Supporting jobs and tax revenue across South Carolina
Key Takeaways
- Travel on Airbnb generated over $2B in economic activity across South Carolina in 2024
- Money spent by hosts and guests supported 27,600 jobs, and generated more than $517M in total tax revenue in 2024
Key Takeaways
- Travel on Airbnb generated over $2B in economic activity across South Carolina in 2024
- Money spent by hosts and guests supported 27,600 jobs, and generated more than $517M in total tax revenue in 2024
The host community in South Carolina
In South Carolina, Airbnb is an important economic tool for residents who share their homes to earn extra money, and the vast majority of hosts share just one home. By welcoming guests who spend money at small businesses, local restaurants and natural attractions, hosts across South Carolina help support their local economies.
78%
Approximate percentage of hosts with only one entire home listing1
60%
Of hosts identify as women2
21%
Of hosts self-report as being over 60 years of age3
A source of supplemental income
The typical host in South Carolina shares their home occasionally—approximately 37 nights per year—to supplement their income.4 For many, the income earned from hosting helps offset rising costs of living and supports their ability to remain in their homes.
36%
Of hosts confirm Airbnb has helped them stay in their home5
78%
Of hosts confirm that hosting is not their primary occupation6
$16,000
Typical host earnings in 20247
Supporting South Carolina’s financial resilience
Hosts play a meaningful role in South Carolina’s tourism economy. In 2024, hosts welcomed more than 2.6 million guests to the state,8 supporting spending at local businesses and contributing to jobs and tax revenue that fund public services and community priorities. According to Airbnb’s latest Economic Impact Report:
$2B
Economic activity generated by travel on Airbnb in South Carolina in 20249
27,600
Total jobs supported by travel on Airbnb in South Carolina in 202410
$517.5M
Total tax revenue generated from travel on Airbnb in 202411
$70M
Tourism tax revenue collected and remitted by Airbnb in South Carolina in 202412
$261
Amount guests spent per every $100 spent on Airbnb accommodation in 202413
Commitment to responsible hosting
Airbnb works with cities, states, and local governments to support responsible travel and address community concerns. These efforts include:
- A global ban on disruptive parties and events
- Implementing restrictions on certain bookings on holiday weekends such as New Year’s Eve, Halloween and 4th of July. In the five years since we introduced this policy and measures to help enforce it, we have seen an over 50% decrease in the global rate of party reports to us.
- A 24/7 Neighborhood Support Line where neighbors and community members can directly reach us to report issues with a listing.
- A 24/7 Safety line for hosts and guests
- Free noise sensor for hosts in the US, which can help to get ahead of issues before they start while respecting guest privacy