Florida sales tax calculator
Calculate Florida sales tax instantly and accurately with our free online tool. Whether you're preparing invoices, quotes, or checking compliance, get the exact tax amount you need to charge customers—including both state and local rates specific to your location.
- Instantly calculate combined state and local tax rates for any amount
- Determine the exact tax to add to your invoices and quotes
- Avoid compliance errors with accurate, up-to-date Florida tax calculations
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Florida sales tax rates
Understanding Florida's sales tax structure helps ensure accurate calculations for your business:
- State Sales Tax Rate: 6.00%
- Average Local Tax Rate: 1.02%
- Maximum Local Tax Rate: 2.00%
- Average Combined Rate: 7.02%
How to register for sales tax in Florida
Follow these steps to register for your sales tax permit online using the Florida Department of Revenue's DR-1 application. Florida Department of Revenue Portal.
Gather your business information
You will need your FEIN or SSN, business name, address, and a description of business activities.
Apply online via form DR-1
Visit the Florida Department of Revenue's portal and complete the Florida Business Tax Application (Form DR-1).
Receive and display your certificate
Log in and follow the prompts to complete and submit the online application for your sales tax Certificate of Authority.
Florida sales tax filing due dates
Stay compliant with these filing deadlines:
- Monthly Filing: Due by the 20th of the following month.
- Quarterly Filing: Due by the 20th of the month following quarter end.
- Annual Filing: Due by January 20th for the previous year.
Important note:
The Florida Department of Revenue assigns filing frequency based on your tax liability and will notify you of your schedule.
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FAQs about Florida sales tax
Common exemptions include most groceries, prescription medications, and medical equipment. Check the Florida Department of Revenue website for a complete list of exempt items.
Common exemptions include most groceries, prescription medications, and medical equipment. Check the Florida Department of Revenue website for a complete list of exempt items.
Yes, if you have nexus in Florida through physical presence, economic activity, or marketplace facilitator agreements, you must collect sales tax on online sales.
Yes, if you have nexus in Florida through physical presence, economic activity, or marketplace facilitator agreements, you must collect sales tax on online sales.
The Department of Revenue assigns your frequency based on your estimated tax liability when you register. You'll receive notification of your schedule, which may change based on actual collections.
The Department of Revenue assigns your frequency based on your estimated tax liability when you register. You'll receive notification of your schedule, which may change based on actual collections.
Late filing penalties start at 10% of tax due for returns up to 30 days late, increasing to 50% for returns over 180 days late. Additional interest charges also apply.
Late filing penalties start at 10% of tax due for returns up to 30 days late, increasing to 50% for returns over 180 days late. Additional interest charges also apply.
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Disclaimer
Xero does not provide accounting, tax, business or legal advice. This calculator has been provided for information purposes only. You should consult your own professional advisors for advice directly relating to your business.