Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Hattiesburg?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Hattiesburg market averaged 514 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 7% from a year earlier and up 154% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Hattiesburg?

Accepted Answer

An average Hattiesburg listing earns $25K/year. High-performing listings earn $45K, while low-performing listings earn $11K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Hattiesburg home prices by size are 2-bedroom $115K, 3-bedroom $176K, and 4+ bedroom $278K.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Hattiesburg is 32%, producing RevPAR of $51 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Hattiesburg?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Hattiesburg. Hattiesburg: Lenient. No specific STR regulations or permit requirements. Operates under standard business licensing and zoning rules. Minimal enforcement.
Meridian: Lenient. No dedicated STR ordinance. Standard business license and tax compliance expected. Light enforcement, hosts operate freely.
Laurel: Lenient. No specific STR regulations in place. Subject to general business licensing and property standards. Minimal enforcement activity. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Hattiesburg Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Hattiesburg Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 7% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 3%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Hattiesburg?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Hattiesburg?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (100%), TV (98%), Kitchen (98%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Internet (+41%), Lake Access (+27%), Bbq (+17%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Hattiesburg is $195, up 18% year-over-year. Rates peak in July and are lowest in January.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Hattiesburg book an average of 24 days in advance, down 9% from last year. Booking windows range from 23 days for 1-bedroom listings to 25 days for 3-bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Monday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 61% 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.Meridian & East Central Mississippi	$31.7K 21 listings	50.5% 21 listings
2.Hattiesburg	$28.8K 34 listings	15.6% 34 listings
3.Hattiesburg Surroundings	$29.0K 22 listings	12.5% 22 listings