Florida Sales Tax Calculator 2026 – Rate 6.98% (State 6.00%)
Calculate sales tax in Florida instantly. The Florida state sales tax rate is 6.00%; with the average local (city and county) rate of 0.98% added, the typical combined rate is 6.98% (2026 figures). Enter a price below to see the tax and total.
Florida Sales Tax Calculator
State rate 6.00% + average local 0.98% = 6.98%
Rates from Tax Foundation 2026 data. Your exact city or county rate may differ – use the custom rate box with the rate on a local receipt.
Florida sales tax rate in 2026
The statewide rate is 6.00%. Local governments add an average of 0.98%, for an average combined rate of 6.98%. Florida has no state income tax, so sales tax is one of its main revenue sources; counties add a discretionary surtax of up to about 2%.
How to calculate Florida sales tax
Sales tax = price × (rate ÷ 100). On a $100 purchase at the 6.98% average combined rate, the tax is $6.98 and the total is $106.98. To find the pre-tax price from a total, divide the total by (1 + rate ÷ 100).
Florida sales tax examples
| Price | State tax (6.00%) | Avg. combined tax (6.98%) | Total (combined) |
|---|---|---|---|
| $10 | $0.60 | $0.70 | $10.70 |
| $25 | $1.50 | $1.75 | $26.75 |
| $50 | $3.00 | $3.49 | $53.49 |
| $100 | $6.00 | $6.98 | $106.98 |
| $250 | $15.00 | $17.45 | $267.45 |
| $500 | $30.00 | $34.90 | $534.90 |
| $1,000 | $60.00 | $69.80 | $1,069.80 |
| $5,000 | $300.00 | $349.00 | $5,349.00 |
What is exempt from sales tax in Florida?
Most groceries and prescription medicines are exempt. Rules change, so confirm with the Florida Department of Revenue before relying on an exemption.
Frequently asked questions
Do I pay Florida sales tax on online orders? Yes – retailers that ship to Florida generally must collect tax at the rate for your delivery address. Is there sales tax on cars in Florida? Vehicle purchases are taxed, often under separate rules and rates; use our auto loan calculator to include it in your payment. Need another state? Use the all-states sales tax calculator.
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