Regulatory Overview
State STR LicenseNot Required
State Preemption LawNo
Permit RequiredNone at State Level
Owner-Occupied RequiredNo
Last Verified2026-01
Official source: https://www.ksrevenue.gov
Tax Breakdown
6.5%
State Sales Tax
0%
Lodging / TOT
Est. Total Tax Burden~9.5%
Total is an estimate. Local taxes, county surcharges, and platform fees vary. Always verify with your local tax authority.
Key Rule Summary
No state STR license. State sales tax + local retailer's excise tax applies. Very permissive environment.
Major City Rules
2 cities tracked
Kansas City
Host Friendly
Note: major Kansas City metro is mostly in Missouri
Wichita
Host Friendly
No STR-specific requirements
Housing Market Data — US Census ACS
ACS 5-Year 2022
1,278,548
Total Housing Units
10.2%
Vacancy Rate
66.9%
Owner-Occupied
33.1%
Renter-Occupied
13,376
Seasonal/Vacation Units
1.0%
Seasonal Unit %
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates · Seasonal/vacation units are a proxy for STR-receptive housing stock.