salary$71,690 a year$34 an hour · median pay in the Tuscaloosa, AL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$49,070per year
Top pay (top 10%)$123,120per year
Jobs in the area960people work this job
Can a accountant afford Tuscaloosa?
OK. Rent of $1,248 a month takes 20.9% of the median accountant salary. That is under the 30% rule, so one paycheck covers rent comfortably.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a accountant make in Tuscaloosa, AL?
The median pay for a accountant in the Tuscaloosa, AL area is $71,690 a year ($34 an hour). Most earn between $49,070 and $123,120.
Can a accountant afford to live in Tuscaloosa?
Typical rent of $1,248 a month takes 20.9% of the median accountant salary, which we rate OK.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Tuscaloosa, AL metro area.