Airbnb Tax Calculator
Built for Airbnb hosts. Estimate what you'll owe on your bookings after cleaning, supplies, mortgage interest, and depreciation.
Most hosts report on Schedule E (no SE tax). Provide substantial guest services and Airbnb income moves to Schedule C with 15.3% SE tax.
Airbnb income & deductions
Airbnb sends a 1099-K once you cross the platform threshold. Most hosts report on Schedule E (no SE tax). If you provide substantial guest services (meals, daily housekeeping), the IRS treats it as a business — Schedule C with SE tax.
Set aside from gross bookings
6.3%
Quarterly payment
$939
Total tax owed
$3,756
Breakdown
Gross rental income$60,000
Total deductible expenses− $25,100
Net rental income$34,900
Federal income tax$2,008
CA state tax (est.)$1,748
Total tax liability$3,756
Short-term rentals (avg stay < 7 days) often default to Schedule C. Confirm classification with a tax pro — it changes whether SE tax applies.
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