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Airbnb Says 2018 Was A Very Good Year For Maryland Hosts
Airbnb says that more than 6,500 hosts in Maryland welcomed around 383,600 guests to the state in 2018, bringing in about $57 million.
ANNAPOLIS, MD – As 2018 comes to a close, Airbnb says that it's been a very good year for their hosts around Maryland. The company says that more 6,500 hosts welcomed around 383,600 guests during the year
Those people provided close to $57 million in supplemental income, according to Airbnb.
Maryland's hosts earn about $5,600 a year in supplemental income, the company says.
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"As we reflect on this past year and celebrate the beginning of a new one, we are proud to have played a small role in countless memories and cultural exchanges statewide – from summer trips to the holiday season" Airbnb spokeswoman Liz DeBold Fusco says.
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"We look forward to continuing to help families across Maryland earn extra income while allowing countless communities to enjoy the tourism economy in 2019."
Airbnb provided a breakdown of how many visitors stayed in each Maryland county as well as the total income for Airbnb hosts in that county.
Photo via Shutterstock and chart via Airbnb.
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