Sales tax calculator · 2026
The Florida (FL) state sales tax rate is 6.00%. Local jurisdictions can add up to 2.50%, making the maximum combined rate 8.50%. The exact rate depends on the city or county of purchase. Florida's Discretionary Sales Surtax is set by county — rates range from 0% (Collier, Lee) to 1.5% (Hillsborough, Duval, Escambia)
State rate: 6% · max combined: 8.50%
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Sales tax is a consumption tax imposed on the sale of goods and certain services. In Florida, the state rate is 6.00%. Counties and cities may add additional local sales taxes of up to 2.50%, making the total rate in some areas as high as 8.50%.
Sales Tax Formula
Tax Amount = Purchase Price × (6% ÷ 100)
Total Price = Purchase Price + Tax Amount
With local tax: Total Price = Purchase Price × (1 + 0.085)
Example Calculation
A $100 purchase in Florida:
Sales tax = $100 × 6% = $6.00
Total = $106.00
Florida's local surtax is levied at the county level, not the city level. Your rate depends on which county you are in. Collier and Lee counties have no surtax.
| City | Combined rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Miami | 7.00% | Miami-Dade County (1% surtax) |
| Jacksonville | 7.50% | Duval County (1.5% surtax) |
| Tampa | 7.50% | Hillsborough County (1.5% surtax) |
| Fort Lauderdale | 7.00% | Broward County (1% surtax) |
| Orlando | 6.50% | Orange County (0.5% surtax) |
| St. Petersburg | 7.00% | Pinellas County (1% surtax) |
| Clearwater | 7.00% | Pinellas County (1% surtax) |
| Tallahassee | 7.50% | Leon County (1.5% surtax) |
| Pensacola | 7.50% | Escambia County (1.5% surtax) |
| Gainesville | 7.00% | Alachua County (1% surtax) |
| Palm Beach | 7.00% | Palm Beach County (1% surtax) |
| Fort Myers | 6.00% | Lee County (no surtax) |
| Naples | 6.00% | Collier County (no surtax) |
| Daytona Beach | 6.50% | Volusia County (0.5% surtax) |
| Cape Coral | 6.00% | Lee County (no surtax) |
Rates as of 2026. Always verify with the Florida Department of Revenue before filing.
Most tangible personal property is subject to sales tax in Florida. Services may or may not be taxable — Florida, like most states, exempts most services.Common exemptions and special rates include groceries, prescription drugs, and clothing (rules vary by state).
Out-of-state sellers may need to collect Florida sales tax if they have economic nexus in the state. Most states now require remote sellers with over $100,000 in sales or 200 transactions to register and collect sales tax (South Dakota v. Wayfair, 2018). If you sell products to FL customers, check whether you need to register with the Florida Department of Revenue.
The FL state sales tax rate is 6.00% as of 2026. Local jurisdictions may add up to 2.50%, so your actual rate depends on where the purchase is made. The combined maximum rate in Florida is 8.50%.
If you have physical presence (store, office, warehouse) in Florida, you must collect sales tax. If you sell online to FL customers and exceed economic nexus thresholds (typically $100K in sales or 200 transactions), you must also collect. Register with the Florida Department of Revenue for a sales tax permit.
Florida generally does not tax services, though there are exceptions such as. Examples include telecommunications, cable TV, and fabricated product labor. Check with a tax professional for your specific service.
Multiply the purchase price by 6% (state rate). For example, a $100 purchase = $6.00 tax, total $106.00. In Florida, you may need to add local taxes depending on the city or county of sale. Use our calculator above for any amount.
Florida's local surtax is levied at the county level, not the city level. Your rate depends on which county you are in. Collier and Lee counties have no surtax.