Uncover the intrinsic potential and profitability of your Airbnb listing. This calculator helps you assess key factors that contribute to a successful and high-performing short-term rental, providing a comprehensive "Airbnb DNA Score" and financial projections.
Property Characteristics & Market Potential
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Rate your location's appeal (e.g., proximity to attractions, public transport, safety, views).
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Rate your property's distinctiveness (e.g., design, special amenities, unique features).
Your estimate for the number of individual bookings per month.
Results
Enter your details and click "Calculate" to see your Airbnb's potential.
Understanding Your Airbnb's DNA
The concept of "Airbnb DNA" refers to the fundamental characteristics and potential of a short-term rental property that dictate its success, profitability, and appeal to guests. It's more than just a pretty space; it's a combination of location, unique features, operational efficiency, and financial viability.
Why Calculate Your Airbnb DNA?
Whether you're considering purchasing a property for Airbnb, optimizing an existing listing, or simply curious about your property's market standing, this calculator provides valuable insights:
Assess Potential: Understand a property's inherent strengths and weaknesses.
Optimize Strategy: Identify areas where improvements can significantly boost your listing's appeal and profitability.
Financial Forecasting: Get a realistic estimate of potential revenue, costs, and profit.
Competitive Edge: Benchmark your property against ideal scenarios to see where you stand.
How the Calculator Works: Breaking Down the Inputs
Our Airbnb DNA Calculator uses a blend of qualitative and quantitative factors to give you a holistic view:
Location Desirability (1-10): This score reflects how attractive your property's location is to potential guests. Factors include proximity to tourist attractions, business centers, public transport, restaurants, safety, and scenic views. A higher score indicates a prime location.
Property Uniqueness (1-10): This measures how distinctive and appealing your property is. Does it have a unique design, special amenities (e.g., hot tub, home theater, stunning garden), historical significance, or breathtaking views? A unique property often commands higher rates and attracts more bookings.
Guest Capacity: The number of guests your property can comfortably accommodate directly impacts your potential revenue. More capacity generally means higher earning potential, but also potentially higher operational costs.
Estimated Average Daily Rate (ADR): This is the average price you expect to charge per night. It's influenced by your location, property type, amenities, and local market demand. Research comparable listings in your area to set a realistic ADR.
Target Occupancy Rate (%): This is the percentage of days in a month you aim to have your property booked. High occupancy is crucial for profitability and is influenced by your pricing strategy, marketing, and property appeal.
Monthly Fixed Operating Costs ($): These are recurring expenses that don't change significantly with the number of bookings. Examples include mortgage/rent, property taxes, insurance, utilities (electricity, water, gas), internet, and subscription services.
Per-Booking Variable Costs ($): These costs are incurred each time a new guest checks in. Common examples include professional cleaning fees, replenishment of welcome amenities, toiletries, and other consumables.
Estimated Monthly Bookings: This is your projection for how many separate guest stays you'll have in a month. This number is used to calculate your total variable costs.
Interpreting Your Results
The calculator provides three key financial metrics and a unique "Airbnb DNA Score":
Potential Monthly Revenue: Your estimated total earnings from bookings before any costs.
Total Monthly Operating Costs: The sum of your fixed and variable expenses for the month.
Potential Monthly Profit: Your estimated net income after all operating costs are deducted from revenue.
Airbnb DNA Score (0-100): This is a composite score reflecting your property's overall potential.
0-40: Low Potential. Your property may struggle to attract guests or be profitable without significant changes.
41-60: Moderate Potential. There's a solid foundation, but room for improvement in appeal or operational efficiency.
61-80: Good Potential. Your property has strong characteristics and good profitability prospects.
81-100: Excellent Potential. A highly desirable and potentially very profitable listing, indicating strong market appeal and efficient operations.
Tips for Improving Your Airbnb DNA Score
Enhance Uniqueness: Invest in unique decor, high-quality amenities, or create a special theme. Professional photography can highlight these features.
Optimize Pricing: Use dynamic pricing tools to adjust rates based on demand, seasonality, and local events.
Boost Occupancy: Offer flexible booking options, quick responses to inquiries, and excellent guest experiences to earn 5-star reviews.
Manage Costs: Regularly review your fixed and variable expenses. Look for ways to reduce utility consumption or negotiate better cleaning rates.
Guest Experience: Provide exceptional hospitality, clear communication, and thoughtful touches to encourage repeat bookings and positive reviews, which indirectly boosts your DNA.
Remember, this calculator provides an estimate. Actual results may vary based on market fluctuations, management quality, and unforeseen circumstances. Use it as a strategic tool to guide your Airbnb journey!
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// Get input values
var locationScore = parseFloat(document.getElementById("locationScore").value);
var uniquenessScore = parseFloat(document.getElementById("uniquenessScore").value);
var guestCapacity = parseInt(document.getElementById("guestCapacity").value);
var adr = parseFloat(document.getElementById("adr").value);
var occupancyRate = parseFloat(document.getElementById("occupancyRate").value);
var fixedCosts = parseFloat(document.getElementById("fixedCosts").value);
var variableCostPerBooking = parseFloat(document.getElementById("variableCostPerBooking").value);
var monthlyBookings = parseInt(document.getElementById("monthlyBookings").value);
// Validate inputs
if (isNaN(locationScore) || locationScore 10) {
document.getElementById("result").innerHTML = "Please enter a valid Location Desirability score (1-10).";
return;
}
if (isNaN(uniquenessScore) || uniquenessScore 10) {
document.getElementById("result").innerHTML = "Please enter a valid Property Uniqueness score (1-10).";
return;
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if (isNaN(guestCapacity) || guestCapacity < 1) {
document.getElementById("result").innerHTML = "Please enter a valid Guest Capacity (minimum 1).";
return;
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if (isNaN(adr) || adr < 0) {
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if (isNaN(fixedCosts) || fixedCosts < 0) {
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// Calculations
var averageDaysInMonth = 30.44;
var potentialMonthlyRevenue = adr * (occupancyRate / 100) * averageDaysInMonth;
var totalMonthlyVariableCosts = variableCostPerBooking * monthlyBookings;
var totalMonthlyOperatingCosts = fixedCosts + totalMonthlyVariableCosts;
var potentialMonthlyProfit = potentialMonthlyRevenue – totalMonthlyOperatingCosts;
// Airbnb DNA Score Calculation (0-100)
var dnaScore = 0;
// Component 1: Location Impact (Max 30 points)
dnaScore += locationScore * 3;
// Component 2: Uniqueness Impact (Max 30 points)
dnaScore += uniquenessScore * 3;
// Component 3: Capacity Impact (Max 20 points for up to 10 guests)
dnaScore += Math.min(guestCapacity, 10) * 2;
// Component 4: Profitability Potential Impact (Max 20 points, min 0)
// Scale profit: $4000 profit = 20 points. Negative profit gives 0 points for this component.
dnaScore += Math.min(Math.max(potentialMonthlyProfit / 200, 0), 20);
// Ensure DNA score is within 0-100 range
dnaScore = Math.max(0, Math.min(100, dnaScore));
// Display results
var resultHtml = "
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resultHtml += "" + dnaScore.toFixed(1) + " / 100″;
if (dnaScore >= 81) {
resultHtml += "Excellent Potential! Your property has strong intrinsic appeal and high profitability prospects. Keep up the great work!";
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resultHtml += "Good Potential! Your property is well-positioned for success. Consider minor optimizations to boost your score further.";
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