How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in El Paso?

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the El Paso market averaged 1,718 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 0% from a year earlier and up 24% over two years.

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in El Paso?

An average El Paso listing earns $22K/year. High-performing listings earn $40K, while low-performing listings earn $7K.

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

Median El Paso home prices by size are 1-bedroom $148K, 2-bedroom $165K, 3-bedroom $228K, and 4+ bedroom $282K.

What is the occupancy rate for Airbnb and VRBO in El Paso?

Average occupancy in El Paso is 46%, producing RevPAR of $42 per available night.

Are short-term rentals legal in El Paso?

Rules vary across El Paso. El Paso: Lenient. No specific STR regulations or permits required. Operates under general business licensing and zoning rules. Minimal enforcement. Las Cruces: Lenient. Business registration and lodgers tax required. No occupancy restrictions or density limits. Light enforcement, mostly tax-focused. Ciudad Juárez: Lenient. Informal regulation through tourism permits. Minimal government oversight of short-term rentals. Very limited enforcement infrastructure. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Is the El Paso Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

The El Paso Airbnb and VRBO market does not show clear signs of oversaturation. Supply has grown 0% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 10%, suggesting demand is outpacing available supply.

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in El Paso?

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

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in El Paso?

The most common amenities are Internet (100%), Air Conditioning (100%), TV (98%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Pool (+63%), Washing Machine (+59%), TV (+39%).

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

Average daily rate in El Paso is $138, up 15% year-over-year. Rates peak in June and are lowest in January.

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

Guests in El Paso book an average of 27 days in advance, up 19% from last year. Booking windows range from 24 days for 3-bedroom listings to 30 days for 1-bedroom listings.

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

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 35% higher than weekday occupancy.

How is gross yield calculated?

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.

El Paso, TX

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Annual revenue (actual)

$23.2k

12 mo avg

↑26%

from prior 12 mo

Occupancy rate

49%

12 mo avg

↑3%

from prior 12 mo

Avg daily rate

$131

12 mo avg

↑17%

from prior 12 mo

Gross yield

10.1%

Current potential

↓0.2 pts

vs prior-year prices

Lead time

22 days

12 mo avg

↑0 days

from prior 12 mo

Revpar

$42

12 mo avg

↑0%

from prior 12 mo

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El Paso Airbnb market summary

Best Airbnb neighborhoods in the El Paso, TX market

Compare 6 neighborhoods and nearby areas in the broader El Paso, TX rental market. These areas are not limited to city boundaries. Each figure below is based on at least 20 qualifying listings; follow an area for occupancy, nightly rates and bedroom comparisons.

Ranked by median gross yield across eligible homes. Each home’s annual room-revenue potential is compared with its ZIP- and bedroom-matched value, before expenses.

Neighborhood	Revenue (potential)	Gross yield
1.Northeast El Paso	$26.7K 120 listings	13.7% 120 listings
2.Central El Paso	$22.3K 293 listings	12.1% 293 listings
3.East El Paso	$26.4K 189 listings	11.8% 189 listings
4.West Side and Upper Valley	$34.8K 227 listings	11.6% 227 listings
5.Lower Valley and Socorro	$21.7K 49 listings	11.4% 49 listings
6.Far East El Paso	$28.7K 101 listings	11.1% 101 listings

Data as of 2026-10-06

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Performance metrics by bedroom

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