Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Juneau?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Juneau market averaged 389 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 10% from a year earlier and up 17% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Juneau?

Accepted Answer

An average Juneau listing earns $50K/year. High-performing listings earn $96K, while low-performing listings earn $22K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Juneau home prices by size are 1-bedroom $266K, 2-bedroom $317K, 3-bedroom $488K, and 4+ bedroom $635K.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Juneau is 38%, producing RevPAR of $97 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Juneau?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Juneau. Juneau: Moderate. Conditional use permit required for short-term rentals, business license mandatory, sales tax collection enforced. Owner-occupancy required in some residential zones. No citywide rental caps but zoning restrictions apply. Enforcement is moderate - city responds to complaints and conducts periodic compliance checks. Some unpermitted rentals operate but face penalties when discovered. Planning department actively reviews applications and monitors violations. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Juneau Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Juneau Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 10% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 31%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Juneau?

Accepted Answer

RevPAR is highest in July and June; it is lowest in November and December.

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Juneau?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Internet (99%), Heating (98%), Kitchen (97%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Washing Machine (+75%), TV (+65%), Gym (+42%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Juneau is $328, up 20% 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 Juneau?

Accepted Answer

Guests in Juneau book an average of 39 days in advance. Booking windows range from 36 days for 1-bedroom listings to 46 days for 3-bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Friday and lowest on Monday. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Sunday. Weekend occupancy is 10% 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.Douglas Island	$66.1K 52 listings	16.3% 52 listings
2.Downtown Juneau and Thane	$48.7K 41 listings	15.4% 41 listings
3.Auke Bay	$46.3K 39 listings	13.8% 39 listings
4.Lemon Creek	$41.0K 32 listings	13.4% 32 listings
5.Out the Road	$52.5K 23 listings	12.9% 23 listings
6.Mendenhall Valley	$50.2K 35 listings	11.9% 35 listings