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Average Wages in Alabama by Occupation (2024 BLS Data)

Median annual wages and employment by major occupation group in Alabama. Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), 2024.

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Data current as of March 2026 Sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS 2024

The median annual wage across all major occupation groups in Alabama is $52,992 as of 2024, based on BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics data. The highest-paying group is Management Occupations ($100,640 median) while Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations earns the least ($26,950 median).

Median Annual Wage by Occupation Group — Alabama

Wages by Occupation Group in Alabama (2024)

Click any column header to sort. Source: BLS OEWS 2024.

Occupation Group Median Annual
Management $100,640
Business and Financial Operations $73,390
Computer and Mathematical $98,000
Architecture and Engineering $98,480
Life, Physical, and Social Science $68,810
Community and Social Service $49,260
Legal $66,560
Educational Instruction and Library $50,200
Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media $46,780
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical $64,590
Healthcare Support $31,440
Protective Service $43,660
Food Preparation and Serving $26,950
Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance $30,490
Personal Care and Service $27,440
Sales and Related $32,400
Office and Administrative Support $39,270
Farming, Fishing, and Forestry $38,690
Construction and Extraction $47,150
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair $52,830
Production $41,440
Transportation and Material Moving $37,350

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Data source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) Program, 2024 survey. Covers all wage and salary workers, excluding self-employed. Employment counts represent jobs, not workers. Wages are in nominal (current) dollars.

Estimates only. These results are based on publicly available data and standard formulas. Actual costs may vary based on your specific circumstances. This calculator does not constitute financial, tax, or legal advice. Consult a qualified professional for advice on your situation.

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