Florida Sales Tax Calculator 2026
Florida's sales tax structure combines a base state rate of 6% with county-level discretionary sales surtaxes, leading to total rates as high as 8% in some jurisdictions. Unlike states with income tax, Florida relies heavily on sales and use tax to fund public services. Our calculator stays current with the Florida Department of Revenue guidelines, ensuring accurate calculations for businesses and consumers across the Sunshine State.
Florida Sales Tax Structure (2026)
Florida has no state income tax and relies on sales tax. The statewide rate is 6%. Counties may impose an additional discretionary surtax (up to 1.5% in some areas).
- State rate: 6%
- County discretionary surtax: 0% to 1.5% (varies by county)
- Typical combined rate: 6% to 7.5%
Florida Tax Specifics: What You Need to Know
Florida has unique tax rules that differ significantly from other states:
- Commercial Real Estate Rentals: Florida is one of the few states that imposes a sales tax on the total rent paid for occupying commercial real property (though the rate was recently reduced).
- Tax-Free Groceries: Most common grocery items and prescription medicines are exempt from Florida sales tax.
- The $5,000 Bracket Rule: For many county surtaxes, the tax only applies to the first $5,000 of the sales price on certain items (like vehicles or large equipment), which is a critical calculation for high-ticket sales.
Sales Tax Rates for Major Florida Areas
Use city/county pages for the most accurate combined rate and a full breakdown.
| Area | Example combined rate | Calculator |
|---|---|---|
| Miami (Miami-Dade) | 7% | Miami Sales Tax Calculator |
| Orlando (Orange County) | 6.5% | — |
| Tampa (Hillsborough) | 7.5% | — |
Florida Sales Tax Holidays (2026)
Florida runs sales tax holidays (e.g. back-to-school, disaster preparedness) when certain items may be exempt. Dates and eligible products change each year. Check the Florida Department of Revenue for the current year's dates and eligible items before large purchases.
Economic Nexus for Florida Sellers
As of July 1, 2021, Florida enforced Economic Nexus laws. Remote sellers and marketplace facilitators with more than $100,000 in annual sales to Florida customers are required to register, collect, and remit sales tax. Navigating Florida's "bracket system" for rounding tax can be tricky, which is why using an automated tool is essential for compliance.
How to Find Your Exact Florida Sales Tax Rate
Combined rates vary by county and sometimes by address. Use the calculator above with your known county surtax, or look up your rate by address/ZIP on the Florida Department of Revenue (Sales and Use Tax). For city-level tools, use our Miami Sales Tax Calculator or browse Florida tax calculators.