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Jackson
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Jun 2026

Start with the recorded local taxes and permit overview for Jackson, California. Check the current requirements for your exact address.

What you need to do in Jackson

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  1. No action
    Short-term rentals are allowed in Jackson

    The record lists no ban. Zoning and HOA rules for your address still apply.

  2. To do
    Get the Jackson short-term rental license or registration

    The record does not state the fee or term. The licensing office lists both.

  3. To do
    Collect and remit the 10% Jackson occupancy tax yourself

    The record says booking platforms do not collect it, so you add it to every booking, platform and direct, and pay it to the authority.

  4. To do
    File quarterly returns

    The record does not state the due day; the tax office's calendar has it.

Verify each step with the authority before you file or apply. Source

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What to know.

The published guide for Jackson lists 10% local occupancy tax. A license or registration is required.

At a glance.

Local tax
10%
State tax
Local only
License
Required
Local filing
You collect and remit
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Tax details

Exemptions, penalties, filing information, and effective dates from the linked sources.

Jackson: Recorded exemptions

Charges incurred by local, state, federal or foreign government employees in performance of official duties are exempt if an exemption certificate is submitted and payment is made directly by the governmental entity, by government-sponsored corporate charge card, or with official government travel papers; occupancy beyond 30 consecutive days is exempt after the first 30 days (Jackson Municipal Code § 3.24.040).

Jackson: Recorded penalties and interest

A 10% penalty applies to delinquent remittances, interest accrues at 2% per month from the penalty due date, and fraud triggers a 100% penalty (Jackson Municipal Code §§ 3.24.100, 3.24.110).

Jackson: Recorded effective date

2003-01-01

Jackson: Recorded remittance instructions

Paper return to Tax Administrator (City Hall); due last working day of month following each calendar quarter

Jackson: Recorded filing schedule

Filing frequency: Quarterly.

Source for these notes: ecode360.com

Platform tax collection guidance for Jackson

Collection is shown separately for each booking channel. Direct-booking taxes are paid by the host.

PlatformStateLocal
AirbnbNoneYou collect and remit
VrboNoneYou collect and remit
Booking.comNoneYou collect and remit
DirectNoneYou collect and remit

Platform collects means the platform pays that tax. You collect and remit means you pay it. Collection details unavailable identifies a missing answer for that channel. Filing duties are listed separately.

Your next steps

  • Get the required license or registration

    Apply for the required license or registration with the licensing office before you list.

  • Collection of the 10% local tax

    You collect and remit this tax using the linked filing instructions.

  • File your tax returns

    File quarterly returns. The record does not state the due day; the tax office's calendar has it.

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Jackson occupancy tax10%
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California local lodging tax guidanceLocally administered
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Licensing recordRequired
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Official sources for the taxes and permit requirements shown above.

Jackson STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my Jackson occupancy taxes?

You collect and remit this tax for Airbnb and direct bookings.

Do I need a license to Airbnb in Jackson?

A license or registration is required.

What happens if I don't file?

Penalties and interest depend on the tax and authority. Check the applicable rules and contact the authority about any missed filings or payments.

How often do I file?

File quarterly returns. The record does not state the due day; the tax office's calendar has it.