How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Omaha?

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Omaha market averaged 1,551 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, down 1% from a year earlier and up 47% over two years.

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Omaha?

An average Omaha listing earns $32K/year. High-performing listings earn $75K, while low-performing listings earn $11K.

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

Median Omaha home prices by size are 1-bedroom $155K, 2-bedroom $244K, 3-bedroom $289K, and 4+ bedroom $399K.

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

Average occupancy in Omaha is 36%, producing RevPAR of $69 per available night.

Are short-term rentals legal in Omaha?

Rules vary across Omaha. Omaha: Moderate. Business license required, zoning compliance needed, safety inspections. Some enforcement through complaints. Many hosts operate without full compliance. Lincoln: Lenient. Business license and lodging tax registration required. No owner-occupancy rules or density limits. Minimal proactive enforcement, mostly complaint-driven. Council Bluffs: Lenient. Business license and sales tax permit required. No specific STR restrictions or owner-occupancy rules. Light enforcement, primarily complaint-based. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Is the Omaha Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

The Omaha Airbnb and VRBO market does not show clear signs of oversaturation. Supply has declined 1% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 22%, suggesting demand is outpacing available supply.

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Omaha?

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

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Omaha?

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (100%), Internet (100%), TV (98%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Pool (+111%), Washing Machine (+82%), Bbq (+51%).

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

Average daily rate in Omaha is $231, up 25% year-over-year. Rates peak in June and are lowest in February.

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

Guests in Omaha book an average of 28 days in advance, down 4% from last year. Booking windows range from 23 days for 1-bedroom listings to 34 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

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

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 52% 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.

Omaha, NE

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Annual revenue (actual)

$33.9k

12 mo avg

↑19%

from prior 12 mo

Occupancy rate

44%

12 mo avg

↓0%

from prior 12 mo

Avg daily rate

$188

12 mo avg

↑18%

from prior 12 mo

Gross yield

11.1%

Current potential

↓0.3 pts

vs prior-year prices

Lead time

28 days

12 mo avg

↓1 days

from prior 12 mo

Revpar

$72

12 mo avg

↑17%

from prior 12 mo

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Omaha Airbnb market summary

Best Airbnb neighborhoods in the Omaha, NE market

Compare 13 neighborhoods and nearby areas in the broader Omaha, NE 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.Near South & South Omaha	$33.2K 66 listings	20.3% 66 listings
2.Dundee & Benson	$37.4K 92 listings	14.6% 92 listings
3.Hanscom Park & Midtown South	$32.3K 53 listings	14.5% 53 listings
4.Northwest Omaha	$50.3K 71 listings	14.0% 71 listings
5.Midtown & Blackstone	$21.8K 73 listings	12.6% 73 listings
6.Central West Omaha	$49.1K 32 listings	12.0% 32 listings
7.Elkhorn & West Omaha	$42.3K 73 listings	11.6% 73 listings
8.Ralston & Southwest Omaha	$32.5K 21 listings	11.6% 21 listings
9.Bellevue & Surroundings	$28.2K 21 listings	11.3% 21 listings
10.Aksarben & Elmwood Park	$22.4K 98 listings	11.3% 98 listings
11.Council Bluffs & Surroundings	$23.7K 42 listings	11.1% 42 listings
12.Papillion, La Vista & Gretna	$40.2K 48 listings	10.1% 48 listings
13.Downtown Omaha & Old Market	$18.9K 56 listings	8.0% 56 listings

Data as of 2026-10-06

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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