Tulsa, Oklahoma

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Tulsa County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $375Tax: 5%
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/7/2026
$375License Cost
5%Tax Rate

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$375
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
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 / TOT5%

Zoning Restrictions

  • allowed in all zoning districts

Official Sources

Data confidence: 97%Last updated: June 7, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Tulsa, Oklahoma

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Tulsa, Oklahoma are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $375). A lodging/occupancy tax of 5% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Tulsa, Oklahoma?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $375.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Tulsa?

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

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

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