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Houston tourist tax calculator

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Houston, TX: 15%

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15% total. City HOT is filed through Houston First; Harris County rate inside municipalities is 2%.

What Airbnb collects: Per the City, Airbnb-only listings don't need HOT proof; for other channels file state, city and county HOT yourself.

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Not legal or tax advice. Last verified Oct 24, 2026. Rules and rates change: confirm with the official sources linked before you rent or file.