How it works
Break-even occupancy = fixed costs ÷ contribution per booked night ÷ available nights × 100.
Input definitions
- Average nightly revenue
- Enter the value in the labeled unit.
- Variable cost per occupied night
- Enter the value in the labeled unit.
- Platform fee (%)
- Enter the value in the labeled unit.
- Monthly fixed costs
- Enter the value in the labeled unit.
- Available nights per month
- Enter the value in the labeled unit.
A worked example
- Average nightly revenue
- 180
- Variable cost per occupied night
- 35
- Platform fee (%)
- 15
- Monthly fixed costs
- 2200
- Available nights per month
- 30
Assumptions & limits
Uses only the values entered. Rates are illustrative inputs, not live quotes, legal rules or personalised advice. Check provider terms, local requirements and measurements before acting.
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Common questions
What belongs in variable cost?
Include cleaning paid by you, consumables, utilities that vary with stays and per-booking charges.
How does Short-term rental break-even occupancy calculate the result?
Break-even occupancy = fixed costs ÷ contribution per booked night ÷ available nights × 100.
What should I verify before using Short-term rental break-even occupancy?
Uses only the values entered. Rates are illustrative inputs, not live quotes, legal rules or personalised advice. Check provider terms, local requirements and measurements before acting.