Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Springfield?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Springfield market averaged 807 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, down 4% from a year earlier and up 30% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Springfield?

Accepted Answer

An average Springfield listing earns $30K/year. High-performing listings earn $51K, while low-performing listings earn $9K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Springfield home prices by size are 1-bedroom $94K, 2-bedroom $202K, 3-bedroom $272K, and 4+ bedroom $370K.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Springfield is 40%, producing RevPAR of $64 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Springfield?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Springfield. Springfield: Lenient. No specific STR regulations or permit requirements. Operates under general business licensing and zoning. Minimal enforcement.
Branson: Moderate. Business license and sales tax permit required. No owner-occupancy rules. Some zoning restrictions in residential areas. Moderate enforcement given tourism focus.
Joplin: Lenient. Basic business license needed, standard zoning compliance. No STR-specific regulations or caps. Light enforcement, hosts operate freely. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Springfield Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Springfield Airbnb and VRBO market does not show clear signs of oversaturation. Supply has declined 4% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 15%, suggesting demand is outpacing available supply.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Springfield?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Springfield?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (100%), Heating (98%), Parking (97%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Washing Machine (+46%), Hot Tub (+40%), Bbq (+20%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Springfield is $182, up 14% year-over-year. Rates peak in June and are lowest in January.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Springfield book an average of 29 days in advance, up 2% from last year. Booking windows range from 25 days for 1-bedroom listings to 39 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Monday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 62% 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.Central Springfield	$27.4K 124 listings	17.5% 124 listings
2.Greene County Communities & Countryside	$32.6K 99 listings	14.9% 99 listings
3.Greater Springfield	$29.8K 156 listings	14.5% 156 listings
4.Ozark	$24.7K 42 listings	10.3% 42 listings
5.Nixa & Christian County	$30.6K 25 listings	10.2% 25 listings