Airbnb, Inc. (ABNB) Operating Margin: 20.78%
Is Airbnb, Inc.’s operating margin high or low?
Airbnb, Inc.'s operating margin of 20.78% is 771% above its 5-year average of -3.09%, near the high end of its 5-year range (-106.27%–23.00%).
The operating margin for Airbnb, Inc. (ABNB) is 20.78% as of Wednesday, June 10, 2026. It is below its 12-month average by 5.07% (21.89%).
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ABNB Operating Margin Metrics
OPERATING MARGIN
20.78%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG TTM
21.89%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG 3Y
20.13%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG 5Y
-3.09%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG 10Y
-3.52%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG 15Y
-3.52%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG 20Y
-3.52%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-5.07%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+3.20%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+771.41%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+690.34%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+690.34%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+690.34%
ABNB Competitors' Operating Margin
| NAME | MARKET CAP | OPERATING MARGIN | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airbnb, Inc. (ABNB) | — | 20.78% | 21.89% | 20.13% | -3.09% |
| Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. (HLT) | $77.99B | 22.37% | 21.79% | 22.30% | 16.16% |
| General Motors Company (GM) | $75.52B | 1.57% | 4.20% | 5.10% | 5.52% |
| Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST) | $73.60B | 11.90% | 12.07% | 11.53% | 10.31% |
| MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI) | $83.20B | 11.08% | 11.87% | 12.07% | 9.62% |
| NIKE, Inc. (NKE) | $66.01B | 7.99% | 10.14% | 11.53% | 11.67% |
| Ford Motor Company (F) | $58.51B | 1.35% | 2.05% | 2.80% | 1.88% |
| Marriott International, Inc. (MAR) | $103.79B | 15.81% | 15.41% | 15.95% | 12.87% |
| eBay Inc. (EBAY) | $48.25B | 20.51% | 21.52% | 21.56% | 23.99% |
| Starbucks Corporation (SBUX) | $111.02B | 9.63% | 12.29% | 13.81% | 13.10% |
Operating Efficiency
Gross Margin
83.0%
Operating Margin
20.8%
Airbnb, Inc. Operating Margin Formula & Definition
Operating Margin = Operating Income / Revenue
Operating margin is the percentage of revenue remaining after operating expenses, reflecting operating efficiency.
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Airbnb, Inc. Operating Margin FAQ
- What is the operating margin for Airbnb, Inc. (ABNB)?
- The operating margin for ABNB stock is 20.78%.
- Is Airbnb, Inc.'s operating margin high or low?
- Airbnb, Inc.'s operating margin of 20.78% is 771% above its 5-year average of -3.09%, near the high end of its 5-year range (-106.27%–23.00%).
- What is the TTM average operating margin for Airbnb, Inc. (ABNB)?
- The TTM average operating margin for ABNB stock is 21.89%.
- What is the 3Y average operating margin for Airbnb, Inc. (ABNB)?
- The 3Y average operating margin for ABNB stock is 20.13%.
- What is the 5Y average operating margin for Airbnb, Inc. (ABNB)?
- The 5Y average operating margin for ABNB stock is -3.09%.
- What is the 10Y average operating margin for Airbnb, Inc. (ABNB)?
- The 10Y average operating margin for ABNB stock is -3.52%.
- What is the 15Y average operating margin for Airbnb, Inc. (ABNB)?
- The 15Y average operating margin for ABNB stock is -3.52%.
- What is the 20Y average operating margin for Airbnb, Inc. (ABNB)?
- The 20Y average operating margin for ABNB stock is -3.52%.
Airbnb, Inc. Operating Margin History
| DATE | OPERATING MARGIN |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 20.78% |
| 2024-12-31 | 23.00% |
| 2023-12-31 | 15.31% |
| 2022-12-31 | 21.45% |
| 2021-12-31 | 7.16% |
| 2020-12-31 | -106.27% |
| 2019-12-31 | -10.44% |
| 2018-12-31 | 0.51% |
| 2017-12-31 | -3.18% |
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About Airbnb, Inc.
Airbnb, Inc., along with its affiliated entities, manages a global digital marketplace. This platform seamlessly connects individuals, known as hosts, who wish to offer a variety of accommodations and unique local experiences, with guests seeking such services worldwide. Users can easily book anything from private rooms and primary residences to vacation homes through its online and mobile channels. Originally established as AirBed & Breakfast, Inc. in 2007, the company officially rebranded to Airbnb, Inc. in November 2010. Its corporate headquarters are situated in San Francisco, California.
- Sector
- Consumer Cyclical
- Industry
- Travel Services
- CEO
- Brian Chesky