Florida Sales Tax Calculator
Calculate Florida sales tax including state and local rates. Florida has a 6% state sales tax with additional local surcharges in some areas.
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Understanding Florida Sales Tax
Florida has a statewide sales tax rate of 6%, with additional local surcharges in some counties. The state offers various exemptions for essential goods and services.
Florida Sales Tax Rates
| Location | State Tax | Local Tax | Total Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Most Counties | 6% | 0% | 6% |
| Miami-Dade County | 6% | 1% | 7% |
| Broward County | 6% | 1% | 7% |
| Palm Beach County | 6% | 1% | 7% |
| Monroe County (Keys) | 6% | 1% | 7% |
Tax-Exempt Items in Florida
Food and Groceries
- Food for home consumption
- Bottled water
- Prepared food under $15
- Not restaurant meals
Medical and Health
- Prescription drugs
- Medical equipment
- Hearing aids
- Prosthetic devices
Additional Exemptions
Agriculture
Farm equipment
Livestock feed
Fertilizers
Education
Textbooks
School supplies
Tuition (sometimes)
Other
Newspapers
Burial items
Coins/collectibles
Local Surcharges
Several Florida counties impose additional local surcharges to fund specific projects or services. These are in addition to the 6% state sales tax.
Counties with Local Surcharges
Miami-Dade County
1% surcharge for transportation
Broward County
1% surcharge for transit
Palm Beach County
1% surcharge for infrastructure
Monroe County
1% surcharge for Keys transportation
Florida vs. Other States
| State | State Rate | Local Max | Combined Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida | 6% | 1% | 7% |
| California | 6% | 2.5% | 8.5% |
| Texas | 6.25% | 2% | 8.25% |
| New York | 4% | 4.875% | 8.875% |
Key Takeaways
- Florida has a 6% state sales tax rate
- Some counties add 1% local surcharges (Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, Monroe)
- Maximum combined rate is 7%
- Groceries and prescription drugs are tax-exempt
- Florida is considered tax-friendly compared to many states
- No sales tax on services (unlike some states)
- Local surcharges fund transportation and infrastructure
- Tax rates can vary by location within counties