Server and bartender pay in Florida
In Florida, employers must pay tipped staff at least $9.98 an hour in cash before tips. The state allows a tip credit, so that cash wage can be below the $13.00 minimum wage as long as tips make up the difference.The approximate effective state income tax on tips is 0%.
| Tipped cash minimum wage | $9.98 / hour |
|---|---|
| Standard minimum wage | $13.00 / hour |
| Tip credit allowed? | Yes |
| Approx. state income tax on tips | 0% |
What this means for your take-home
Your paycheck is the cash wage above, and your tips are on top of it. Because the cash wage is low, most of your income is tips, which makes tracking them the key to knowing your real hourly.Whatever your setup, your true hourly is your cash wage plus your net tips, divided by hours worked.
What to set aside for taxes in Florida
A rule of thumb is 20% to 30% of tips. With Florida's approximate 0% state rate on top of federal and FICA, use the tax set-aside calculator for a closer number, and read how much to save for taxes on tips.
Figures are approximate and change. Verify current wage rates with the Florida labor department and confirm taxes with a professional.
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