Alabama Tax Brackets 2026
Alabama state income tax rates for tax year 2026 — 3 progressive brackets from 2% to 5%, with separate thresholds for single filers and married filing jointly.
Tax year
2026
Type
Progressive
Rate range
2%–5%
Brackets
3
Alabama state tax at common incomes (2026)
| Taxable income | Single — tax | Single — effective | MFJ — tax | MFJ — effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $2,460 | 4.92% | $2,420 | 4.84% |
| $75,000 | $3,710 | 4.95% | $3,670 | 4.89% |
| $100,000 | $4,960 | 4.96% | $4,920 | 4.92% |
| $150,000 | $7,460 | 4.97% | $7,420 | 4.95% |
| $250,000 | $12,460 | 4.98% | $12,420 | 4.97% |
| $500,000 | $24,960 | 4.99% | $24,920 | 4.98% |
State income tax only. Excludes federal tax, FICA, and local/city taxes. Assumes taxable income (after deductions).
2026 brackets — Single filer
| Taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $500 | 2% |
| $500 – $3,000 | 4% |
| Over $3,000 | 5% |
2026 brackets — Married filing jointly
| Taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $1,000 | 2% |
| $1,000 – $6,000 | 4% |
| Over $6,000 | 5% |
About Alabama's 2026 rates
Alabama's income tax brackets are relatively low and narrow, meaning most taxpayers quickly reach the top 5% rate. However, Alabama is one of only three states that allow taxpayers to deduct their federal income taxes from their state taxable income, which can substantially lower the effective rate. Alabama also has a state sales tax of 4% and local property taxes. Social Security benefits are not taxed at the state level.
View 2025 Alabama tax brackets for comparison.
Frequently asked questions
What are the Alabama tax brackets for 2026?
Alabama has 3 progressive brackets for 2026, ranging from 2% on the lowest bracket up to 5% on income above $3,000 (single filer). See the full table above for every rate and threshold.
What is the top Alabama income tax rate in 2026?
5%, applied to taxable income above $3,000 for single filers ($6,000 for married filing jointly).
How much Alabama state tax on $100,000 in 2026?
A single filer with $100,000 of taxable income owes $4,960 in Alabama state income tax for 2026 — an effective rate of 4.96%. Married filing jointly with the same income owes $4,920 (4.92% effective). Federal tax is separate.
Are Alabama 2026 tax brackets the same as 2025?
Bracket thresholds may have changed for 2026 via inflation indexing or legislative action. The figures on this page are the Alabama bracket thresholds in effect for tax year 2026.
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