Florida Income Taxes

Florida
"The Sunshine State"

Since Florida does not collect an income tax on individuals, you are not required to file a FL state income tax return. However, you may need to prepare and e-file a federal tax return or a return for another state.

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Florida Tax Facts, Information

Below, find Florida tax information and contacts that may be helpful in understanding your tax situation and spending. Since Florida does not have income tax, a Florida state income tax return does not exist.

FL Tax Type

Description

Florida Income Tax Code

Florida does not have an income tax code.

Sales Tax

The state of Florida has a 6% sales tax. Counties impose additional local sales taxes, ranging from 0.25%-1.5%. This would result in a sales tax of up to 7.5%.

Sales Tax Holiday
Generally, January 1 - January 14 and June 1 - September 1.

The following may be exempt from FL sales tax during this time:

School supplies with sales price $50 or more
Clothing, footwear, and certain accessories with sales price $100 or more
Personal computers: $1,500 or more.

Tax Fact

United States and Florida flags are exempt from sales tax in Florida.

Marriage Penalty

FL does not have a marriage tax penalty since there is no income tax.

Retirement

See Florida's rank with retirees.

Florida State Tax Agency Contacts

For mailing addresses and other contact information, contact the FL Department of Revenue.

Florida Unemployment Benefits

Unemployment benefits are not subject to income taxes in Florida.

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