Is clothing taxed in Florida?
Quick answer
Yes. Clothing is fully taxable in Florida at the combined state and local rate.
Clothing is taxable outside the state's periodic back-to-school holiday.
Rule summary
How Florida treats each category.
| Everyday clothing and footwear | Taxable at the combined rate (6.5%–7.5%) |
|---|---|
| Accessories, jewelry, handbags | Taxable in nearly every state, including exemption states |
| Sports and protective equipment | Taxable — treated as equipment, not clothing |
| Sales tax holiday | Back-to-school and disaster-preparedness holidays are enacted annually by the legislature. |
Source: Florida Department of Revenue · rates as published for 2026
This page summarizes the general rule. Every state writes exceptions for specific products, and local jurisdictions can differ from the state treatment. Confirm your situation with the Florida Department of Revenue or a tax professional before relying on it for filing.
Combined rates in Florida
What a taxable purchase actually costs in Florida.
Frequently asked
Answers pulled from the same rule set.
- Is clothing taxed in Florida?
- Yes. Clothing is fully taxable in Florida at the combined state and local rate.
- Are shoes taxed in Florida?
- Yes, footwear is taxed at the same combined rate as other clothing.
More Florida guides
Other Florida rules that change the total.