Airbnb launches Host Earnings Calculator for FIFA World Cup 2026™

Key Takeaways

• Hosts can access instant, individualized earnings estimates for hosting during the FIFA World Cup 2026™
• New hosts receive $750 — in addition to hosting income
• New Airbnb data reveals trending neighborhoods in tournament host cities

Residents of FIFA World Cup 2026™ host cities can now access instant, individualized earnings estimates for hosting on Airbnb during the tournament, thanks to a new Host Earnings Calculator launched today — the first event-specific Host Earnings Calculator Airbnb has launched.

Millions of fans are expected to attend the FIFA World Cup 2026™ and our data shows that demand has surged, with searches for stays in host cities already up 80 percent during the tournament.¹

The FIFA World Cup 2026™ is also attracting many new guests to Airbnb, with data showing that around 1 in 6 guests in Canada, Mexico and the US are booking with Airbnb for the first time during the tournament ².

With demand for stays high, Airbnb is looking for new hosts, and is making it easier than ever to get started.

Our Host Earnings Calculator generates instant, individualized earnings estimates for residents of host cities who are considering renting out their place during the FIFA World Cup 2026™. The estimates are calculated using individual hosting preferences—such as when, where, and for how long people plan to host, as well as the type of listing they intend to offer—and data for similar Airbnb listings offered during the tournament ³.

The Host Earnings Calculator is available here.

To further support new hosts on Airbnb and help meet demand for stays at the FIFA World Cup 2026™, we recently launched our biggest-ever new host incentive program.

Under the program, and in addition to the income earned from hosting, we are offering $750 to new entire-home hosts in any of the 16 World Cup host cities in Canada, Mexico, and the US who welcome their first guests by July 31.

More information on the new host incentive is available here.

Opportunities to host on Airbnb during the FIFA World Cup 2026™ exist in neighborhoods across host cities, including many that might not typically be associated with tourism.

New Airbnb data released today highlights trending host city neighborhoods that are seeing the biggest increases in bookings on the platform during the tournament ⁴.

Hosting represents a significant opportunity for residents across host cities to boost their incomes. According to a survey of host city residents by Focaldata ⁵, almost 90 percent of respondents said that extra income from hosting would have a positive impact on their current financial situation. Most residents indicated they would use the extra income to help pay down debt (40%), cover living expenses (35%), and make home improvements (33%).

At the same time, hosts on Airbnb are providing guests with a range of places to stay at every price point. As of late February, around 80% of available listings across host cities were priced under $500 a night on average, according to Airbnb data.

Dave Stephenson, Chief Business Officer at Airbnb, said:

“The FIFA World Cup 2026™ is approaching fast, and fans from around the world are looking for places to stay in the communities we all call home. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for locals to open their doors and earn from the biggest sporting event on the planet. For anyone considering hosting, our Host Earnings Calculator makes it easy to estimate what you could earn on Airbnb during the tournament, based on how you choose to host – and we are offering an extra $750 to new hosts.”

¹ Based on internal Airbnb data of the growth in searches by global guests for FIFA World Cup 2026™ host cities during the tournament dates compared to the year prior, as of Q4 2025.

² Based on internal Airbnb data of the percent of bookings made by new guests in host cities between 1/1/26 and 3/5/26 for stays during the FIFA World Cup 2026™ tournament.

³ Your actual earnings will depend on several factors, including your availability, price, and the demand in your area. See the Host Earnings Calculator for more details. Your ability to host may also depend on local laws. Learn more about responsible hosting.

⁴ Based on Airbnb internal data of top trending neighborhoods in FIFA World Cup 2026 host cities from June 11-July 19 based on year-over-year growth in bookings, comparing bookings made in Q1 2026 compared to Q1 2025.

⁵ Based on an online survey commissioned by Airbnb and conducted by Focaldata in December 2025 of 6.000 adults across the 16 2026 FIFA World Cup Host cities in Canada, Mexico and the US. All additional survey data originates from this survey.

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