Florida Nanny Tax Calculator
Estimate your total employer costs for hiring a nanny in Florida. Enter your nanny's pay below for a personalized tax breakdown.
Florida employer tax rates at a glance
Social Security
6.2%
employer share
Medicare
1.45%
employer share
FUTA
0.6%
on first $7,000
FL SUTA
0.1% - 5.4%
2026 range across employers
Key facts for Florida household employers
- Minimum wage: $15.00/hour (compare nationwide)
- No state income tax, simpler payroll
- Just pay into the state unemployment fund
- One of the easier states for household employers
Florida nanny tax FAQ
How does the calculator estimate Florida nanny taxes?
It adds up everything you owe as the employer in Florida, on top of your nanny's wages.
- Federal FICA: 15.3% combined, split between you and your nanny
- Federal FUTA: 0.6% effective on the first $7,000
- Florida SUTA: 0.1% - 5.4%
Florida has no state income tax, disability or paid family leave programs affecting household payroll, which keeps this simpler than in many other states. Figures are 2026 rates and use the 2026 FICA threshold of $3,000.
Does Florida require state income tax withholding from a nanny's paycheck?
No. Florida has no state income tax, so there is nothing to withhold and no state return for your nanny to file.
- You still owe the federal baseline: FICA, FUTA and Schedule H
- Florida unemployment insurance still applies on the employer side
What's the minimum hourly rate I can pay a nanny in Florida?
At least $15.00 an hour for a nanny in Florida.
- That is Florida's own minimum wage, above the federal $7.25 floor
- Some cities and counties may set a higher floor, so check your locality before you set a rate
- Overtime is 1.5x pay for hours over 40 in a week, under the FLSA
- Live-in nannies are exempt from FLSA overtime, but not from minimum wage
Does Florida add disability or paid family leave premiums?
No. Florida does not require state disability insurance or paid family leave for household employees.
- Your obligations are the federal baseline: FICA, FUTA and Schedule H
- Florida state unemployment insurance still applies on the employer side
Why does my Florida nanny's net pay differ from the calculator total?
Because they answer different questions. The calculator's employer total is what leaves your account; net pay is what lands in your Florida nanny's.
- Federal FICA: 6.2% Social Security plus 1.45% Medicare, so 7.65% off the top
- Any federal income tax your nanny chose to have withheld
Your own share, the employer FICA match plus FUTA and SUTA, sits on top of gross pay rather than coming out of it.
This calculator provides estimates for informational purposes only. Actual tax obligations may vary. Always verify current rates with your state's tax agency or consult a qualified tax professional.
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