Alabama Paycheck Calculator
Estimate your 2026 take-home pay in Alabama after federal income tax, Social Security, Medicare and state income tax from 2% to 5%.
Uses 2026 IRS brackets (Rev. Proc. 2025-32), the 2026 Social Security wage base and Alabama's 2026 tax table. Last reviewed October 4, 2026. Sources · Methodology
Alabama income tax in 2026
Alabama has state income tax from 2% to 5% across 3 brackets. The state standard deduction is $3,000 for single filers and $8,500 for married couples filing jointly. A personal exemption of $1,500 per filer ($3,000 for a couple) also reduces taxable income.
| Rate | Single: taxable income over | Married filing jointly: taxable income over |
|---|---|---|
| 2% | $0 | $0 |
| 4% | $500 | $1,000 |
| 5% | $3,000 | $6,000 |
Rules this estimate applies for Alabama
- The standard deduction falls by $25 (single) or $175 (joint) for each $500 of income above about $25,500, down to a minimum of $2,500 (single) or $5,000 (joint).
Alabama lets you deduct federal income tax paid from state taxable income. That deduction is not included here, so this estimate is somewhat higher than actual Alabama tax.
Some cities, counties or districts in Alabama charge a local income tax. Local taxes are not included in this estimate.
Take-home pay in Alabama by salary
| Salary | Federal tax | FICA | AL tax | Take-home / year | Per month |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $2,620 | $3,060 | $1,760 | $32,560 | $2,713 |
| $60,000 | $5,020 | $4,590 | $2,760 | $47,630 | $3,969 |
| $80,000 | $8,770 | $6,120 | $3,760 | $61,350 | $5,113 |
| $100,000 | $13,170 | $7,650 | $4,760 | $74,420 | $6,202 |
| $150,000 | $24,734 | $11,475 | $7,260 | $106,531 | $8,878 |
Other taxes and paycheck deductions in Alabama
| Tax | Rate | Rank among states and DC |
|---|---|---|
| State sales tax | 4% | — |
| Average local sales tax | 5.46% | — |
| Combined sales tax | 9.46% | 5 of 51 (1 = highest) |
| Effective property tax on owner-occupied homes (2024) | 0.37% | 49 of 51 (1 = highest) |
On a $400,000 home, the effective property tax rate works out to about $1,480 a year. For purchases, try the sales tax calculator; for a home, the mortgage calculator.
Compare Alabama with other states
State income tax and take-home pay on a $75,000 salary for a single filer. In Alabama the figures are $3,510 and $58,083, which ranks 44 of 51 from lowest to highest state income tax.
| State | State income tax | Take-home pay | Difference from Alabama |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida | $0 | $61,593 | +$3,510 |
| Georgia | $3,270 | $58,323 | +$240 |
| Mississippi | $2,268 | $59,325 | +$1,242 |
| Tennessee | $0 | $61,593 | +$3,510 |
| Texas | $0 | $61,593 | +$3,510 |
Federal taxes on a Alabama paycheck
Federal income tax, Social Security (6.2% up to $184,500) and Medicare (1.45%) are the same in every state. The 2026 brackets and the full method are on the main paycheck calculator page.
What this estimate leaves out
- Tax credits, itemized deductions, dependents and income other than wages.
- Local income or payroll taxes charged by some Alabama cities, counties or districts.
- A separate head of household table: Alabama figures use the single table for that status.
State income and sales tax data: Tax Foundation, State Individual Income Tax Rates and Brackets, 2026. Property tax data: Tax Foundation, Property Taxes by State and County, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Does Alabama have a state income tax?
Yes. For 2026, Alabama has state income tax from 2% to 5%, and some local governments charge their own income tax on top.
How much is $75,000 after taxes in Alabama?
A single filer earning $75,000 in Alabama keeps about $58,083 a year, or $4,840 a month, after $7,670 federal income tax, $5,738 Social Security and Medicare, and $3,510 Alabama income tax.
How much is $100,000 after taxes in Alabama for a married couple?
A married couple filing jointly with $100,000 of wages keeps about $80,190 a year in Alabama, including $4,520 of state income tax.
How high are property taxes in Alabama?
Homeowners in Alabama pay an effective property tax rate of about 0.37% of home value, which ranks 49 of 51 among states and DC (1 is the highest).
What is the sales tax in Alabama?
The Alabama state sales tax rate is 4%. With the average local rate, the combined rate is about 9.46%.
Related guides
- 2026 Federal Tax Brackets and Standard Deduction, Explained The 2026 federal income tax brackets and standard deduction for single, joint and head of household filers, with a worked example of how marginal rates apply.
- The 9 States With No Income Tax on Wages in 2026 Which nine states do not tax wages in 2026, how much that saves on a $75,000 salary, and the sales taxes those states charge instead.
Sources
- Tax Foundation: state individual income tax rates and brackets, 2026
- Tax Foundation: state and local sales tax rates, 2026
- Tax Foundation, Property Taxes by State and County, 2026
- IRS: tax inflation adjustments for tax year 2026 (Revenue Procedure 2025-32)
- Social Security Administration: contribution and benefit base
Last reviewed October 4, 2026. Results are estimates; see our methodology and disclaimer.