Arizona Child Support Calculator
Calculate child support payments based on Arizona guidelines. Enter both parents' monthly gross incomes, number of children, and parenting time to estimate the basic child support obligation.
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How to use this tool?
Step 1: Enter Parent 1 Monthly Gross Income (in dollars). This is the monthly income before taxes.
Step 2: Enter Parent 2 Monthly Gross Income (in dollars).
Step 3: Enter the Number of Children from this relationship (minimum 1).
Step 4: Enter Parent 1 Overnights per Year (0–365). This is how many nights the child stays with Parent 1 annually.
Step 5 (Optional): Enter Other Children supported by Parent 1 (not from this relationship). Default is 0.
Step 6: Click Calculate. The result shows the estimated monthly child support payment (in dollars) from Parent 1 to Parent 2. Below, you’ll see a breakdown: combined income, basic obligation, each parent’s share, and a parenting time adjustment factor.
Note: All incomes must be non-negative. The calculator uses a simplified Arizona 2023 schedule and a basic parenting time adjustment. For exact legal calculations, consult a professional.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Arizona uses the Income Shares Model, which considers both parents' gross incomes, the number of children, and parenting time. The calculator estimates the basic obligation using a schedule and adjusts for each parent's share and time spent.
Arizona law allows for a minimum order of $50 per month per child in certain low-income situations, but the calculator provides an estimate based on the guidelines.
Yes, you can enter the number of other children supported by Parent 1. The calculator reduces the obligation by a factor to account for that support.
