Taxes & Fees: Cedar Park vs Round Rock
How do taxes & fees rules compare between Cedar Park, TX and Round Rock, TX?
Cedar Park and Round Rock have similar restriction levels.
Cedar Park, TX
Williamson County
Cedar Park imposes a 7% Hotel Occupancy Tax on STR stays under 30 days (Article 10.03) and, starting October 1, 2026, will require all STR owners to register with the city and pay a $100 annual fee.
View full Cedar Park rules →Round Rock, TX
Williamson County
STR operators in Round Rock must collect Texas state Hotel Occupancy Tax (6%) plus Round Rock's local HOT. Combined tax applies to all rentals under 30 days.
View full Round Rock rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Cedar Park | Round Rock |
|---|---|---|
| City HOT rate | 7% | - |
| State HOT rate (additional) | 6% | - |
| Registration required | Yes (starting Oct 1, 2026) | - |
| Annual registration fee | $100 per property | - |
| STR definition threshold | Rentals of 30 consecutive days or fewer | - |
| Reporting frequency | Quarterly | - |
| State HOT | - | 6% (TX H&S Code §156) |
| Local HOT | - | Additional city rate applies |
| Registration | - | TX Comptroller + Round Rock Finance |
| Applies To | - | Stays under 30 consecutive days |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Cedar Park FAQ
Does Airbnb collect Cedar Park's HOT for me?
Airbnb collects and remits the 6% Texas state HOT but does NOT collect the 7% city HOT for Cedar Park — owners must register with the city, file the Cedar Park HOT Report, and remit the 7% themselves.
When do I have to register?
The registration ordinance takes effect October 1, 2026. After that date, every STR property must be registered annually with Cedar Park and pay the $100 per-property fee.
What counts as a short-term rental?
Any rental of all or part of a residential property for 30 consecutive days or fewer to someone who is not a permanent resident — this includes Airbnb, VRBO, and similar platforms.
Round Rock FAQ
What taxes do I owe on short-term rental income in Round Rock?
STR operators in Round Rock must collect Texas state Hotel Occupancy Tax (6%) plus Round Rock's local HOT. Combined tax applies to all rentals under 30 days.
How much is the short-term rental license fee in Round Rock?
State HOT: 6% (TX H&S Code §156). Local HOT: Additional city rate applies. Registration: TX Comptroller + Round Rock Finance. Applies To: Stays under 30 consecutive days.
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