Airbnb changed its fee model on May 25, 2026, moving to a single 15.5% host-only fee from the old split-fee system. A lot of guides online still describe the outdated model. Enter your booking to see your real payout under the current rate.
Fees breakdown
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Before May 25, 2026, Airbnb used a split-fee model: hosts paid roughly 3%, and guests paid a separate 14-17% service fee added at checkout. As of May 25, 2026, that's gone. Airbnb now charges hosts a single 15.5% fee, and the price you set is exactly what the guest sees, no more service fee "sticker shock" at checkout. If you're reading content that still describes the old 3% host fee, it's out of date.
The host service fee applies to your nightly rate and any additional fees you charge, including your cleaning fee and pet fee. It does not apply to taxes or to any fee Airbnb itself charges the guest. A $75 cleaning fee costs you an extra $11.63 in Airbnb fees before you've earned anything from it.
The 15.5% rate is standard in the US, UK, and Canada. It rises to 16% for hosts in Brazil and Mexico. EU-based hosts pay the 15.5% fee plus VAT on that fee, pushing the effective rate to roughly 18-19% depending on country. South Korean hosts who aren't registered as a business pay an additional 10% VAT on top.
Fee rates are kept current but can change without notice, and vary further by host status and property type. Always confirm current rates in your Airbnb host dashboard before making pricing decisions. This tool provides estimates only and isn't affiliated with or endorsed by Airbnb.
