Alabama Paycheck Calculator
Alabama taxes income at 2%, 4% and 5% — the 5% top rate starts at just $3,000 of taxable income ($6,000 married filing jointly).
Alabama's top rate of 5% kicks in at just $3,000 of taxable income, so most Alabama workers pay the top rate on most of their pay — but the state's low thresholds are the whole story, because Alabama also lets you deduct the federal income tax you pay. Enter your gross pay above — this calculator applies the 2026 Alabama brackets, plus 2026 federal tax, Social Security (6.2% up to $184,500) and Medicare (1.45%).
Your estimated take-home pay per paycheck
Monthly: $0.00 · Annual: $0.00
| Deduction | Per paycheck |
|---|---|
| Gross pay | $0.00 |
| Federal income tax | $0.00 |
| State tax | $0.00 |
| Social Security (6.2%) | $0.00 |
| Medicare (1.45%) | $0.00 |
| Pre-tax deductions (401k + health) | $0.00 |
| Total deductions | $0.00 |
| Take-home pay | $0.00 |
Alabama income tax brackets 2026 (single filer)
| Rate | Taxable income (single filer, 2026) |
|---|---|
| 2% | $0 – $500 |
| 4% | $500 – $3,000 |
| 5% | Over $3,000 |
Married filing jointly brackets are roughly double the single thresholds. Rates apply to taxable income (after the state standard deduction or exemption). Local income taxes — New York City tax, Philadelphia wage tax, Ohio city taxes — are not included.
How much will I take home in Alabama?
It depends on your salary, pay frequency and filing status. Use the calculator above with your own numbers. As a rule of thumb, Alabama has alabama taxes income at 2%, 4% and 5% — the 5% top rate starts at just $3,000 of taxable income ($6,000 married filing jointly). — compare it with a no-tax state like Texas or Florida using the links below.
Frequently asked questions
What are the Alabama tax brackets for 2026?
For single filers: 2% to $500, 4% to $3,000 and 5% above $3,000. Married filing jointly thresholds are wider — see the table above.
What is the Alabama standard deduction for 2026?
This calculator uses a standard deduction of $3,000 for single filers and $8,500 for married filing jointly. That amount is subtracted before the brackets are applied.
Does Alabama let me deduct my federal income tax?
Yes — Alabama is one of the few states that lets you deduct the federal income tax you pay from Alabama taxable income. This calculator does not model that deduction, so your actual Alabama tax may be a little lower than shown here, especially at higher incomes.
How much will I take home in Alabama on $60,000 a year?
A single filer paid biweekly on $60,000 takes home about $1,830.00 per paycheck: $2,307.69 gross, less $193.08 federal tax, $108.08 Alabama state tax, $143.08 Social Security and $33.46 Medicare.