Short-term rental & Airbnb taxes in Indianapolis, IN (2026)
Short-term rental guests in Indianapolis pay roughly 17% 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana Sales Tax (state gross retail tax)Applies to rentals of accommodations for fewer than 30 consecutive days. Marketplace facilitators (Airbnb, Vrbo, OTAs) are required by law to collect and remit on behalf of hosts and this cannot be contracted away; hosts taking direct bookings must register as retail merchants and collect it themselves (limited exemption for primary residences rented fewer than 15 days/year with no marketplace bookings). | 7% | platform |
| Marion County Innkeeper's Tax (CIT)10% rate effective 09/01/2009, remitted to the Indiana Department of Revenue (state-collected county). Marketplace facilitators must collect and submit CIT directly to DOR; hosts booking directly must collect and remit it themselves. Combined with sales tax, guests pay 17% total. | 10% | platform |
What will guests pay on a Indianapolis stay?
Enter a nightly rate to see the itemized occupancy-tax cost.
Indianapolis occupancy tax calculator
| Gross rent | $450.00 |
| Indiana Sales Tax (state gross retail tax) (7%)· usually collected by platform | $31.50 |
| Marion County Innkeeper's Tax (CIT) (10%)· usually collected by platform | $45.00 |
| Total tax (17%) | $76.50 |
| Guest pays | $526.50 |
Estimate only. Platform collection varies by listing site and agreement; verify rates with the taxing authorities.
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Verified July 21, 2026. Informational only — not legal, tax, or financial advice. Tax rates and collection rules change; confirm current requirements with Indianapolis and your booking platform.