How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Scranton?

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Scranton market averaged 1,361 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 4% from a year earlier and up 12% over two years.

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Scranton?

An average Scranton listing earns $45K/year. High-performing listings earn $112K, while low-performing listings earn $17K.

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

Median Scranton home prices by size are 2-bedroom $190K, 3-bedroom $254K, and 4+ bedroom $293K.

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

Average occupancy in Scranton is 30%, producing RevPAR of $94 per available night.

Are short-term rentals legal in Scranton?

Rules vary across Scranton. Scranton: Lenient. No specific STR regulations currently in place. Hosts operate freely with minimal oversight. Basic business licenses may apply but enforcement is minimal. Wilkes-Barre: Lenient. No dedicated STR ordinance. Standard business permits and zoning compliance expected but enforcement is light. Many hosts operate without issues. Pocono Mountains: Moderate. Varies by township. Most require permits/inspections. No owner-occupancy rules. Some townships actively enforce, others less so. Generally permissive tourist area. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Is the Scranton Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

The Scranton Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 4% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 23%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Scranton?

RevPAR is highest in August and July; it is lowest in March and April.

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Scranton?

The most common amenities are TV (99%), Internet (99%), Parking (97%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Washing Machine (+72%), Internet (+68%), Bbq (+50%).

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

Average daily rate in Scranton is $373, up 23% year-over-year. Rates peak in July and are lowest in October.

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

Guests in Scranton book an average of 35 days in advance, up 3% from last year. Booking windows range from 27 days for 1-bedroom listings to 42 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

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

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Wednesday. Weekend occupancy is 85% 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.

Scranton, PA

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Annual revenue (actual)

$47.3k

12 mo avg

↑14%

from prior 12 mo

Occupancy rate

36%

12 mo avg

↓1%

from prior 12 mo

Avg daily rate

$308

12 mo avg

↑19%

from prior 12 mo

Gross yield

13.3%

Current potential

↓0.3 pts

vs prior-year prices

Lead time

34 days

12 mo avg

↑0 days

from prior 12 mo

Revpar

$98

12 mo avg

↑20%

from prior 12 mo

Scranton Airbnb market summary

Compare Airbnb neighborhoods in Scranton, PA

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
White Haven	$50.3K 14 listings	17.8% 14 listings
Gouldsboro & Big Bass Lake	$53.8K 143 listings	16.9% 143 listings
Lake Wallenpaupack	$52.9K 208 listings	16.2% 208 listings
Scranton	$29.1K 30 listings	15.4% 30 listings
Wilkes-Barre & Wyoming Valley	$26.4K 31 listings	13.3% 31 listings

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Data as of 2026-10-06

Revenue per listing by bedroom

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Performance metrics by bedroom

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