Austin vs Nashville
How do taxes & fees rules compare between Austin, TX and Nashville, TN?
Austin, TX
Travis County
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Nashville, TN
Davidson County
Nashville STR operators pay a $313 annual permit fee plus a Hotel Occupancy Tax of 6–7% on gross rental receipts plus a $2.50/night flat fee. State sales tax of 9.25% also applies, bringing total lodging taxes to approximately 15–16%.
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| Fact | Austin | Nashville |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Permit Fee | - | $313 |
| Hotel Occupancy Tax | - | 6–7% + $2.50/night flat fee |
| State + Local Sales Tax | - | 9.25% |
| Total Lodging Tax Burden | - | ~15.25–16.25% + $2.50/night |
| Platform Remittance | - | Airbnb/Vrbo remit state taxes; direct remittance required for other platforms |
| Filing Deadline | - | 20th of each month |
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Austin FAQ
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Nashville FAQ
What taxes do I owe on short-term rental income in Nashville?
Nashville STR operators pay a $313 annual permit fee plus a Hotel Occupancy Tax of 6–7% on gross rental receipts plus a $2.50/night flat fee. State sales tax of 9.25% also applies, bringing total lodging taxes to approximately 15–16%.
How much is the short-term rental license fee in Nashville?
Annual Permit Fee: $313. Hotel Occupancy Tax: 6–7% + $2.50/night flat fee. State + Local Sales Tax: 9.25%. Total Lodging Tax Burden: ~15.25–16.25% + $2.50/night.
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