Break-Even Calculator
Running an Airbnb or short-term rental isn’t just about filling nights — it’s about knowing what it takes to actually profit.
This free calculator shows you your exact break-even point by factoring in your room count, pricing, fixed costs, and variable expenses — so you know the minimum price and occupancy rate you need to stay in the green.
You’ll Instantly Discover:
- Your true break-even nightly rate
- The minimum occupancy needed to stay profitable
- Your monthly and daily net profit projections
“I was underpricing by $30/night — this calculator completely changed my strategy.”
Get Your Free Break-Even Calculator
Find out exactly how much you need to charge (and how often you need to be booked) to break even — based on your real costs and occupancy.
Just enter your details below to get instant access to the calculator:
✅ Thank You – You're In!
Thanks for requesting the Break-Even Calculator for Short-Term Rentals — we’ve just sent you a link to access it.
📬 Check your email (and your spam/promotions folder just in case).
Inside, you’ll find a direct link to the calculator where you can enter your property details and instantly see the minimum nightly rate and occupancy you need to break even and stay profitable.
📨 Instant access. No spam. Just real numbers that protect your revenue.
See Exactly What You Need to Charge to Stay Profitable — In Seconds
Unlock the Calculator That Shows If Your Short-Term Rental Is Truly Profitable
This isn’t just a basic calculator. It’s a smart financial tool trusted by high-performing hosts to:
▶️ 💸 Discover your true break-even point based on fixed and variable expenses
▶️ 📉 Avoid underpricing by knowing your minimum viable nightly rate
▶️ 📊 Make pricing decisions backed by real data — not guesswork
Inside the Calculator:
✓ Instant break-even point calculation — no formulas needed
✓ Custom inputs for rooms, costs, ADR, and occupancy
✓ Real-time profit projections based on your actual numbers
✓ Bonus: Daily & monthly net profit estimates to guide smarter pricing
This is for you if you’re serious about maximizing short-term rental profits — without raising prices or guessingThis is for you if…
You’re earning $5K+/month but unsure if you’re actually profiting
You’re making money — but rising costs and unclear pricing are leaving you wondering if every booking is really worth it.
You want to stop guessing and start pricing with purpose
You’re done with ballpark rates. You want a clear breakdown of costs and the exact rate needed to cover them.
You want data-backed clarity, not fluffy advice
You don’t need another YouTube “hack” — you need real numbers that show when and how your rental becomes profitable.
You manage multiple properties and want to scale smarter
You’re not just managing listings — you’re building a business. And that means using tools that tell you where the profit is.
Generated over $47.8 million in additional revenue for our clients
13,782+ nights booked through our optimized strategies
We’ve helped top short-term rental hosts increase bookings, scale operations, and boost revenue
Next-level marketing strategies that boost occupancy, increase direct bookings, and maximize revenue
Success you can measure. Our clients share their journey with WaveBNB
We tailor our strategies to each client’s needs, helping them achieve higher profits and operational efficiency
faqGot Questions? We’ve Got Answers
It calculates your break-even point based on your real operating costs, room count, ADR, occupancy, and variable expenses — so you know the minimum nightly rate and occupancy required to stay profitable.
Not at all! While it’s perfect for Airbnb operators, it’s also built for boutique hotels, vacation rental managers, and multi-property hosts looking to optimize revenue.
Nope. Just enter your numbers, and the calculator instantly shows your break-even nightly rate, monthly profit, and daily profit — without spreadsheets or formulas.
The calculator is flexible — you can adjust inputs anytime (like your ADR, costs, or occupancy rate) and get updated results in seconds. It’s built for real-world conditions.
You’ll get a clear financial snapshot — and an option to book a free strategy call with our team to help you reduce expenses, raise profits, and scale smarter with direct booking systems.