What Florida does and doesn't tax
Florida does not tax wages, salaries, tips, interest, dividends, pensions or Social Security, and it has no state income tax withholding. The Florida Constitution prohibits a state tax on the income of individuals.
Federal income tax still applies in full — the 2026 federal brackets run from 10% to 37% — and Social Security (6.2%) and Medicare (1.45%) come out of every paycheck. If you earn wages in a state that taxes income, for example by commuting across a border, that state can tax the wages earned there.
Income tax you avoid at common incomes
What a single filer would owe Alabama, the nearby state with the highest tax at $75,000, compared with $0 in Florida:
| Income | Florida | Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| $30,000 | $0 | $1,175 |
| $50,000 | $0 | $2,069 |
| $75,000 | $0 | $3,127 |
| $100,000 | $0 | $4,102 |
| $150,000 | $0 | $6,023 |
| $250,000 | $0 | $9,695 |
Florida compared with nearby states
At $75,000 (single), Florida ranks 43 (tied with 8 others) of 51 for state income tax, where 1 is the highest; 9 jurisdictions charge nothing at this income.
| State | Tax on $75,000 | Effective rate | Top rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida | $0 | 0% | none |
| Georgia | $2,994 | 3.99% | 4.99% |
| Alabama | $3,127 | 4.17% | 5% |
More about taxes in Florida
- Florida taxes corporate income at 5.5% but has no tax on individuals' wages, interest or dividends.
Frequently asked questions
Does Florida have a state income tax?
No. The Florida Constitution prohibits a state tax on the income of individuals. Wages, salaries, interest, dividends and retirement income are not taxed by the state.
How much does living in Florida save on income tax?
On $75,000 of income, a single filer pays $0 to Florida; 9 of 51 jurisdictions charge nothing at that income. Nearby, Alabama would charge about $3,127.
Do I still pay federal income tax in Florida?
Yes. Federal income tax, Social Security and Medicare apply in every state. Florida residents who earn wages in a state that does tax income can also owe that state tax on those wages.
What other taxes do Florida residents pay?
Florida taxes corporate income at 5.5% but has no tax on individuals' wages, interest or dividends.
Estimates only — not tax advice. Florida figures: Tax Foundation, State Individual Income Tax Rates and Brackets, 2026 (as of Jan. 1, 2026). Checked October 2026. Your return may include income, deductions and credits this estimate leaves out.