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Rancho Mirage
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Jun 2026

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

Rental conditions are recorded in Rancho Mirage
STRs banned citywide (<27 days) exc. HOA-permitted gated communities.
Find published guidance for your Rancho Mirage address
Check published permit and tax guidance for Rancho Mirage.

What you need to do in Rancho Mirage

From the linked source
  1. To do
    Meet the local rental conditions

    STRs banned citywide (<27 days) exc. HOA-permitted gated communities.

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

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

    Where to apply

  3. To do
    Airbnb, Vrbo and Booking.com collect the 10% Rancho Mirage occupancy tax for you

    That is per the record. On direct bookings, you collect and remit it yourself.

  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.

STRs banned citywide (<27 days) exc. HOA-permitted gated communities. The published guide for Rancho Mirage lists 10% local occupancy tax. License or registration details are not available.

At a glance.

Local tax
10%
State tax
Local only
License
Not available
Local filing
Platform collects
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Tax details

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

Rancho Mirage: Recorded effective date

1992-05-21

Rancho Mirage: Recorded remittance instructions

City Finance

Source for these notes: ranchomirageca.gov: short term rentals

Platform tax collection guidance for Rancho Mirage

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

PlatformStateLocal
AirbnbNonePlatform collects
VrboNonePlatform collects
Booking.comNonePlatform collects
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 10% local tax

    Platforms collect this tax. You collect and remit tax on direct bookings.

  • 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
Rancho Mirage occupancy tax10%
Source
Source linked
California local lodging tax guidanceLocally administered
Source
Source linked
Licensing recordNot available
Source
Source linked
Official sources for the taxes and permit requirements shown above.

Rancho Mirage STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my Rancho Mirage occupancy taxes?

Airbnb collects this tax. You collect and remit tax on direct bookings.

Do I need a license to Airbnb in Rancho Mirage?

The licensing requirement for Rancho Mirage 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.