TaxWrenAlabama income tax at common incomes
Wages only, standard deduction, 2026. Federal + Alabama tax; Social Security and Medicare not included.
| Wages | State (single) | Total (single) | Total (married) |
|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $1,604 | $4,224 (10.6%) | $2,086 |
| $60,000 | $2,484 | $7,504 (12.5%) | $5,043 |
| $75,000 | $3,102 | $10,772 (14.4%) | $7,503 |
| $100,000 | $4,077 | $17,247 (17.2%) | $11,603 |
| $150,000 | $5,998 | $30,732 (20.5%) | $21,418 |
| $250,000 | $9,670 | $61,424 (24.6%) | $47,440 |
Alabama brackets
2% over $0 · 4% over $500 · 5% over $3,000 (single).
How Alabama taxes changed
Alabama's rates and deductions did not change for 2026. State tax on $85,000 of 1099 profit rises from $3,382 to $3,395 (+$13).
| 2025 | 2026 | |
|---|---|---|
| Top income tax rate | 5% | 5% |
| Standard deduction (single) | $3,000 | $3,000 |
| State tax on $85,000 of 1099 profit | $3,382 | $3,395 |
| Take-home on a $75,000 salary | $58,226 | $58,491 |
Each year uses that year's federal and Alabama rules, so the take-home row also reflects federal changes. Federal changes · All data updates
What this estimate simplifies
- For single taxpayers with AGI not exceeding $25,499, the standard deduction is $3,000. This standard deduction amount is reduced by $25 for every additional $500 of AGI, not to fall below $2,500. For Married Filing Joint (MFJ) taxpayers with AGI not exceeding $25,999, the standard deduction is $8,500. This standard deduction amount is reduced by $175 for every additional $500 of AGI, not to fall below $5,000. For all taxpayers with AGI of $50,000 or less and claiming a dependent, the dependent exemption is $1,000. This amount is reduced to $500 per dependent for taxpayers with AGI above $50,000 and equal to or less than $100,000. For taxpayers with more than $100,000 in AGI, the dependent exemption is $300 per dependent.
- Dependent exemption is reduced to $500 for taxpayers with AGI greater than $50,000, and is phased out completely for taxpayers with AGI greater than $100,000.
Sources: Alabama revenue department, Tax Foundation, State Individual Income Tax Rates and Brackets, IRS Rev. Proc. 2025-32. Methodology.
Alabama income tax FAQ
What is the Alabama income tax rate for 2026?
Alabama has a graduated income tax with 3 rates from 2% to 5%; the top rate starts at $3,000 of taxable income for single filers. The top rate is 5%.
How much Alabama income tax do I pay on $75,000?
About $3,102 for a single filer with $75,000 of wages in 2026, on top of $7,670 of federal income tax.
Does Alabama have local income taxes?
Some Alabama localities levy income or payroll taxes, which are not included here.