Florida Sales Tax Calculator 2026 — 6% Rate

Florida Sales Tax Rate: State vs Combined

The Florida state sales tax rate is 6%. However, most shoppers pay more than the state rate because counties and cities add their own local taxes on top. The average combined rate across all jurisdictions in Florida is 7.02%, according to Tax Foundation 2026 data. This means a $100 purchase could cost between $106.00 (state only) and more in high-tax localities.

What Is and Isn't Taxed in Florida

Florida exempts most unprepared grocery items (bread, milk, eggs, produce, raw meats) from state sales tax, but prepared food, candy, and soft drinks ARE taxed at the full combined rate. Clothing is NOT permanently exempt in Florida — it is taxed at the standard rate year-round, except during the annual Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday. Prescription drugs, most OTC medications, and medical equipment are exempt.

Florida Sales Tax Holidays

Florida runs a Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday (clothing/shoes/supplies) each July–August and a Disaster Preparedness Holiday in spring. During a sales tax holiday, qualifying items are sold without collecting state sales tax — and sometimes local sales tax too. Check the Florida Department of Revenue website for exact dates, eligible items, and price limits each year.

How to Calculate Florida Sales Tax

To calculate Florida sales tax: multiply the purchase price by the applicable rate. For the state rate only: price × 6% = tax. For the combined rate: use 7.02% for an average estimate, or enter the exact local rate from your receipt or the Florida Department of Revenue website. Example: a $200 purchase at the 7.02% combined rate = $14.04 in tax = $214.04 total.

Tips for Accurate Sales Tax Calculations

Always confirm the exact local rate for your specific city or county — the combined average (7.02%) is a statewide mean and may differ from your actual checkout rate. Large purchases like vehicles, appliances, or electronics are where the difference between state-only and combined rates matters most. Keep receipts that show the tax rate used; this helps verify correct tax was charged and supports any refund claims for exempt purchases. If you are making a business purchase, check whether your state offers a sales tax exemption certificate to avoid paying tax on resale items.

Florida County Discretionary Sales Surtax & the $5,000 Cap

Per the Florida Department of Revenue (floridarevenue.com), all 67 Florida counties have the option to add a discretionary sales surtax (0.5%–2.5%) on top of the 6% state rate. As of 2026, rates by county range from 6.0% (no surtax) to 8.5% (the highest). The unique Florida rule: the county surtax applies only to the FIRST $5,000 of a single item — for big-ticket purchases like cars, boats, or appliances over $5,000, only the 6% state rate applies above that threshold. Example: a $20,000 car in a 7% county = 7% on $5,000 ($350) + 6% on $15,000 ($900) = $1,250 total instead of $1,400. Florida also has no state income tax, making sales tax the main revenue source. Updated 2026-07-13.

Florida Sales Tax Calculator: City-by-City Worked Examples

This FL sales tax calculator returns the rate per the FL DOR Discretionary Sales Surtax table. Miami (Miami-Dade): $500 electronics × 7.0% = $35.00 → $535.00. Orlando (Orange): $500 × 6.5% = $32.50 → $532.50. Tampa (Hillsborough): $500 × 7.5% = $37.50 → $537.50. Jacksonville (Duval): $500 × 7.5% = $37.50. Fort Lauderdale (Broward): $500 × 7.0% = $35.00. Big-ticket $20,000 car in Miami-Dade (7%): 7% on first $5,000 = $350 + 6% on next $15,000 = $900 → $1,250 total (not $1,400). $50,000 boat: 7% × $5,000 + 6% × $45,000 = $350 + $2,700 = $3,050. Restaurant meal $80 in Orlando: 6.5% = $5.20 → $85.20. Grocery $150: $0 sales tax (state and local exempt for unprepared food). Last updated: 2026-07-13.

Florida 2026 Sales Tax Holidays: Back-to-School, Disaster Prep & Freedom Summer

Florida runs the most sales tax holidays of any US state. Confirmed recurring 2026 holidays per the Florida DOR Sales Tax Holidays page: Back-to-School (typically late July to early August) exempts clothing under $100, school supplies under $50, learning aids under $30, and personal computers/tablets under $1,500. Disaster Preparedness (mid-May to early June, and August) exempts hurricane supplies including flashlights under $40, generators under $3,000, tarps under $100, and pet supplies. Freedom Summer (June–August) exempts outdoor recreation and youth-activity items. Tool Time (Labor Day week) exempts specific hand tools under $50 and power tools under $300. To model savings during a holiday window, enter the eligible item's price into the calculator above and set the rate to 0%. Confirm exact 2026 dates on the DOR page — Florida publishes them 60 days in advance.