Short-term rental & Airbnb taxes in Detroit, MI (2026)
Short-term rental guests in Detroit pay roughly 6% 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan Use Tax on accommodations (state)Applies to accommodations rented for a continuous period of 1 month or less (MCL 205.93a, Use Tax Act, PA 94 of 1937), levied by the Michigan Department of Treasury. Airbnb collects and remits 6% of the listing price including cleaning fees for reservations of 30 nights or shorter; hosts booking through platforms that do not collect must register and remit to Michigan Treasury themselves. Detroit levies no city accommodations/excise tax on STRs: under MCL 141.862 (as amended effective April 2, 2024) the City could levy up to a 2% excise tax on transient lodging, but only with voter approval, which has not occurred. Net STR income is separately subject to Michigan and City of Detroit income taxes. | 6% | varies |
What will guests pay on a Detroit stay?
Enter a nightly rate to see the itemized occupancy-tax cost.
Detroit occupancy tax calculator
| Gross rent | $450.00 |
| Michigan Use Tax on accommodations (state) (6%)· collection varies | $27.00 |
| Total tax (6%) | $27.00 |
| Guest pays | $477.00 |
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 Detroit and your booking platform.