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U.S. Short-Term Rental Tax Calculator
Estimate your property tax, lodging tax, federal & state income tax, and depreciation deductions for your vacation rental property.
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How Our Short-Term Rental Tax Calculator Works
Three steps to understand your short-term rental obligations
Select your state & jurisdiction
Choose your property's location to pull the relevant tax rates.
Enter your rental income
Input your projected or actual annual rental revenue.
Review your tax estimate
See a breakdown of federal, state, and local tax obligations with potential deductions.
What's Included
State-by-State Tax Rates
Covers occupancy tax, sales tax, and special lodging taxes across all 50 US states.
Deduction Estimator
Identify common vacation rental tax deductions to reduce your taxable income.
Quarterly Estimate Breakdown
Plan your quarterly estimated tax payments to avoid penalties.
Why Vacation Rental Taxes Are So Confusing
STR taxation involves multiple overlapping layers of government — each with its own rules, rates, and filing requirements. Here's what makes it so complex:
Different rules by state
Each of the 50 states has its own approach — from sales tax to lodging-specific levies. Nine states don't even have an income tax.
County & city-level taxes
Counties and cities add their own occupancy, hotel, and tourism taxes. A property in Miami faces completely different rates than one in Tampa.
Airbnb sometimes collects, sometimes not
Airbnb collects and remits taxes in many jurisdictions, but coverage is inconsistent. You may still owe additional local taxes.
Registration & compliance
Many cities require STR permits, business licenses, and separate tax registrations. Missing one can mean fines or losing your permit.
That's why we built this calculator — to give you a clear, state-by-state estimate of your total tax burden in one place.
What Taxes Apply to Short-Term Rentals?
STR hosts in the U.S. may be subject to several types of taxes. Understanding which ones apply — and who collects them — is the first step toward compliance.
Sales Tax
Many states treat STRs as taxable services — ranging from 0% (Oregon) to 7.25% (California). Cities may add local sales tax on top.
Occupancy / Transient Lodging Tax
The most common STR-specific tax. Also called hotel tax, room tax, or bed tax. Typically 2–10% at the city or county level.
Tourism / Convention Center Tax
Popular destinations levy additional taxes for tourism marketing and infrastructure. These add 1–5% to your total rate.
Federal & State Income Tax
Net rental profit is subject to federal income tax and, in most states, state income tax. Reported on Schedule E (Form 1040).
Property Tax
Assessed annually on market value. Rates vary significantly — from 0.28% in Hawaii to 2.49% in New Jersey.
Does Airbnb Collect and Remit Taxes?
Airbnb has agreements in many jurisdictions — but not all. Coverage is inconsistent:
- Florida & NC: Airbnb collects state-level but may skip county/city taxes.
- NYC & SF: Airbnb collects the full combined rate.
- Rural areas: You're often fully responsible for all taxes.
- Even where Airbnb collects, you may owe additional local levies.
Do You Need a Tax Permit?
In most jurisdictions, yes. Common permits required:
Consequences of non-compliance
5–25% penalties on unpaid taxes
Revocation of rental permit
Liens on your property
Vacation Rental Tax Calculator by State
Select your state in the calculator above, or browse the full list below, and get the specific tax breakdown for your location.
Click any state to see its specific tax breakdown, city-level rates, and compliance information.
FAQs About Our Short-Term Rental Tax Calculator
Answers to the most common questions about our vacation rental tax calculator and short-term rental taxes in general.
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