Short-term rental & Airbnb taxes in Tampa, FL (2026)
Short-term rental guests in Tampa 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)Applies to stays of 182 nights or less, on the listing price including cleaning fees. Airbnb and major platforms collect and remit for platform bookings; hosts taking direct bookings must register with the Florida Department of Revenue and remit themselves. | 6% | platform |
| Hillsborough County Discretionary Sales SurtaxCombined state + local sales tax rate in Hillsborough County is 7.5% for 2026 (6% state + 0.5% school capital outlay + 0.5% indigent care + 0.5% local government infrastructure surtax). Platforms collect alongside the state tax; direct-booking hosts remit to FL DOR. | 1.5% | platform |
| Hillsborough County Tourist Development Tax6% on total rental amount for stays of 6 months or less, administered by the Hillsborough County Tax Collector. Airbnb (bookings since 12/20/2016), HomeAway/Vrbo, and misterb&b collect and remit under agreements with the county; for direct bookings or other channels the host must open a TDT account and remit monthly (delinquent if not paid/postmarked by the 20th). | 6% | varies |
What will guests pay on a Tampa stay?
Enter a nightly rate to see the itemized occupancy-tax cost.
Tampa occupancy tax calculator
| Gross rent | $450.00 |
| Florida Transient Rental Tax (state sales tax) (6%)· usually collected by platform | $27.00 |
| Hillsborough County Discretionary Sales Surtax (1.5%)· usually collected by platform | $6.75 |
| Hillsborough County Tourist Development Tax (6%)· collection varies | $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 13, 2026. Informational only — not legal, tax, or financial advice. Tax rates and collection rules change; confirm current requirements with Tampa and your booking platform.