Taxes & Fees: Arlington vs Fort Worth
How do taxes & fees rules compare between Arlington, TX and Fort Worth, TX?
Arlington and Fort Worth have similar restriction levels.
Arlington, TX
Tarrant County
Short-term rentals in Arlington are subject to the state hotel occupancy tax (6 percent under Texas Tax Code Chapter 156), the city hotel occupancy tax under Tax Code Chapter 351 (9 percent in Arlington), and local STR registration fees. Operators must register annually with the city, collect and remit HOT monthly or quarterly, and comply with the STR ordinance adopted in the Entertainment District and citywide.
View full Arlington rules →Fort Worth, TX
Tarrant County
Fort Worth charges a 9% Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT) on stays under 30 days (7% city tax plus 2% special venue district tax). STR registration costs $150 initial and $100 annual renewal under Ordinance 26005-02-2023. State HOT of 6% applies separately.
View full Fort Worth rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Arlington | Fort Worth |
|---|---|---|
| - | - | |
| City HOT Rate | - | 9% (7% + 2% venue tax) |
| State HOT | - | 6% (Tex. Tax Code Ch. 156) |
| Registration Fee | - | $150 initial / $100 renewal |
| Ordinance | - | 26005-02-2023 (Feb 14, 2023) |
| Permitted Zones | - | Multifamily, Mixed-Use, Commercial only |
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Arlington FAQ
Does Airbnb handle Arlington hotel tax for me?
Yes. Airbnb collects the 6% state and 9% city HOT on Arlington bookings. You still must register locally.
What tax do I pay if I rent my home during Cowboys games?
The same 15% combined HOT applies, plus local registration if you host more than the exempt threshold of nights.
Fort Worth FAQ
What is the hotel tax rate for short-term rentals in Fort Worth?
Fort Worth charges a 9% local Hotel Occupancy Tax (7% city plus 2% special venue district). The Texas State HOT of 6% applies separately, bringing the total tax to 15% on stays under 30 days.
How much does it cost to register a short-term rental in Fort Worth?
The initial STR registration fee is $150, with a $100 annual renewal fee under Ordinance 26005-02-2023. Registration is only available for STRs in Multifamily, Mixed-Use, or Commercial zoning districts since STRs are banned in residential zones.
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