Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Tacoma, United States, Data & Trends 2026
Curious about the performance of short-term rentals in Tacoma, United States? Over the last year, the average occupancy rate was 62% with an ADR (Average Daily Rate) of 141€. Hosts earned on average 2448€ per month.
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Market summary in Tacoma
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Avg. Monthly Revenue
2448€
$2228 USD
YoY Revenue Change
-5%
vs. previous year
Occupancy Rate
62%
~19 days/month
Average Daily Rate
141€
$128 USD
Seasonality Index
77%
demand variation
Best Months
July, August
peak season
Worst Months
January, February
low season
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What Tacoma's occupancy and ADR actually mean
Over the June 2024 to May 2026 window, Tacoma ran 62% average occupancy across roughly 223 booked nights a year, six points above the 56% United States national average and a solid result among the 42 US cities ListingOK tracks. Its 139 euro average daily rate is moderate by US standards but pairs with high occupancy to deliver average monthly revenue of about 2,425 euros per listing, a strong figure that reflects steady, diversified demand rather than premium pricing.
The softer note is a 6% year-on-year revenue decline, a mild pullback in line with broader US market cooling rather than a local weakness, and a seasonality index of 78% confirms a real but manageable summer concentration. With only 115 active listings, this is a comparatively thin, undersupplied market: the high occupancy and steady winter floor suggest demand comfortably absorbs the available stock, which is an encouraging signal for operators weighing entry.
Monthly Airbnb occupancy in Tacoma
Average occupancy rate by month in Tacoma, compared with the same month a year earlier.
| Month | Occupancy | Prior year |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 2025 | 76.9% | 77.5% |
| Aug 2025 | 73.5% | 73.9% |
| Sep 2025 | 64.9% | 67.9% |
| Oct 2025 | 61.5% | 61.7% |
| Nov 2025 | 58.2% | 62.6% |
| Dec 2025 | 61.8% | 59.5% |
| Jan 2026 | 59.5% | 58.6% |
| Feb 2026 | 63.6% | 64.4% |
| Mar 2026 | 62.2% | 63.4% |
| Apr 2026 | 60.8% | 61% |
| May 2026 | 66.2% | 67.4% |
| Jun 2026 | 74.6% | 76.5% |
Historical Airbnb occupancy in Tacoma (last 12 months)
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Why people book Airbnbs in Tacoma
Tacoma sits on Puget Sound in Washington State, about 40 minutes south of Seattle, and its short-term rental demand is a mix of leisure, regional travel and overflow from the wider Seattle-Tacoma metro. The waterfront Museum of Glass on the Thea Foss Waterway, the broader downtown museum district, and sprawling Point Defiance Park with its zoo, Japanese garden and Five Mile Drive give the city genuine visitor pull, with Mount Rainier views and access to the national park reinforcing the outdoor draw.
The city also benefits from proximity to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, the Port of Tacoma, Joint Base Lewis-McChord military traffic and the University of Washington Tacoma, which sustain a steady base of business, relocation and visiting-family stays. This diversified demand, rather than a single tourism magnet, gives Tacoma a more resilient floor than a pure resort town, while summer sunshine and the Pacific Northwest outdoor season provide the clear seasonal peak.
When Airbnb demand peaks in Tacoma
Tacoma follows the classic Pacific Northwest pattern: a strong, dry summer high season and a soft, wet winter. The strongest months in the data are July and August, with occupancy in the mid-to-high 70s, when reliable sunshine, Mount Rainier hiking and regional road-trip travel converge; June is nearly as strong. The weakest months are January and February, dipping toward the high 50s, as short days and persistent rain suppress discretionary travel.
The shoulder seasons are comparatively gentle. Spring and autumn hold in the low-to-mid 60s rather than collapsing, which keeps the year more balanced than the summer peak alone suggests. With a seasonality index of 78%, Tacoma is moderately seasonal: operators can lean into premium summer pricing while still expecting meaningful winter occupancy from business, military and family travel that does not vanish in the off-season.
Best neighbourhoods for short-term rentals in Tacoma
Downtown and the Thea Foss Waterway hold the museum district, including the Museum of Glass, and convert well for culture-led and business stays close to the convention centre. The Stadium District, named for the castle-like Stadium High School, offers historic homes, tree-lined streets and Commencement Bay views, an attractive walkable base just north of downtown.
The Proctor District on the north side is a quieter, walkable main street of independent shops, cafes and restaurants, appealing to guests who want a residential neighbourhood feel. Point Defiance and the Ruston waterfront put guests beside one of the largest urban parks in the country, ideal for outdoor-focused visitors. Across these areas, proximity to the waterfront, the parks or downtown amenities matters more for nightly rate than the specific district, given the city's relatively thin active-listing supply.
Short-term rental rules in Tacoma
Tacoma regulates short-term rentals at the city level and the regime is clear and enforced. Operators must hold a City of Tacoma business licence from the Tax and License Division, renewed annually, and the city requires a short-term rental licence reported around 104 US dollars per unit per year, with property registration. Hosts renting three or more individual rooms may also need a Transient Accommodation License.
Units must meet safety standards, including smoke and carbon-monoxide detectors and fire extinguishers, and comply with noise and occupancy rules. Operators must also register with the Washington State Department of Revenue, obtaining a UBI number, and collect and remit the applicable transient occupancy and lodging taxes. Because fees and thresholds can change, confirm the current requirements directly with the City of Tacoma Tax and License Division before listing, and verify whether your specific property and rental setup triggers the transient accommodation tier.
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Frequently asked questions about Airbnb occupancy in Tacoma
Tacoma averaged about 62% occupancy over the June 2024 to May 2026 period, roughly 223 booked nights a year. That is six points above the 56% United States national average and a solid result among the 42 US cities ListingOK tracks, reflecting diversified year-round demand from leisure, business, military and family travel rather than a single tourism peak.
July and August are the strongest months, with occupancy in the mid-to-high 70s, when Pacific Northwest sunshine, Mount Rainier hiking and regional road trips peak; June is nearly as strong. January and February are the softest, dipping toward the high 50s amid short, wet days, so price premium summer nights aggressively while still expecting steady winter occupancy.
Yes. Operators need a City of Tacoma business licence plus a short-term rental licence, reported around 104 US dollars per unit annually, with property registration and safety requirements such as smoke and CO detectors. You must also register with the Washington State Department of Revenue for taxes. Confirm current fees and thresholds with the City of Tacoma Tax and License Division before listing.
Downtown and the Thea Foss Waterway suit culture and business guests near the Museum of Glass; the Stadium District offers historic homes and bay views just north. The Proctor District is a quiet walkable main street, while Point Defiance and Ruston put guests beside one of the country's largest urban parks. Proximity to the waterfront, parks or downtown drives rate more than the district itself.