Big Bear Lake Airbnb Rental Market Data, Revenue and Occupancy Rates 2026

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Big Bear Lake Airbnb Rental Market Data, Revenue and Occupancy Rates 2026

Is Big Bear Lake, CA a good Airbnb market in 2026?

Yes, Big Bear Lake, CA is a good Airbnb market in 2026 for disciplined, full-time operators. Chalet data shows active full-time listings average $45,043 in annual revenue at 27% occupancy and a $312 ADR. Regulation is strict—city permits, annual inspections, and robust enforcement are required.

Top-quartile operators see upside to $84,857. The median revenue ($46,404) is slightly higher but diluted by part-time listings; benchmark against the active figure. Review [Big Bear Lake STR regulations](/rental-regulations/big-bear-lake-ca) before investing.

Operator Revenue (full-time active)

$45,043/yr

vs. headline average of $46,404 · 1,386 active listings

Average Daily Rate

$312

Gross Yield

Ranked #259 in the US

Occupancy Rate

27%

New this quarter

Q2 2026 Market Momentum

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

Active Operator Revenue (Q2)

$8,072$4,46680.7%

Per active full-time listing, Apr–Jun

Average Occupancy (Q2)

20.3%15.8%4.6%

Investment thesis

Why invest in Big Bear Lake, CA Airbnb rentals?

Big Bear Lake, California is a classic Southern California drive-market, defined by its sharp seasonality and a revenue profile that rewards operational rigor. The canonical figure for active, full-time operators is $45,043 in average annual revenue (Chalet data, 1,988 listings), with the whole-market median of $46,404 slightly higher—an inversion driven by a pool of part-time and casual listings with lower occupancy. The market’s 27% median occupancy and $312 ADR underscore a landscape where demand is highly concentrated in peak months: January alone delivers $6,135 in revenue at a $502 ADR, while April falls to just $2,440. Gross yields hover at a median 8.5% against a $547,423 median home value, positioning Big Bear Lake at #242 nationally. The spread between peak and trough months is material, with occupancy swinging from 42% in August to just 18% in March, demanding precise pricing and calendar management.

The investment landscape is anchored by two dominant product clusters. Three-bedroom homes, comprising 34% of supply, average $38,975 in annual revenue at a $353 ADR and 28% occupancy—an accessible entry point for investors balancing acquisition cost and cash flow. Four-bedroom properties step up the economics, averaging $57,674 per year at a $552 ADR and 29% occupancy, appealing to buyers seeking scale without the thin-sample volatility of larger homes. For those targeting higher price points and group demand, five-bedroom listings (5% of supply) post $78,575 in average annual revenue with a $740 ADR and 30% occupancy. Investors seeking to navigate these segments can connect with a Chalet agent for on-the-ground insights and deal flow.

Geographically, the 92315 zip code dominates inventory and performance, with 2,137 listings generating a $46,404 median annual revenue, 27% occupancy, and 8.5% yield on a $534,640 median home value. This cluster captures the lion’s share of guest demand and offers a relatively liquid market for both acquisition and exit. The area’s established professional management presence—led by operators like Destination Big Bear Vacation Rentals and Cool Cabins—reinforces the importance of scale and operational expertise. Investors looking to leverage these dynamics should prioritize properties within this core zip, where supply depth and guest familiarity drive more predictable outcomes.

At scale, the winners in Big Bear Lake are operators who can optimize for both seasonality and guest origin. Demand is overwhelmingly regional, with Los Angeles and San Diego accounting for nearly 30% of all reviews, and international guests a modest 5.1%. Booking lead times average 31 days (median 17), and the average stay is 3.8 nights, favoring operators who can dynamically manage pricing and minimums to capture both weekend and holiday surges. The market’s fragmented host base (top-10 hosts control 32.5% of supply) leaves room for new entrants with professional systems. Investors can model yield scenarios and stress-test assumptions using the Chalet ROI calculator.

Risks are concentrated and real. The most material movement is a +31.6% year-over-year jump in revenue per listing, with occupancy up 9.7%, ADR up 10.7%, and supply up 3.6%. However, home values are down 7.3% year-over-year, signaling possible entry opportunities but also underlying volatility. The regulatory environment is strict: short-term rentals are legal with a city permit, annual inspection, and a 13% lodging tax, but enforcement is robust and fines are significant. April marks the seasonal trough, with just $2,440 in revenue and 19% occupancy. New owners must reapply for permits, and compliance is non-negotiable—review the Big Bear Lake STR regulations before committing capital.

Big Bear Lake’s short-term rental market is a yield-driven, operationally intensive play where disciplined investors can capture outsized revenue growth—if they navigate seasonality and regulation with precision.

Chalet exclusive

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$84,857

Top 25% of 615 listings

Active Operator Average$45,043

← This is your real underwriting benchmark

All-Listings Average$38,935

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

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Monthly Revenue & Seasonality

Revenue per active listing in Big Bear Lake, CA, by month. Demand peaks Dec–Feb.

Monthly Revenue Trend

Revenue per active listing by month in Big Bear Lake, CA

$3,056

Season	Occ.	Revenue
Summer Jun–Aug	32%	$3,419
Spring Mar–May	17%	$2,330
Fall Sep–Nov	26%	$3,081
Winter Dec–Feb	33%	$5,102

Monthly Occupancy & Daily Rates

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

Monthly Occupancy Rate

Annual avg 26% · peaks at 42% in Aug

42% (Aug)

Summer peak

26%

Annual avg

Revenue by Bedroom Count

Annual revenue, occupancy, and ADR by bedroom configuration — Big Bear Lake runs mostly 3 Bedrooms, but 5 Bedrooms deliver the highest annual revenue.

Bedrooms	Listings	Occupancy	ADR	Annual Revenue
Studio	52	38%	$138	$19,085
1 Bedroom	271	34%	$194	$23,822
2 Bedroom	727	31%	$251	$28,361

Home Values & Guest Demand

Median home-value trend and where Big Bear Lake guests travel from.

Median Home Value

$547,423▼ 5.16% YoY

Source: Zillow ZHVI

Peak: $601,815 in Dec 2024

Home values in Big Bear Lake are softening — buyers may have negotiating leverage they didn't have 12 months ago.

Where Guests Come From

Top origin cities · Big Bear Lake

Best Zipcodes for Airbnb in Big Bear Lake (2026)

Top-performing zipcodes ranked by gross yield. Click any zipcode for full analytics.

92315

Annual Rev

$46,409

Yield

Listings

3,120

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2,081

Active STRs tracked in Big Bear Lake

$547K

Median home value

Step 2: Line up financing

Match with STR-specialist lenders

Conventional lenders often won't underwrite STR income. We connect you with lenders who use DSCR, projected revenue, and Airbnb-specific underwriting.

Compliance & Rules

Airbnb Rules & Regulations in Big Bear Lake, CA

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

Full Big Bear Lake STR regulation guide

Are Airbnbs legal in Big Bear Lake, California?

Yes, Airbnbs are legal in Big Bear Lake with a city permit, annual inspection, and compliance with operational rules.

Do I need a license to operate an Airbnb in Big Bear Lake?

Yes, a city-issued vacation rental permit is required to operate an Airbnb in Big Bear Lake.

Step 3: Stress-test the deal

Calculate your Airbnb income potential in Big Bear Lake, CA

Run any Big Bear Lake address through Chalet's calculator — instant, data-backed estimates of occupancy, nightly rate, and annual revenue, plus cash flow and returns.

Calculate Your Income Potential

Big Bear Lake market average

$46,404

/yr

Projected gross rental income at market occupancy and nightly rate.

Avg daily rate

$312

Occupancy

27%

Gross yield

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Is Airbnb profitable in Big Bear Lake, CA?

Yes. Operating a short-term rental in Big Bear Lake, CA can be highly profitable. Listings see consistent guest demand, with hosts earning an average of $46,404 annually at 27% occupancy.

How much can you make on Airbnb in Big Bear Lake, CA?

Hosts average $46,404 per year. Bedroom count drives the spread: Studios average $19,085, 1 Bedrooms average $23,822, 2 Bedrooms average $28,361.

Trust & Sources

How we build this report

Data sources

Proprietary Chalet STR performance data (2,081 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 July 2026

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