Airbnb is a global travel and hospitality marketplace employing more than 22,000 people. Recent staffing data shows that new hires outnumber departures, resulting in modest net growth and low single-digit turnover. The company continues to scale teams that support its core platform, host community, and trust and safety initiatives while maintaining a measured approach to workforce expansion.
Headcount is spread across 19 functional groups. Business Management is the largest at roughly 6,000 employees, or just over a quarter of the workforce, underscoring the emphasis on marketplace operations and community support. Finance & Administration follows with about 4,200 employees, reflecting the resources required to handle global payments and compliance. Engineering makes up nearly 3,100 employees who build and maintain the booking platform and mobile apps. Sales & Support, Operations, and Marketing & Product collectively account for nearly one-third of employees, ensuring guest and host success and ongoing product refinement. Smaller but essential teams in Human Resources, IT, Legal, and an “Other” category provide additional specialized capabilities.
Airbnb’s workforce is highly distributed. Approximately four-fifths of employees work remotely or in smaller offices grouped under “Other,” illustrating a flexible, global talent model. San Francisco remains the largest single hub with about 1,700 employees, followed by New York City (≈600) and Seattle (≈440). Key international locations include Delhi, Nairobi, and Los Angeles, each hosting 300-400 employees, while offices in Ireland, Bengaluru, and Gurugram support regional operations. This geographic spread enables the company to serve hosts and guests worldwide while tapping into diverse talent pools.