How much does Alabama State Treasurer get paid? 2 Republicans meet in primary

**CASH, CLOUT, AND THE KEYS TO THE VAULT: The $92K Battle to Be Alabama’s Ultimate Money Man** Who’s going to be holding the bag for the Yellowhammer State? We aren't just talking about pocket change—we’re talking about the position of State Treasurer, the heavy-hitting Chief Financial Officer of Alabama. This isn’t some back-office paper-pushing gig; we’re looking at the person responsible for managing, investing, and safeguarding the state’s massive public funds. From hunting down your unclaimed property to calling the shots on the College Counts 529 and Alabama ABLE programs, this role is pure "main character energy" for the state’s economy. The prize for winning this political heavyweight bout? A cool **$92,906 a year salary** and the keys to the state’s financial future. The GOP primary is heating up for May 19, with a potential runoff scheduled for June 16. The winner of this clash moves on to the main stage on Nov. 3. *** **[READ MORE: Alabama Election 2026: The Ultimate Guide on Where to Vote, Sample Ballots, and Primaries vs. General Elections]** *** ### **The Heavyweight: Young Boozer** **The Resume:** Boozer is the incumbent powerhouse who has held the title since 2010. He’s got the receipts and the experience of a decade in the trenches. **The Vision:** No cap, Boozer wants to keep the momentum going. "My goal is to continue to improve all divisions of the office and to serve as a financial resource to other areas of state government," Boozer says. He’s looking to keep the ship steady and the numbers climbing. *** ### **The Challenger: Steve Lolley** **The Resume:** Enter Steve Lolley, a seasoned banker and a heavy hitter on the Alabama State Banking Board. He’s coming in with that "disruptor" mindset, looking to bring a fresh perspective to the vault. **The Vision:** Lolley is all about the "protect and serve" vibe for your tax dollars. "My goals are to protect state funds, improve trust, and strengthen Alabama’s future," he says. He’s betting that the voters are ready for a new set of eyes on the state’s ledger. *** ### **The Wildcard: Rosilyn Houston** While the Republicans duke it out in the primary, Democrat Rosilyn Houston is playing it cool. She’s running unopposed in her primary, essentially securing a front-row seat to watch the Boozer vs. Lolley brawl. She’ll face whichever Republican is left standing in the general election. *** *205focus.com is delivering the tea on every candidate in these contested primary races. Stay tuned—profiles for the uncontested candidates will drop right before the general election season officially goes viral.*