Alabama paycheck calculator 2026 rates
Your estimated take-home pay
$1,841.58 per paycheck
$47,881 per year · $3,990.08 per month · paid every two weeks (biweekly)
| Per paycheck | Per year | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross pay | $2,307.69 | $60,000.00 |
| Federal income tax | −$193.08 | −$5,020.00 |
| Social Security (6.2%) | −$143.08 | −$3,720.00 |
| Medicare (1.45%) | −$33.46 | −$870.00 |
| Alabama state income tax | −$96.50 | −$2,509.00 |
| Take-home pay | $1,841.58 | $47,881.00 |
- Federal tax bracket: 12%
- Total tax rate (effective): 20.2%
- State taxable income: $50,980
Estimate for tax year 2026 using the standard deduction. Your employer's withholding can differ slightly. How we calculate.
Alabama paycheck taxes at a glance (2026)
| Tax | Rate | Who pays |
|---|---|---|
| Federal income tax | 10% – 37% after the $16,100 standard deduction (single) | Employee |
| Social Security | 6.2% up to $184,500 | Employee (employer pays another 6.2%) |
| Medicare | 1.45% (+0.9% over $200,000) | Employee (employer pays another 1.45%) |
| Alabama income tax | 2% – 5% | Employee |
| Local income tax | Varies by city or county | Employee |
Alabama lets you deduct the federal income tax you pay. The standard deduction falls from $3,000 to $2,500 (single) as income rises from $26,000 to $35,500.
How your Alabama paycheck is calculated
- Gross pay: your salary divided by pay periods, or hourly rate × hours (overtime at 1.5× for hours over 40 a week).
- Pre-tax deductions: 401(k) and pre-tax health insurance lower your taxable wages.
- Federal income tax: the 2026 IRS brackets after the standard deduction.
- FICA: Social Security 6.2% and Medicare 1.45%.
- Alabama tax: applied to your wages after Alabama's own deductions (standard deduction $3,000 single) (personal exemption $1,500 single).
- Net pay = gross pay − taxes − deductions.
Example: $60,000 salary in Alabama
A single filer paid every two weeks (26 paychecks), with no pre-tax deductions:
| Item | Per paycheck | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Gross pay | $2,307.69 | $60,000.00 |
| Federal income tax | −$193.08 | −$5,020.00 |
| Social Security (6.2%) | −$143.08 | −$3,720.00 |
| Medicare (1.45%) | −$33.46 | −$870.00 |
| Alabama state income tax | −$96.50 | −$2,509.00 |
| Take-home pay | $1,841.58 | $47,881.00 |
That is about 79.8% of gross pay, with $2,509 going to Alabama income tax.
What to know about Alabama taxes
Alabama's top 5% rate starts at only $3,000 of taxable income, so most workers pay 5% on most of their pay. Unlike almost every other state, Alabama lets you deduct the federal income tax you pay, which lowers your state tax. Some cities and counties charge an occupational tax on wages earned there (Birmingham and Bessemer 1%, Gadsden 2%); enter it in the "Local income tax" box.
Alabama minimum wage
The Alabama minimum wage is $7.25 an hour (federal minimum; Alabama has no state minimum wage). At 40 hours a week, a minimum-wage worker earns about $15,080 a year before taxes.
Alabama salary after taxes (2026)
Estimated take-home pay for a single filer paid biweekly, with no pre-tax deductions.
| Salary | Total taxes | Take-home per year | Per paycheck |
|---|---|---|---|
| $30,000 | $4,890 | $25,110 | $965.79 |
| $50,000 | $9,714 | $40,286 | $1,549.46 |
| $60,000 | $12,119 | $47,881 | $1,841.58 |
| $75,000 | $16,534 | $58,466 | $2,248.69 |
| $100,000 | $24,922 | $75,079 | $2,887.63 |
| $150,000 | $42,232 | $107,768 | $4,144.91 |
Alabama hourly wage after taxes
40 hours a week, single filer, paid weekly.
| Hourly wage | Gross per week | Take-home per week | Take-home per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $15.00 | $600.00 | $500.36 | $26,019 |
| $20.00 | $800.00 | $652.04 | $33,906 |
| $25.00 | $1,000.00 | $803.94 | $41,805 |
| $30.00 | $1,200.00 | $955.84 | $49,704 |
| $40.00 | $1,600.00 | $1,229.13 | $63,915 |
Compare Alabama with nearby states
Take-home pay on a $60,000 salary (single, biweekly):
| State | Take-home per year | Difference vs Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $47,881 | — |
| Mississippi | $48,722 | +$841 |
| Tennessee | $50,390 | +$2,509 |
| Georgia | $48,145 | +$264 |
| Florida | $50,390 | +$2,509 |
Sources
- IRS: Rev. Proc. 2025-32 (2026 brackets and standard deduction)
- Social Security Administration: 2026 wage base
- Alabama official 2026 tax source (www.revenue.alabama.gov): income tax rates, deductions and withholding rules
- U.S. Department of Labor and the Alabama labor department: minimum wage and overtime rules
Frequently asked questions
Does Alabama have a state income tax?
Yes. Alabama taxes income at rates from 2% to 5% in 2026. Alabama lets you deduct the federal income tax you pay. The standard deduction falls from $3,000 to $2,500 (single) as income rises from $26,000 to $35,500.
How much is $60,000 a year after taxes in Alabama?
A single filer earning $60,000 in Alabama takes home about $47,881 a year, or $1,841.58 per biweekly paycheck, after federal tax, Social Security, Medicare and Alabama state tax.
How much is $25 an hour after taxes in Alabama?
At $25 an hour and 40 hours a week, a single filer in Alabama takes home about $803.94 a week, or $41,805 a year.
What percentage of my paycheck goes to taxes in Alabama?
For a single filer earning $60,000, about 20.2% of gross pay goes to taxes in Alabama. Higher earners pay a larger share because of the progressive federal brackets.
Does Alabama have local income taxes?
Yes, some Alabama cities or counties tax wages. Enter your local rate under "More options" in the calculator.
What is the minimum wage in Alabama?
The Alabama minimum wage is $7.25 an hour (federal minimum; Alabama has no state minimum wage).
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