Short-term rental & Airbnb taxes in St. Paul, MN (2026)
Short-term rental guests in St. Paul pay roughly 12.88% 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota state general sales taxApplies to lodging under 30 days. Per MN DOR, the accommodations intermediary (platform) must register and remit for bookings it facilitates; hosts must register and remit for direct bookings. | 6.875% | varies |
| St. Paul Sales Tax (local option)0.5% since Jan 1, 2000 (STAR program) plus 1.0% effective Apr 1, 2024 (streets/parks). Administered by MN DOR; same platform-vs-host rules as state sales tax. | 1.5% | varies |
| Ramsey County Transit Sales TaxCountywide transit sales and use tax; administered by MN DOR. | 0.5% | varies |
| Metro Area Sales Tax for HousingSeven-county Twin Cities metro tax, effective Oct 1, 2023. | 0.25% | varies |
| Metro Area Transportation Sales TaxSeven-county Twin Cities metro tax, effective Oct 1, 2023. | 0.75% | varies |
| St. Paul Lodging Tax (fewer than 50 rooms)3.0% for establishments with fewer than 50 rooms available for lodging (the tier that covers typical STRs); 7.0% for 50+ rooms. Administered by MN DOR alongside sales tax. | 3% | varies |
What will guests pay on a St. Paul stay?
Enter a nightly rate to see the itemized occupancy-tax cost.
St. Paul occupancy tax calculator
| Gross rent | $450.00 |
| Minnesota state general sales tax (6.875%)· collection varies | $30.94 |
| St. Paul Sales Tax (local option) (1.5%)· collection varies | $6.75 |
| Ramsey County Transit Sales Tax (0.5%)· collection varies | $2.25 |
| Metro Area Sales Tax for Housing (0.25%)· collection varies | $1.13 |
| Metro Area Transportation Sales Tax (0.75%)· collection varies | $3.38 |
| St. Paul Lodging Tax (fewer than 50 rooms) (3%)· collection varies | $13.50 |
| Total tax (12.88%) | $57.94 |
| Guest pays | $507.94 |
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 St. Paul and your booking platform.