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Compton
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Jun 2026

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

What you need to do in Compton

Checked against the source
  1. To confirm
    Check that short-term rentals are allowed at your address

    The record has no finding on whether Compton allows short-term rentals. Ask the planning or zoning office before you list.

  2. To confirm
    Check whether you need a license or permit

    The record does not say whether Compton requires a short-term rental license. Ask the city or county licensing office.

  3. To do
    Collect and remit the 7.5% Compton 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 confirm
    Find out how often you file and when returns are due

    The record gives no filing schedule. Ask the tax office how often you file and when returns are due.

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

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What to know.

The published guide for Compton lists 7.5% local occupancy tax. License or registration details are not available.

At a glance.

Local tax
7.5%
State tax
Local only
License
Not available
Local filing
You collect and remit
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Tax details

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

Compton: Recorded exemptions

No tax on: (a) any person/occupancy beyond the city's power to tax; (b) any federal or state officer/employee on official business; (c) any foreign government officer/employee exempt by federal law or international treaty. Exemption requires a claim at the time rent is collected, under penalty of perjury, on a City Controller-prescribed form (Compton Municipal Code, Uniform Transient Occupancy Tax Law, §6903).

Compton: Recorded penalties and interest

Per §6907: 15% penalty for original delinquency; an additional 15% if still unpaid 30 days after first delinquency; 25% penalty if nonpayment is due to fraud; interest of 1.5% per month (or fraction) on the tax, exclusive of penalties, until paid. Returns are monthly (§6906); tax remitted with check to the City Controller (no online portal offered).

Compton: Recorded effective date

1968-10-01

Source for these notes: data.ca.gov: city transient occupancy tax tot for fiscal year

Platform tax collection guidance for Compton

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

  • Find permit information

    Permit requirements are not available in this guide. The linked authority provides application information.

  • Collection of the 7.5% local tax

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

  • File your tax returns

    Find out how often you file and when returns are due. The record gives no filing schedule. Ask the tax office how often you file and when returns are due.

Sources & confidence

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FigureValueSourceStatus
Compton occupancy tax7.5%
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Source linked
California local lodging tax guidanceLocally administered
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Licensing recordNot available
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Source linked
Official sources for the taxes and permit requirements shown above.

Compton STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my Compton occupancy taxes?

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

Do I need a license to Airbnb in Compton?

The licensing requirement for Compton is not available. Check state and local license or registration rules before listing.

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?

Find out how often you file and when returns are due. The record gives no filing schedule. Ask the tax office how often you file and when returns are due.