MCC Code
7523
Category
Automobile Parking Lots and Garages
Reward Category
Parking
Confirmed by
PreSwipe team
Airport parking at Hobby codes as a parking garage (7523), not as travel. Cards with broad travel definitions like Amex Platinum may still count it; most do not.
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What MCC code does Houston Hobby Airport Parking (HOU) use?
Houston Hobby Airport Parking (HOU) uses MCC 7523 — Automobile Parking Lots and Garages. This is the four-digit Merchant Category Code assigned to Houston Hobby Airport Parking (HOU) by card networks and determines how your purchase is categorized for rewards.
Does Houston Hobby Airport Parking (HOU) count as automobile parking lots and garages for credit card rewards?
Houston Hobby Airport Parking (HOU) does not code as you might expect. It uses MCC 7523 (Automobile Parking Lots and Garages), which may not trigger the bonus category you're hoping for. Always check your card's terms.
Which credit card earns the most rewards at Houston Hobby Airport Parking (HOU)?
The best card depends on how Houston Hobby Airport Parking (HOU) codes. Since it uses MCC 7523 (Automobile Parking Lots and Garages), look for cards that offer bonus rewards in that category. Check the card recommendations above for the top options.