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Alabama executor fee calculator
Alabama allows a personal representative reasonable pay of no more than 2.5% of the value of all property received and under the representative's control, plus 2.5% of all disbursements (Ala. Code § 43-2-848).
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Source: Ala. Code § 43-2-848. This doesn't include extra pay for extraordinary work, or anything a will or written agreement sets instead.
General information, not legal advice. Statutes change, and courts apply them to the facts of each estate. Check with the probate court or a probate attorney before you rely on a figure or a date.
Alabama executor fee rates
| Part of the estate | Rate |
|---|---|
| Property received and controlled | Up to 2.5% |
| Disbursements | Up to 2.5% |
Source: Ala. Code § 43-2-848.
What the fee is based on
The value of all property received and under the possession and control of the personal representative, and all disbursements (Ala. Code § 43-2-848(a)).
Worked example
- Property received and under the representative's control: $300,000
- Disbursements: $300,000
| 2.5% of property received | $7,500 |
| 2.5% of disbursements | $7,500 |
| Total | $15,000 |
What can change the amount
- The court can add reasonable pay for extraordinary work (§ 43-2-848(b)).
- The person who died, or all affected beneficiaries, can agree in writing on a different amount (§ 43-2-848(d)).
Common questions
How much does an executor get paid in Alabama?
Alabama allows a personal representative reasonable pay of no more than 2.5% of the value of all property received and under the representative's control, plus 2.5% of all disbursements (Ala. Code § 43-2-848).
What is the executor fee on the example estate in Alabama?
The Alabama formula gives $15,000 for the usual executor duties (maximum allowed). Extra work, a clause in the will or a court order can change it.
Which assets count toward the executor fee in Alabama?
The value of all property received and under the possession and control of the personal representative, and all disbursements (Ala. Code § 43-2-848(a)).
Can a Alabama executor get more or less than the formula?
The court can add reasonable pay for extraordinary work (§ 43-2-848(b)).
What else changes executor pay in Alabama?
The person who died, or all affected beneficiaries, can agree in writing on a different amount (§ 43-2-848(d)).
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Sources
- Ala. Code § 43-2-848 — Alabama Legislature (ALISON)
We last checked the statute text against the official publishers in August 2026.