Short-term rental & Airbnb taxes in Kissimmee, FL (2026)
Short-term rental guests in Kissimmee pay roughly 13.5% in combined occupancy and lodging taxes. Here's the itemized breakdown, who collects each one, and what you may need to remit yourself.
Itemized tax rates
| Tax | Rate | Who collects |
|---|---|---|
| Florida Transient Rental Tax (state sales tax)6% of the listing price including cleaning fees for reservations 182 nights and shorter. Airbnb and other major platforms collect and remit for platform bookings; hosts taking direct bookings must register with the Florida Department of Revenue and remit themselves. | 6% | varies |
| Osceola County Discretionary Sales SurtaxCollected together with the state sales tax (Airbnb collects '0.5%-1.5%' surtax depending on county; Osceola County's rate is 1.5%). Platforms remit for platform bookings; hosts remit for direct bookings. | 1.5% | varies |
| Osceola County Tourist Development Tax6% on total rental charges for stays of six months or less. Osceola County is NOT contracted with Airbnb, VRBO, Evolve, or any other third-party booking platform - property owners/agents must register with the Osceola County Tax Collector and remit monthly (due by the 20th of the following month). | 6% | host |
What will guests pay on a Kissimmee stay?
Enter a nightly rate to see the itemized occupancy-tax cost.
Kissimmee occupancy tax calculator
| Gross rent | $450.00 |
| Florida Transient Rental Tax (state sales tax) (6%)· collection varies | $27.00 |
| Osceola County Discretionary Sales Surtax (1.5%)· collection varies | $6.75 |
| Osceola County Tourist Development Tax (6%)· host remits | $27.00 |
| Total tax (13.5%) | $60.75 |
| Guest pays | $510.75 |
Estimate only. Platform collection varies by listing site and agreement; verify rates with the taxing authorities.
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Verified July 10, 2026. Informational only — not legal, tax, or financial advice. Tax rates and collection rules change; confirm current requirements with Kissimmee and your booking platform.