Finance · Birmingham, AL
Birmingham Paycheck Calculator (2026)
Calculate take-home pay in Birmingham, Alabama with 2026 federal + state + city taxes.
Birmingham tax overview: Birmingham levies a 1% occupational tax on wages earned in the city, on top of Alabama's graduated state tax.
Pre-tax deductions
Take-home pay
$2,067.75
every 2 weeks (26 pay periods/year)
$53,762 per year
Tax breakdown (annual)
Gross income
$75,000
Pre-tax 401(k)
-$3,750
Pre-tax HSA
-$0
Federal income tax
10.0% effective
-$7,516
Alabama state tax
4.7% effective
-$3,523
Social Security (6.2%)
-$4,650
Medicare (1.45%)
-$1,088
Birmingham tax (1.00%)
-$713
Net annual
$53,762
Birmingham take-home pay, explained
Living in Birmingham means your paycheck is reduced by federal income tax, FICA (Social Security + Medicare), Alabama state income tax, and a 1.00% local Birmingham city tax. The calculator above shows the full breakdown so you know exactly where your money goes each pay period.
Pre-tax 401(k) contributions reduce your federal, state, and (in most cases) local taxable income — every dollar you contribute saves you your marginal tax rate immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Birmingham have a city income tax?▾
Birmingham levies a 1% occupational tax on wages earned in the city, on top of Alabama's graduated state tax.
How much do I take home from a $75,000 salary in Birmingham?▾
Use the calculator above with your actual numbers. It factors federal income tax, Alabama state tax, FICA (7.65%), and Birmingham's 1.00% local tax so you can see your real take-home pay.
Are FICA and federal tax different in any city?▾
No — FICA (Social Security 6.2% up to $168,600 + Medicare 1.45% on all wages) and federal income tax are identical nationwide. Only state and local taxes vary by location.
What about non-residents working in Birmingham?▾
Some cities tax non-residents at a lower rate or not at all. Philadelphia, Detroit, and a few others differentiate residents vs. commuters. For the most accurate calculation, check Birmingham's revenue department or your last paycheck stub.
Should I move to a city with no local tax?▾
Not by itself. Local taxes are usually 1–4%, while cost-of-living differences (rent, groceries, transport) can swing 30–100%. Use this calculator alongside a cost-of-living comparison before deciding.