Alabama
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Federal Workforce in Alabama
Total Workforce
2,296,326
Federal Workforce
40,692
Probationary Federal Workforce
3,577
Sources: OPM.gov (Mar. '24); Census.gov (Dec '24); BLS.gov (Feb. '24)
Federal Funding & State Revenue
Historically, federal dollars have accounted for about a quarter to a third of state revenue. The COVID-19 Pandemic increased those numbers. Approximately 36.67% of the State's 2019 budget came from federal funding, and 43.08% of 2022's budget.
Sources: Pew Trusts; Census.gov; NBER.gov
Summary of State Dots
| Action | Alabama Stories |
|---|---|
| Defense | 6 |
| Economy & Employment | 14 |
| Education | 4 |
| Emergency Services, Public Safety & Law Enforcement | 5 |
| Energy | 10 |
| Food & Agriculture | 17 |
| Housing | 2 |
| Humanities & the Arts | 1 |
| Infrastructure | 9 |
| International Development | 3 |
| Natural Resources, Environment & Public Lands | 18 |
| Overarching | 18 |
| Public Health & Healthcare | 23 |
| Research & Academic Research | 6 |
| Social Services | 21 |
| Total | 157 |
Sources: theimpactproject.org
Last Updated: 4/20/2025
DOGE Data Summary
According to DOGE data, 26 contracts, 31 grants and 15 leases have been terminated in Alabama.
Source: https://doge.gov/savings
Top Federal Occupations in Alabama
This table provides a snapshot of federal occupations in this state. Click here for descriptions of these occupations.
Probationary employees include those employed by a federal agency for a year or less by March, 2024. For some agencies, the probationary period last longer (2-3yrs). In most cases, the probationary period restarts when a worker is promoted.
| Occupation | Total Employees | Probationary Employees |
|---|---|---|
| GENERAL ENGINEERING | 2876 | 160 |
| MISCELLANEOUS ADMINISTRATION AND PROGRAM | 1993 | 134 |
| LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT | 1899 | 106 |
| INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT | 1811 | 160 |
| CONTRACTING | 1771 | 89 |
| NURSE | 1650 | 239 |
| MANAGEMENT AND PROGRAM ANALYSIS | 1645 | 80 |
| AEROSPACE ENGINEERING | 1263 | 84 |
| SOCIAL INSURANCE ADMINISTRATION | 839 | 12 |
| MEDICAL SUPPORT ASSISTANCE | 831 | 179 |
Sources: OPM.gov (2024)
Top Federal Employers in State
| State | Agency | Non-probationary | Probationary | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AL | Department Of The Army | 15856 | 1169 | 17025 |
| AL | Department Of Veterans Affairs | 6956 | 1211 | 8167 |
| AL | Department Of Defense | 3844 | 431 | 4275 |
| AL | Social Security Administration | 2348 | 179 | 2527 |
| AL | National Aeronautics And Space Administration | 2149 | 188 | 2337 |
Sources: OPM.gov
Impacted Funding for Food Programs
This summarizes cuts from only a few of the food-related programs impacted by funding changes since January 2025.
The LFS program awards money to states to buy local foods for schools and childcare institutions, and the LFPA program provides funding for state, tribal and territorial governments to buy food produced within the state or within 400 miles of delivery destinations. Both programs have been cancelled.
| State, Tribe, or Territory | Local Food for Schools (FY25) | Local Food Purchase Cooperative Agreement (FY25) |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $10,466,483 | $5,633,744 |
Source: https://www.usaspending.gov/
Top 5 Counties with Federal Workers
| County | Federal Employees |
|---|---|
| Madison County | 19551 |
| Jefferson County | 8673 |
| Montgomery County | 6501 |
| Calhoun County | 3411 |
| Dale County | 2951 |
Sources: BLS.gov
Potentially Impacted Federal Programs
In Alabama, several federally supported social programs play a vital role in assisting residents. These programs collectively form a crucial safety net for many Alabamians, addressing needs related to healthcare, nutrition, financial support, and assistance for individuals with disabilities. Examples include:
- Medicaid
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
- Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
- Community Services Block Grant (CSBG)
- Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
- Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program
- Elderly Nutrition Program (ENP)
Some of these programs have already been impacted, and others may be impacted in the future.
State Map
- Rural Counties
- Indigenous Lands
- Majority Non-White
- Poverty Rate >= 20%
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- Statewide Impact
- Location-Specific
Future Analysis
Check back for deeper dives into this data, including consideration of these questions:
- How do these changes impact local and state economies?
- How are local and state governments, NGOs, and businesses responding to federal changes? What gaps are they filling, and what gaps remain?
- How is federal government change evolving over time?
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“Alabama has taken pride in reducing our unemployment rates; seems like our president is reversing this trend...This [cuts to local Social Security Offices] is devastating, an absolute shock...Social Security benefits and claims will be delayed. People with disabilities will be on permanent hold and caregivers left with few options to provide for loved ones' unique needs”. - Anonymous