How much does a compensation make in Alabama?
$57,710a year
Median yearly pay for compensations in Alabama. That is $27.75 an hour or $4,809 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.75
- Vs. national median
- -26%
- Rank among states
- 47 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 1,000
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $51,390Median: $57,710Highest 10%: $98,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $51,390 | $24.71 | |
| 25th | $51,480 | $24.75 | |
| Median | $57,710 | $27.75 | |
| 75th | $77,250 | $37.14 | |
| 90th | $98,100 | $47.16 |
Cities in Alabama
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Birmingham, AL | $77,880 |
| Huntsville, AL | $76,920 |
| Mobile, AL | $62,570 |
| Montgomery, AL | $59,560 |
| Columbus, GA | $52,250 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for compensations.
| 44. South Carolina | $63,450 |
| 45. Louisiana | $62,700 |
| 46. Arkansas | $61,280 |
| 47. Alabama | $57,710 |
| 48. Utah | $52,090 |
| 49. Mississippi | $51,670 |
| 50. West Virginia | $48,080 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a compensation make an hour in Alabama?
The median hourly pay in Alabama is $27.75 ($57,710 a year).
Do compensations make more in Alabama than the national average?
No: $57,710 against $78,210 nationally, 26% less.
Where does Alabama rank for compensation pay?
Alabama ranks 47 of 50 states.
Which city in Alabama pays compensations the most?
Birmingham, AL, with a median of $77,880 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.