Short-term rental & Airbnb taxes in Vancouver, WA (2026)
Short-term rental guests in Vancouver pay roughly 10.9% 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Washington state + local retail sales tax (Vancouver combined rate)Combined 6.5% state + local sales tax for Vancouver (location code 0605) per the WA DOR Q3 2026 lodging flyer effective Jul 1–Sep 30, 2026 (total lodging tax rate 10.9% minus the 2% special hotel/motel tax; unchanged from Q2 2026). Airbnb and other marketplace facilitators collect and remit sales and lodging taxes for bookings made through their platforms; hosts must register with DOR and remit on direct bookings, and B&O tax on gross receipts remains the host's own obligation either way. | 8.9% | varies |
| Special hotel/motel (lodging) tax — Vancouver/Clark CountyApplies to lodging stays under 30 consecutive days; brings Vancouver's total tax on STR lodging to 10.9% per the DOR Q3 2026 lodging rates flyer (Jul 1–Sep 30, 2026; unchanged from Q2). Platforms collect on marketplace bookings; hosts remit on direct bookings. A separate $2.00/night Tourism Promotion Area fee applies only to lodging properties with 40 or more units, so it generally does not apply to STRs. | 2% | varies |
What will guests pay on a Vancouver stay?
Enter a nightly rate to see the itemized occupancy-tax cost.
Vancouver occupancy tax calculator
| Gross rent | $450.00 |
| Washington state + local retail sales tax (Vancouver combined rate) (8.9%)· collection varies | $40.05 |
| Special hotel/motel (lodging) tax — Vancouver/Clark County (2%)· collection varies | $9.00 |
| Total tax (10.9%) | $49.05 |
| Guest pays | $499.05 |
Estimate only. Platform collection varies by listing site and agreement; verify rates with the taxing authorities.
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Verified July 12, 2026. Informational only — not legal, tax, or financial advice. Tax rates and collection rules change; confirm current requirements with Vancouver and your booking platform.