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Short-term rental taxes in Indiana
What you charge guests, who remits it, and what you have to hold.
Step one of five
Indiana is the layer that never changes.
Everything on this page applies right across Indiana, wherever the property sits. That makes it the one part you can settle before you know the address.
The four layers above it are the ones that move: county, city, special purpose districts, then private rules like an HOA or a neighbourhood covenant that appear in no government database at all. Two properties on opposite sides of the same street can owe different totals.
Run your address for the other fourWhat Indiana charges statewide
These apply across Indiana. Counties and cities add their own on top, which is where the totals diverge.
| Tax | Rate | Applies to | Confidence | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana State Sales TaxIndiana Department of Revenue | 7% | The total amount charged to the guest, including cleaning fees. | High | Source |
Drawn from the Indiana jurisdictions researched so far. These are the statewide figures only. Open a city below, or run your own address, for the county, city and district layers that stack on top.
Does the platform collect it for you
State sales tax only, not county or city lodging taxes.
| Channel | What you charge | Who remits the state layer | Confidence | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AirbnbPlatform is merchant of record | Nothing, the platform collects all state sales tax | The platform | High | Source |
| VrboYou are merchant of record | 7% (state sales tax) owed by the partner | You do | Low | Unverified |
| Booking.comYou are merchant of record | 7% (state sales tax) owed by the partner | You do | High | Source |
| ExpediaYou are merchant of record | 7% (state sales tax) owed by the partner | You do | Low | Unverified |
| GoogleYou are merchant of record | 7% (state sales tax) owed by the partner | You do | Low | Unverified |
| WhimstayYou are merchant of record | 7% (state sales tax) owed by the partner | You do | Low | Unverified |
| DirectYou are merchant of record | 7% (state sales tax) owed by the partner | You do | High | Source |
Still yours to charge: county lodging taxes, city lodging taxes.
Questions owners ask about Indiana
Does Airbnb collect and remit Indiana state sales tax for me?
Yes, Airbnb automatically collects and remits Indiana state sales tax for all short-term rentals. Hosts do not need to collect or remit the state sales tax themselves when booking through Airbnb. This does not cover any county or city lodging taxes you may owe.
SourceWhat is the state tax rate on short-term rentals in Indiana?
Indiana imposes a 7% state sales tax on all short-term rentals (stays of less than 30 consecutive days), including cleaning fees and other mandatory charges.
SourceDo I need a state license or permit to operate a short-term rental in Indiana?
You must register with the Indiana Department of Revenue for a sales tax account and obtain a Registered Retail Merchant Certificate before renting or collecting any tax.
SourceWhat counts as a short-term rental for tax in Indiana?
A short-term rental in Indiana is a stay of less than 30 consecutive days. Stays of 30 days or longer are exempt from the state sales tax if agreed upon in advance.
SourceDo I have to file sales tax returns even if I had no guests?
Yes, you must file a zero return for any period in which you are registered but had no taxable sales or guests.
SourceAre any guests or stays exempt from the state sales tax?
Yes, guests who contract in advance to stay for 30 days or more are exempt from the state sales tax. Some other government or non-profit exemptions may apply with proper documentation.
SourceWhen are Indiana state sales tax returns due for short-term rentals?
Sales tax returns are generally due monthly by the 20th of the month following the reporting period. Late filings are subject to penalty and interest.
SourceIf I book guests directly or through Vrbo, do I need to collect the tax?
Yes, except for Airbnb, you are responsible for collecting and remitting the 7% state sales tax for all other platforms and direct bookings. Most platforms besides Airbnb do not collect or remit Indiana state sales tax on your behalf.
SourceDoes Indiana have a statewide preemption on city or county rules for short-term rentals?
No, Indiana allows local governments to add their own requirements for short-term rentals, such as registration, zoning, or health and safety rules.
SourceWhat else do I need to know about local taxes in Indiana?
Most Indiana counties charge a hotel-motel tax in addition to the state sales tax. These taxes are local and not covered by Airbnb or state returns.
SourceWhat is the penalty for late or missed filing of Indiana sales tax returns?
The penalty for late filing is 10% of the tax due or $5, whichever is greater, plus interest. Zero returns are still required.
SourceAfter the research
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We run 300+ properties across 50+ cities and 7 countries, remotely, without standing in any of them. A property in Indiana is no harder for us to take on than one down the road from our last partner.
See how Corzly manages propertiesWe do not register, file or remit for you, and we are not tax professionals.
Rates and rules change. Confirm with the taxing authority before you rely on any figure here.