Work · Income tax
Income Tax on $20,000 in Alabama
A $20,000 income in Alabama owes about $1,200 in 2026 income tax (6.0% effective), leaving $18,800 after income tax.
| Income | $20,000 |
| Federal income tax | -$390 |
| Alabama income tax | -$810 |
| After income tax | $18,800 |
FAQ
How much income tax on $20,000 in Alabama?
For 2026, a single filer with $20,000 of income owes about $1,200 in income tax - $390 federal and $810 to Alabama. That is an effective income-tax rate of 6.0%.
What is left after income tax?
About $18,800 after federal and state income tax. This is before Social Security and Medicare - see the take-home pay page for your full net paycheck.