Florida Vacation Rental Tax Calculator

Estimate your property tax, lodging tax, federal income tax, and depreciation deductions for your Florida vacation rental property.

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Tax Types

What Taxes Apply to Florida Short-Term Rentals?

Florida STR hosts are subject to several types of taxes. Understanding which ones apply — and who collects them — is the first step toward compliance.

Sales Tax

Florida applies its state sales tax to short-term rental stays — currently at a base rate that contributes to combined lodging rates of 13%. Cities may add local sales tax on top.

Occupancy / Transient Lodging Tax

Florida's lodging/occupancy tax is the primary STR-specific tax. Combined rates reach 13% in Miami and 12.5% in Orlando. This includes state, county, and city-level components.

Tourism / Convention Center Tax

Some Florida cities levy additional tourism, convention center, or special district taxes that add 1–3% to your total rate. In Miami, the combined rate of 13% already includes these surcharges.

Federal Income Tax

Florida has no state income tax — a significant advantage for STR owners. Your net rental profit is only subject to federal income tax, reported on Schedule E (Form 1040). 2026 federal rates range from 10% to 37%.

Property Tax

Florida's average effective property tax rate is 0.89%. Assessed annually on market value. STRs may face higher assessments in some jurisdictions.

Important

Does Airbnb Collect and Remit Taxes in Florida?

Airbnb has agreements to collect and remit taxes in Florida — but coverage is not always complete.

Airbnb collects Florida's state-level lodging tax in most jurisdictions.
In Miami and Orlando: Airbnb may or may not collect all county/city taxes.
Rural areas: You're often fully responsible for all local tax collection.
Even where Airbnb collects, you may owe additional local levies or special district taxes.

Bottom line: Never assume Airbnb handles all your Florida tax obligations. Verify with your local tax authority.

Compliance

Do You Need a Tax Permit in Florida?

Yes. Florida has significant STR regulation. Most jurisdictions require permits and licenses before you can operate.

State sales tax permit / seller's permit
City or county business license
Short-term rental operating permit
Lodging tax registration certificate
Zoning compliance certificate
Fire safety inspection certificate

Consequences of non-compliance

5–25% penalties on unpaid taxes in Florida

Revocation of rental permit

Liens on your property

Tax Overview

Short-Term Rental Taxes in Florida

Key tax facts every vacation rental host in Florida should know.

No state income tax

State sales tax: 6% (applies to lodging)

County Tourist Development Tax (TDT): 4–6% additional

Property tax rate: ~0.89%

City Breakdown

Lodging Tax Rates by City in Florida

Combined lodging/occupancy tax rates for major vacation rental markets in Florida.

CityCombined Rate

Miami

6% state + 5% county TDT + 2% resort tax

13%

Orlando

6% state + 6% Orange County TDT + 0.5% CDD

12.5%

Key West

6% state + 5% county + 1.5% city

12.5%

Destin

6% state + 5% Okaloosa TDT + 1% special

12%

Rates are estimates based on 2024-2025 data. Always verify with your local tax authority.

FAQs About Florida Vacation Rental Taxes

Common questions about short-term rental taxes, permits, and compliance in Florida.

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