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Alabama Income Tax Calculator 2026 — Federal + State Combined

Top 5% rate. Lowest property taxes. Very affordable. Huntsville is a growing tech city.

Progressive state income tax (top rate 5%)

Note: Birmingham and other cities add 1% occupational tax

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Federal + Alabama Combined Tax — 2026

Includes federal income tax, Alabama state tax, and FICA (Social Security 6.2% + Medicare 1.45%).

Gross Income Federal Tax AL State Tax FICA Take-Home Eff. Rate
$50,000 $3,820 $2,310 $3,825 $40,045 19.9%
$75,000 $7,670 $3,560 $5,738 $58,032 22.6%
$100,000 $13,170 $4,810 $7,650 $74,370 25.6%
$150,000 $24,734 $7,310 $11,475 $106,481 29.0%

Alabama State Income Tax Brackets (2026)

Progressive brackets — higher income is taxed at higher rates on each incremental dollar. Standard deduction: $3,000.

Income Range Rate
$0 – $500 2%
$500 – $3,000 4%
$3,000 – and above 5%

Other Taxes in Alabama (2026)

State Sales Tax
4%
Local taxes may apply
Avg. Property Tax
0.40%
% of home assessed value
Cost of Living
88
Index (100 = US average)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Alabama income tax rate for 2026?

Alabama has progressive state income tax brackets in 2026, with a top rate of 5.0%. At $75,000 gross income, state tax is approximately $3,560 (4.7% effective state rate).

What is total (federal + state) take-home on $100,000 in Alabama?

On $100,000 in Alabama (2026): Federal income tax ≈ $13,170, Alabama state tax ≈ $4,810, FICA (SS + Medicare) ≈ $7,650. Total taxes: $25,630. Take-home: $74,370 (25.6% combined effective rate).

Does Alabama have sales tax?

Alabama's state sales tax rate is 4%. Local jurisdictions (cities and counties) may add additional taxes, so the combined rate you pay may be higher.

How does Alabama compare globally?

See how your take-home pay in Alabama compares to other countries like the UK, Germany, Canada, Singapore, and Australia.

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Updated for 2026 tax year