How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Fairbanks?

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Fairbanks market averaged 978 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 4% from a year earlier and up 43% over two years.

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Fairbanks?

An average Fairbanks listing earns $39K/year. High-performing listings earn $76K, while low-performing listings earn $17K.

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

Median Fairbanks home prices by size are 1-bedroom $154K, 2-bedroom $262K, 3-bedroom $367K, and 4+ bedroom $435K.

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

Average occupancy in Fairbanks is 42%, producing RevPAR of $76 per available night.

Are short-term rentals legal in Fairbanks?

Rules vary across Fairbanks. Fairbanks: Lenient. No specific short-term rental regulations or permit requirements at city level. Must comply with general business licensing and collect borough bed tax. State of Alaska requires business license. No owner-occupancy rules or rental caps. Minimal enforcement - primarily tax compliance focused. Most hosts operate without significant restrictions beyond standard lodging taxes. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Is the Fairbanks Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

The Fairbanks Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 4% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 22%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Fairbanks?

RevPAR is highest in August and July; it is lowest in October and April.

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Fairbanks?

The most common amenities are Internet (97%), Heating (97%), Parking (97%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Hot Tub (+53%), Washing Machine (+42%), Internet (+36%).

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

Average daily rate in Fairbanks is $242, up 22% year-over-year. Rates peak in August and are lowest in November.

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

Guests in Fairbanks book an average of 41 days in advance, up 2% from last year. Booking windows range from 38 days for 2-bedroom listings to 50 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

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

Booking demand is highest on Friday and lowest on Monday. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Monday. Weekend occupancy is 16% 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.

Fairbanks, AK

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Annual revenue (actual)

$43.2k

12 mo avg

↑15%

from prior 12 mo

Occupancy rate

47%

12 mo avg

↓1%

from prior 12 mo

Avg daily rate

$225

12 mo avg

↑16%

from prior 12 mo

Gross yield

14.1%

Current potential

↓0.7 pts

vs prior-year prices

Lead time

43 days

12 mo avg

↑1 days

from prior 12 mo

Revpar

$85

12 mo avg

↑17%

from prior 12 mo

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Fairbanks Airbnb market summary

Best Airbnb neighborhoods in the Fairbanks & Interior Alaska, AK market

Compare 3 neighborhoods and nearby areas in the broader Fairbanks & Interior Alaska, AK 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.Chena Ridge & Goldstream	$38.2K 91 listings	15.4% 91 listings
2.Fairbanks & College	$36.3K 127 listings	14.2% 127 listings
3.North Pole & Badger	$34.6K 54 listings	10.7% 54 listings

Data as of 2026-09-30

Revenue per listing by bedroom

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Short-term rental supply growth

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Performance metrics by bedroom

Breakdown of revenue, property values, yields, supply, and cleaning fees for each bedroom type.

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