Taxes & Fees: Green Valley vs Tucson
How do taxes & fees rules compare between Green Valley, AZ and Tucson, AZ?
Green Valley has fewer restrictions than Tucson.
Green Valley, AZ
Pima County
STR operators must collect Arizona TPT (5.5%) plus Pima County transient lodging tax under ARS 42-6007. Combined taxes total approximately 12-13%. ADOR TPT license required.
View full Green Valley rules →Tucson, AZ
Pima County
Tucson short-term rentals are subject to Arizona Transaction Privilege Tax of 5.5 percent, Pima County excise of 0.5 percent, and Tucson city privilege tax of 2.6 percent plus a transient lodging tax of 6 percent, for a combined state and local rate of roughly 14.6 percent. Hosts must also obtain a Tucson business license and pay the annual STR registration fee.
View full Tucson rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Green Valley | Tucson |
|---|---|---|
| State TPT Rate | 5.5% (transient lodging) | - |
| County Lodging Tax | Approx 5.9% under ARS 42-6007 | - |
| Combined Rate | Approx 12-13% | - |
| Registration | ADOR TPT license required | - |
| Combined Tax Rate | - | Approximately 14.6 percent |
| City Registration Fee | - | 150 dollars annual |
| Liability Insurance | - | 500,000 dollars minimum |
| Tax Authority | - | Arizona Department of Revenue AZTaxes.gov |
| Business License | - | Required via Tucson Business Services |
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Green Valley FAQ
What taxes do I pay on a short-term rental in unincorporated Pima County?
You must collect state TPT at 5.5% plus county transient lodging tax of approximately 5.9%, for a combined rate around 12-13%. Register with the Arizona Department of Revenue for a TPT license.
Does Airbnb collect taxes automatically?
Airbnb collects and remits Arizona state TPT and some county taxes in certain jurisdictions. Verify with ADOR that all applicable taxes are being collected for your specific location.
Tucson FAQ
What taxes apply to Tucson Airbnb rentals?
State TPT 5.5 percent, county excise 0.5 percent, city privilege tax 2.6 percent, and transient lodging tax 6 percent, for roughly 14.6 percent combined. Platforms usually collect automatically.
Does Tucson require a business license for STR hosts?
Yes. All STR operators must hold a Tucson business license and complete annual STR registration with a 150 dollar fee and life-safety self-certification.
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