Florida Sales Tax Calculator
Calculate Florida sales tax on purchases. The state rate is 6%. Many counties add a discretionary surtax of up to 2.5%. Enter your county surtax rate to get the combined total.
How to use this tool
- Enter purchase price (before tax) and county discretionary surtax in the fields above.
- Results update instantly as you type — or click Calculate.
- Read your total price (with tax) and the full breakdown beneath it.
⚠ This tool provides general estimates for education only and is not financial, tax or legal advice. Figures may not reflect your situation — verify with a qualified professional.
Formula
Combined Rate = 6% (state) + County Surtax %
Tax Amount = Purchase Price × Combined Rate / 100
Total Price = Purchase Price + Tax Amount
How it works
Florida imposes a 6% state sales tax on most retail sales of tangible personal property and certain services. In addition, Florida counties may levy a discretionary sales surtax (also called a local option tax) ranging from 0.5% to 2.5% depending on the county.
The surtax applies to the first $5,000 of the sales price on single items; amounts above $5,000 on a single item are only subject to the 6% state tax. This calculator uses the simple combined-rate method which is accurate for most purchases under $5,000.
Worked example
Buying a $100 item in a county with 1% surtax
- State tax = $100 × 6% = $6.00
- County surtax = $100 × 1% = $1.00
- Total sales tax = $6.00 + $1.00 = $7.00
- Total price = $100 + $7.00 = $107.00
Total price is $107.00, with $7.00 in combined sales tax (7% effective rate).
Common mistakes to avoid
- Using only the 6% state rate without adding the county discretionary surtax, which applies in most Florida counties and can add up to 2.5% to the combined rate.
- Applying the combined rate to the total transaction including tip at restaurants — Florida sales tax applies to the food and beverage price, not to gratuity.
- Assuming all goods are taxable — Florida exempts many necessities including most groceries, prescription drugs, and some medical equipment from state sales tax.
Key terms
- What is Florida's state sales tax rate?
- Florida's state sales tax rate is 6% on most taxable goods and services.
- What is the Florida county surtax?
- Florida counties may levy a discretionary surtax (local option tax) of up to 2.5%. Each county sets its own rate. Common rates are 0.5%, 1%, or 1.5%. Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach have different rates, so check your county.
- Does the county surtax apply to the full purchase price?
- For single-item purchases, the county surtax only applies to the first $5,000. For items priced above $5,000, only the 6% state tax applies on the portion above $5,000.
- What goods are exempt from Florida sales tax?
- Groceries (most food for home preparation), prescription medicines, and certain medical equipment are exempt from Florida sales tax. Florida also holds periodic tax holidays (e.g., back-to-school, hurricane supplies) during which specific items are temporarily exempt.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the base Florida state sales tax rate?
- Florida's state sales tax rate is 6%. Most counties also impose a discretionary surtax (typically 0.5% to 1.5%, up to a maximum of 2.5%), making the most common combined rate 7-7.5%.
- Are groceries taxable in Florida?
- Most unprepared food items sold for home consumption are exempt from Florida sales tax. However, prepared food, candy, alcoholic beverages, and soft drinks are generally taxable.
- How do I find my county's surtax rate?
- The Florida Department of Revenue publishes an updated county discretionary surtax chart. The surtax rate varies by county and changes periodically based on county voter referenda.