Alabama paycheck taxes at a glance (2026)
| State income tax | Graduated rates from 2% to 5% |
|---|---|
| Standard deduction | None |
| Personal exemptions & credits | $1,500 single, $3,000 married; Part of your federal income tax is deductible |
| Local income taxes | Birmingham occupational tax (1%); Other Alabama city |
| Disability / paid leave deductions | None |
| Federal taxes | Income tax plus Social Security 6.2% and Medicare 1.45% |
Good to know
- State brackets: 2% on the first $500, 4% to $3,000, 5% above (doubled thresholds for married couples).
- Federal income tax withheld is deductible on the Alabama return.
- Standard deduction phases from $3,000 down to $2,500 for single filers as income rises.
- Birmingham and several other cities levy a 1% occupational tax on wages earned there.
Alabama salary after taxes (2026)
Take-home pay at common Alabama salaries. The table follows the filing status, pay frequency and deductions you enter above.
| Salary | State & local | Take-home / year | Per paycheck |
|---|---|---|---|
| $30,000 | $1,182 | $25,104 | $965.52 |
| $40,000 | $1,629 | $32,691 | $1,257.35 |
| $50,000 | $2,069 | $40,286 | $1,549.46 |
| $60,000 | $2,509 | $47,881 | $1,841.58 |
| $75,000 | $3,127 | $58,466 | $2,248.69 |
| $100,000 | $4,102 | $75,079 | $2,887.63 |
| $125,000 | $5,073 | $91,630 | $3,524.24 |
| $150,000 | $6,023 | $107,768 | $4,144.91 |
Alabama hourly paycheck examples
Weekly take-home pay for common hourly wages in Alabama. Need a yearly figure? Use the hourly to salary calculator.
| Hourly wage | Weekly gross | Weekly take-home | Yearly take-home |
|---|---|---|---|
| $15.00/hr | $600.00 | $500.21 | $26,011 |
| $18.00/hr | $720.00 | $591.28 | $30,747 |
| $20.00/hr | $800.00 | $652.04 | $33,906 |
| $25.00/hr | $1,000.00 | $803.94 | $41,805 |
| $30.00/hr | $1,200.00 | $955.84 | $49,704 |
| $40.00/hr | $1,600.00 | $1,229.13 | $63,915 |
Alabama vs. neighboring states
Take-home pay on the same pay — $75,000 a year — in Alabama and the states around it.
| State | State & local taxes | Take-home / year | Per paycheck |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida | $0 | $61,593 | $2,368.94 |
| Tennessee | $0 | $61,593 | $2,368.94 |
| Mississippi | $2,268 | $59,325 | $2,281.71 |
| Georgia | $2,994 | $58,599 | $2,253.79 |
| Alabama | $3,127 | $58,466 | $2,248.69 |
Frequently asked questions
Why is my Alabama state tax lower than 5%?
Alabama lets you subtract federal income tax and a standard deduction and personal exemption before applying its rates, and only income above $3,000 ($6,000 married) reaches the 5% bracket.
Does Birmingham have a city income tax?
Birmingham charges a 1% occupational license tax on wages earned in the city. Pick it in the local tax menu if it appears on your pay stub.
What is the Alabama income tax rate in 2026?
Alabama has graduated rates from 2% to 5%. Deductions, exemptions and credits mean your effective rate is lower than the top rate.
How much is $50,000 a year after taxes in Alabama?
A single filer earning $50,000 in Alabama takes home about $40,286 a year, or $1,549.46 every two weeks, after $3,820 federal income tax, $3,825 FICA and $2,069 in Alabama taxes.
How much is $100,000 after taxes in Alabama?
About $75,079 a year ($2,887.63 per biweekly paycheck) for a single filer with no pre-tax benefits — a total tax rate of 24.9%.
How much is $25 an hour after taxes in Alabama?
Working 40 hours a week at $25 an hour, a single filer in Alabama takes home about $803.94 a week, or $41,805 a year.
How often are the Alabama rates updated?
We verify federal and Alabama rates every January and whenever Alabama changes its law mid-year. Current figures were verified October 31, 2026 for tax year 2026.
Sources
- Alabama Department of Revenue
- IRS: 2026 inflation adjustments (Rev. Proc. 2025-32)
- IRS Publication 15-T (federal withholding methods)
- SSA: 2026 Social Security wage base ($184,500)
- Tax Foundation: 2026 State Income Tax Rates and Brackets
Rates last verified October 31, 2026 by Easy Paycheck Calculator Editorial Team. See the methodology for every formula.