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Local Taxes & Fees in Marin County, CA (2026)

1 county-level rule, plus city-specific rules for 1 city in Marin County, California.

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Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Marin County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.

Business Tax Classification

Every business operating in unincorporated Marin County pays an annual license tax under Chapter 5.54, with the rate set by gross receipts within one of four classes, A through D, covering everything from contractors to real estate agents. A business type not listed gets whichever class the tax collector finds most comparable under Section 5.54.150.

Marin County Business License Tax Classifications

Some Restrictions

Marin County Code of Ordinances §§ 5.54.120, 5.54.150

Every person who engages in business at a fixed place of business within the county shall pay a license tax based upon gross receipts at the following rates and in the following classifications: ... Class A: Automobile repair and services; Construction—General and special contractors and operative Builders; Laundry, dry cleaning, and garment services; Manufacturing; Retail trade ... Class D: Ag...

Local Taxes & Fees by City in Marin County

1 cities in Marin County have their own local taxes & fees rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.

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