Curious about how Airbnb is really performing in 2024 and 2025? Whether you’re a host, investor, traveler, or just digging into the numbers, these updated Airbnb statistics reveal what’s happening across the entire platform. From hosting trends and property management shifts to booking patterns and guest behavior, this Airbnb data paints a clear picture of where the short-term rental market is heading. 

We’ve gathered the most compelling insights in one place—no fluff, just real numbers that show how Airbnb continues to evolve. If you want to stay ahead of the curve, make smarter hosting decisions, or understand what’s driving Airbnb’s growth, you’re in the right spot. Let’s break it all down.

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Airbnb Corporate Statistics

1. As of June 2025, Airbnb is valued at approximately $81.2 billion in market capitalization, down from its peak of over $113 billion in late 2020. (Source: Macrotrends.net)
2. In June 2025, the Airbnb share price was $129.67, while the all-time high closing price was $216.84 in February 2021. (Source: Macrotrends.net)
3. Airbnb was founded in 2008 and went public 12 years later in December 2020. (Source: Airbnb Investor Relations)
4. In 2020, Airbnb priced its IPO at $68 per share, but the stock opened for trading at $146 per share on the Nasdaq. (Source: Yahoo Finance)
5. As of December 2024, Airbnb employed approximately 7,300 people, which reflects a slight increase compared to pre-pandemic staffing levels. (Source: Macrotrends.net)
6. Airbnb currently holds about 44% of the global short-term rental market, significantly ahead of its closest competitors. (Source: Business Insider)

Airbnb Listing Statistics

7. As of late 2024, Airbnb has over 8 million active listings worldwide, which is more than Vrbo and comparable to Booking.com (Source: RadicalStorage.com).
8. Airbnb listings are now found in more than 100,000 cities and towns across the globe (Source: iPropertyManagement.com).
9. The platform operates in over 220 countries and regions, making it available in nearly every country in the world (Source: iPropertyManagement.com).
10. Between 2020 and 2024, the number of unique Airbnb stay listings increased by 123%, outpacing the growth of traditional listings during the same period (Source: Airbnb
11. Airbnb’s listing search algorithm considers over 100 factors, but the three most important Airbnb SEO factors are listing quality, popularity, and price (Source: Hospitable.com).
12. The top amenities searched by Airbnb guests include pools, hot tubs, outdoor spaces, washers, free parking, and self check-in options (Source: Rabbu.com).
13. In 2024, Quincy, Washington—a small town with a population of just 7,543—emerged as Airbnb's top trending destination worldwide for the summer season, surpassing major hotspots like Las Vegas and Florida beaches (Source: The Nature of Home).

Airbnb Host Statistics

14. As of early 2025, Airbnb has more than 5 million hosts around the world, a significant increase from 2007 when co-founders Brian Chesky and Joe Gebbia welcomed their first three guests on air mattresses in their San Francisco apartment (Source: Airbnb Newsroom).
15. The number of Airbnb Superhosts has surpassed 1 million globally, with these top-rated hosts now operating in over 200 countries and territories (Source: Airbnb Newsroom).
16. In the United States, 34% of all Airbnb hosts have achieved Superhost status, reflecting Airbnb’s emphasis on consistent quality and guest satisfaction (Source: iPropertyManagement).
17. Approximately 62% of U.S.-based Airbnb hosts use their hosting income to help cover rising costs of living, highlighting the platform’s role as a financial support tool during inflationary times (Source: PYMNTS.com).
18. Globally, women make up more than half of all Airbnb hosts, with countries like Australia reporting a female host rate as high as 64% (Source: Travel Weekly Australia).
19. In 2024, Airbnb launched a Co-Host Network, enlisting over 10,000 experienced hosts across 10 countries to assist new or time-constrained hosts in managing their listing (Source: Airbnb).

Airbnb Guest Statistics

20. As of 2025, Airbnb has over 200 million active users worldwide, reflecting the platform's expansive global reach (Source: Demand Sage).
21. In 2024, guests booked more than 491 million nights and experiences on Airbnb, marking a significant increase from previous years (Source: Radical Storage).
22. On average, Airbnb guests stay 4.3 nights per booking, indicating a preference for multi-night stays over short visits (Source: Demand Sage).
23. Approximately 77% of Airbnb users choose the platform to "live like a local," highlighting the desire for authentic and immersive travel experiences (Source: iGMS).
24. In 2024, the average nightly rate for an Airbnb stay in North America was $163, providing a cost-effective alternative to traditional hotel accommodations (Source: Radical Storage).
25. Millennials and Gen Z travelers dominate Airbnb's user base, with two-thirds of guests falling between the ages of 25 and 40, showcasing the platform's appeal to younger demographics (Source: iGMS).

Airbnb Stays Statistics

26. As of the end of 2024, Airbnb has facilitated over 2 billion guest arrivals globally since its inception in 2007, marking a significant milestone in the platform's growth (Source: Airbnb Q4 2023 Financial Results).
27. In 2024, Airbnb reported a 14% year-over-year increase in Nights and Experiences Booked, totaling 491 million, indicating a robust rebound in travel demand (Source: Airbnb Q4 2024 Financial Results).
28. During the same period, cross-border travel bookings saw a 49% increase compared to the previous year, reflecting a strong resurgence in international travel (Source: GreenDot Stocks).
29. As of early 2024, the average length of an Airbnb stay was 3.7 nights, slightly down from 3.8 nights in 2023, indicating a trend towards shorter stays (Source: Radical Storage).
30. In 2024, Airbnb's average daily rate (ADR) in the U.S. reached $236.95, with major metro areas like Los Angeles and San Francisco commanding significantly higher nightly prices due to continued demand for urban and premium stays (Source: iGMS).

Airbnb Revenue and ROI Statistics

31. In 2024, Airbnb earned a record $11.1 billion in revenue, reflecting a 12% increase from the previous year due to growth in nights stayed and moderate rate increases (Source: Airbnb, Business of Apps).
32. The company's net income reached $2.6 billion in 2024, slightly down from 2023 due to the absence of tax benefits that had boosted prior-year profits (Source: Airbnb, Business of Apps).
33. Airbnb's gross booking value rose to $81.8 billion in 2024, up 12% year-over-year, indicating strong demand and platform usage worldwide (Source: Airbnb, Business of Apps).
34. In Q3 2024, Airbnb achieved a net income margin of 37%, the highest quarterly margin in the company’s history (Source: Airbnb, Q3 2024 Financial Results).
35. Airbnb reported $4.0 billion in adjusted EBITDA for 2024, with a 36% EBITDA margin, underscoring operational profitability (Source: Airbnb, Captide).
36. Free cash flow for the year totaled $4.5 billion, representing a 40% free cash flow margin and enabling continued investment and stock buybacks (Source: Airbnb, Q4 2024 Financial Results).
37. In 2024, Airbnb announced a planned investment of $200 million to $250 million into new business initiatives, including enhancements to the guest experience and expansion of platform offerings (Source: Airbnb).
38. The company launched a new "Icons" category in 2024, offering experiential listings such as a real floating house inspired by Pixar’s Up, as part of its strategy to attract travelers with unique stays (Source: Airbnb).
39. In 2025, the average monthly revenue per Airbnb host is approximately $1,910, though earnings vary widely by location, property type, and strategy (Source: IPPEI).
40. Airbnb now offers over 8 million active listings across more than 220 countries and regions, demonstrating its vast global footprint (Source: Airbnb).

Airbnb Long-Term Stay Statistics

41. As of early 2024, long-term stays (28 days or more) made up 17% of all gross nights booked on Airbnb (Source: ScottMax).
42. In 2024, 55% of guests booking long-term stays on Airbnb did so for work or study reasons, confirming the platform’s appeal to remote workers, students, and digital nomads (Source: EnterpriseAppsToday).
43. To accommodate rising demand for extended stays, Airbnb expanded its “Airbnb-friendly apartments” program to over 125,000 units across 127 cities in 17 U.S. states by late 2023 (Source: Rental Scale-Up).
44. CEO Brian Chesky stated in 2024 that long-term rentals now make up 17–18% of Airbnb’s overall business, compared to just 13–14% before the pandemic (Source: Reuters).

Airbnb Market Statistics

45. In 2024, Orange Beach, Alabama had the highest Airbnb occupancy rate in the U.S. at 83%, making it one of the most profitable destinations for short-term rental hosts (Source: PriceLabs).
46. Brighton Heights, Pennsylvania offered the highest Airbnb cash-on-cash return in 2025 at 7.45%, positioning it as a top-performing investment market for short-term rentals (Source: Mashvisor).
47. Los Angeles, California led the nation in Airbnb activity in 2024 with 13,762 active listings, making it the most saturated Airbnb market in the United States (Source: Airbtics).
48. In 2024, Airbnb guests contributed more than $90 billion to the U.S. economy, supporting over one million jobs and generating $52 billion in labor income across local communities (Source: Airbnb).

Airbnb Fee Statistics

49. As of 2024, most hosts pay a 3% service fee per booking. Guests typically pay around 14.2%. In the host-only fee model, hosts pay 14% to 16%, and guests pay nothing (Source: Airbnb, iPropertyManagement).
50. In April 2024, Airbnb added a 2% fee for bookings with different host and guest currencies. This brought some guest fees up to 16.2% (Source: Airbnb, Rental Scale-Up).
51. The average cleaning fee for a U.S. Airbnb stay in 2024 was $145. In places like Aspen, Colorado, it averaged up to $335 per stay (Source: Consumer Affairs).
52. By early 2024, 40% of listings had reduced or removed cleaning fees. This followed Airbnb’s push for more transparent pricing (Source: Airbnb).

Airbnb Property Management Statistics

53. In 2024, full-service Airbnb property management companies in the U.S. charged between 25% and 40% of monthly rental income for complete services including guest support, turnover, and maintenance (Source: Mashvisor).
54. Half-service Airbnb managers in 2024 typically charged between 10% and 15% of monthly revenue, covering partial support such as listing management and communication (Source: Mashvisor).
55. By the end of 2024, Airbnb had over 10,000 co-hosts across 10 countries offering property owners hands-on help with day-to-day hosting responsibilities (Source: The Times).
56. During the 2024 Paris Olympics, Airbnb listings in Paris surged by 85% compared to the previous year as homeowners rushed to profit from tourism demand (Source: Le Monde).
57. Airbnb’s co-host program in 2024 required co-hosts to have a minimum 4.8-star rating and experience managing at least 10 completed stays (Source: El País).
58. In 2024, Airbnb removed over 400,000 underperforming listings that failed to meet updated quality standards (Source: iPropertyManagement).
59. The U.S. remained Airbnb’s largest market in 2024 with 2.25 million active listings across the country (Source: Demand Sage).
60. Smart pricing tools and optimized furnishing allowed professionally managed Airbnb properties in top markets to earn 20%–40% more revenue compared to self-managed listings in 2024 (Source: Mashvisor).
61. Airbnb generated $11.1 billion in global revenue in 2024, supported in part by property managers who optimized listing performance across multi-unit portfolios (Source: Business of Apps).
62. Gross booking value across Airbnb properties hit $81.8 billion in 2024, reflecting the efficiency and scale of managed listings worldwide (Source: Business of Apps).
63. In 2024, the average Airbnb daily rate held steady in the U.S. despite increasing competition, with property managers playing a key role in sustaining occupancy (Source: Wall Street Journal).
64. Co-hosts and management partners focused heavily on Airbnb’s new “Icons” listings in 2024, helping to prepare and deliver unique experiences like the real-life floating Up house (Source: Herald Sun).
65. Airbnb’s market cap reached $83.79 billion in 2024, with a substantial portion of platform success attributed to scalable operations run by professional hosts and property managers (Source: Demand Sage).

Airbnb Social Media Statistics

66. As of mid-2025, Airbnb has over 6.3 million followers on Instagram, showing strong visual engagement with global travelers (Source: HypeAuditor).
67. Airbnb uses Instagram to highlight immersive stays and creative visuals, making it one of their most effective platforms (Source: Keyhole).
68. On TikTok, Airbnb gained massive attention with viral content like the real-life Shrek’s Swamp listing (Source: Pursue Persuade).
69. Airbnb’s YouTube channel features animated videos and host stories, helping grow its subscriber base and support brand storytelling (Source: Keyhole).
70. In 2024, Airbnb helped TikTok influencer Alix Earle and her group after a botched booking, earning millions of impressions through social buzz (Source: HubSpot).

Takeaway

Airbnb has come a long way, and the numbers prove it. From millions of listings to billions in guest arrivals and host earnings, the platform keeps growing—and changing. These Airbnb statistics offer more than just big-picture milestones; they highlight how everyday hosts, travelers, and property managers are shaping the future of short-term rentals. 

Trends will continue to shift, but one thing’s clear: staying informed gives you an edge. Keep these Airbnb data insights in your back pocket, and check back often—there’s always more to learn.

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