Sioux City

As of June 2026, Sioux City, Sioux Falls have 235 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 6% increase from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Sioux City generates $18K per year. High-performing properties earn $36K/year, while low-performing properties earn $6K/year. The stark variance between top and bottom earners suggests that revenue potential is heavily concentrated in a subset of listings rather than distributed evenly across the market.

Average home prices in Sioux City vary by property size: 1-bedroom properties cost approximately $110K, 2-bedroom homes average $174K, 3-bedroom properties are around $242K, and 4+ bedroom homes average $286K. These prices reflect median home values across the Sioux City, Sioux Falls area.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Sioux City, with an average gross yield of 8% across all properties. High-performing properties achieve yields up to 16%, which is considered top for short-term rental investment. This performance gap highlights that while baseline yields are modest, elite listings are capturing significant market share despite a recent decline in total revenue.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Sioux City is 28%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of $181, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of $35 per day.

3-bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Sioux City, with an average gross yield of 11% and annual revenue of $28K. These properties balance purchase price ($242K), operating costs, and rental demand most effectively in the Sioux City market.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Sioux City area. Sioux City: Lenient. No specific STR regulations or permits required. Operates under general zoning and business licensing. Minimal enforcement. Sioux Falls: Lenient. Business license required, must comply with zoning ordinances. No owner-occupancy rules or rental caps. Light enforcement, mainly complaint-driven. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Sioux City Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has grown 6% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 35%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The contraction in revenue per available room suggests that the rising inventory is currently outpacing demand, forcing a tighter competitive environment for existing hosts.

Launch around April, 2-3 months before peak fall season (July peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 63% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (December-February) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Sioux City listings include: Air Conditioning (98%), Kitchen (94%), Tv (91%), Washing Machine (91%), Heating (76%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Washing Machine, Bbq, Tv, with Washing Machine properties earning approximately 34% more ($36K/year vs $27K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Sioux City over the last 12 months: May: $1K, June: $1K, July: $1K, August: $1K, September: $1K, October: $1K, November: $1K, December: $851, January: $588, February: $482, March: $857, April: $1K. These figures are based on RevPAR (revenue per available room) multiplied by the number of days in each month.

The overall average nightly rate in Sioux City is $181, up 28% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average $120/night, 2-bedroom properties average $164/night, 3-bedroom properties average $177/night, 4+ bedroom properties average $293/night. Rates peak in December and are lowest in February.

Guests in Sioux City book an average of 27 days in advance, down 12% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 30 days, 2-bedroom: 23 days, 3-bedroom: 23 days, 4+ bedroom: 35 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Sioux City Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply grew 6%, revenue per listing decreased 35%, occupancy fell 31%, average nightly rates increased 28%, and lead time decreased 12%. These metrics reflect a market struggling with lower utilization, where increased nightly rates are failing to offset the sharp drop in occupancy.

In Sioux City, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekends show 43% higher occupancy than weekdays.