Airbnb helps Texans amid economic uncertainty and rising costs of living

The typical Host in Texas earned approximately $11,000 in supplemental income in 2022.

Guest entering with suitcase into an Airbnb

The typical Host in Texas earned approximately $11,000 in supplemental income in 2022.

In Texas, Airbnb is an important economic tool for residents who share their homes to earn extra money. New data shows supplemental income from home sharing is more important than ever as people continue to recover from the impacts of the pandemic, navigate economic uncertainty, and cover the rising costs of living. 

The majority of Texas Hosts — approximately 77 percent1 — share just one home, and by welcoming guests who spend money at small businesses, restaurants, and cafes, Hosts across Texas also help support their local economies.

Airbnb Host Community in Texas2

77%

Approximate percentage of Hosts who share just one entire home listing3

$11,000

Approximate median host earnings in 2022

60%

Approximate percentage of self-reported Women Hosts as of 12/31/2022

15%

Approximate percentage of self-reported Hosts over the age of 60

40%

Hosts who confirm Airbnb has helped them stay in their home

42%

Hosts who confirm Airbnb has helped them cover rising costs of living

The 5 top-earning Texas counties are:

  • Travis
  • Harris
  • Dallas
  • Galveston
  • Bexar

An easier way to host on Airbnb

By opening their home to travelers, Hosts on Airbnb are proud community ambassadors who help support local small businesses and the city’s tourism economy. With the recent introduction of Airbnb Setup, the all-new, super easy way to Airbnb a home, those interested in becoming a Host can access:

  • One-to-one guidance from a Superhost
  • The opportunity to have an experienced guest for your first booking
  • Specialized support from Airbnb Community Support agents in over 42 languages. 

Visit airbnb.com/host to learn more.

  1. Source: Internal Airbnb data from January 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022
  2. Source: Internal Airbnb data or self reported through survey to Airbnb hosts from January 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022
  3.  This data refers to Hosts who rent one entire home on Airbnb and do not have any other listings.