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Updated for 2026 tax year

Alabama Salary Calculator

Free Alabama (AL) salary calculator with 2026 state and federal tax rates. Estimates are for planning — not tax advice.

Income
Tax Information
Estimated Net Pay
$1,592.27
per bi-weekly paycheck

Paycheck Breakdown

  • Gross Pay$1,892.31
  • Federal Income Tax$143.23
  • Alabama State Tax$84.42
  • Social Security (6.2%)$58.66
  • Medicare (1.45%)$13.72
  • Net Pay$1,592.27
Annual Gross
$49,200.00
Effective Tax Rate
15.86%

Alabama Paycheck & Tax Overview

Alabama taxes wages with low progressive brackets topping at 5%, plus a standard deduction that varies by filing status. The Alabama minimum wage is $7.25/hour as of 2026 (verify with your state labor department for the latest rate). Workers in Birmingham, Montgomery, Mobile, and elsewhere in Alabama use this Alabama salary calculator with 2026 tax tables — Alabama uses a progressive income tax with rates from 2% to 5%.

Alabama State Income Tax Brackets — 2026

Taxable income (annual)Rate
$0 – $5002.00%
$500 – $3,0004.00%
$3,000 and above5.00%

Example: Alabama paycheck for $49,200/year salary

Single filer, biweekly pay — estimated $1,892 gross per check, about $1,592 take-home after federal ($143), state ($84), and FICA ($72). Enter your own numbers in the calculator for a personalized result.

Official tax sources

We align calculations with IRS Publication 15-T and state revenue guidance. Verify rules on official sites:

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Alabama Paycheck Calculator FAQ

Does Alabama have state income tax on paychecks?

Yes. Alabama uses a progressive income tax with rates from 2% to 5%. Our calculator applies the official 2026 brackets, standard deductions, and personal exemptions for accurate withholding estimates.

How much tax is taken out of a $49,200/year salary paycheck in Alabama?

For a single filer paid biweekly, estimated biweekly gross is about $1,892 with net take-home around $1,592 (federal ~$143, state ~$84, FICA ~$72). Your actual check varies with W-4, benefits, and local taxes.

How is Alabama paycheck tax different from other states?

Alabama taxes wages with low progressive brackets topping at 5%, plus a standard deduction that varies by filing status. Our 2026 calculator applies progressive state tax up to 5% for Alabama workers.

What is the Alabama minimum wage for 2026?

Alabama's reference minimum wage on this page is $7.25/hour. Minimum wage affects gross pay; net pay depends on withholding and deductions in the calculator above.

How does Alabama salary convert to biweekly net pay?

Divide annual salary by 26 for biweekly gross, then subtract federal, state, and FICA withholding. The example on this page uses $49,200/year as a Alabama-specific scenario.

Is this Alabama calculator updated for 2026?

Yes. We update Alabama brackets, flat rates, SDI, and federal tables each tax year. Last reviewed for the 2026 tax year. Estimates only — not tax advice.