Florida Sales Tax Calculator
Print| Combined Tax Rate | 7.00% |
| Sales Tax Amount | $0.00 |
Florida imposes a statewide baseline sales tax rate of 6.0% on retail sales of tangible personal property, admissions, and certain services. In addition to the state rate, Florida counties levy a Discretionary Sales Surtax ranging from 0.5% to 1.5%, bringing the total combined sales tax rate in Florida counties to between 6.0% and 7.5%.
Our free Florida Sales Tax Calculator computes your total sales tax amount and final purchase price based on official Florida Department of Revenue county surtax rates.
How to Calculate Florida Sales Tax
Florida sales tax is calculated by combining Florida’s 6.0% state baseline tax with the local county discretionary surtax rate and multiplying by the taxable sale amount.
The Florida Sales Tax Formula:
Total Combined Sales Tax Rate = FL State Base Rate (6.0%) + Local County Discretionary Surtax Rate
Sales Tax Dollar Amount = Taxable Purchase Price × Total Combined Sales Tax Rate
Final Total Cost = Taxable Purchase Price + Sales Tax Dollar Amount
The $5,000 Discretionary Surtax Cap Rule:
Florida enforces a unique surtax cap for large single purchases (such as vehicles, boats, or machinery):
The local county discretionary surtax applies only to the FIRST $5,000 of a single item purchase. The 6.0% state tax applies to the entire amount.
Sales Tax Rates in Major Florida Counties
Combined sales tax rates vary by county across Florida:
| County Name (Major Cities) | FL State Base Tax Rate | County Discretionary Surtax | Total Combined Sales Tax Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami-Dade County (Miami) | 6.00% | +1.00% | 7.00% |
| Broward County (Fort Lauderdale) | 6.00% | +1.00% | 7.00% |
| Hillsborough County (Tampa) | 6.00% | +1.50% | 7.50% |
| Orange County (Orlando) | 6.00% | +0.50% | 6.50% |
| Palm Beach County (West Palm Beach) | 6.00% | +1.00% | 7.00% |
Step-by-Step Calculation Example
A buyer purchases a $7,000.00 boat motor in Hillsborough County, FL (6.0% State + 1.5% Surtax = 7.5% Total):
- Purchase Price: $7,000.00
- FL State Tax Rate (6.0% on full $7,000):
$7,000 × 0.060 = $420.00 - County Surtax Rate (1.5% capped at first $5,000):
$5,000 × 0.015 = $75.00
Step 1: Compute Total Sales Tax Amount
Total Florida Sales Tax = $420.00 (State) + $75.00 (Surtax) = $495.00
Step 2: Compute Final Total Purchase Cost
Final Total Cost = $7,000.00 + $495.00 = $7,495.00
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What items are exempt from Florida sales tax?
In Florida, grocery food items, prescription medicines, medical supplies, and select agricultural equipment are exempt from sales tax. Prepared restaurant meals, alcohol, and commercial leases remain taxable.
Does Florida have a state individual income tax?
No. Florida is one of nine US states with no state individual income tax, deriving state government revenue primarily from sales tax, tourist bed taxes, and corporate taxes.
What is Florida’s Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday?
Florida enacts annual sales tax holidays during which specific qualifying items—such as clothing under $100, school supplies under $50, and personal computers under $1,500—are completely exempt from state and local sales tax.