Tampico

As of June 2026, Tampico, Ciudad Madero, Altamira have 961 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 17% increase from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Tampico generates $122K per year. High-performing properties earn $466K/year, while low-performing properties earn $46K/year. Supply growth of nearly 17% YoY combined with declining revenue signals intensifying competition outpacing demand. The nearly 4x performance gap between high and low performers suggests market fragmentation, where differentiation increasingly determines viability in a saturated landscape.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Tampico. Average annual revenue is $122K with 20% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to $466K/year. Supply growth of nearly 17% YoY outpaces flat revenue trends, indicating intensifying competition despite stable market size. The nearly 4x gap between average and top performers suggests significant operational or positioning variance among hosts.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Tampico is 20%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of $2K, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of $284 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Tampico, with annual revenue of $355K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Tampico market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Tampico area. I don't have reliable data on short-term rental regulations or enforcement realities for Tampico, Ciudad Madero, and Altamira in Tamaulipas, Mexico. These mid-sized Mexican cities lack widely documented STR frameworks. Regulations may exist at municipal level but aren't publicly accessible in English sources. Enforcement information is particularly sparse. I recommend contacting local municipal offices (ayuntamientos) directly or consulting with local property managers who operate in these markets for current, accurate information. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Tampico Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing oversaturated conditions. Supply has grown 17% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 3%. This indicates supply growth outpacing demand, pressuring returns. The wide performance gap between high-performing ($465,929) and average listings ($122,213) suggests market bifurcation, where only differentiated properties capture disproportionate revenue while the broader host base faces intensifying competition.

Launch around May, 2-3 months before peak summer season (August peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 34% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (October-February) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Tampico listings include: Air Conditioning (99%), Tv (98%), Kitchen (97%), Parking (54%), Balcony (41%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Pool, Washing Machine, Bbq, with Pool properties earning approximately 281% more ($657K/year vs $172K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Tampico over the last 12 months: May: $8K, June: $8K, July: $15K, August: $16K, September: $8K, October: $5K, November: $5K, December: $9K, January: $5K, February: $3K, March: $8K, April: $15K. These figures are based on RevPAR (revenue per available room) multiplied by the number of days in each month.

The overall average nightly rate in Tampico is $2K, up 21% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average $756/night, 2-bedroom properties average $2K/night, 3-bedroom properties average $2K/night, 4+ bedroom properties average $4K/night. Rates peak in April and are lowest in October.

Guests in Tampico book an average of 15 days in advance, down 19% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 12 days, 2-bedroom: 15 days, 3-bedroom: 17 days, 4+ bedroom: 24 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Tampico Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply grew 17%, revenue per listing decreased 3%, occupancy fell 15%, average nightly rates increased 21%, and lead time decreased 19%. The significant supply growth outpacing demand signals intensifying competition, while the substantial gap between average ($122,213) and high-performing listings ($465,929) suggests market bifurcation favoring differentiated properties.

In Tampico, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Tuesday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekends show 59% higher occupancy than weekdays.