San Ramon vs Walnut Creek
How do taxes & fees rules compare between San Ramon, CA and Walnut Creek, CA?
San Ramon has fewer restrictions than Walnut Creek.
San Ramon, CA
Contra Costa County
San Ramon imposes a 7.25% Transient Occupancy Tax on short-term stays under 31 days. Operators collect the tax from guests and file quarterly returns. Guests staying 31+ consecutive days are exempt.
View full San Ramon rules →Walnut Creek, CA
Contra Costa County
Walnut Creek imposes a 10% Transient Occupancy Tax on all rentals under 30 days under Municipal Code Chapter 3-4. Hosts must register for a TOT certificate, collect the tax on all rent and cleaning fees, and remit it to the city — even when Airbnb or VRBO collect automatically, the legal liability remains with the operator.
View full Walnut Creek rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | San Ramon | Walnut Creek |
|---|---|---|
| TOT Rate | 7.25% | - |
| Effective Since | April 1, 1993 | - |
| Filing | Quarterly | - |
| Exempt | Stays 31+ consecutive days | - |
| - | - |
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San Ramon FAQ
What taxes do I owe on short-term rental income in San Ramon?
San Ramon imposes a 7.25% Transient Occupancy Tax on short-term stays under 31 days. Operators collect the tax from guests and file quarterly returns. Guests staying 31+ consecutive days are exempt.
How much is the short-term rental license fee in San Ramon?
TOT Rate: 7.25%. Effective Since: April 1, 1993. Filing: Quarterly. Exempt: Stays 31+ consecutive days.
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