Airbnb management fees in Australia
As of 15 November 2026, the typical published Airbnb management fee in Australia is 16.8% of booking income, across 24 managers on CoHostCompare that publish a fee. Published fees range from 7% to 30%.
How published fees spread
| Fee (mid-point of each manager's range) | Managers | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Under 15% | 3 | 13% |
| 15% to 19.9% | 18 | 75% |
| 20% to 24.9% | 3 | 13% |
| 25% and over | 0 | 0% |
11 of 24 publish a single fee; the rest give a range that usually depends on the service level or property.
By city or region
| City or region | Managers | Publish a fee | Published fees | Typical fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Victorian holiday areas | 29 | 3 | 10% to 30% | – |
| Sydney | 32 | 2 | 15% to 25% | – |
| NSW holiday areas | 45 | 3 | 13.2% to 25% | – |
| Melbourne | 37 | 7 | 10% to 30% | 18% |
A typical fee is only shown where at least 5 managers publish one. For a single area, see managers by area.
Compare fees on the same bookings
A lower percentage isn't always cheaper. GST, setup fees, cleaning and linen, and whether the fee is taken before or after platform fees can each swing the yearly cost by thousands. Quotes on CoHostCompare use one standard format and are compared on the same booking income, so you see the real difference.
How this report is made
- Fees come only from managers who publish one, on their own website or their CoHostCompare profile. Fees on unclaimed profiles haven't been confirmed by the manager.
- Each manager counts once, at the mid-point of their published range. The typical fee is the median of those mid-points.
- Managers that only quote on request aren't included in the fee figures. No manager pays to be included or excluded.
- The report updates automatically. Last worked out on 15 November 2026. Journalists and researchers are welcome to quote it with a link. More figures: market facts.
Questions
How much do Airbnb managers charge in Australia?
As of 15 November 2026, the typical published Airbnb management fee in Australia is 16.8% of booking income, across 24 managers on CoHostCompare that publish a fee. Published fees range from 7% to 30%.
Is the fee charged on the nightly rate or total booking income?
Most managers charge a percentage of booking income. Check whether that is before or after platform fees and cleaning fees, as it changes what you pay on the same bookings.
Do management fees include GST?
Not always. Some published fees include GST and some add 10% on top. CoHostCompare quotes show GST the same way for every manager so you can compare like for like.
What usually costs extra?
Setup fees (photos, listing, furnishing advice), cleaning and linen (often charged to guests but sometimes to owners), maintenance call-outs, and supplies. Ask each manager what is included before you compare percentages.
Is a co-host cheaper than a full-service manager?
Usually, because a co-host often handles only parts of the job, such as listing, pricing and guest messages. See our guide on co-hosts versus full-service managers.