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Milledgeville
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Jun 2026

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

What you need to do in Milledgeville

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

    Baldwin County STR certificate ordinance (2021; annual renewal by Dec 31) applies to unincorporated county only.

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

    no city-specific STR ordinance found; Baldwin County STR certificate ordinance (2021; annual renewal by Dec 31) applies to unincorporated county only

  3. To do
    Airbnb, Vrbo and Booking.com collect the 8% Milledgeville 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.

Baldwin County STR certificate ordinance (2021; annual renewal by Dec 31) applies to unincorporated county only. The published guide for Milledgeville lists 8% local occupancy tax. The state table lists a 4% Georgia state sales tax in addition. The state base rate excludes local taxes and the separate $5 per night state hotel-motel fee where applicable. A license or registration is required.

At a glance.

Local tax
8%
State tax
4%
Total for a direct booking
12%
License
Required
Local filing
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Platform tax collection guidance for Milledgeville

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

PlatformStateLocal
AirbnbPlatform collectsPlatform collects
VrboPlatform collectsPlatform collects
Booking.comPlatform collectsPlatform collects
DirectYou collect and remitYou 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 8% 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.

  • Check the state tax requirements

    Use the linked state tax instructions to register and file.

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Milledgeville occupancy tax8%
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Georgia state sales tax4%
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Official sources for the taxes and permit requirements shown above.

Milledgeville STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my Milledgeville occupancy taxes?

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

Do I need a license to Airbnb in Milledgeville?

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?

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.