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Alabama income tax brackets 2026
Alabama has 3 brackets from 2% to 5%. Alabama lets you deduct the federal income tax you pay, and its standard deduction shrinks as income rises. Both are built into this calculator.
| Taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $500 | 2% |
| $500 – $3,000 | 4% |
| Over $3,000 | 5% |
| Taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $1,000 | 2% |
| $1,000 – $6,000 | 4% |
| Over $6,000 | 5% |
Standard deduction: $3,000 single, $8,500 married. Personal exemption: $1,500 single, $3,000 married.
Local income taxes in Alabama
Birmingham and some other cities charge an occupational tax of about 1%. Set the local income tax field in the calculator to match where you live or work.
Sources: Tax Foundation, State Individual Income Tax Rates and Brackets, 2026; IRS Rev. Proc. 2025-32; Alabama revenue and labor department rates for 2026. Federal: 2026 brackets, $184,500 Social Security wage base. See paycheck calculators for every state.
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Frequently asked questions
How much is Alabama state income tax in 2026?
Alabama has 3 brackets from 2% to 5% for 2026. Alabama lets you deduct the federal income tax you pay, and its standard deduction shrinks as income rises. Both are built into this calculator.
What taxes come out of a Alabama paycheck?
Federal income tax, Social Security (6.2% of wages up to $184,500 in 2026) and Medicare (1.45%, plus 0.9% on wages over $200,000), Alabama income tax, and in some areas a local income tax. Pre-tax 401(k) and health insurance deductions lower your taxable pay.
Do cities in Alabama charge income tax?
Birmingham and some other cities charge an occupational tax of about 1%. Enter your local rate in the calculator to include it.
Is this Alabama paycheck calculator up to date?
Yes. It uses the 2026 federal tax brackets and standard deduction, the 2026 Social Security wage base, and the latest published Alabama tax rules. We last reviewed the Alabama numbers on 20 Oct 2026.
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