Alabama Paycheck Calculator 2026
State
Alabama (AL)
Tax Type
Flat Rate Tax
State Tax Rate
Flat 5.00%
Alabama State Income Tax Overview
Alabama imposes a flat state income tax rate of 5.00% on all taxable income. This means every dollar of your taxable income is taxed at the same rate, regardless of how much you earn.
How Alabama Taxes Work in 2026
Alabama levies a flat state income tax rate of 5.00% on all taxable income. A flat tax means every taxpayer pays the same percentage, regardless of income level, which simplifies tax filing. Alabama offers a standard deduction of $3,200 for single filers and $8,100 for married filing jointly. This deduction reduces your taxable income before the 5.00% rate is applied. In addition to the 5.00% state income tax, Alabama residents also pay federal income tax (10% to 37% based on income) and FICA taxes (6.2% Social Security + 1.45% Medicare).
Alabama Flat Tax Rate
Alabama applies a flat income tax rate of 5.00% on all taxable income, regardless of filing status or income level.
Standard deduction: $3,200 (single) / $8,100 (married filing jointly)