Alabama Paycheck Calculator
Estimate your take-home pay in Alabama after federal taxes, state taxes, and FICA deductions.
How Alabama Income Tax Works
Alabama has a progressive state income tax system with a top marginal rate of 5.00%.
One of the unique benefits for Alabama taxpayers is that the state allows you to deduct the federal income taxes you paid from your state taxable income, which helps lower your overall state tax burden.
Using the Paycheck Calculator
- Enter Gross Pay: Type in your salary before any taxes or deductions are taken out.
- Select Frequency: Tell the calculator if the number you entered is your annual salary, a monthly paycheck, or an hourly wage.
- Review Deductions: The results will automatically estimate your federal taxes, Social Security/Medicare (FICA), and Alabama state taxes to give you your true net take-home pay.
Note: This tool provides estimations for a Single filer using standard deductions. Actual paychecks may vary based on local city taxes (like Birmingham or Montgomery occupational taxes), 401(k) contributions, and health insurance premiums.
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Alabama Income Tax Brackets (Single Filers)
Alabama applies a simple three-bracket progressive tax system to your taxable income (after standard deductions and federal tax deductions):
| Taxable Income Bracket | Tax Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 to $500 | 2.00% |
| $501 to $3,000 | 4.00% |
| Over $3,000 | 5.00% |
Local Occupational Taxes in Alabama
While the calculator above estimates state and federal taxes, many cities and counties in Alabama charge an additional occupational tax directly on wages earned within their jurisdictions.
If you work in one of these areas, your actual paycheck will be slightly lower. Common occupational tax rates include:
- Birmingham: 1.00%
- Bessemer: 1.00%
- Auburn: 1.00%
- Macon County: 1.00%
- Gadsden: 2.00%