Taxes & Fees: Bostonia vs Oceanside
How do taxes & fees rules compare between Bostonia, CA and Oceanside, CA?
Bostonia and Oceanside have similar restriction levels.
Bostonia, CA
San Diego County
San Diego County imposes an 8% Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) on short-term rentals of 30 days or fewer in unincorporated areas. Operators must register with the County Treasurer-Tax Collector and remit TOT quarterly.
View full Bostonia rules →Oceanside, CA
San Diego County
Oceanside collects a 10% Transient Occupancy Tax on all STR bookings plus the Oceanside Tourism Marketing District Assessment. TOT generated over $11 million in FY2022-23, representing nearly 8% of general fund revenue.
View full Oceanside rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Bostonia | Oceanside |
|---|---|---|
| TOT Rate | 8% of rent charged | 10% |
| Applies To | Stays of 30 days or fewer | - |
| Filing | Quarterly to Treasurer-Tax Collector | - |
| Registration | Required with County TTC | - |
| Platforms | May collect TOT on behalf of hosts | Auto-collect TOT |
| Revenue | - | $11M+ (FY2022-23) |
| Tourism District | - | Assessment also applies |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Bostonia FAQ
What is the TOT rate in unincorporated San Diego County?
The Transient Occupancy Tax rate is 8% of the rent charged for stays of 30 consecutive days or fewer in unincorporated areas of San Diego County.
Does Airbnb collect the TOT for me?
Some platforms may collect and remit TOT on behalf of hosts. However, you remain responsible for ensuring compliance. Check with the County Treasurer-Tax Collector to confirm your obligations.
How do I register to collect TOT?
Register with the San Diego County Treasurer-Tax Collector's Office. You'll receive an account number and must file quarterly returns remitting the collected tax.
Oceanside FAQ
What taxes do I owe on short-term rental income in Oceanside?
Oceanside collects a 10% Transient Occupancy Tax on all STR bookings plus the Oceanside Tourism Marketing District Assessment. TOT generated over $11 million in FY2022-23, representing nearly 8% of general fund revenue.
How much is the short-term rental license fee in Oceanside?
TOT Rate: 10%. Revenue: $11M+ (FY2022-23). Tourism District: Assessment also applies. Platforms: Auto-collect TOT.
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