State Tax Guide

Florida State Taxes: A Simple Guide

Florida is known for having no state income tax on individuals, but there are still important state and local taxes to understand, especially sales and property taxes.

ℹ️Important: This guide is for general education only. Tax rules and rates change over time. Always verify details with official Florida sources or a tax professional.

✅No state income tax

Florida does not impose a state individual income tax on wages, salaries, or most personal income. For most individuals, that means:

💵No Florida state income tax is withheld from your paycheck

📄You generally do not file a separate Florida income tax return as an individual

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Your main income tax filing is your federal Form 1040

💼 Business note: Businesses may face separate Florida taxes (for example, corporate income tax), which are outside the scope of this individual-focused guide.

🛒Sales and use tax

Florida raises a significant amount of revenue through sales and use taxes. Key points for individuals:

📊There is a statewide sales tax rate applied to many retail sales of goods and some services

📍Local counties can add their own surtaxes on top of the state rate, so total sales tax can vary by county

🏷️Certain items may be exempt or taxed differently (for example, some groceries or medicines)

💼 Business owners: If you run a business in Florida that sells taxable goods or services, you may need to collect and remit sales tax to the state and local authorities.

🏠Property taxes

Property taxes in Florida are set and collected mainly by counties and local governments. They are based on the value of real property, such as homes and land.

🏘️County property appraisers determine the value of your property

🏡Homeowners may qualify for exemptions, such as a homestead exemption, that can reduce taxable value

🏫Property taxes help fund schools, local services, and infrastructure in your area

📍 Local details: Exact rates, exemptions, and deadlines depend on your county and local jurisdiction. Check with your local property appraiser or tax collector for details.

📋Other common Florida taxes

Floridians may also encounter other state and local taxes, such as:

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Motor Fuel Taxes

Built into the price of gasoline or diesel

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Rental Car Surcharges

Additional fees on car rental transactions

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Tourist & Hotel Taxes

Development or occupancy taxes on accommodations

These taxes typically appear as part of specific transactions rather than as separate tax returns for individuals to file.

🔗How Florida taxes fit with your federal return

As a Florida resident, your overall tax picture usually includes:

1️⃣Federal income tax (filed on Form 1040)

2️⃣Sales and use taxes on purchases in Florida

3️⃣Local property taxes if you own real estate

🎯 Getting started: If you're getting started with filing, begin with How to File Your Taxes (Super Simple) and then use this Florida guide to understand what does—and doesn't— exist at the state level.

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