Florida's general state sales tax rate is 6%, and counties may add a local discretionary sales surtax. In 2026, the general combined rate is 7% in Miami-Dade County, 7% in Broward County, and 6.5% in Palm Beach County.
State tax and county surtax form the combined rate
The 6% state rate is the base. A 1% local surtax brings the general combined rate to 7% in Miami-Dade and Broward. In Palm Beach County, a 0.5% local surtax effective January 1, 2026, brings the general combined total to 6.5%.
These figures describe the general combined rates current in 2026. Certain categories, products, services, or transactions may be exempt, capped, or treated differently.
Boca Raton and Delray Beach are in Palm Beach County
Because Boca Raton and Delray Beach are located in Palm Beach County, the stated general combined rate for these cities is currently 6.5%, lower than the 7% stated for Miami-Dade and Broward.
The difference may look small, but it is a useful example of how taxes and rules can change simply by crossing a county line.
Confirm the rule that applies to the purchase
Not every purchase is taxed identically. The type of item or transaction, location, and specific rules may change the final calculation.
For a particular decision or transaction, consult current Florida Department of Revenue information or qualified tax guidance. Understanding local differences is part of learning how life works in the United States.
What to check when comparing sales tax
- Florida's 6% general state rate
- The county surtax currently in effect
- The general combined rate at the purchase location
- Whether the product or transaction is treated differently
- The effective date of the rate being reviewed
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