Short-term rental & Airbnb taxes in Richmond, VA (2026)
Short-term rental guests in Richmond 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Richmond Transient Occupancy Short-Term Rental (S-TR) Tax8% of total room charge. Accommodations intermediaries (Airbnb/Vrbo) must collect, file, and remit for platform bookings; the accommodations provider collects and remits for direct bookings. Due monthly by the 20th; late penalty is 10% or $10 (whichever is greater) plus 10% annual interest. | 8% | varies |
| Virginia Retail Sales and Use Tax on accommodations (Central Virginia region rate)Richmond is in the Central Virginia region with a 6% combined general sales tax rate, which applies to accommodations. For short-term rentals booked through an intermediary, the intermediary reports the sales tax on the entire transaction on its Virginia sales tax return; providers collect and remit on direct bookings. | 6% | varies |
What will guests pay on a Richmond stay?
Enter a nightly rate to see the itemized occupancy-tax cost.
Richmond occupancy tax calculator
| Gross rent | $450.00 |
| Richmond Transient Occupancy Short-Term Rental (S-TR) Tax (8%)· collection varies | $36.00 |
| Virginia Retail Sales and Use Tax on accommodations (Central Virginia region rate) (6%)· collection varies | $27.00 |
| 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 Richmond and your booking platform.