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Los Angeles vs Rio De Janeiro: which is better for Airbnb investment?

We compare the United States and Brazil short-term rental markets across occupancy, daily rate, RevPAR, year-over-year trend, and regulation.

Bottom line

Los Angeles edges ahead of Rio De Janeiro on higher occupancy (54% vs 24%), stronger RevPAR ($42.7 vs $8.38).

Head-to-head metrics

 Los AngelesRio De Janeiro
Median occupancy54%24%
Median daily rate$154$54.15
Median RevPAR$42.7$8.38
Active listings23,96929,438
YoY occupancy
YoY daily rate
Regulation risk
Annual night capNoneNone
License requiredNoNo

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Los Angeles vs Rio De Janeiro: which is better for Airbnb investment? (2026)