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Key Metrics RV Park Investors Should Track

By RVParkShop Research Team Published: Jun 30, 2026 Last reviewed: Oct 07, 2026 166 views 1 min read
Key Metrics RV Park Investors Should Track
Overview: Learn the essential KPIs of the outdoor hospitality industry, including ADR, RevPAR, and Operating Expense Ratio.

Essential Campground Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

To evaluate your park's performance and benchmark it against the industry, you must track these key operational metrics.

1. Average Daily Rate (ADR)

ADR measures the average revenue earned per occupied site per day. $$\text{ADR} = \frac{\text{Total Rental Revenue}}{\text{Occupied Site Nights}}$$ Use this to track pricing power and evaluate the impact of rate increases.

2. Revenue Per Available Site (RevPAR)

RevPAR combines occupancy and rate to show performance across the entire inventory. $$\text{RevPAR} = \text{ADR} \times \text{Occupancy Rate}$$

  • Example: If your ADR is $60 and your occupancy rate is 70%, your RevPAR is $42.

3. Operating Expense Ratio (OER)

Tracks efficiency. $$\text{OER} = \frac{\text{Total Operating Expenses}}{\text{Gross Revenue}}$$ Healthy parks typically maintain an OER between 35% and 50%. A high OER indicates operational inefficiencies (e.g. water leaks, excessive staffing).

Educational Methodology & Financial / Tax Disclaimer

Financial metrics, capitalization rates, expense ratios, price-per-site benchmarks, and timeline estimates presented in this guide are educational estimates based on historical industry observations. Actual transaction metrics vary significantly by geographic submarket, asset condition, utility infrastructure, financing terms, and transaction timing.

Tax & Advisory Notice: Tax implications (such as cost segregation, depreciation recapture, 1031 exchanges, and installment sale structures under IRC Section 453) depend on individual circumstances. Always consult a qualified CPA, commercial tax attorney, and certified appraiser prior to executing transactions.

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