Salary Overview for Alabama
The median individual income in Alabama is $32,990 per year, while the mean (average) individual income is $42,530. The median household income is $59,609.
Cost of Living Adjusted Salary
Alabama's cost of living index is 88 (national average = 100). This means the median salary of $32,990 in Alabama has the purchasing power of approximately $37,489 at the national average cost of living. Your dollar goes further in Alabama than in most states.
Minimum Wage in Alabama
The current minimum wage in Alabama is $7.25/hour, which equals approximately $15,080 per year for a full-time worker (40 hours/week, 52 weeks). See our complete Alabama minimum wage guide for tipped wages, scheduled increases, and more.
Top Employers in Alabama
- Redstone Arsenal
- University of Alabama
- Huntsville Hospital
Major Industries in Alabama
- Aerospace & Defense
- Automotive
- Healthcare
Tax Rates in Alabama
See the full tax breakdown including income tax, sales tax, property tax, and more on our Alabama tax rates page.
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