Airbnb in Kentucky: A $590M economic engine for local communities
Summary
According to Airbnb, hosts in Kentucky contributed $590 million to the state's GDP in 2024. The platform also highlights the role STRs play in supporting bourbon tourism and local economies. Hosts should consider how their listings contribute to the local tourism landscape.
Key Insights
- •Approximately 49 nights per year is the average nights per year that hosts share their home on Airbnb.
- •Airbnb hosts in Kentucky welcomed over one million guests in 2024.
- •Airbnb hosts contributed an estimated $590 million annually to Kentucky’s GDP in 2024.
Action Items
- ✓Consider the impact of your Airbnb listing on local businesses and attractions.Effort: lowImpact: low
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