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Create accurate paystubs for Alabama employees with Progressive 5% state income tax, plus all applicable deductions automatically calculated.

Alabama Tax Overview (2026)

5%
Progressive Income Tax Rate
Federal Income Tax
10% – 37%
Social Security
6.20%
Medicare
1.45%
State Income Tax
5%
Minimum Wage
$7.25/hr

All Taxes & Deductions on a Alabama Paystub

Deduction Rate Type Notes
Federal Income Tax 10% – 37% Federal Progressive brackets based on income and filing status
Social Security (OASDI) 6.20% Federal Up to $168,600 wage base (2024)
Medicare (HI) 1.45% Federal No wage base limit; +0.9% Additional Medicare Tax over $200K
Alabama State Income Tax 5% State Progressive rate • Std deduction: $2,500
Birmingham Occupational Tax 1% Local Birmingham workers
Various City Occupational Taxes 1%-2% Local Workers in certain cities

Alabama Income Tax Brackets (2026)

Tax Rate Income Range (Single Filer)
2% $0 – $500
4% $500 – $3,000
5% $3,000 and above

* Brackets shown for single filers. Married/joint filers may have different thresholds.

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About Alabama Payroll

Alabama is one of the few states that allows a full deduction for federal income taxes paid on the state return. Many cities impose their own occupational taxes.

Alabama uses a progressive income tax system with a top rate of 5%. Combined with federal taxes and FICA, Alabama workers typically see 5 separate deductions on their paystubs. Our generator handles all of these calculations automatically.

Paystub Requirements

Alabama does not have a specific statute requiring itemized pay stubs.

Pay Frequency Rules

Employers must pay employees at least semi-monthly.

Alabama Paystub FAQ

What taxes and deductions appear on a Alabama paystub?

A typical Alabama paystub includes 5 deductions: Federal Income Tax (10%-37%), Social Security (6.2%), Medicare (1.45%), Alabama State Income Tax (5%). Our generator calculates all of these automatically.

What is the Alabama state income tax rate?

Alabama has a progressive income tax with rates ranging from 2% to 5%. The rate used for your paystub depends on your income level and filing status. Visit the Alabama Department of Revenue for exact rates.

Does Alabama have local income taxes?

Yes, some jurisdictions in Alabama impose local income or occupational taxes: Birmingham Occupational Tax (1%) applies to Birmingham workers. Various City Occupational Taxes (1%-2%) applies to Workers in certain cities. These may appear as additional deductions on your paystub depending on your work location.

What is the minimum wage in Alabama?

The current minimum wage in Alabama is $7.25 per hour. Our paystub generator supports any hourly rate or annual salary amount. Some cities and counties may have higher local minimum wage requirements.

Is this Alabama paystub generator free?

Yes! You can generate a free Alabama paystub with a SAMPLE watermark at no cost and no signup required. To remove the watermark for professional use, paid plans start at just $5.99.

What information do I need to create a Alabama paystub?

You'll need: company name and address, employee name, pay rate (hourly or salary), pay frequency, and the pay period date. Our form also supports optional fields like hire date, EIN, SSN (last 4 digits), additional earnings, and custom deductions.

Alabama Minimum Wage

$7.25
per hour (2026)

Quick Facts

  • Income Tax: 5% (Progressive)
  • Social Security: 6.2% (employee share)
  • Medicare: 1.45% (employee share)
  • Std Deduction: $2,500 (single)
  • Personal Exemption: $1,500
  • Total Deductions: 5 line items

Did You Know?

Alabama is one of the few states that allows a full deduction for federal income taxes paid on the state return. Many cities impose their own occupational taxes.

Official Resources

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