Short-term rental & Airbnb taxes in Pittsburgh, PA (2026)
Short-term rental guests in Pittsburgh pay roughly 14% 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Hotel Occupancy TaxState rate equals sales tax (6%). Since Jan 22, 2019, booking agents (Airbnb/Vrbo) that facilitate bookings for PA operators must charge, collect, and remit the tax; hosts taking direct bookings must register for a Sales, Use, and Hotel Occupancy Tax License via myPATH and remit themselves. | 6% | varies |
| Allegheny County local hotel occupancy tax1% additional local hotel tax in Allegheny County, administered by the PA Department of Revenue alongside the 6% state tax; same collection mechanics (platform on facilitated bookings, host on direct bookings). | 1% | varies |
| Allegheny County Hotel Room Rental TaxLevied at 7% under state law; administered by the Allegheny County Treasurer's Special Tax Division. Booking agents are permitted to collect and remit on operators' behalf, but every STR operator must still register with the Special Tax Division, report taxable revenue, and prove the booking agent remitted. Filings are monthly (15+ rooms) or quarterly, due by the 20th of the following month. | 7% | varies |
What will guests pay on a Pittsburgh stay?
Enter a nightly rate to see the itemized occupancy-tax cost.
Pittsburgh occupancy tax calculator
| Gross rent | $450.00 |
| Pennsylvania Hotel Occupancy Tax (6%)· collection varies | $27.00 |
| Allegheny County local hotel occupancy tax (1%)· collection varies | $4.50 |
| Allegheny County Hotel Room Rental Tax (7%)· collection varies | $31.50 |
| Total tax (14%) | $63.00 |
| Guest pays | $513.00 |
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 Pittsburgh and your booking platform.