Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Dubuque?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Dubuque market averaged 1,801 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 9% from a year earlier and up 55% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Dubuque?

Accepted Answer

An average Dubuque listing earns $38K/year. High-performing listings earn $83K, while low-performing listings earn $17K.

Question 3

How much does it cost to buy an Airbnb or VRBO property in Dubuque?

Accepted Answer

Median Dubuque home prices by size are 1-bedroom $128K, 2-bedroom $195K, 3-bedroom $270K, and 4+ bedroom $315K.

Question 4

What is the occupancy rate for Airbnb and VRBO in Dubuque?

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Dubuque is 30%, producing RevPAR of $86 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Dubuque?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Dubuque. Dubuque: Moderate. Requires business license and zoning compliance. Owner-occupancy not required but density limits in some residential zones. Enforcement is moderate with complaint-driven action.
Galena: Lenient. Business license required, basic safety standards. No owner-occupancy rules or density caps. Light enforcement, mainly complaint-based.
Platteville: Lenient. Requires rental permit and inspections. No owner-occupancy requirements or rental caps. Minimal enforcement, primarily addressing neighbor complaints. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Dubuque Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Dubuque Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 9% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 23%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Dubuque?

Accepted Answer

RevPAR is highest in July and August; it is lowest in February and January.

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Dubuque?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (100%), Heating (98%), Kitchen (97%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Internet (+65%), Heating (+61%), TV (+60%).

Question 9

What is the average nightly rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Dubuque?

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Dubuque is $296, up 18% year-over-year. Rates peak in July and are lowest in April.

Question 10

How far in advance do guests book Airbnb and VRBO stays in Dubuque?

Accepted Answer

Guests in Dubuque book an average of 38 days in advance, down 4% from last year. Booking windows range from 31 days for 1-bedroom listings to 50 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

Which days of the week perform best for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Dubuque?

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Wednesday. Weekend occupancy is 145% higher than weekday occupancy.

Question 12

How is gross yield calculated?

Accepted Answer

For each eligible home, annual room-revenue potential is divided by a ZIP- and bedroom-matched home-value estimate. Groups show the median of those yields. Cleaning income is excluded. Gross yield is before expenses and financing.

Neighborhood	Revenue (potential)	Gross yield
1.The Galena Territory	$53.3K 123 listings	14.9% 123 listings
2.Dubuque	$26.6K 120 listings	14.4% 120 listings
3.McGregor and Guttenberg	$27.7K 21 listings	10.3% 21 listings
4.Lansing and Allamakee County	$34.6K 21 listings	9.8% 21 listings