How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Fayette?

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Fayette market averaged 1,442 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 11% from a year earlier and up 69% over two years.

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Fayette?

An average Fayette listing earns $35K/year. High-performing listings earn $69K, while low-performing listings earn $15K.

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

Median Fayette home prices by size are 1-bedroom $104K, 2-bedroom $121K, 3-bedroom $196K, and 4+ bedroom $240K.

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

Average occupancy in Fayette is 31%, producing RevPAR of $76 per available night.

Are short-term rentals legal in Fayette?

Rules vary across Fayette. Fayetteville: Lenient. No specific STR regulations or permit requirements. Operates under general business license and zoning rules. Minimal enforcement. New River Gorge: Lenient. Unincorporated national park area with no STR-specific regulations. County rules vary by location. Very light enforcement. Beckley: Lenient. No dedicated STR ordinance. Standard business license and tax registration required. Zoning compliance expected but enforcement is minimal. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Is the Fayette Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

The Fayette Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 11% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 11%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Fayette?

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

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Fayette?

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (98%), Internet (97%), Heating (96%). The strongest positive revenue associations are TV (+37%), Hot Tub (+36%), Internet (+30%).

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

Average daily rate in Fayette is $259, up 17% year-over-year. Rates peak in July and are lowest in November.

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

Guests in Fayette book an average of 38 days in advance, up 2% from last year. Booking windows range from 33 days for 1-bedroom listings to 46 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

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

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 87% 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.

Fayette, WV

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Annual revenue (actual)

$38.6k

12 mo avg

↑8%

from prior 12 mo

Occupancy rate

36%

12 mo avg

↓3%

from prior 12 mo

Avg daily rate

$241

12 mo avg

↑17%

from prior 12 mo

Gross yield

18.6%

Current potential

↓0.7 pts

vs prior-year prices

Lead time

39 days

12 mo avg

↑1 days

from prior 12 mo

Revpar

$81

12 mo avg

↑9%

from prior 12 mo

Fayette Airbnb market summary

Compare Airbnb neighborhoods in Fayette, WV

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
Mullens & Wyoming County	$22.7K 9 listings	53.7% 9 listings
Welch & McDowell County	$17.2K 7 listings	45.2% 7 listings
Bramwell & Mercer County	$39.4K 7 listings	26.5% 7 listings
Summersville & Nicholas County	$35.2K 88 listings	20.6% 88 listings
Hinton & Summers County	$24.8K 21 listings	18.8% 21 listings

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Data as of 2026-10-06

Revenue per listing by bedroom

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