Florida Sales Tax Calculator 2026 — 6% Rate
Calculate Florida sales tax on any purchase instantly. The state sales tax rate is 6%, and the average combined rate (state + local) is 6.98%. Enter your purchase amount to see state tax, local tax, and the total amount due — all calculated privately in your browser.
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 6.98%, according to Tax Foundation, State and Local Sales Tax Rates 2026. 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 6.98% 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 6.98% combined rate = $13.96 in tax = $213.96 total.
Tips for Accurate Sales Tax Calculations
Always confirm the exact local rate for your specific city or county — the combined average (6.98%) 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the sales tax rate in Florida?
The Florida state sales tax rate is 6%. Counties may add a discretionary surtax of 0.5–2.5%, so the combined rate is 6.0–8.5% depending on county. The Tax Foundation 2026 average is 6.98%. (Source: Florida Department of Revenue.)
Does Florida tax groceries?
Florida exempts most unprepared groceries (bread, milk, eggs, produce, raw meats) from sales tax. Prepared food, candy, soft drinks, and dietary supplements ARE taxed at the full combined rate. Restaurant meals are always taxed.
Is clothing taxed in Florida?
Yes — Florida does NOT have a permanent clothing exemption. Clothing is taxed at the standard combined rate year-round. The only exception is the annual Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday (usually 2 weeks in late July/early August) where clothing under $100, school supplies under $50, and computers under $1,500 are tax-free.
What is the combined sales tax rate in Florida?
The combined (state + county) sales tax rate in Florida ranges from 6.0% (no county surtax) to 8.5% (highest county surtax). The Tax Foundation 2026 statewide average is 6.98%. Major county rates: Miami-Dade 7%, Broward 7%, Orange (Orlando) 6.5%, Hillsborough (Tampa) 7.5%, Pinellas 7%.
How do I calculate sales tax in Florida?
Multiply the purchase price by the rate. For state tax only: price × 0.06. For combined rate: price × your county rate (look up at floridarevenue.com). Example: $50 in Miami-Dade × 0.07 = $3.50 tax, total $53.50. For items over $5,000, the county surtax applies only to the first $5,000 — only state 6% applies above.
Is this Florida sales tax calculator free?
Yes — 100% free, no sign-up, no data leaves your browser. Use it for as many purchases as you want, share the link with friends, and bookmark for future receipts.
Does Florida charge sales tax on cars?
Yes — vehicles in Florida are taxed at 6% state rate PLUS county discretionary surtax, but the surtax only applies to the first $5,000 of the purchase price. So a $30,000 car in a 1% surtax county = $1,800 state + $50 county = $1,850 total tax. Trade-in value IS deducted from the taxable price before calculating.
What Florida sales tax holidays run in 2026?
Florida runs multiple recurring holidays: Back-to-School (late July / early August) — clothing under $100, school supplies under $50, computers under $1,500; Disaster Preparedness (mid-May to early June, and again in August) — flashlights, generators, tarps, pet supplies; Freedom Summer (June to August) — outdoor recreation and youth-activity items; Tool Time (Labor Day week) — hand tools under $50, power tools under $300. Confirm exact 2026 dates on floridarevenue.com/salestaxholiday — Florida publishes them 60 days in advance.
How do I use this Florida sales tax calculator during a tax holiday?
During an active sales tax holiday, set the rate to 0% for eligible items (clothing under $100 in Back-to-School, generators under $3,000 in Disaster Prep, etc.) to model the actual out-the-door price. Items above the threshold (a $150 pair of shoes during Back-to-School) are taxed at the full county rate on the entire price — the exemption doesn't split at the threshold. The county surtax $5,000 cap still applies to big-ticket items outside of any holiday.