This calculator helps you estimate the child support payments according to Minnesota guidelines.
How to Use the Minnesota Child Support Calculator
To use this calculator, please fill in all the input fields with the required information:
- Monthly Income of Parent A: Enter the monthly income for Parent A before taxes.
- Monthly Income of Parent B: Enter the monthly income for Parent B before taxes.
- Number of Children: Enter the number of children for whom support is being calculated.
- Parenting Time Percentage for Parent A: Enter the percentage of time that Parent A spends with the children (this should be between 0 and 100).
- Parenting Time Percentage for Parent B: Enter the percentage of time that Parent B spends with the children (this should be between 0 and 100).
- Monthly Medical and Dental Expenses for Children: Enter the total monthly medical and dental expenses for the children.
Once all fields are filled out, click the “Calculate” button to get the result.
How the Calculator Works
This calculator uses the income shares model to calculate child support obligations based on both parents’ incomes and their respective parenting time percentages. It also takes into account the number of children and medical expenses for the children.
Limitations
Please be aware that this calculator provides an estimate based on the data inputted. The actual child support amount may differ based on other factors that are taken into consideration by the court. This tool should not be used as a substitute for legal advice.
Use Cases for This Calculator
Calculate Monthly Child Support
Enter your gross monthly income, the other parent’s gross monthly income, and the number of children you have together to calculate the estimated monthly child support payment. The calculator will take into account each parent’s income, the number of children, and any additional expenses.
Adjust Child Support for Shared Custody
If you have shared custody of your children, you can input the number of overnights each parent has with the children to adjust the child support calculation. The calculator will consider the time spent with each parent to determine the adjusted child support amount accurately.
Include Childcare and Healthcare Costs
If you or the other parent pay for childcare or healthcare expenses for the children, you can input these amounts in the calculator to factor them into the child support calculation. The tool will incorporate these additional costs to provide a more precise child support estimate.
Account for Additional Expenses
For any extra expenses such as educational costs or special needs of the children, you can specify the amounts in the calculator to include them in the child support calculation. By considering these additional expenses, you can better understand the overall child support obligation.
Calculate Arrears and Interest
If there are any arrears or unpaid child support amounts, you can input the details in the calculator to determine the total amount including any accrued interest. This feature helps in understanding the total outstanding child support obligation over time.
Estimate Child Support for Multiple Children
If you have children from different relationships, you can calculate child support for each set of parents separately. By entering the relevant information for each child, you will get a clear picture of the child support obligations for each parent and set of children.
Understand Federal and State Guidelines
The calculator follows both federal and state child support guidelines to ensure the calculated amount is within the legal framework. It provides transparency in how the child support obligation is determined based on the combined income of both parents and the number of children involved.
View Breakdown of Child Support Components
Get a detailed breakdown of how the child support amount is calculated, including the base support amount, adjustments for custody arrangements, and any additional expenses considered. This breakdown provides insights into the factors influencing the final child support obligation.
Compare Different Scenarios
You can input different income figures, custody arrangements, and expense amounts to compare various child support scenarios. This feature allows you to understand how changes in income or custody arrangements affect the calculated child support amount, helping you plan for different situations.
Print or Save Child Support Calculation
After calculating the child support amount, you can choose to print or save the calculation for your records or reference. This feature enables you to have a documented record of the child support calculation process and the factors considered in determining the final support amount.