Myrtle, Mississippi

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Union County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $150Tax: 5%
County-level data: No city-specific ordinance found. Showing regulations for Union County which apply to this area.
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/16/2026
$150License Cost
5%Tax Rate

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$150
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap2 licenses per individual or business entity
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT5%

Official Sources

Data confidence: 88%Last updated: June 16, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Myrtle, Mississippi

Myrtle, Mississippi has no separate city ordinance, so Union County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $150). A lodging/occupancy tax of 5% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Myrtle, Mississippi?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $150.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Myrtle?

Short-term rentals in Myrtle are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 5%.

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

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