What is the sales tax rate in Florida?

The Florida state sales tax rate is 6.000%. However, counties can impose additional discretionary sales surtaxes ranging from 0.5% to 2%, making total rates vary from 6% to 8% depending on location.

Does Florida have local sales tax?

Yes, Florida allows counties to impose discretionary sales surtaxes. Most counties add between 0.5% and 1.5% to the 6.000% state rate. For example, Miami-Dade County adds 1%, while Duval and Hillsborough counties add 1.5%.

Are groceries taxed in Florida?

No, most groceries are exempt from sales tax in Florida. Unprepared food for home consumption, including fruits, vegetables, grains, meat, dairy products, and bakery goods, is not taxed. However, prepared foods, candy, and soft drinks are generally taxable.

Is clothing taxed in Florida?

Yes, clothing and footwear are generally subject to Florida's sales tax. However, Florida periodically holds sales tax holidays (often for back-to-school shopping) where clothing, shoes, and school supplies under certain price thresholds are temporarily exempt.

Are prescription drugs taxed in Florida?

No, prescription drugs and nonprescription drugs are exempt from sales tax in Florida. Medical equipment and most over-the-counter medical items are also exempt.

Do I pay sales tax on used cars in Florida?

Yes, Florida charges sales tax on motor vehicle purchases, whether new or used. The tax is calculated on the purchase price at the 6.000% state rate plus any applicable county surtax.

When did Florida's sales tax rate change?

Florida's sales tax has been 6.000% since 1988. The state first adopted a 3% sales tax in 1949, then increased it to 4% in 1968, 5% in 1982, and finally to the current 6.000% in 1988.

Do I pay Florida sales tax on online purchases?

Yes, online purchases delivered to Florida addresses are subject to Florida sales tax. Major online retailers typically collect the 6.000% state rate plus your county's local surtax at checkout.

Sales Tax Calculator

Florida Sales Tax
Calculator

Calculate Florida sales tax instantly for any city. Enter any amount to see the exact tax and total, including county surtaxes.

State Rate

6.000%

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Amount before tax

About Florida Sales Tax

State rate: 6.000%

Local rate in Duval County: 1.500%

Combined rate in Jacksonville: 7.500%

State Rate

6.000%

Local Tax

Yes

Max Total

8.00%

Broward County

7.000%

Standard Rate

185

City	County	Standard Rate	Special District	Population
Jacksonville	Duval	7.500%	Standard Rate	1,008,000
Miami	Miami-Dade	7.000%	Standard Rate	464
Tampa	Hillsborough	7.500%	Standard Rate	414
Orlando	Orange	6.500%	Standard Rate	329
Port St. Lucie	St. Lucie	7.000%	Standard Rate	270
St. Petersburg	Pinellas	7.000%	Standard Rate	266
Cape Coral	Lee	6.500%	Standard Rate	243
Hialeah	Miami-Dade	7.000%	Standard Rate	220
Tallahassee	Leon	7.500%	Standard Rate	205
Fort Lauderdale	Broward	7.000%	Standard Rate	185
Pembroke Pines	Broward	7.000%	Standard Rate	171
Hollywood	Broward	7.000%	Standard Rate	159
Gainesville	Alachua	7.500%	Standard Rate	148
Palm Bay	Brevard	7.000%	Standard Rate	146
Miramar	Broward	7.000%	Standard Rate	140
Coral Springs	Broward	7.000%	Standard Rate	135
West Palm Beach	Palm Beach	7.000%	Standard Rate	128
Lakeland	Polk	7.000%	Standard Rate	128
Clearwater	Pinellas	7.000%	Standard Rate	117
Pompano Beach	Broward	7.000%	Standard Rate	115
Palm Coast	Flagler	7.000%	Standard Rate	110
Miami Gardens	Miami-Dade	7.000%	Standard Rate	110
Davie	Broward	7.000%	Standard Rate	109
Fort Myers	Lee	6.500%	Standard Rate	104
Boca Raton	Palm Beach	7.000%	Standard Rate	101
Deltona	Volusia	6.500%	Standard Rate	100
Plantation	Broward	7.000%	Standard Rate	100
North Port	Sarasota	7.000%	Standard Rate	98
Sunrise	Broward	7.000%	Standard Rate	97
Daytona Beach	Volusia	6.500%	Standard Rate	89

Note: Florida's combined rates include the 6.000% state rate plus county surtaxes. Rates shown are current as of 2025.

How to Calculate Sales Tax in Florida

Sales Tax Calculation

Florida

Example: Television Purchase in Miami-Dade County

Determine the purchase price

Purchase price (before tax) $500.00

Multiply by the tax rate

$500.00 × 7% (0.07)

6% state + 1% Miami-Dade County

Sales tax $35.00

Add to the original price

$500.00 + $35.00

TOTAL AMOUNT DUE $535.00

Thank you for your purchase

Reverse Calculation

Know the total? Divide by 1.07 (for Miami-Dade) to find the pre-tax price. Example: $107.00 ÷ 1.07 = $100.00

What's Taxed?

Taxable: Clothing, electronics, furniture, retail goods

Exempt: Groceries, prescription drugs, medical items

Special Florida Sales Tax Rules

County Discretionary Sales Surtaxes

Florida law allows counties to impose discretionary sales surtaxes on top of the 6.000% state rate. These surtaxes fund infrastructure, schools, and other county services.

Surtax Rates: County surtaxes range from 0.5% to 2%, with most counties charging between 1% and 1.5%.

Examples: Miami-Dade (1%), Orange County/Orlando (0.5%), Duval County/Jacksonville (1.5%), Hillsborough County/Tampa (1.5%)

Combined Rates

Total sales tax rates in Florida range from 6% (state only, rare) to 8% in counties with the maximum 2% surtax.

Tax-Exempt Items

Florida exempts numerous categories from sales tax

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Food & Groceries: Unprepared food items for home consumption (prepared foods are taxable)
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Prescription Drugs: Prescription and nonprescription medications, medical equipment
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Baby Products: Diapers, baby clothes, cribs, car seats (added 2023)
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Oral Hygiene: Toothpaste, toothbrushes, dental floss (added 2023)
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Sales Tax Holidays: Periodic exemptions for clothing, school supplies, disaster preparedness items

How Florida Compares to Neighboring States

Here's how Florida's sales tax stacks up against nearby states

6.000%

Georgia

4.00%

+ up to 5%
local tax

Florida

6.000%

+ up to 2% county tax

#15 of 50 states

Alabama

4.00%

+ up to 7.5%
local tax

Florida's 6.000% state rate is higher than neighboring states, but combined rates are competitive due to lower county surtaxes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Florida Sales Tax Rate History

Florida's state sales tax has been 6.000% since 1988. Here's how the rate has evolved since its adoption:

Effective Date	Rate	Change	Notes
1988	6.00%	▲ +1.00%	Current rate established (37 years at 6%)
1982	5.00%	▲ +1.00%	Increased to 5%
1968	4.00%	▲ +1.00%	Increased to 4%
1949	3.00%	—	Sales tax first enacted in Florida

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Disclaimer: This calculator provides estimates based on current Florida sales tax rates as of January 2025. Tax rates are subject to change by state legislation and county discretionary surtaxes. For official tax rates and specific guidance on your situation, please consult the Florida Department of Revenue or a qualified tax professional.

Not Legal or Tax Advice: The information provided on this page is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal or tax advice. Always verify current rates before making large purchases or business decisions.

Sources: Florida Department of Revenue, Florida Statutes Chapter 212 (Tax on Sales, Use, and Other Transactions), County Discretionary Sales Surtax Database

Last updated: October 10, 2025