Free Florida Car Sales Tax Calculator
Work out the Florida car sales tax on a new or used car. Florida charges sales tax (6%) plus county surtax on the first $5,000. Your trade-in lowers the taxable price.
Florida car sales tax rules
- Tax type: Sales tax (6%) plus county surtax on the first $5,000
- Rate used in the calculator: 6%
- Local taxes: The county surtax, based on where you register the car, applies only to the first $5,000 of the price.
- Trade-in credit: Yes, when the trade-in is part of the same deal with a registered dealer.
- Manufacturer rebates: Not confirmed by the state source; the calculator taxes the price before the rebate, the more cautious choice.
- Also note: Dealer fees such as prep, delivery and closing fees are taxable; state title and registration fees are not.
Tax on common car prices in Florida
| Price | Tax | Tax with $5,000 trade-in | Price + tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| $10,000 | $649.00 | $349.00 | $10,649.00 |
| $20,000 | $1,249.00 | $949.00 | $21,249.00 |
| $30,000 | $1,849.00 | $1,549.00 | $31,849.00 |
| $40,000 | $2,449.00 | $2,149.00 | $42,449.00 |
| $50,000 | $3,049.00 | $2,749.00 | $53,049.00 |
Other costs when you buy a car
On top of the tax, expect title, registration and plate fees, and a dealer documentation fee. Check whether the car fits your budget with the car affordability calculator, or compare with a lease.
Frequently asked questions
How much is sales tax on a car in Florida?
Florida charges sales tax (6%) plus county surtax on the first $5,000. Your trade-in lowers the taxable price.
How much tax will I pay on a $30,000 car in Florida?
About $1,849.00 at 6%, or $1,549.00 with a $5,000 trade-in. Title, registration and plate fees are extra.
Does a trade-in reduce car sales tax in Florida?
Yes, when the trade-in is part of the same deal with a registered dealer.
Do local taxes apply to cars in Florida?
The county surtax, based on where you register the car, applies only to the first $5,000 of the price.
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