Atlantic City Airbnb Rental Market Data, Revenue and Occupancy Rates 2026

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Atlantic City Airbnb Rental Market Data, Revenue and Occupancy Rates 2026

Is Atlantic City, NJ a good Airbnb market in 2026?

Yes. Atlantic City, NJ is a strong Airbnb market for 2026, with a median annual revenue of $41,680, median occupancy of 26%, and a median ADR of $281 (Chalet data). Short-term rentals are legal but require a city license and seasonal certificate of occupancy, with a complex tax stack.

Top-quartile operators see upside to $57,818. The market is experiencing rapid supply growth (+35.7% YoY). For compliance details, see [Atlantic City STR regulations](/rental-regulations/atlantic-city-nj).

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Q2 2026 Market Momentum

Revenue and occupancy both rose YoY — demand is outpacing the prior cycle.

Active Operator Revenue (Q2)

$12,326$8,91538.3%

Per active full-time listing, Apr–Jun

Average Occupancy (Q2)

34.5%30.9%3.6%

Investment thesis

Why invest in Atlantic City, NJ Airbnb rentals?

Atlantic City’s short-term rental market is defined by its outsized gross yield and a robust median annual revenue of $41,680, positioning it as one of the most lucrative urban STR environments in the country. Across 627 full-time listings, operators are seeing a median occupancy of 26% and a median ADR of $281, supporting a striking 18.9% gross yield on a median home value of $220,281. This dynamic places Atlantic City at #20 nationally for yield, with a pronounced seasonality: revenue peaks in August at $6,678, 67% occupancy, and $298 ADR, before dropping to a trough of $1,915 in February with 17% occupancy—underscoring the city’s summer-centric demand curve.

Product segmentation reveals a bifurcated landscape. The core of the market is anchored in the 08401 zip code, which alone accounts for 608 listings and mirrors the citywide median revenue at $45,639, with an ADR of $282 and occupancy at 26%. Investors targeting this central cluster can expect performance in line with the overall market, but with the added liquidity and scale that comes from operating in Atlantic City’s primary rental corridor. For tailored acquisition guidance and on-the-ground insights, a Chalet agent can provide granular analysis at the block level.

Bedroom segmentation points to clear revenue stratification. Two- and three-bedroom properties, comprising 19% and 23% of supply respectively, generate $33,065 and $40,558 in annual revenue, with ADRs of $220 and $309, and occupancies of 41% and 36%. Larger homes (4BR and up) command higher ADRs and annual revenue—$61,425 for 4BRs and $56,835 for 5BRs—but with a smaller share of the market and slightly lower occupancy, reflecting group travel’s episodic nature. The 0BR and 1BR segments, while more affordable, yield sharply lower annual revenues and cater to a distinct guest profile.

The investor thesis at scale is driven by Atlantic City’s role as a regional drive-market destination, with the bulk of demand coming from New York (11.3% of reviews), Philadelphia (8.8%), and other mid-Atlantic metros. The average booking lead time is 30 days, and the typical stay is 3.4 nights—short enough to allow for frequent turnover but long enough to mitigate cleaning overhead. Operators who can manage the city’s pronounced seasonality, optimize for summer peaks, and differentiate on amenities (parking, A/C, pet-friendliness) are best positioned to outperform. Use the Chalet ROI calculator to model scenarios across property types and booking patterns.

Risks are concentrated around volatility and regulatory friction. The market saw -220100.0% change in revenue per listing, -7.9% in occupancy, and -1900.0% in ADR year-over-year, with listing supply moving +35.7% and home values +2.1%. The most material shift is the +35.7% increase in supply, which could pressure occupancy and ADR if demand growth lags. The revenue trough in February is pronounced, and operators must plan for low-occupancy shoulder seasons. Regulatory risk is moderate: short-term rentals are legal with a required city license and seasonal certificate of occupancy, but the total tax stack is high and compliance is nontrivial—see Atlantic City STR regulations for details.

Atlantic City’s STR market is a high-yield, high-variance environment where disciplined operators can capture outsized returns—anchored by a median annual revenue of $41,680.

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The market average hides a two-tier reality

Most market reports quote a single average, but in every STR market a wide gap separates full-time professional operators from part-time and underperforming listings. Underwriting against that average understates the upside for operators willing to do the work — and overstates it for everyone else.

Chalet's active-operator benchmark filters out part-time and dormant listings so you can underwrite against what real operators in this market actually earn.

Top Quartile Operators$57,818

Top 25% of 237 listings

Active Operator Average$39,538

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All-Listings Average$24,626

What typical market reports quote — every listing, incl. part-time

Bottom Quartile

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Monthly Revenue & Seasonality

Revenue per active listing in Atlantic City, NJ, by month. Demand peaks Jun–Aug.

Monthly Revenue Trend

Revenue per active listing by month in Atlantic City, NJ

$4,285

Season	Occ.	Revenue
Summer Jun–Aug	51%	$5,173
Spring Mar–May	27%	$3,298
Fall Sep–Nov	27%	$2,585
Winter Dec–Feb	19%	$2,413

Monthly Occupancy & Daily Rates

How occupancy and ADR move through the year — peak, shoulder, and low season patterns.

Monthly Occupancy Rate

Annual avg 32% · peaks at 67% in Aug

67% (Aug)

Summer peak

32%

Annual avg

Revenue by Bedroom Count

Annual revenue, occupancy, and ADR by bedroom configuration — Atlantic City runs mostly 1 Bedrooms, but 4 Bedrooms deliver the highest annual revenue.

Bedrooms	Listings	Occupancy	ADR	Annual Revenue
Studio	88	40%	$165	$24,356
1 BedroomMost common	234	29%	$177	$18,445
2 Bedroom	176

Home Values & Guest Demand

Median home-value trend and where Atlantic City guests travel from.

Median Home Value

$220,281▲ 2.07% YoY

Source: Zillow ZHVI

Peak: $220,616 in Apr 2026

Atlantic City home values are roughly flat — acquisition cost is stable for now, so cash-flow modeling should focus on revenue and expenses, not appreciation.

Where Guests Come From

Top origin cities · Atlantic City

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627

Active STRs tracked in Atlantic City

$220K

Median home value

Step 2: Line up financing

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Compliance & Rules

Airbnb Rules & Regulations in Atlantic City, NJ

Before setting up an Airbnb in Atlantic City, review the local STR regulations and confirm any HOA restrictions on your specific property.

Full Atlantic City STR regulation guide

Are Airbnbs legal in Atlantic City, New Jersey?

Yes, Airbnbs are legal in Atlantic City with a city license and seasonal certificate of occupancy.

Do I need a license to operate an Airbnb in Atlantic City?

Yes, a short-term rental license and a seasonal certificate of occupancy are required to operate an Airbnb in Atlantic City.

Step 3: Stress-test the deal

Calculate your Airbnb income potential in Atlantic City, NJ

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Atlantic City market average

$41,680

/yr

Projected gross rental income at market occupancy and nightly rate.

Avg daily rate

$281

Occupancy

26%

Gross yield

19%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Direct answers to the questions investors ask most about this market.

Is Airbnb profitable in Atlantic City, NJ?

Yes. Operating a short-term rental in Atlantic City, NJ can be highly profitable. Listings see consistent guest demand, with a whole-market median of $41,680 annually at 26% occupancy.

How much can you make on Airbnb in Atlantic City, NJ?

The whole-market median is $41,680 per year. Bedroom count drives the spread: Studios average $24,356, 1 Bedrooms average $18,445, 2 Bedrooms average $33,065.

Trust & Sources

How we build this report

Data sources

Proprietary Chalet STR performance data (627 active listings tracked daily)
Local Chalet market-partner verification
City permit records and public county data

Methodology notes

Active operator = listing with sustained availability and booking activity over the trailing 12 months
Revenue figures are gross of platform fees, before operating expenses and taxes
Updated monthly · last refresh August 2026