Tulsa

As of May 2026, Tulsa, Broken Arrow, Muskogee have 2,442 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 6% increase from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Tulsa generates $32K per year. High-performing properties earn $59K/year, while low-performing properties earn $13K/year. This wide revenue variance suggests that top-tier assets capture a disproportionate share of market demand, likely benefiting from specific traveler preferences that mid-tier listings fail to address.

Average home prices in Tulsa vary by property size: 1-bedroom properties cost approximately $75K, 2-bedroom homes average $152K, 3-bedroom properties are around $228K, and 4+ bedroom homes average $337K. These prices reflect median home values across the Tulsa, Broken Arrow, Muskogee area.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Tulsa, with an average gross yield of 15% across all properties. High-performing properties achieve yields up to 27%, which is considered top for short-term rental investment. Such a gap highlights that profitability is highly sensitive to operational efficiency and competitive positioning within the current market environment.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Tulsa is 36%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of $215, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of $63 per day.

1-bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Tulsa, with an average gross yield of 19% and annual revenue of $16K. These properties balance purchase price ($75K), operating costs, and rental demand most effectively in the Tulsa market.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Tulsa area. Tulsa: Lenient. No city permit required, only state sales tax registration. Zoning restrictions exist but enforcement is minimal. Many hosts operate freely. Broken Arrow: Lenient. No specific STR regulations or permits required. Hosts need Oklahoma sales tax permit. Virtually no enforcement activity. Muskogee: Lenient. No STR-specific ordinances. Standard business license and state sales tax registration. No active enforcement or monitoring of rentals. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Tulsa Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has grown 6% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 17%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics, where the influx of new inventory is currently outpacing revenue growth, placing downward pressure on individual property performance.

Launch around April, 2-3 months before peak summer season (July peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 13% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (September-February) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Tulsa listings include: Air Conditioning (99%), Kitchen (95%), Tv (91%), Washing Machine (88%), Heating (72%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Pool, Hot Tub, Washing Machine, with Pool properties earning approximately 63% more ($64K/year vs $39K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Tulsa over the last 12 months: May: $2K, June: $2K, July: $3K, August: $2K, September: $2K, October: $2K, November: $2K, December: $2K, January: $1K, February: $938, March: $2K, April: $2K. 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 Tulsa is $215, up 15% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average $113/night, 2-bedroom properties average $161/night, 3-bedroom properties average $212/night, 4+ bedroom properties average $384/night. Rates peak in July and are lowest in February.

Guests in Tulsa book an average of 28 days in advance, down 17% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 22 days, 2-bedroom: 25 days, 3-bedroom: 29 days, 4+ bedroom: 34 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Tulsa Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply grew 6%, revenue per listing decreased 17%, occupancy fell 13%, average nightly rates increased 15%, and lead time decreased 17%. These metrics suggest a market undergoing a correction where rising rates struggle to offset declining occupancy and increased competition.

In Tulsa, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekends show 56% higher occupancy than weekdays.