Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Jonesboro?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Jonesboro market averaged 1,075 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 6% from a year earlier and up 75% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Jonesboro?

Accepted Answer

An average Jonesboro listing earns $21K/year. High-performing listings earn $48K, while low-performing listings earn $7K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Jonesboro home prices by size are 1-bedroom $127K, 2-bedroom $122K, 3-bedroom $190K, and 4+ bedroom $281K.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Jonesboro is 24%, producing RevPAR of $46 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Jonesboro?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Jonesboro. Jonesboro: Lenient. No specific STR regulations or permit requirements. Operates under general business licensing and zoning rules. Minimal enforcement.
Memphis: Moderate. Business license and permit required, safety inspections, 3% hotel tax. Non-owner-occupied allowed. Moderate enforcement with complaint-driven action.
Little Rock: Moderate. Business license and STR permit required, zoning restrictions apply, occupancy limits. Owner-occupancy not mandated. Enforcement primarily complaint-based, moderately active. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Jonesboro Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Jonesboro Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 6% 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 Jonesboro?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Jonesboro?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (99%), Kitchen (97%), Heating (96%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Washing Machine (+53%), Lake Access (+41%), Internet (+40%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Jonesboro is $219, up 20% year-over-year. Rates peak in July and are lowest in February.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Jonesboro book an average of 28 days in advance, up 2% from last year. Booking windows range from 23 days for 1-bedroom listings to 36 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 66% 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.Jonesboro and Craighead Countryside	$22.7K 85 listings	13.5% 85 listings
2.Little Red River and Eastern Countryside	$38.9K 49 listings	13.2% 49 listings