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👶 Child Support Estimator

Estimate monthly child support using the income shares model — the most widely used formula in the US. Your children's financial needs don't change just because your household does.

💙 This estimate is for planning only. Every state has its own guidelines and courts have discretion. Work with a family law attorney.

Parent Information

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10% (every other weekend)50% (equal)

Estimated Child Support

Combined Monthly Income
$10,000
Total Child Obligation
$2,500
Parent 2 Pays
$1,000/mo
Per Child
$500
Parent 2's income is 40% of combined income, so they pay 40% of the total obligation.

How Custody % Affects Support

Parent 2: 20% time
$1,000/mo
Parent 2: 30% time
$1,000/mo
Parent 2: 40% time
$1,000/mo
Parent 2: 50% time
$900/mo

Above 40% parenting time, a shared custody reduction typically applies.

Sources: NCSL Child Support Guidelines by State, HHS Child Support Guidelines, IRS Tax Topic 452. Last updated March 2026.