about $200 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about $365 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge $250 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
January rates run 52% above October's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average $458 $617 $336
What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Big Bear Lake?
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 Big Bear Lake it averaged $146 over the past year, from about $87 in a typical October to about $269 in a typical December.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $288+ per open night, about 2.6 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $180 or more, about $70 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $110 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $68 or less, about 62% of the median.
December RevPAR is about 3.1 times October's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average $147 $284 $71
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Big Bear Lake
Big Bear Lake has two high seasons, July and December–February, which makes it a highly seasonal market. Business is slowest from September to November and slows again from March to May.
Average revenue by month in Big Bear Lake
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average $4,470 $8,340 $2,690
Revenue by month in Big Bear Lake in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | High season | $6,490 |
| February | High season | $5,800 |
| March | Low season | $4,060 |
| April | Low season | $2,750 |
| May | Low season | $2,850 |
| June | Shoulder season | $4,230 |
| July | High season | $5,320 |
| August | Shoulder season | $4,140 |
| September | Low season | $2,960 |
| October | Low season | $2,690 |
| November | Low season | $4,040 |
| December | High season | $8,340 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonDecember–February | $6,880 | 37% | $559 |
| High seasonJuly | $5,320 | 34% | $446 |
| Shoulder seasonJune, August | $4,190 | 32% | $421 |
| Low seasonMarch–May, September–November | $3,220 | 26% | $422 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Big Bear Lake?
Guests book Big Bear Lake stays 36 days ahead on average (about five weeks). July stays are booked furthest out, about 45 days ahead, and March stays closest to arrival, about 25 days. A typical July booking is made in late May.
July stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average 34 days 47 days 22 days
The 12-month figure of 36 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 Big Bear Lake
Airbnb is legal in Big Bear Lake with a $635-a-year city license issued after an inspection. There is no primary-residence rule or night cap; hotel tax is 10% plus a 3% tourism fee, and unlicensed rentals face fines up to $5,000.
92% of the 3,211 active listings in Big Bear Lake display a registration, permit or license number. The share shows what hosts display, not what local rules allow: it can't show whether new permits are still issued, or whether limits on nights, zones or property types apply.
The permit, operating limits and taxes on a stay are set out in the Big Bear Lake Airbnb regulations, each rule linked to its official source and checked October 2026.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Big Bear Lake
AirROI's area guide picks five Big Bear Lake neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by The Village, Bear Mountain and Snow Summit. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| The Village | The Village is the heart of Big Bear Lake, featuring shops, restaurants, and entertainment, making it a prime location for tourists. Its proximity to the lake and ski resorts also makes it a sought-after area for lodging. | Big Bear Lake, Bear Mountain Ski Resort, Snow Summit, The Village Shops and Restaurants, Big Bear Alpine Zoo |
| Bear Mountain | Bear Mountain is popular for its ski resort, attracting winter sports enthusiasts year-round. In summer, it offers hiking and outdoor activities, appealing to adventure seekers. | Bear Mountain Ski Resort, Golf Course, Mountain Biking Trails, Hiking Trails, Scenic Chairlift Rides |
| Snow Summit | Aside from being a winter ski hub, Snow Summit provides numerous hiking and mountain biking trails during the summer, drawing nature lovers and outdoor adventurers. | Snow Summit Ski Resort, Sky Chair, Mountain Biking Trails, Hiking Trails |
| Moonridge | Moonridge is a residential area close to Bear Mountain Ski Resort and the Big Bear Alpine Zoo, making it ideal for family vacations and nature lovers. | Big Bear Alpine Zoo, Bear Mountain Ski Resort, Hiking Trails, Shopping and dining in nearby areas |
| Shawnee | Shawnee is another beautiful residential area near the lake, popular for its calm environment and forest surroundings, suitable for relaxing getaways. | Big Bear Lake, Hiking Trails, Nature Parks, Scenic Views |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Big Bear Lake Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Almost every Airbnb in Big Bear Lake is an entire home: 97% of listings, with private rooms at 2%. Cabins and other outdoor stays make up 54% of listings, ahead of houses (39%).
Nearly all listings rent the whole place
Big Bear Lake Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 97%
- Private room 2%
- Hotel room <1%
- Shared room <1%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 97.2% | 3,122 |
| Private room | 2.3% | 74 |
| Hotel room | 0.3% | 9 |
| Shared room | 0.2% | 6 |
Cabins lead the property mix
Big Bear Lake Airbnb listings by property type
- Cabin/Outdoor 54%
- House 39%
- Apartment/Condo 5%
- Hotel/Boutique 2%
- Others <1%
- Unique stay <1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Cabin/Outdoor | 53.8% | 1,729 |
| House | 39.2% | 1,258 |
| Apartment/Condo | 4.6% | 147 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 2.1% | 69 |
| Others | 0.2% | 6 |
| Unique stay | 0.1% | 2 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Big Bear Lake Have?
Most Big Bear Lake homes are built for groups: 61% of entire homes have three or more bedrooms, and three-bedroom homes are the most common size (36%).
Big Bear Lake entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms
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Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 0.9% | 29 |
| 1 bedroom | 7.7% | 239 |
| 2 bedrooms | 29.9% | 927 |
| 3 bedrooms | 35.9% | 1,111 |
| 4 bedrooms | 16.8% | 521 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 8.7% | 269 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Big Bear Lake
A typical studio in Big Bear Lake earned $4,890 over the past year, against $91,100 for a home with five or more bedrooms.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 29 | $4,890 | $7,620 | $164 | 20% |
| 1 bedroom | 239 | $18,400 | $23,200 | $254 | 32% |
| 2 bedrooms | 927 | $20,600 | $25,100 | $317 | 29% |
| 3 bedrooms | 1,111 | $27,400 | $34,600 | $437 | 28% |
| 4 bedrooms | 521 | $44,900 | $56,200 | $653 | 29% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 269 | $91,100 | $109,000 | $1,012 | 32% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Big Bear Lake Sleep?
Big Bear Lake is a group-trip market: 44% of listings sleep eight or more guests, about 2.6 times the share of the next most common size, six guests (17%).
Big Bear Lake listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
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Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | 0.0% | 1 |
| 2 guests | 5.0% | 159 |
| 3 guests | 2.8% | 87 |
| 4 guests | 11.2% | 355 |
| 5 guests | 11.6% | 367 |
| 6 guests | 17.0% | 539 |
| 7 guests | 8.8% | 278 |
| 8+ guests | 43.5% | 1,377 |
How Big Bear Lake Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Big Bear Lake hosts set up an average of 4.8 beds per listing. About four in ten listings (39%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 36
- Beds per listing
- 4.8
- Show exact location
- 39%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Big Bear Lake Offer?
Hot tubs are common in Big Bear Lake: 55% of listings have one.
Share of Big Bear Lake listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Big Bear Lake
Listings in Big Bear Lake with a boat slip earned about 2.7 times as much a year, on average, as those without: $103,000 against $37,900. The gap is smaller for a waterfront setting (about 2.4 times as much) and a pool table (about twice as much). 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 Big Bear Lake 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boat slip | 3% | $103,000 | $37,900 | +171% |
| Waterfront | 6% | $88,900 | $36,400 | +144% |
| Pool table | 23% | $65,600 | $32,000 | +105% |
| Hot tub | 55% | $50,700 | $25,900 | +96% |
| Lake access | 13% | $66,200 | $35,500 | +87% |
| Ping pong table | 8% | $64,800 | $37,400 | +73% |
| Beach access | 3% | $66,500 | $38,800 | +72% |
| Children’s bikes | 0.5% | $66,400 | $39,500 | +68% |
| Kayak | 2% | $65,500 | $39,000 | +68% |
| Elevator | 3% | $64,600 | $38,800 | +66% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Big Bear Lake?
Big Bear Lake draws mostly domestic guests: 94% of those who left reviews live in the United States. Los Angeles alone accounts for 17% of reviews. Of the 6% from abroad, most come from Mexico and the United Kingdom. English is spoken by 60% of guests, and Spanish by 24%.
94% of Big Bear Lake guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 94%
- International 6%
Where Big Bear Lake guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Los Angeles | 17.1% |
| San Diego | 8.8% |
| Las Vegas | 2.2% |
| Long Beach | 1.7% |
Where Big Bear Lake guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 93.6% |
| Mexico | 3.4% |
| United Kingdom | 0.3% |
| Brazil | 0.2% |
| Australia | 0.2% |
Languages spoken by Big Bear Lake guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 60.3% |
| Spanish | 24.5% |
| French | 2.4% |
| Chinese | 1.9% |
| Russian | 1.3% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Big Bear Lake?
Big Bear Lake Airbnbs average 4.77 stars, and 44% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.69, against 4.91 for location.
Location scores highest in Big Bear Lake; 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 | 4.80 |
| Cleanliness | 4.72 |
| Communication | 4.86 |
| Location | 4.91 |
| Check-in | 4.86 |
| Value | 4.69 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Big Bear Lake: Stays, Rules and Fees
More than nine in ten Big Bear Lake listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 7% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 40% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Big Bear Lake listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 66%
- 181-270 days 28%
- 91-180 days 6%
- 31-90 days <1%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 65.6% | 2,105 |
| 181-270 days | 27.8% | 893 |
| 91-180 days | 6.0% | 194 |
| 31-90 days | 0.6% | 19 |
Days a year Big Bear Lake listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days <1%
- 181-270 days 7%
- 91-180 days 29%
- 31-90 days 40%
- 1-30 days 24%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 0.6% | 20 |
| 181-270 days | 6.9% | 220 |
| 91-180 days | 28.7% | 923 |
| 31-90 days | 40.0% | 1,283 |
| 1-30 days | 23.8% | 765 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Big Bear Lake?
The average Big Bear Lake booking lasts 3 nights, longest in July and shortest in January. Listings took about 24 bookings each over the year, some 77,100 in all. About three-quarters 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 Big Bear Lake
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 2.8 nights 3.6 nights 2.3 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Big Bear Lake Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
Nearly all listings in Big Bear Lake accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Big Bear Lake 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 Big Bear Lake?
Moderate is the most common cancellation policy in Big Bear Lake, used by 43% of listings; it refunds guests in full if they cancel at least five days before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: 54% of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 38% on Firm or stricter ones.
Cancellation policies of Big Bear Lake listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Big Bear Lake?
Nearly all Big Bear Lake listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is about $210. Spread over the average stay of 3 nights, that adds roughly $70 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 15% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- $210
- Average cleaning fee
- $249
- Listings charging a fee
- 95.7%
- Share of gross revenue
- 15.4%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Big Bear Lake
The top-grossing Airbnb in Big Bear Lake, a seven-bedroom home, took in $540,000 over the past year, about 14 times the city's average of $39,600. All six listings below have five or more bedrooms, so the top of this market belongs to large homes.
Lake House-BoatDock-Kayaks-Bikes-GameRoom-HotTub Entire home · 7 bedrooms Rated 4.92 
Eagle Point Lake House-Hot Tub+Games+Boat Dock Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.71 - Revenue
- $458,720
- Occupancy
- 54.4%
- Daily rate
- $2,113
Private 1 Acre Estate Near Slopes Sleeps 16 Entire home · 9 bedrooms Rated 4.94 - Revenue
- $416,197
- Occupancy
- 71.2%
- Daily rate
- $1,467
Lakefront Log Estate with Private Dock and Spa Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.95 - Revenue
- $404,264
- Occupancy
- 66.3%
- Daily rate
- $1,453
Lakefront Estate, Dock & Hot Tub | Lagunita Shores Entire home · 7 bedrooms Rated 4.75 - Revenue
- $353,597
- Occupancy
- 38.5%
- Daily rate
- $1,746
Ski Lodge 2 Min to Slopes Sleeps 16 Game Room Entire home · 7 bedrooms Rated 4.96 - Revenue
- $337,328
- Occupancy
- 54.3%
- Daily rate
- $1,328
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Big Bear Lake?
Destination Big Bear Vacation is the top-grossing host in Big Bear Lake, with $19.7 million in bookings across 331 listings over the past year. Together, the ten top-grossing hosts run 36% of the market's 3,211 listings.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Destination Big Bear Vacation | 331 | $19,716,410 | $59,566 | 4.81/5 | |
| Big Bear | 243 | $11,468,960 | $47,197 | 4.47/5 | |
| Leanne | 115 | $6,728,128 | $58,505 | 4.91/5 | |
| 4 | Cool Cabins Big Bear Cool Cabins | 237 | $5,434,959 | $22,932 | 4.63/5 |
| 5 | Agustin Patricio | 51 | $3,651,194 | $71,592 | 4.83/5 |
| 6 | Mario | 33 | $2,945,091 | $89,245 | 4.89/5 |
| 7 | AvantStay Big Bear | 35 | $2,362,760 | $67,507 | 4.71/5 |
| 8 | Molly Mei | 30 | $2,129,426 | $70,981 | 4.84/5 |
| 9 | Bryan | 46 | $1,519,016 | $33,022 | 4.75/5 |
| 10 | Wander Vacation Rentals | 21 | $1,480,892 | $70,519 | 4.91/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Big Bear Lake?
Professional management companies run 35% of Big Bear Lake listings. Superhosts run 53% of listings. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 93% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 53.5%
- Professional management
- 34.6%
- Cohosted listings
- 32.1%
- Instant Book enabled
- 58.5%
- Simplified Pricing
- 92.6%
Largest Airbnb Management Companies in Big Bear Lake
31 management companies run five or more active Airbnb listings in Big Bear Lake, and companies run 49% of its Airbnb homes. Big Bear Vacations is the largest, with 239 listings and an average guest rating of 4.51; the next largest are Big Bear Cool Cabins, Leanne, Evolve and SavvyBearsOffice. Among the five largest, Leanne's homes rate highest, at 4.92.
The five largest run 22% of Big Bear Lake's Airbnb homes
Share of Big Bear Lake's Airbnb homes each company runs as host or co-host
- Big Bear Vacations 7% · 239
- Big Bear Cool Cabins 7% · 229
- Leanne 4% · 140
- Evolve 2% · 55
- SavvyBearsOffice 2% · 55
- All other listings 78%
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 California, ranked by homes, guest rating and growth.
Nearby markets
Big Bear Lake vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 31 km, Fawnskin (6 km away, 91 listings) earned the most per listing, about 10% more than Big Bear Lake. Highland was the busiest, booked on 35% of nights against 29% in Big Bear Lake.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Bear City 4 km | 1,041 | $31,351 | $359 | 30% |
| Fawnskin 6 km | 91 | $43,401 | $526 | 29% |
| Green Valley Lake 17 km | 77 | $21,351 | $239 | 32% |
| Running Springs 20 km | 224 | $27,348 | $292 | 33% |
| Lake Arrowhead 28 km | 848 | $37,297 | $433 | 29% |
| Blue Jay 30 km | 48 | $42,754 | $431 | 31% |
| Agua Fria 31 km | 42 | $28,560 | $355 | 28% |
| Highland 31 km | 32 | $17,749 | $168 | 35% |
Other Airbnb Markets in California
- Los Angeles Airbnb data 9,833 listings
- San Diego Airbnb data 9,504 listings
- San Francisco Airbnb data 4,259 listings
- Palm Springs Airbnb data 3,506 listings
- Mammoth Lakes Airbnb data 2,696 listings
- San Jose Airbnb data 2,232 listings
- South Lake Tahoe Airbnb data 1,876 listings
- Palm Desert Airbnb data 1,712 listings
See all 643 California Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Big Bear Lake
Markets elsewhere in the United States with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Big Bear Lake:
- Graford Airbnb data TX · $466/night · 29.3%
- Burnet Airbnb data TX · $453/night · 29.4%
- Culver Airbnb data IN · $467/night · 29.7%
- Government Camp Airbnb data OR · $463/night · 29.9%
- Litchfield Beach Airbnb data SC · $449/night · 28.2%
- Northport Airbnb data AL · $472/night · 29.7%
FAQ
Big Bear Lake Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Big Bear Lake?
An active Big Bear Lake Airbnb grossed $39,623 on average in the 12 months to October 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 3,211 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $5,720 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Big Bear Lake?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Big Bear Lake listings earn between $1,610 and $5,720 in a typical month, and the top tenth $9,650 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 Big Bear Lake?
Listings in Big Bear Lake were booked on 29% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 43% for the California average. December is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Big Bear Lake?
The average booked night in Big Bear Lake cost $461 before fees. Half of listings charge between $250 and $560, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Big Bear Lake?
Yes, with a city vacation rental license ($635 a year): owners can rent homes in Big Bear Lake for 28 nights or fewer, with no primary-residence rule and no annual night cap. The Big Bear Lake Airbnb regulations set out the permit, its cost, the taxes on a stay and the operating limits, each linked to its official source.
Is Airbnb profitable in Big Bear Lake?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Big Bear Lake Airbnb grossed $39,623 in the 12 months to October 2026, 14% below the California average of $46,107. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, $23,183 a year (about $1,930 a month) is left before the mortgage or rent. A home that costs less than that to own or rent makes a profit, and a listing at the top-quarter mark leaves about $3,550 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Big Bear Lake?
December usually pays best, averaging $8,340 per active listing over the past two years, and October usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Big Bear Lake?
Each night a Big Bear Lake listing was open to book earned $146 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 $288 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Big Bear Lake?
Big Bear Lake stays were booked 36 days (about five 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 Big Bear Lake?
The average Big Bear Lake Airbnb stay lasted 3 nights over the past year. A listing took 24 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Big Bear Lake rated?
Guests rate Big Bear Lake Airbnbs 4.77 out of 5 on average. Guests score location highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Big Bear Lake?
The Village, Bear Mountain and Snow Summit draw the most short-term rental interest in Big Bear Lake. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Big Bear Lake?
AirROI counted 3,211 active Airbnb listings in Big Bear Lake as of October 2026. The closest tracked market is Big Bear City, 4 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Big Bear Lake?
In Big Bear Lake, nearly all listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about $210.
How many tourists visit Big Bear Lake, CA?
All of the United States had 72.4 million international tourist arrivals in 2024, UN Tourism reports, via Our World in Data. AirROI estimates 77,139 Airbnb stays in Big Bear Lake, CA in the 12 months to October 2026, which counts bookings and not tourists. See California tourism statistics.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 3,211 active Airbnb listings in Big Bear Lake 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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