Bodø

As of June 2026, Bodø, Fauske, Saltstraumen have 323 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 10% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Bodø generates kr123K per year. High-performing properties earn kr348K/year, while low-performing properties earn kr65K/year. Supply is contracting while revenue declines faster, suggesting demand weakness outpacing inventory reduction. The nearly 3x earnings gap between high and low performers indicates significant operational or positioning variance, though the 30% occupancy rate signals broader market softness affecting most properties.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Bodø. Average annual revenue is kr123K with 30% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to kr348K/year. Declining supply and revenue year-over-year suggest a contracting market, while the nearly 3x gap between average and top performers indicates significant variance in property performance despite consistent low occupancy across the market.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Bodø is 30%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of kr2K, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of kr224 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Bodø, with annual revenue of kr211K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Bodø market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Bodø area. I don't have reliable, current data on short-term rental regulations or enforcement reality for Bodø, Fauske, or Saltstraumen specifically. Norwegian municipalities set their own STR rules, but detailed enforcement information for these smaller cities isn't readily available in English sources. I recommend contacting each municipality's planning department (plan- og bygningsetaten) directly or checking their official websites for current regulations and how actively they're enforced. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Bodø Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 10% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 21%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The significant gap between average revenue ($122,842) and top performers ($347,841) suggests that market performance is highly differentiated, with a substantial performance tier separating successful listings from the broader market average.

Launch around April, 2-3 months before peak summer season (July peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -50% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (May-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Bodø listings include: Kitchen (97%), Tv (90%), Washing Machine (87%), Heating (87%), Pets Allowed (58%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Washing Machine, Air Conditioning, Hot Tub, with Washing Machine properties earning approximately 47% more (kr352K/year vs kr239K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Bodø over the last 12 months: May: kr6K, June: kr7K, July: kr9K, August: kr9K, September: kr7K, October: kr6K, November: kr7K, December: kr7K, January: kr5K, February: kr6K, March: kr7K, April: kr6K. 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 Bodø is kr2K, up 30% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average kr1K/night, 2-bedroom properties average kr1K/night, 3-bedroom properties average kr2K/night, 4+ bedroom properties average kr3K/night. Rates peak in December and are lowest in June.

Guests in Bodø book an average of 31 days in advance, down 21% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 30 days, 2-bedroom: 29 days, 3-bedroom: 29 days, 4+ bedroom: 37 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Bodø Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 10%, revenue per listing decreased 21%, occupancy fell 14%, average nightly rates increased 30%, and lead time decreased 21%. The rate increase failing to offset occupancy losses signals weakening demand relative to pricing power, while the wide gap between average ($122,842) and top-performing listings ($347,841) suggests concentration among premium properties despite market headwinds.

In Bodø, Friday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Wednesday.