Child Support Calculator

This tool will calculate the estimated child support amount for your specific situation.

How to Use This Calculator

To calculate child support, fill in all the fields in the above form:

Enter the monthly income of Parent 1.
Enter the monthly income of Parent 2.
Enter the number of children.
Enter the number of custodial days Parent 1 has with the children in a year.

Click the “Calculate” button to compute the estimated child support amount.

How It Calculates the Results

The child support calculator uses the following steps:

Calculate the combined monthly income of both parents.
Determine the proportion of income each parent contributes to the total income.
Calculate the base support amount per child depending on combined income.
Adjust the base support by the number of custodial days each parent has annually.
The result will be the estimated child support amount Parent 1 should pay or receive.

Limitations

This calculator provides an estimate based on the information provided and may not account for all factors used in official calculations. Consult with a legal expert for precise figures regarding your specific situation.

Use Cases for This Calculator

Calculate Monthly Child Support Payment

Enter you and your co-parent’s income along with the number of children to get an estimate of the monthly child support payment you may be responsible for. This calculation takes into account the income of both parents and the number of children to provide an accurate estimate.

Adjust Child Support for Custody Sharing

If you share custody of your child, you can adjust the child support payment based on the number of nights each parent spends with the child. This calculation will reflect the shared custody arrangement and provide a fair child support amount.

Determine Child Support Arrears

If you have missed child support payments in the past, you can calculate the arrears amount by entering the number of missed payments and the monthly child support amount. This will help you understand the total amount owed in child support arrears.

Estimate Child Support for Additional Expenses

Input any additional expenses such as school fees or healthcare costs to estimate the total child support payment including these extras. This calculation will give you a more accurate picture of the overall financial responsibility for your child.

Calculate Child Support With Tax Credits

Factor in tax credits such as child tax credits or dependent exemptions to see how they affect the child support payment amount. This calculation will show you the adjusted child support payment considering tax benefits available to you.

Determine Child Support Modifications

If there have been changes in income or custody arrangement, you can calculate the modified child support payment based on the updated information. This will help you understand how changes in circumstances impact the child support amount.

Understand Child Support Guidelines

Learn about the child support guidelines in your state by entering your location and getting information on the factors that influence child support calculations. This will help you navigate the legal requirements and obligations related to child support.

Calculate Child Support for Multiple Children

If you have multiple children, you can calculate the total child support payment by entering the number of children and the respective custody arrangements for each child. This will show you the combined child support amount for all your children.

Estimate Child Support for Special Circumstances

If you have special circumstances such as a child with disabilities or extraordinary medical needs, you can input these factors to estimate the child support payment including the additional costs. This calculation will provide a more tailored child support estimate based on your unique situation.

Determine Retroactive Child Support

Calculate retroactive child support payments by entering the start date for the retroactive period and the relevant income information. This will help you understand the amount owed for child support for a previous period before the formal agreement was in place.