What is the sales tax rate in Fort Myers, Florida?

The combined sales tax rate in Fort Myers, Florida is 6.500% as of 2026. This includes the Florida state rate of 6.000% plus local jurisdiction taxes.

How is the Fort Myers sales tax calculated?

Multiply your purchase amount by 6.500% (or 0.00650) to get the tax owed. For example, a $100 purchase incurs $6.50 in sales tax.

What is the Florida state sales tax rate?

The base Florida state sales tax rate is 6.000%. Local jurisdictions may add additional taxes on top of this rate.

Does Fort Myers have a county sales tax?

Fort Myers imposes an additional county-level sales tax of 0.500% on top of the state rate.

When was the Fort Myers sales tax rate last updated?

The Fort Myers sales tax rate was last verified on March 27, 2026. We cross-reference all rates against the official State Department of Revenue data.

Live Data: April 2026

Fort Myers, FL Sales Tax Rate 2026

The combined sales tax rate in Fort Myers, Florida is 6.500%.

Combined Rate 6.500%

State6.000% County0.500%

Fort Myers Sales Tax Breakdown

Jurisdiction	Rate
Florida State Sales Tax	6.000%
County Sales Tax	0.500%
Total Combined Rate	6.500%

Which County Is Fort Myers In?

Fort Myers falls within Lee, Florida. Lee imposes a 0.700% county-level sales tax in addition to the Florida state base rate.

Fort Myers ZIP Codes

The following ZIP codes are mapped to Fort Myers for sales tax purposes. All listed codes apply the 6.500% combined rate.

33901 33905 33907 33908 33912 33913 33916 33919 33966 33967 33965

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Business Nexus in Florida

Economic Nexus Threshold

Selling into Florida from out of state? Once you exceed $100,000 in annual sales or 200 transactions, you must register and collect Florida sales tax.

FAQ: Fort Myers Sales Tax

The combined sales tax rate in Fort Myers, Florida is 6.500% as of 2026.

Multiply your purchase price by 6.500% to find the tax owed. A $500 purchase would include $32.50 in sales tax.

Groceries are generally taxable in Florida. Check the official Department of Revenue for specific exemptions.

Vehicle purchases in Fort Myers are subject to the 6.500% combined rate, though some states apply different rules for vehicle sales. Verify with the Florida Department of Revenue or DMV.

Register for a sales tax permit through the official Florida Department of Revenue website. Registration is typically free and required before collecting any sales tax.

Sales Tax Calculator

Using 6.500% rate for Fort Myers, FL

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Official Tax Authority

Florida Department of Revenue

Filing Deadline: Returns due the 1st; delinquent after the 20th of the month following the collection period. File via DR-15 or Florida e-Services.

Visit Official Portal (850) 488-6800