Taxes & Fees: Cedar Hill vs Dallas
How do taxes & fees rules compare between Cedar Hill, TX and Dallas, TX?
Cedar Hill and Dallas have similar restriction levels.
Cedar Hill, TX
Dallas County
Cedar Hill Sec. 21-42 levies 7% city Hotel Occupancy Tax on stays under 30 days, plus 6% state HOT = 13% total. Administered by MuniServices, LLC. Exempt: religious/charitable organizations and permanent residents (30+ consecutive days).
View full Cedar Hill rules →Dallas, TX
Dallas County
Dallas requires STR operators to collect and remit a 9% city Hotel Occupancy Tax on gross room receipts for rentals of 30 days or less, in addition to the 6% state HOT. Monthly reporting is required via the MUNIRevs portal by the 15th of each month.
View full Dallas rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Cedar Hill | Dallas |
|---|---|---|
| City HOT | 7% | - |
| State HOT | 6% | - |
| Total | 13% | - |
| Administrator | MuniServices, LLC | - |
| City HOT Rate | - | 9% |
| State HOT Rate | - | 6% |
| Combined Rate | - | 15% |
| Reporting | - | Monthly via MUNIRevs by 15th |
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Cedar Hill FAQ
What taxes do I owe on short-term rental income in Cedar Hill?
Cedar Hill Sec. 21-42 levies 7% city Hotel Occupancy Tax on stays under 30 days, plus 6% state HOT = 13% total. Administered by MuniServices, LLC. Exempt: religious/charitable organizations and permanent residents (30+ consecutive days).
How much is the short-term rental license fee in Cedar Hill?
City HOT: 7%. State HOT: 6%. Total: 13%. Administrator: MuniServices, LLC.
Dallas FAQ
What taxes do Dallas Airbnb hosts pay?
Hosts must collect and remit a combined 15% Hotel Occupancy Tax: 9% to the City of Dallas and 6% to the State of Texas on all rentals of 30 days or less.
How do I register for Dallas HOT?
Register through the MUNIRevs online portal via the City Controller's Office. Monthly reports are due by the 15th of each following month.
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