Alabama county rules
Walker County, AL vacation rental rules and taxes
Walker County’s lodging tax is 9% (collected by Avenu Insights), on top of the 4% state tax. Smith Lake rentals make up much of the market; Jasper licenses short-term rentals.
Checked against official sources November 5, 2026The 9% county tax applies inside Jasper and the other cities too, so city totals include it.
What to do
Register for the county lodging tax
File the 9% county tax with Avenu Insights (1-800-556-7274), on top of the 4% state tax through My Alabama Taxes.Source
Then your city
Pick your area.
Towns
Jasper
Jasper requires a short-term rental license (Schedule D) for each property rented under 30 days in residential, AG, B-T, and B-3 zones, with insurance, an emergency contact who responds within an hour, and written notice to owners within 500 feet. Guests are capped at 2 per bedroom plus 2. Lodgings tax is 19%.
Full guideUnincorporated Walker
We found no Walker County short-term rental permit. Outside cities, lodgings tax is 13% (9% county, filed with Avenu Insights, plus 4% state).
Sources
- Local lodgings tax rates report (November 2026) · Alabama Department of Revenue
- State lodgings tax · Alabama Department of Revenue
- Vacation rentals with lake access in Walker County · Airbnb
A plain-language summary to help you prepare, not legal advice. Rules and fees change; confirm with the office before you apply. Spot something out of date? Email hello@licensedrental.com.