Florida Tax Guide
Florida state tax rates and rules for income, sales, property, gas, cigarette and other taxes that impact residents.
Florida tax: Overview
Florida is often considered a top destination for retirees, but adults of all ages can enjoy the fact that Florida is one of nine states that doesn't have a state personal income tax. Florida property rates are relatively low compared to the national average and a Florida tax relief bill passed last year allows Floridians to enjoy many items tax-free.
In the News: Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a $1.07 billion Florida sales tax relief bill into law on May 7. As Kiplinger reported, the legislation defines 2024 sales tax holidays and provides several tax cuts for businesses and families, including a one-year property tax exemption on home insurance premiums.
For more information see New Florida Tax Relief Package: What's In it for You?
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Also, tax bills in Florida have gotten so high that more than 66% of Floridian voters passed a ballot measure aimed at increasing their property tax break. Amendment 5 would tie the state’s homestead exemption to the annual national inflation rate.
For more information see, Florida: Your Property Tax Break Could Get Slightly Bigger in 2025.
[Data for this state tax guide was gathered from several sources including the U.S. Census Bureau, the state’s government website, the Sales Tax Handbook, and the Tax Foundation. Property taxes are cited as a rate percentage rather than the assessed value.]
Florida income tax
Florida is one of the nine states with no income tax. You won't pay state tax on wages, retirement income or investment income.
Florida sales tax
Florida has a 6% statewide sales tax. Localities can add as much as 2%, and the average combined rate is 7.002%, according to the Tax Foundation.
- Groceries are tax-exempt.
- Prescription drugs are tax-exempt.
- Diapers are tax-exempt.
- Some feminine products are tax-exempt.
How much is Florida property tax?
In Florida, the average effective property tax rate is 0.82%.
Florida Property Tax Breaks for Retirees
Additional Homestead Exemption: Florida residents ages 65 and older who meet certain criteria can receive an extra homestead exemption from some city and county governments.
Homeowners must apply to receive an additional homestead exemption.
(Note: Income limitations for the additional homestead exemption are adjusted annually.)
In the News: A new tax reform proposal in Florida is causing heated debate. The proposed bill, sponsored by state House Rep. Ryan Chamberlin, seeks to study whether the Sunshine State can eliminate property taxes.
For more information see Will Property Taxes Be Eliminated in Florida?
Florida gas tax
Florida taxes gasoline at $0.26 per gallon.
Florida taxes on alcohol and tobacco
Cigarettes | $1.34 per pack |
Cigars | tax-exempt |
Other tobacco products | 85% of wholesale price |
Beer | $0.48 per gallon |
Wine | $2.25 per gallon |
Wine (sparkling) | $3.50 per gallon |
Liquor | $6.50 per gallon |
Florida estate and inheritance taxes
Florida is one of the states with no estate or inheritance taxes.
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Katelyn has more than 6 years of experience working in tax and finance. While she specialized in tax content while working at Kiplinger from 2023 to 2024, Katelyn has also written for digital publications on topics including insurance, retirement, and financial planning and had financial advice commissioned by national print publications. She believes knowledge is the key to success and enjoys providing content that educates and informs.
- Kelley R. TaylorSenior Tax Editor, Kiplinger.com
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