Laurel, Mississippi

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Jones County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredTax: 3%Business License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026
3%Tax Rate

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT3%

Zoning Restrictions

  • yes

Official Sources

Data confidence: 95%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Laurel, Mississippi

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Laurel, Mississippi are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit. A lodging/occupancy tax of 3% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Laurel, Mississippi?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Laurel, Mississippi.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Laurel?

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Laurel?

Short-term rentals in Laurel are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 3%.

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

These details are verified against Laurel'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 Laurel, Jones County, or Mississippi authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.