Does Florida have sales tax?
Yes. Florida sales taxes build up by a 6 percent state sales tax plus a county-specific sales tax ranging between 0% and 1.5%. As of October 2022, the average combined sales tax rate is 7.03%.
How much is sales tax in Florida?
The average combined sales tax rate, as of October 2022, is 7.03% in Florida. A 6 percent state sales tax is always applicable, and a county-specific sales tax also applies in most cases (ranging between 0% and 1.5%).
How do I calculate sales tax in Florida?
Follow the below three steps for computing the sales tax in Florida:
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Determine the purchase amount – add shipping cost if applicable.
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Check the applicable state sales tax rate and the county sales tax rate.
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Multiply the purchase amount by the sum of applicable rates.
I just realized that making a large purchase like a car - could make a difference on how much you pay if one bought it in Pinellas County (7% sales tax) vs Hillsborough County (7.5%).... Are there other costs to keep in mind when making a large purchase? Is that accurate?