Williamsport

As of May 2026, Williamsport, State College, Lewisburg have 2,361 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 1% increase from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Williamsport generates $29K per year. High-performing properties earn $87K/year, while low-performing properties earn $16K/year. This wide earnings spread suggests that revenue potential is heavily polarized, with top-tier assets capturing significantly more market share than the average listing.

Average home prices in Williamsport vary by property size: 1-bedroom properties cost approximately $141K, 2-bedroom homes average $187K, 3-bedroom properties are around $243K, and 4+ bedroom homes average $303K. These prices reflect median home values across the Williamsport, State College, Lewisburg area.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Williamsport, with an average gross yield of 13% across all properties. High-performing properties achieve yields up to 38%, which is considered top for short-term rental investment. Such variance highlights that profitability is highly sensitive to listing-specific performance rather than general market averages.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Williamsport is 27%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of $277, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of $56 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Williamsport, with an average gross yield of 16% and annual revenue of $48K. These properties balance purchase price ($303K), operating costs, and rental demand most effectively in the Williamsport market.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Williamsport area. Williamsport: Lenient. No specific STR regulations or permit requirements. Operates under general zoning and business rules. Minimal enforcement. State College: Moderate. Rental permit required, annual inspections, owner registration. Some occupancy limits in residential zones. Moderate enforcement focused on complaints. Lewisburg: Lenient. No dedicated STR ordinance. General lodging and zoning rules apply. Light enforcement, complaint-driven only. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Williamsport Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has grown 1% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 35%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The drop in RevPAR despite minimal supply growth suggests that demand softening is currently weighing on revenue potential across the broader market.

Launch around May, 2-3 months before peak fall season (August peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -6% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (March-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Williamsport listings include: Kitchen (94%), Air Conditioning (94%), Tv (81%), Heating (73%), Washing Machine (62%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Washing Machine, Hot Tub, Tv, with Washing Machine properties earning approximately 44% more ($55K/year vs $38K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Williamsport over the last 12 months: May: $2K, June: $2K, July: $2K, August: $2K, September: $2K, October: $2K, November: $2K, December: $1K, January: $1K, February: $999, March: $1K, 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 Williamsport is $277, up 7% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average $156/night, 2-bedroom properties average $204/night, 3-bedroom properties average $305/night, 4+ bedroom properties average $535/night. Rates peak in November and are lowest in June.

Guests in Williamsport book an average of 34 days in advance, down 24% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 29 days, 2-bedroom: 33 days, 3-bedroom: 36 days, 4+ bedroom: 40 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Williamsport Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply grew 1%, revenue per listing decreased 35%, occupancy fell 18%, average nightly rates increased 7%, and lead time decreased 24%. These shifts reflect a tightening environment where booking windows are shortening and occupancy pressure is intensifying.

In Williamsport, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Tuesday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekends show 83% higher occupancy than weekdays.