Calexico, California

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Imperial County

Conditional

STR Status

Tax: 12%
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026
12%Tax Rate
50 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredNot specified
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap50 ft
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT12%

Official Sources

library.municode.com/ca/calexico/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=TIT3REFI_CH3.24TROCTA_3.24.040EX
Data confidence: 60%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Calexico, California

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Calexico, California are allowed under certain conditions. A lodging/occupancy tax of 12% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Calexico, California?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Calexico, California.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Calexico?

Short-term rentals in Calexico are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 12%.

Where do these Calexico short-term rental rules come from?

These details are verified against Calexico's official short-term rental ordinance and updated when the rules change.

Always verify before you buy. Short-term-rental rules change often and may not be fully current here. Confirm directly with Calexico, Imperial County, or California authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.