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Alabama tax guide

A seeded subnational profile for Alabama, built on the schema from the world-class expansion plan.

Country

United States

Tax year

2026

Authority

Alabama Department of Revenue

Overview

Alabama has low property taxes but high combined sales taxes. Business privilege tax is separate from corporate income tax.

Business privilege tax applies separately from corporate income tax.Combined sales tax rates often above 9 percent.PTET election available.

Individual income tax

Alabama's progressive individual income tax tops at 5 percent on income above $3,000.

Type: progressive

Business tax

Alabama corporate income tax at 6.5 percent plus business privilege tax.

Reference rate: 6.5%

Sales or indirect tax

Economic nexus applies for remote sellers.

Base rate: 4%

Local rates add 1 to 7 percent; combined rates often above 9 percent.

Deadlines and forms

April 15 for individuals; corporate returns follow federal due dates.

Official authority

Visit Alabama Department of Revenue

Primary sources

Important disclaimer

This library is for general tax education only. Always verify filing obligations, due dates, and tax consequences against the cited primary source or with a qualified tax professional.